Overview
Defended a property owner against municipal code enforcement citations relating to a naturalized residential landscape. In a first impression case for newly enacted ordinances, the team prepared a legal brief and presented legal arguments on appeal to a beautification committee demonstrating compliance with the ordinances and documented natural lawn standards and best practices.
Successfully secured recognition of the property's natural lawn status, obtaining ongoing protections from enforcement actions, and preserving the owner's ability to maintain the landscape consistent with environmental and conservation objectives.