Jacob T. Cremer
Managing Partner @Barbas Cremer, Pllc
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WORK HISTORY
Managing Partner @Barbas Cremer, Pllc
Tampa, FL, US
I help developers, investors, and landowners navigate complex land development challenges through strategic combinations of land use entitlements, environmental permitting, and property rights protection.I focus on transformative land development projects that require creative solutions and innovative policy approaches. Currently serving as lead counsel for major Tampa redevelopment initiatives with a combined value exceeding $1 billion, and also across Florida on projects under Florida\'s Live Local Act—legislation my team and I helped shape and implement as one of the country\'s boldest pro-housing policies.My practice spans from local planning boards to the U.S. Supreme Court, where I\'ve assisted in defending property rights in landmark cases including Stop the Beach Renourishment v. FDEP and Koontz v. St Johns River Water Management District. I\'ve also drafted legislation that became Florida law and bring experience from my time as a Gubernatorial Fellow in state government.With deep roots in Florida agriculture as a sixth-generation Floridian who grew up working in my family\'s timber operations in Palatka, I understand the delicate balance between wise land use and preservation for future generations. This perspective shapes my work with agricultural landowners on strategic planning, conservation easements, and mitigation banking.Whether you\'re navigating complex land use challenges, exploring development opportunities under the Live Local Act, or protecting property rights, I\'d welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can turn regulatory challenges into strategic advantages. Always happy to discuss industry trends and share insights about creating new opportunities to address the nation and state’s housing shortage.
EDUCATION
Florida State University
M.S.P., Urban & Regional Planning (Certificate in Real Estate Development)
Rhodes College
B.A., Economics and Business Administration (German minor)
University of Tübingen
Zertifikat Deutsch, German
Florida State University College of Law
J.D., Law
SKILLS
ABOUT JACOB T. CREMER
I help developers, investors, and landowners navigate complex land development challenges through strategic combinations of land use entitlements, environmental permitting, and property rights protection.I focus on transformative land development projects that require creative solutions and innovative policy approaches. Currently serving as lead counsel for major Tampa redevelopment initiatives with a combined value exceeding $1 billion, and also across Florida on projects under Florida\'s Live Local Act—legislation my team and I helped shape and implement as one of the country\'s boldest pro-housing policies.My practice spans from local planning boards to the U.S. Supreme Court, where I\'ve assisted in defending property rights in landmark cases including Stop the Beach Renourishment v. FDEP and Koontz v. St Johns River Water Management District. I\'ve also drafted legislation that became Florida law and bring experience from my time as a Gubernatorial Fellow in state government.With deep roots in Florida agriculture as a sixth-generation Floridian who grew up working in my family\'s timber operations in Palatka, I understand the delicate balance between wise land use and preservation for future generations. This perspective shapes my work with agricultural landowners on strategic planning, conservation easements, and mitigation banking.Recognition includes Chambers USA rankings in Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use and Environment, The Best Lawyers in America (2025 Tampa Lawyer of the Year for Litigation – Land Use and Zoning), and Florida Super Lawyers. I give back to the industry as an officer of the Tampa Bay Builders Association and as chair of the Tampa Forward Land Development Code Update Advisory Team.Whether you\'re navigating complex land use challenges, exploring development opportunities under the Live Local Act, or protecting property rights, I\'d welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can turn regulatory challenges into strategic advantages. Always happy to discuss industry trends and share insights about creating new opportunities to address the nation and state’s housing shortage.Practice Areas: Land Development & Government Relations | Environmental & Natural Resources Law | Agricultural Law | Property Rights Advocacy | Affordable Housing Development
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