Leveling The Playing Field
Between Businesses And The Government
Taxes of any kind are often a significant annoyance to any Minnesota resident’s financial affairs. In some cases, taxation may seem unfair or inaccurate, and taxpayers may wonder whether there is anything they can do about it. In some cases, homeowners may be able to...
The laws and requirements regarding business operations can change often and at various levels. In some cases, ordinances that have been part of the law for some time but that have not faced much enforcement could suddenly place business owners in a difficult position...
Though real estate can be a lucrative industry to delve into, there are many risks that come along with it. If Minnesota businesspeople are hoping to start investing in residential or commercial property, they will want to ensure that they do not take on too much too...
Community developers and authorities create zoning ordinances to protect the safety and peace of residential areas. However, these ordinances are not set in stone, and developers often provide attractive incentives to motivate authorities to make changes. The...
On June 21, the Minnesota Court of Appeals rejected a landowners' claims against the Faribault County Drainage Authority. Attorney Erick Kaardal represented the landowner in the case. The Court of Appeals' decision is linked...
Land use and zoning regulations in Minnesota are complex, confusing and often controversial. Here are a few options for challenging a zoning issue. Challenge to a land use decision On a basic level, when challenging a zoning ordinance, you are essentially appealing to...
Attorney Erick Kaardal made arguments today in the Minnesota Court of Appeals against the Faribault County Drainage Authority. The legal issue concerns whether a drainage authority improvement petition must be dismissed when a landowner identifies procedural errors in...
Buying a home is a long-term financial endeavor. In addition to likely paying a 15 or 30-year mortgage loan, Minnesota homeowners must also contend with other property-related expenses, including property taxes. In some cases, these taxes can be a significant amount,...
In the last year, many people in Minnesota and across the country have changed the way they live their lives. For some, their office jobs became temporarily work-from-home positions as employers did their best to reduce health risks to their employees. However, now...
Minnesota entrepreneurs who have found the perfect location for their businesses sometimes choose locations that have zoning classifications that are different from their intended use. While municipalities often frown upon changing zoning, requesting a variance is...
