Mandel v. City of Santa Fe

This case concerns the development of two-story residences in the Westside-Guadalupe historic district of Santa Fe. The developer's (Mandel) plan was denied by the City of Santa Fe's zoning authorities and the City Council (City). The district court reversed the City's denial of permits on the basis that ""by changing the rules in the middle of the game, the City played unfairly,"" thereby denying Mandel his right to due process. The City appeals. Mandel cross-appeals, seeking to support the district court's decision on alternative grounds and alleging certain errors in the district court's decision. We reverse the district court's decision and uphold the City's action. FACTS