What is a public hearing and why is it necessary. Is it different from a public meeting? This CLE program will help you understand the importance of public hearings especially in the context of zoning and land use projects. The do's and don’ts of what to say, what not to say and how to make sure you successfully comply with procedure and technical aspects of a public hearing will be fully explained during this seminar by an experienced land use attorney.

The presenter is a seasoned practitioner, a former plan commissioner and a current elected official in in his hometown. He will discuss effective strategies for public hearings from both the perspective of a developer/petitioner as well as a from a plan commissioner and elected official. This course will provide both legal and practical tips for public hearings as well as entertaining stories of actual hearings, all of which will be very useful for your practice.