Nothing cuts into profitability – and causes anxiety – more than unexpected delays in the permitting process. While regulations are a necessary part of development, they need not be a cause of conflict and excessive delay. LIPMAN DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES specializes in understanding both the context and the details of regulations from local boards, regional regulatory authorities, and state agencies. Moreover, we are experts in environmental compliance issues including wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and protection of rare and endangered species habitat. Working with the client’s financial goals in mind, this complex regulatory environment is integrated into the initial stages of project development and design, including the choice of a site. This ensures that regulatory expectations will be met long before formal applications are reviewed. When conflicts arise, we use skillful negotiation, facilitation, and communication to target concerns and identify creative and mutually beneficial solutions. At the heart of this approach is communication with key decision makers and regulatory gatekeepers, such as town and agency staff. By seeking to understand, listen to, and respect the goals of each regulatory board and the individuals involved, we build long-term relationships that serve our clients time and time again.