Urban Planning
Urban Planning & Legal Strategy for Sustainable Development
Integrating Legal Expertise with Urban Planning Solutions
With over 60 years of legal experience, Reed & Giordano, P.A. brings a unique perspective to urban planning and development. Our expertise extends beyond traditional legal services—we help municipalities, businesses, and stakeholders navigate the complex regulatory landscape of urban development. By integrating legal insight with planning strategies, we ensure that development projects align with municipal bylaws, state statutes, and financial frameworks.
Philip Giordano, a seasoned attorney with extensive experience in regulatory law and strategic planning, collaborates with his son, Matthew Giordano, through Giordano Planning Solutions to provide forward-thinking, legally sound planning solutions.
Our Expertise
Understanding Local and State Regulations
Massachusetts has a complex set of laws governing urban development, including zoning ordinances, environmental regulations, and historical preservation laws. Our team helps municipalities and developers navigate these frameworks, ensuring that projects comply with both local budgets and state-mandated regulations.
Legal Support for Sustainable Urban Development
Sustainable development is more than just an environmental goal—it requires legal planning to align with land-use policies and funding mechanisms. We provide legal insights on:
‣ Smart growth and land-use planning
‣ Infrastructure development
‣ Public-private partnerships for urban renewal projects
‣ Affordable housing and mixed-use developments
Ensuring Compliance with Chapter 48 & Other Statutes
Massachusetts Chapter 48 outlines key regulations that towns and planning boards must follow when approving new developments. We interpret these regulations and advise on how municipalities can better use their resources while staying within legal limits.
Effective Stakeholder Engagement & Negotiation
Urban planning requires input from multiple parties, including developers, public officials, community representatives, and financial institutions. Our firm acts as a legal mediator to facilitate agreements and align planning objectives with legal realities.
Navigating Town Budgets & Funding Allocations
Municipalities must operate within strict budgetary constraints while funding large-scale development projects. We provide legal counsel on:
‣ Grant funding and government subsidies
‣ Public-private investment strategies
‣ Compliance with municipal financial bylaws
Meet the Team
Philip & Matthew Giordano
Philip Giordano
Philip Giordano brings decades of legal expertise in municipal law, regulatory compliance, and urban planning frameworks. His ability to translate legal complexities into actionable strategies makes him an invaluable asset to planning agencies, municipalities, and private developers.
Philip Giordano
- Partner
- pgiordano@reedgiordano.com
Matthew Giordano
Matthew Giordano, through Giordano Planning Solutions, focuses on integrating planning strategies with data-driven insights to develop sustainable, community-focused urban solutions.
Matthew Giordano
- Partner
- matthew@giordanoplanning.solutions
Together, The Giordanos bridge the gap between urban planning vision and legal feasibility—ensuring that projects are not only well-planned but also legally sound.
Looking for legal guidance on urban planning and municipal development?
Contact Giordano Planning Solutions today to discuss how our expertise can support your project.
