The purpose of this seminar is to introduce graduate students to fundamental concepts underlying the laws of land use and environmental planning. These concepts are of paramount importance in our study of various issues surrounding land use and environmental law. Among the issues to be addressed in class are the following: legal research, constitutional issues, takings, General Plans, zoning, regional planning, CEQA, NEPA, and other environmental topics. The knowledge gained in this class will help you better understand the complexities and issues involved in the areas of land use planning law and environmental law and should assist you in your current or future practice concerning land use and environmental law topics.
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