Real Estate Considerations: Practical Strategies for Managing Your Campus' Facilities

• Sara McCormick
• Christopher Jones
• Meredith St. Clair Trego

As institutions navigate the complexities of campus facilities management, understanding the multifaceted legal aspects—from transactions to land use—is essential for ensuring compliance and optimizing operations. This session will provide actionable strategies for administrators to align facility management with institutional goals while adhering to legal standards.

Learning Objectives

1. Plan for Future Campus Needs with Legal Expertise:
1. Consideration of trends in campus facilities management and their legal impacts, including technological advancements and shifting educational demands.
2. Explore legal strategies for adapting campus real estate plans to anticipate and accommodate future growth and changes.
2. Manage Real Estate Transactions Effectively:
1. Review best practices for negotiating and structuring real estate deals.
3. Understand Land Use Regulations:
1. Discuss zoning laws and land use regulations critical for campus planning and development.
4. Navigate Tax Implications:
1. Discuss strategies for structuring real estate transactions to optimize tax outcomes for educational institutions.

By the end of this session, college and university administrators will be equipped with comprehensive legal insights to manage their campus facilities effectively, ensuring compliance, optimizing transactions, and meeting the evolving needs of their academic community.

CPE Available

• 1 Credit: Specialized Knowledge