What This Document Is
This is the official class schedule and rules for UPP 553: Land Use Law at the University of Illinois at Chicago, for the Spring 2012 semester. It serves as a foundational guide for students enrolled in the course, outlining the planned progression of topics and essential course policies. This document is designed to provide a clear roadmap for the semester, ensuring students understand expectations and key dates.
Why This Document Matters
This document is crucial for anyone taking Land Use Law at UIC during Spring 2012. It’s particularly helpful for students seeking to proactively plan their study schedule, understand assignment expectations, and stay informed about important dates like holidays and breaks. Reviewing this schedule before the semester begins will help you organize your time and prioritize readings effectively. It’s also a vital reference point throughout the semester for clarifying course logistics.
Topics Covered
* Foundational principles of zoning and land use regulation
* The complexities of Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) and subdivision controls
* Legal considerations surrounding Takings – including exactions and regulatory takings
* Eminent domain and its application in economic development contexts
* First Amendment rights in relation to land use
* Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA)
* The role of consistency, referenda, and aesthetic considerations in land use decisions
* Exclusionary zoning and its implications for equal protection
* Urban redevelopment strategies, including Tax Increment Financing (TIFs)
* Metropolitan development issues and smart growth principles
* Growth management techniques and sensitive lands regulations
What This Document Provides
* A week-by-week schedule of topics to be covered throughout the semester.
* Associated readings from the required casebook, *Cases and Materials on Land Use* by Callies, Freilich, and Roberts.
* References to supplementary materials available on the course’s online platform.
* A clear outline of the grading criteria, emphasizing the weight of short analytical papers.
* Important dates, including the Spring Break period and any class cancellations.
* An overview of the types of legal issues and fact patterns students will be expected to analyze.