By William W. Abbott
Citing the book “Exactions and Impact Fees in California”, the Third Appellate District ruled that the Subdivision Map Act (Gov. Code, §§ 66410 et seq.) 90-day statute of limitations trumped the longer Mitigation Fee Act (Gov. Code, §§ 66000 et seq.) timeline when reviewing a legal challenge to a subdivision map denial by the City of Chico. The case is Thomas Fogarty v. City of Chico (March 12, 2007) 2007 Cal.App.Lexis 339.
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Abbott & Kindermann’s Annual Land Use, Real Estate, and Environmental Law Update – January 18, 2007

Abbott & Kindermann, LLP again presents their annual program for clients and colleagues interested in current land use, environmental, and real estate issues affecting commercial and residential development, real estate acquisition, easements, leasing and property acquisition, vineyard and winery development, and mining. Water quality and wetlands issues will also be covered. The focus will be on recent developments in case law, statutes and administrative regulations, and how these changes impact your daily business practices. Handouts will be available and there will be ample opportunity for questions.

Date: Thursday, January 18, 2007
Registration: 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. with continental breakfast
Program: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Location: Sacramento Radisson, 500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento, CA 95815

There is no charge for this program and MCLE credit is available.

An RSVP will be required as space is limited. To reserve your space now, call (916) 456-9595 and ask for Michelle.
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Abbott & Kindermann’s Annual Land Use, Real Estate, and Environmental Law Update

Abbott & Kindermann, LLP again presents their annual program for clients and colleagues interested in current land use, environmental, and real estate issues affecting commercial and residential development, real estate acquisition, easements, leasing and property acquisition, vineyard and winery development, and mining. Water quality and wetlands issues will also be covered. The focus will be on recent developments in case law, statutes and administrative regulations, and how these changes impact your daily business practices. Handouts will be available and there will be ample opportunity for questions.

Date: Thursday, January 18, 2007
Registration: 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. with continental breakfast
Program: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Location: Sacramento Radisson
500 Leisure Lane
Sacramento, CA 95815

There is no charge for this program and MCLE credit is available. An RSVP will be required as space is limited. To reserve your space now, call (916) 456-9595 and ask for Michelle.
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Diane Kindermann Henderson, with Diane Moore of Moore Biological Consultants, will be teaching a class entitled “Clean Water Act Section 404: Nationwide and Other Specialized Permits” for the North State Building Industry Association.

Topics covered will include specialized permits required under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, the current Nationwide Permit Program, and other general permits and letters of permission. Attendees will also learn strategies for dealing with regulatory agencies in seeking permits.
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Please remember to join us for the second annual “A Lot In Common” conference on condos, townhomes, and higher density developments. This year’s event will be held on September 20, 2006 from 9am to 12 noon at the Sacramento Radisson.
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If you have any questions about the event, please call our office at (916) 456-9595.

Second Annual Open House on Condominiums, Townhomes, and Higher Density Development: “A Lot In Common”

Presented by Abbott & Kindermann, LLP

This “open house” style gathering will focus on bringing together the diverse groups of people involved in multi-family developments, including architects, title companies, engineers, attorneys, and builders. It provides an opportunity to meet others in the field, exchange ideas, and network. There will also be short presentations on current issues and topics of interest in the field.
“A Lot In Common” is a valuable chance to discuss important issues with those experienced in the unique area of high density developments.
There is no charge for admission and a continental breakfast
will be served. Reservations are not required. If you have any questions, please call Abbott & Kindermann, LLP at (916) 456-9595.

Wednesday, September 20, 2006
9am to 12 noon
Sacramento Radisson
500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento, CA

No charge for admission and a continental breakfast will be served. Reservations not required, but questions can be directed to Abbott & Kindermann, LLP at 916-456-9595.
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Bill Abbott was once again selected as a “Super Lawyer” by the Law & Politics publication 2006 Northern California Super Lawyers for his work as a land use attorney. Only five percent of Northern California attorneys are selected for this honor using a nomination system and rigorous peer review.

* Joel Ellinwood will be teaching a seminar on the Fundamentals of Real Estate Development on May 25, 2006. For more information, visit Sterling Education Services at http://www.sterlingeduation.com.

* Joel Ellinwood will also be teaching a seminar on the Framework for Success in Local Governmental Land Use Decisions in California on June 27, 2006.