John T. Epting
Of Counsel
Washington, D.C.
jepting@goulstonstorrs.com+1 202 721 1108John T. Epting
Of Counsel, Washington, D.C.
jepting@goulstonstorrs.com+1 202 721 1108Related Expertise
When clients build and redevelop property in Washington D.C., John Epting is a deeply valued resource. For five decades, John has counseled real estate developers and owners in zoning, land use, historic preservation, land development and related litigation matters.
With detailed knowledge of the many technical issues related to building permits, public space permits, projection modifications, and interpretations related to the D.C. Building Code, John guides office, residential and mixed-use projects and subdivisions through the required processes for building in the District of Columbia. He also has very specific experience related to commercial signage, as well as cellular antenna approvals and siting in D.C.
Regulatory advocacy
Highly respected for his calm and prepared approach to earning approvals, John presents on behalf of clients before the District of Columbia Zoning Commission, the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA), the National Capital Planning Commission, the Historic Preservation Review Board, and the Mayor's Agent for Historic Preservation, as well as through all appropriate permit and related approval processes.
John is recognized for handling more Transferable Development Rights (TDRs) and Combined Lot Development (CLDs) transactions than anyone in the region. He is especially well known for his particular experience with complex mixed-use projects and renovations.
Related Representative Matters
A real estate investment, asset and property management company in connection with a Planned Unit Development involving a 130-140 unit apartment building with ground floor retail use and affordable housing. One of the project’s amenities involves the renovation of a historic landmark and community building in disrepair.
A real estate developer in connection with the entitlement process for a land parcel in Ward 8, adjacent to a Metrorail station, for a final development of approximately 2.3 million square feet, including office, residential, and retail uses. The firm also helped the client with a design review application and an associated alley closing for the general plan for the development.
Drafting and processing covenants, including numerous transferable development rights and combined lot development covenants, as well as single record lot agreements, easements and other agreements related to all aspects of land development.
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Accolades
- Best Lawyers in America® (2007-2009, 2011-2020, 2022-2026): Real Estate
- Washingtonian's Top Lawyers in Washington, D.C., 2017, 2022-2023
- Martindale HubbellTM Top Rated Lawyer in 'Land Use And Zoning', 2013
- Named a “Top Washington Lawyer,” Washington Business Journal, 2007
- Martindale Hubbell Peer Review Rated AV Preeminent™
Admissions
- District of Columbia
Education
American University Washington College of Law ( J.D. , with honors , 1982 )
Florida State University ( M.C.P. , with honors , 1975 )
Clemson University ( B.A. , with honors , 1973 )