Course Info
This course analyzes the public control of land use, primarily at the local and state levels. Both legal and policy perspectives are considered. Attention is given to constitutional limitations such as the takings doctrine, equal protection, and due process. Topics considered include zoning, subdivision controls, exclusionary regulations, and historic preservation.
Syllabus
The syllabus for your course is available on Canvas.
Textbook
Land Use Regulation by ISBN: 9781684672486Publication Date: 2020-05-26Available for the first 2 weeks of classes at eproducts.westacademic.com.
Instruction sheet to set up access
Instructor
John Slagter is a adjunct professor of law and attorney, practicing in all facets of real estate – including acquisition, disposition, leasing, finance, construction, eminent domain, and real property tax.
Study Aids
These study aids are available online. Please click the hyperlinked title to view them. For instructions on how to use the specific platforms, including troubleshooting, please view Andy Dorchak's Study Aids Research Guide.
Land Use Law in a Nutshell by ISBN: 9781684679294Publication Date: 2021-09-29Available via West Academic Study Aids.
Local Government Law in a Nutshell by ISBN: 9780314264893Publication Date: 2003-08-08Available via West Academic Study Aids.
Modern Public Land Law in a Nutshell by ISBN: 9781683283577Publication Date: 2019-08-27Available via West Academic Study Aids.
Real Property in a Nutshell by ISBN: 9781634599207Publication Date: 2015-11-20Available via West Academic Study Aids.
Understanding the Law of Zoning and Land Use Controls by ISBN: 978-0769863771Publication Date: 2013Available via LexisNexis Study Aids.
CALI
Computer-Aided Legal Instruction (CALI) requires an authorization code to use. If you do not have a CALI account, please contact Kieran Layton or the reference desk for assistance.
Quimbee
If you have not registered your Quimbee account, please contact Kieran Layton or the reference desk for assistance.
