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U.S. Supremes Tighten the Screws on Exactions

The Supreme Court's ruling Tuesday in the Koontz case could have a chilling effect on all negotiations between government agencies and developers, says Bill Fulton. Are Alito and Kagan on the same planet?

June 26, 2013 - California Planning & Development Report

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