PETER J. HENN, Esq., AICP, is a land use attorney at Jones Foster in West Palm Beach where
he represents property owners with obtaining government approvals and represents local
governments with preparing and amending land use and zoning regulations. He is also a faculty
member at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in the Department of Urban & Regional Planning
where he teaches urban planning and land use law. He is a member of The Florida Bar and is an
AICP certified planner through the American Planning Association. He received his J.D. from the
University of Miami School of Law and received his B.A. and M.A. in Economics from Florida
Atlantic University.
Courses taught by Peter Henn
Federal Takings Law: Balancing Private Property Rights with the Public Interest
This course explores how the U.S. Constitution and federal takings law shape local planning, helping planners understand property rights, recognize legal risks, and advance the public interest within constitutional limits.
Federal Takings Law: Balancing Private Property Rights With the Public Interest, Part II
This course explores how the U.S. Constitution and federal takings law influence local planning, helping planners understand property rights, key court decisions, and strategies for advancing the public interest while remaining legally compliant.
Zoning Code Reform: Legal and Practical Considerations When Making “Quick Fixes” to Your Zoning Code
This course helps both public and private sector planners update and streamline their Zoning Code Standards of Review using legally sound best planning practices.