Erik W. Snipas focuses his practice on land use and zoning matters, as well as industrial development agency (IDA) and municipal benefits and government incentives, environmental, municipal, and real estate law. He represents various clients including real estate investment trusts, public companies, large corporations, real estate developers, and residential property owners. With deep experience seeking variances, change of use permits, special use permits, site plan approvals, and subdivisions for clients, he has advocated before numerous municipalities across the region.
Erik currently serves as an alternate on the Board of Zoning Appeals for the Village of Lloyd Harbor. The invaluable insight into the decision-making process from a municipal perspective allows Erik to better anticipate the concerns and priorities of municipal boards, giving him the opportunity to craft more effective applications and arguments. With his knowledge of the nuances of local land use regulations and the challenges local boards face, Erik is able to deliver more strategic and practical strategies tailored to his clients’ needs.
In addition to land use and zoning matters, Erik also handles various litigation cases including Article 78 proceedings challenging board determinations and representation of entities charged with code violations in district court. Erik previously served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Queens District Attorney’s office.
