Richard T. Wells

Richard focuses his practice in the areas of land use, zoning, environmental permitting, and regulatory compliance. Representing commercial and residential clients, Rich provides advice and counsel on various aspects of land use and zoning affecting current and potential development projects, including obtaining variance and site plan approvals.

Prior to joining Archer, Rich regularly advised public entities throughout South Jersey on the redevelopment process. Having served as solicitor to several land use boards, Rich has extensive experience providing guidance on complex issues regarding land use and zoning law. He regularly represents commercial and residential property owners and developers before municipal planning boards and zoning boards of adjustment, governing bodies, county boards, and regional agencies and authorities, and has successfully litigated a variety of land use appeals in both State and Federal Court.

In addition to his land use and redevelopment practice, Rich has worked with clients on various real estate matters, including property identification and acquisition, lease and purchase negotiations, and negotiation and drafting of access agreements and easements.