Builders, developers and landowners in all types of subdivision and land development applications turn to MacElree Harvey attorneys for representation and advice. We have experience in virtually every township and borough in Chester County and many in Delaware and Montgomery Counties. We also have experience dealing with state and federal regulators such as the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The Land Use group lawyers each have significant experience in the land use arena. The team has attorneys who have been named as SuperLawyers and Rising Stars in Philadelphia Magazine and a Top Lawyer in Main Line Today magazine, as well as experience representing municipalities and service on a Board of Supervisors.

This collective experience allows us to provide insight into the thinking and functioning of local municipal government.

Our land development experience includes:

• Residential
• Commercial
• Retail
• Industrial 
• Conservation 

Examples of recent representations include:

• Representation for projects large and small - from securing subdivision approval of two lots to a 300+ unit age-restricted community. 
• Representation of automobile dealerships in expanding their existing businesses and retail developers in securing approvals of shopping centers. 
• Advice on subdivisions for estate planning purposes as well as condominium formation to facilitate multi-family development.
• Assistance to clients with redevelopment, particularly of brownfields sites, primarily in boroughs. The boroughs generally favor these projects because they bring much needed revitalization in difficult economic times.
• Consultation when issues arise with building permit applications or other construction code matters. An understanding of the administrative process involved in these issues allows us to advise our clients on the likelihood of success in an application for relief under these codes and the implications for future projects.

We function as part of a team of professionals to achieve our clients' goals and are adept at coordinating with land planners, civil engineers, sewage facilities consultants, architects and other professionals. The members of MacElree Harvey's Business department are also available to provide input and advice on type of entity to own the project and tax consequences of a particular proposal. 

Our efficient and comprehensive document preparation services include:

• Homeowner or Condominium Association Documents
• Developer Agreements
• Financial Security Agreements
• Storm Water Management Facilities Maintenance Agreements
• Shared easement agreements
• Shared driveway agreements and many others

We are pleased and proud to have established long-term relationships with real estate development firms both large and small. We provide each client with personalized attention and cost-effective representation. 

We welcome the opportunity to serve you in your Subdivision and Land Development matters.