Zoning, eminent domain, state and federal agency appeals, variances and land use planning are familiar subjects to Wood & Lamping. We know this area well; it is one of the practice areas for which we are best known. Our emphasis is on local communities, moderately-sized municipalities, including cities, townships, and more which are all regulated by different laws and different governmental bodies.

Over the years, we have acquired a clear understanding of the dynamics of community and municipal law and have effectively managed legal matters for our client communities and the individuals and businesses that are affected by them (in communities that Wood & Lamping does not already represent).

For local governments, Wood & Lamping acts as general counsel, advising on zoning, public contracts, employment, drafting and preparing of ordinances, intellectual property (an emerging area), and more. We help local and county governments navigate explosive development and the variety of challenges brought about by new laws, regulations and changes in government.

With the depth of legal knowledge and understanding of how local governments work, our municipal law expertise is regularly sought by businesses and individuals, as well.

For businesses, Wood & Lamping assists with matters and litigation surrounding eminent domain, zoning changes, applications for variances and more. We are intimately familiar with the processes (and sensitivities) of municipal law, and our business clients appreciate our ability to get governmental approval in the shortest time possible.

Individuals seek help from Wood & Lamping in cases and litigation involving eminent domain, zoning, zoning appeals, variances, employees of public entities and political subdivisions and more. Of note, Wood & Lamping represented the homeowners in the high-publicized Norwood v. Horney, which was ruled by the Ohio Supreme Court in favor of the homeowners.