Will Van Vactor
J.D. · University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law
Will Van Vactor, licensed by the Oregon State Bar to practice law in 2007, is a land use and real estate attorney. He also serves as a mediator for land use and real estate-related disputes.
Will received his B.A. from the University of Oregon and a law degree from the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law. While attending law school, he was the Managing Editor of the Journal of Land, Resources and Environmental Law.
Recent Articles
HOAs and Housing or Enforcement Discrimination
Many condominiums and housing developments have homeowners’ associations (HOAs) that set rules and regulations that all residents of the community must abide by. These rules and regulations must be drafted, implemented, and enforced in a consistent, nondiscriminatory manner to avoid violating the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA). A violation of the FHA can lead to an expensive lawsuit against an HOA. ... Read more
Zoning Ordinances and Regulations
Zoning ordinances and regulations are laws that control how you can use your property. Cities, counties, townships, and even states, use zoning laws to guide development and shape the community. These laws directly impact most property owners. Before you buy or develop land, you need to be familiar with the zoning regulations. ... Read more
Hiring HOA Property Managers
Your homeowners association (HOA) has many responsibilities. Sometimes, the HOA directors will hire property managers to take care of day-to-day operations, or even broader HOA responsibilities. ... Read more
HOA Meetings: What They Cover, and Why Homeowners Should Participate
Homeowners’ associations (HOA) are legal entities, often nonprofit corporations, that rely largely on volunteer help from the homeowners within the community they oversee. To keep things running smoothly, HOAs usually hold regular board meetings, as well as annual member meetings. ... Read more
How Zoning and Land Use Laws Affect Your Small Business
So you have developed a great business plan, created a business entity, and secured financing. But, where are you going to open the store or office? Besides the usual concerns about traffic, visibility, and public access, you also have to consider whether zoning and land use regulations allow your business in your desired location. ... Read more