Building Codes Archives

Religious Land Use & The Church: A Virtual Roundtable — Segment 2

This five-part video roundtable explains how the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) protects your church’s property rights. Legal experts and real-world case studies reveal how this underused federal law can help you respond to zoning conflicts and government pushback.

Featuring attorneys Midgett Parker, John Mauck, Noel Sterrett, Eric Treene, and Matthew Branaugh

A VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE

Introduction: Religious Land Use & The Church

A five-part series on an often overlooked law that can benefit churches.

The Editors

RLUIPA Case Study: City Walk Urban Mission

How one religious organization successfully navigated zoning codes.

Matthew Branaugh

Video Series

Religious Land Use & The Church: A Virtual Roundtable

A virtual roundtable of attorneys discusses an often overlooked religious land use law.

Featuring attorneys Midgett Parker, John Mauck, Noel Sterrett, Eric Treene, and Matthew Branaugh

Maximizing Church Energy Efficiency: Cost-Saving Strategies for Sustainable Buildings

Improve your church’s energy efficiency with expert strategies to reduce costs and create a sustainable worship space.

Thomas G. Dolan

Managing Liability: What Churches Must Know Before Allowing Outside Groups to Use Their Property

Allowing outside groups to use church property poses liability risks—understanding insurance coverage and legal precautions is essential for church leaders.

Richard R. Hammar