Experience for William Griffith
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Government Relations and Administrative Law Experience Inclusion of Roadway Improvement Funding in State Bonding Bill The need for road improvements near the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota, prompted a group of Bloomington officials, landowners and legislators to contact Larkin Hoffman for support. Historic Minnesota Jobs Bill Signed into Law Larkin Hoffman attorneys assisted a coalition of contractors, builders, members of the building trades and professionals serving the construction industry in drafting measures in the 2010 Jobs Bill to stimulate new construction, renovation, and redevelopment. To view information and materials presented at the Jobs Bill Seminar recently hosted by attorneys at Larkin Hoffman, click here. Legislative Approval of Key Funding Authority for Mall of America Expansion Mall of America, an internationally recognized retail and entertainment attraction, relied upon the services of Larkin Hoffman's legislative team for assistance in securing authority from the Minnesota legislature for new tax revenues to support Phase II development of the property. Real Estate, Land Use and Resources Experience Larkin Hoffman helps Dominium Development obtain Variance for "A Mill" Project Dominium Development has secured government approvals for construction of 255 artists’ lofts as part of renovation of the former Pillsbury A Mill, a national historic landmark located on the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. When a variance approval was appealed by opponents of the project, developers of the project turned to Bill Griffith who successfully defended the appeal in hearings before the City. Inclusion of Roadway Improvement Funding in State Bonding Bill The need for road improvements near the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota, prompted a group of Bloomington officials, landowners and legislators to contact Larkin Hoffman for support. Drive-Thru Lane Approvals A national retail food chain seeking to add drive-thru lanes turned to Larkin Hoffman for support. The Larkin Hoffman team, including Julie Perrus and Bill Griffith, led by Tom Alexander, represented the retailer in obtaining land use approvals from cities and landowners for adding drive-thru lane improvements at locations in Minnesota, New York and Texas. Larkin Hoffman Secures Public Funding for Radisson Blu Hotel at Mall of America A developer seeking to move ahead with construction of a hotel at Mall of America contacted Larkin Hoffman for legislative and real estate services. The Larkin Hoffman legislative team, led by Bill Griffith, secured legislative approval of public funding on behalf of Mall of America for the stalled project as part of the 2010 jobs bill. Acquisition of Prime Land for City Development When the City of Columbus sought to acquire 84 acres of prime freeway land for development, the city turned to its City Attorney firm, Larkin Hoffman. Legislative Approval of Key Funding Authority for Mall of America Expansion Mall of America, an internationally recognized retail and entertainment attraction, relied upon the services of Larkin Hoffman's legislative team for assistance in securing authority from the Minnesota legislature for new tax revenues to support Phase II development of the property. Plan Approval and Rezoning for Luxury Apartments Larkin Hoffman's Real Estate team obtained approval from the City of Bloomington of a Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning for 418 luxury apartment units on behalf of The Richdale Group, an Omaha-based developer of multi-family residential and commercial projects. Auction of 700+ Acre Residential and Golf Course Development Larkin Hoffman's Real Estate team helps local developer establish framework for homeowners associations and represents the developer in auctioning the remaining development. Green Design Larkin Hoffman's Real Estate team helps client obtain approval for projects that incorporate green components to reduce environmental effects of projects in developed areas. Development Plan Approval Larkin Hoffman's Land Use team obtains approval from the City of Bloomington for preliminary development plans for Phase II of the Mall of America. Annexation and Municipal Incorporation Larkin Hoffman's Real Estate team represents City of Columbus in annexation and municipal incorporation proceeding. |