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Jason A. Klein

Jason A. Klein

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  • jklein@carmodylaw.com

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  • Land Use: Zoning, Permitting & Litigation
  • Real Estate & Land Use
  • Affordable Housing

Education

  • University of Connecticut School of Law, J.D., 2013
  • American University, 2010

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Jason A. Klein

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Jay’s practice focuses primarily on land use and real estate law, representing developers, institutions, corporations, families and individuals in development projects and real estate transactions.  Jay has experience in many Connecticut communities. He enjoys assisting clients obtain approvals for a wide range of projects, from large-scale developments to single-family home improvements.  He leverages his experience, connections to the community and relationships with decision makers to guide clients through the development process.  

Jay regularly appears before local Planning Boards, Zoning Boards, Zoning Boards of Appeals, Wetlands Commissions and Conservation Commissions. Jay recognizes the importance of public input in Connecticut’s land use process, and takes pride in crafting neighborhood and community outreach strategies to help achieve his clients’ goals. Jay is an active member of the Bar, and currently serves as the Chair of the Connecticut Bar Association’s Planning & Zoning section.

Affiliations

  • Connecticut Bar Association - Planning and Zoning Section, Chair, 2022 – Present, Planning and Zoning Section, Treasurer, 2020 – 2022, Planning and Zoning Section, Legislative Liaison, 2018 – 2020
  • Fairfield County Bar Association - Member, 2013 – Present

Distinctions

  • Best Lawyers®: Ones to Watch for Land Use and Zoning and Real Estate Law, 2021-2023
  • Connecticut Super Lawyers® - Land Use & Zoning, 2017-2022
  • CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Administrative Law
  • CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Civil Procedure
  • CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Criminal Law

Community

  • Board Member, Inspirica
  • Organizing Committee Member, ARI 10th Annual Walk for Independence
  • Organizing Committee Member, ARI 11th Annual Walk for Independence

Experience

  • Represented Wegmans Food Markets in obtaining land use approval for its first Connecticut food market in Norwalk, CT.
  • Represented client in obtaining land use approvals permitting the conversion of historic commercial building into multifamily residential building containing 38 apartments.
  • Represented client in obtaining land use approvals permitting a rezoning on Stamford’s West Side for multifamily use.
  • Represented client in obtaining land use approvals permitting the construction of a multifamily residential development in Darien, CT containing 60 apartments.
  • Represented client in obtaining land use approvals permitting the construction of an infill, TOD multifamily residential development in Stamford, CT within walking distance of a Metro North Station.
  • Represented various commercial clients in obtaining land use approvals from local Zoning Boards of Appeals to modernize local businesses.
  • Represented client in obtaining land use approvals permitting the rehabilitation and reuse of historic industrial buildings into retail/office uses.
  • Represented client in obtaining land use approvals permitting conversion of a historic bank/office building into mixed-use building containing 77 apartments and ground floor commercial space.
  • Analyzed the development potential of various properties.

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January 04, 2022
Carmody has elected five of its lawyers to the partnership effective January 1, 2022. Commenting on the promotion of the new partners, Managing Partner Rick Street said: “All five of these talented lawyers have made significant contributions to the firm and their communities. Every day these attorneys are steadfast in
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31 Carmody Attorneys Selected to the 2021 Super Lawyers®, Rising Stars in Connecticut Lists

October 12, 2021
Carmody is proud to announce the selection of 31 of its attorneys to the Connecticut Super Lawyers® or Rising Stars lists for 2021. Selected attorneys are noted below. Each year, no more than 5% of the lawyers in the state are selected as Super Lawyers® and no more than 2.5%
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Carmody attorneys named to The Best Lawyers in America 2022 List

September 20, 2021
Carmody is pleased to announce that 30 attorneys have been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2022. Three Carmody attorneys have also been recognized as "Lawyer of the Year". Congratulations to David T. Grudberg, William J. Hennessey, Jr. and Peter M. Nolin. Only one lawyer is recognized
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Connecticut General Assembly Extends Term of Certain Zoning Approvals

June 17, 2021
The General Assembly passed legislation extending the term of zoning approvals that were effective as of March 10, 2020, the date the Governor declared a State of Emergency to address the COVID-19 pandemic. The adopted legislation is in two parts: Public Act 21-34 (effective June 10, 2021) and HB 6541
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Land Use and Building Permit Tolling

May 11, 2020
This week, the Governor issued Executive Order: 7JJ (3): THE TOLLING OF LAND USE AND BUILDING PERMITS. This Executive Order extends the period of validity of approval or permits issued by a municipal land use agency or building official so they do not expire during the state of emergency. It
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