The ‘very professional and creative’ planning and zoning team at Arnon, Tadmor-Levy acts for major private and public sector clients across the infrastructure, residential, commercial, office and hotel fields. Routinely appearing before various planning institutions, courts and other regulatory agencies, the group is well versed in advisory and contentious matters. Key partners include planning and construction specialist Aner Hefetz, who is noted for his ’ability to provide solutions to complex problems’; Shoam Keren, who maintains a comprehensive planning and zoning practice; Ron Tzin, who has ‘great experience and knowledge’; and Hagit Bavly, whose expertise spans planning, real estate and construction law. Alina Shehter provides dedicated practice support.
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‘The planning and zoning department of the firm, headed by Aner Hefetz, supports us in complex and unique projects. The department is very available for us, very professional and creative. We are very satisfied with the legal service we receive.’
‘Aner Hefetz has been providing legal services to us for many years, including on very complex issues. He is a very dedicated, professional and reliable lawyer. We are very satisfied with the legal service we receive from him.’
‘Aner Hefetz's team stands out due to its professional expertise in understanding the regulations in urban planning and construction, especially in the context of long-term rental projects. The combination of professionalism and excellence allows them to provide unique and tailored services.’
‘Aner Hefetz possesses extensive legal knowledge in the field of urban planning and construction law. He stands out for his creativity and ability to provide solutions to complex problems.’
‘I have worked with Ron Tzin for many years. He has handled planning and zoning issues for over 30 years. Over those years, his clients have included some of the top leading commercial public entities, planning committees and major developers, so he has great experience and knowledge.’
‘We receive excellent service from the planning and zoning department of the firm. The head of the department, Aner Hefetz, is an experienced and professional lawyer. We are very happy that he is the lawyer who provides us with services in matters of planning and zoning.’
‘A highly experienced team, with a profound understanding of zoning regulations and a remarkable ability to navigate complex legal landscapes. Ron Tzin and Tomer Gur are excellent lawyers, whose attention to detail and strategic approach have been instrumental in achieving favourable outcomes.’
‘The team is very professional and experienced. the level of service is very high with outstanding creativity in solutions and high availability. I work a lot with Ron Tzin and Sivan Rosenblat and I know that I can trust them completely.’
Key clients
- The Israeli Knesset
- The Great Synagogue of Tel Aviv
- Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG)
- Azrieli Group
- Israel Railways
- Israel Airports Authority
- NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System
- Hasharon Hotels Co
- Afikei Smadar / Afikei Hayarden Group
- Ofer Investments group (former Ofer Brothers Properties 1957)
Work highlights
- Acting for Apartment for Rent - The Governmental Company for Housing and Rental in various tenders and projects, including planning and zoning aspects.
- Advising the Knesset of Israel on the procedures for approving a plan to expand and double the area of the Parliament Building.
- Advising the Israeli Airports Authority on updating the National Outline Plan of Ben Gurion Airport and on the approval of a national plan for Haifa International Airport, among other matters.
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Other key lawyers
Aner Hefetz; Shoam Keren; Ron Tzin; Tomer Gur; Asem Hamed; Naftali Nir; Sivan Rosenblat; Hagit Bavly; Sigal Shapira; Alina Shehter