Permitting can be one of the most important — and complicated — stages of a development or business project.Depending on the property, proposed use, and scope of the project, approvals may involve multiple municipal departments, boards, commissions, or regulatory agencies.Missing a requirement or encountering an unexpected issue can create delays and additional costs.Wilson & Curran helps clients approach the permitting process strategically by identifying potential requirements, anticipating challenges, and navigating the appropriate approval processes.

We assist clients with a variety of permitting and regulatory matters, including:Municipal PermittingDevelopment & Redevelopment ApprovalsSpecial PermitsVariancesSite Plan ReviewZoning-Related ApprovalsPlanning Board MattersZoning Board MattersRegulatory ApprovalsMunicipal Board & Commission ProceedingsPublic HearingsGovernment & Agency CoordinationProject Advocacy & RepresentationEvery project has its own requirements. We work with clients to understand their plans, determine which approvals may be necessary, and develop a strategy tailored to the specific project.

The permitting process should be considered long before construction begins.Understanding which approvals may be required can help property owners, businesses, and developers make informed decisions about project feasibility, timelines, property use, and development plans.Wilson & Curran works with clients early in the process to identify potential permitting considerations and determine an appropriate path forward.Early planning can help reduce surprises, avoid unnecessary delays, and keep a project moving in the right direction.

Many permits and development approvals require interaction with local government.Applications may need to be reviewed by planning boards, zoning boards, municipal departments, commissions, or other governmental bodies before a project can proceed.Our experience in municipal law, zoning, land use, and government affairs provides valuable insight into these processes.We help clients understand what is expected, prepare for important proceedings, and navigate the municipal approval process with a clear and organized strategy.

Obtaining approval may involve more than simply submitting an application.Projects can require public hearings, presentations, supporting documentation, responses to questions, revisions, and coordination among multiple parties.Wilson & Curran helps clients navigate these stages and provides experienced representation when appearing before municipal boards, commissions, and other governmental bodies.Our goal is to help clients remain prepared, informed, and positioned to move their projects forward.