Public Property Acquisitions Attorneys Based in Philadelphia

Bridging Public Land with Private Sector Projects in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and the surrounding counties

Acquiring publicly owned real estate for private sector use can be a complex, protracted, and arduous process. Public land can be difficult to procure in the first place, and government agencies exercise substantial oversight when evaluating the development of these types of properties. 

Our Philadelphia public property acquisition lawyers at Pritzker Law Group  can help take your project from conceptualization to completion. Our firm has strong relationships with city agencies, government officials, and local community groups to help get you through the process. 

We emphasize a collaborative approach to real estate development and will do everything possible to make your project a success.

We can help you explore your options for acquiring public land. Schedule a free 15 minute initial consultation with our team by contacting us onlineor calling (215) 515-0882.

Acquiring Public Property in Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation(PHDC) manages much of the city’s real estate holdings, while the Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation(PIDC) is responsible for leases and sales of larger commercial properties. Available properties overseen by these entities can be sold without legislative approval and are priced at fair market value based on independent appraisals. Discounts are potentially available to nonprofits and projects that build affordable housing or meaningfully address other community needs.

Our Public Property Acquisition Services 

Pritzker Law Group offers a full suite of real estate legal support services and has successfully acquired public properties for our clients. We can help identify available Commonwealth- or city-owned lands that can support your project’s needs and work to negotiate the best possible deal. 

After a sale has been completed, our Philadelphia public property acquisition attorneys can assist you with matters involving the following:

•  Zoning and land use
• Property due diligence feasibility
• Licenses and permitting
• Government relations, and more
• Developing and submitting your Expression of Interest (EOI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) documents
• Negotiating and completing transactions with The Bureau of Real Estate, PHDC, and/or PIDC
• Facilitating communications, reviews, and approvals with District Council Offices, Landbank, and the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA)
• Coordinating architects and reviewing plans and designs
• Overseeing project management, construction compliance, and scheduling

Reach out for expert legal guidance. Call (215) 515-0882or contact us onlineto learn more about how our public property acquisition lawyers in Philadelphia can support your efforts.