James A. Stowers, an attorney in the Land Use Department of Cobb Cole, has been certified by the
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) as a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited
Professional (LEED AP). LEED APs are distinguished building professionals who have demonstrated a
thorough understanding of green building practices and principles and the LEED Rating Systems.
The LEED Green Building Rating System(tm) is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design,
construction and operation of high-performance green buildings. Projects seeking LEED Certification
receive one point toward certification when a LEED AP is part of the project team. Stowers is the
first attorney in Volusia County to achieve the LEED AP certification.
Stowers' LEED AP certification reinforces Cobb Cole's commitment to providing superior legal services
for our client's evolving needs. Green building strategies are becoming increasingly popular, and our
clients understand the importance of responsible, sustainable development practices. As a LEED AP,
Stowers will be able to advise clients on the various processes, incentives, and practices relating
to green building and the LEED certification process.
Stowers focuses his practice in the area of land use, zoning, planning and green building practices.
He represents clients in complex matters involving land use and zoning, development approvals, comprehensive
planning, and code enforcement. Stowers received his B.A. from the College of the Holy Cross, his J.D. from
the University of Florida Levin College of Law and a Master of Arts in Urban and Regional Planning from
the University of Florida.
