Instructor(s): Arnold Weinrib

Note: This course satisfies the Perspective course requirement.

This seminar examines selected problems in the area of community planning and land use regulation, with particular emphasis on the financial and economic aspects of the law. Topics include expropriation (procedure and compensation), the windfalls/wipeouts problem, municipal and infrastructure finance (property assessment and taxation; development charges), land use regulation and growth management (Ontario's greenbelt legislation, zoning and subdivision controls), urban design and architectural controls, heritage building preservation, and conservation trusts). Other topics may be substituted for the above as the instructor's and students' interests dictate.

Evaluation
Based on a single paper 6,250 -7,500 words for 90% of the grade, and class participation (10%).
Academic year
2024 - 2025

At a Glance

Second Term
Credits
3
Hours
2
SUYRP
Perspective course

Enrolment

Maximum
25

18 JD
4 LLM/SJD/MSL/SJD U

3 Planning students

Schedule

Th: 2:10 - 4:00 pm