Phoenix Zoning, Planning & Land Use Legal Information

Real Estate

Illegal Subdivisions and Lot Splits in Arizona

by John Shorb

The lot split and subdivision laws in Arizona are quite complex. Developers and owners must jump through several hoops to ensure that they do not create an illegal subdivision or miss a step in the platting process. This article addresses the basic issues at play in land splitting.


Real Estate

Kit Kat Land: Land Split Strategies

by Scott J. Stein

In today’s depressed real estate market, many buyers see opportunities in smaller projects.  Some are even finding that the best opportunities may be in property that has not been legally separated from a larger parcel of land.  When pursuing such properties, it is always best to devise a clear strategy to ensure that the buyer is adequately protected if the property division is denied or delayed.