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Katherine Garvey serves as Professor and Director of the Land Use and Sustainability Law Clinic at West Virginia University College of Law. Her work focuses on legal frameworks addressing urban development challenges and sustainable land use practices.
Professor Garvey's research interests center on land use regulation, sustainability law, and property rights management. Her expertise in vacant property issues has positioned her as a leading voice in addressing urban blight and housing policy challenges, particularly in Appalachian communities. Her scholarship examines the intersection of property law, urban planning, and environmental sustainability.
As Director of the Land Use and Sustainability Law Clinic, Professor Garvey oversees practical legal education where students engage with real-world land use challenges, working with communities to develop legal solutions for sustainable development. The clinic provides legal assistance to local governments and community organizations addressing vacant properties, zoning issues, and sustainable development initiatives.
Professor Garvey gained national recognition through her appearance on NPR Marketplace where she discussed the concept of 'hypervacancy' at the Reclaiming Vacant Properties conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Her insights on the persistent vacant property crisis highlighted systemic challenges in urban property management and potential legal interventions.
