WHAT WE DO

Full-Spectrum Development Support

From initial site analysis through permit issuance, we bring structure and strategy to every phase of the development process.

Preliminary Due Diligence

Zoning analysis, land use policy review, and constraint identification before resources are committed.

Phase I, II & III ESAs

Comprehensive environmental site assessments to identify and characterize contamination risk.

Environmental Consulting

CEQA and NEPA compliance, technical studies, and agency coordination from scoping through approval.

Architectural Drafting

Site plans, floor plans, and elevations prepared to meet entitlement and permit submission requirements.

GIS & Data Services

Spatial analysis, custom mapping, and data visualization to support planning and regulatory submissions.

Conditional Use Permits

Full application preparation and processing through planning commissions and approving bodies.

Variances

Relief applications for projects requiring deviation from development standards, with full legal finding support.

Land Use Consulting

General plan amendments, zone changes, specific plans, and multi-agency entitlement coordination.

Pro Forma Analysis

Development cost modeling, feasibility analysis, and scenario planning grounded in regulatory realities.

Financial Services

Acquisition analysis, phased development structuring, and financial narratives for entitlement support.

Massing & Modeling

3D massing studies and scenario modeling to test development options and support hearing presentations.

Preliminary Due Diligence

Before committing significant resources to a development project, understanding regulatory constraints and approval pathways is essential. Our preliminary due diligence services provide property owners and developers with the critical information needed to make informed acquisition and planning decisions.

What We Do:

Zoning code analysis and permitted use review
General plan consistency evaluation
Development standard and constraint mapping
Entitlement pathway identification
Preliminary regulatory timeline and cost estimates
Feasibility reports for investment decision-making

Phase I, II & III Environmental Site Assessments

Environmental site assessments are critical for understanding contamination risk and liability before property transactions or development. We conduct comprehensive Phase I, II, and III ESAs in accordance with ASTM standards and regulatory requirements.

What We Do:

Phase I desktop assessments and site reconnaissance
Phase II subsurface investigation and laboratory analysis
Phase III remediation planning and oversight
Regulatory agency coordination and reporting
Environmental liability assessment
Compliance documentation for lenders and insurers

Environmental Consulting

Navigating CEQA and NEPA requirements demands technical expertise and strategic coordination. Our environmental consulting services guide projects through environmental review, from initial scoping through final approval and mitigation monitoring.

What We Do:

CEQA and NEPA document preparation and management
Technical studies coordination (biological, cultural, traffic, noise)
Environmental impact analysis and mitigation planning
Agency consultation and public hearing support
Mitigation monitoring and reporting programs
Environmental justice and equity assessments

Architectural Drafting

Accurate and compliant architectural drawings are essential for entitlement and permit approvals. We prepare site plans, floor plans, elevations, and sections that meet jurisdictional requirements and communicate design intent clearly to decision-makers.

What We Do:

Entitlement-level site plans and context mapping
Floor plans, elevations, and building sections
Permit application construction documents
As-built documentation and record drawings
Code compliance analysis and coordination
Technical detail development for regulatory submittals

GIS & Data Services

Geographic information systems and data analytics provide spatial intelligence for informed decision-making throughout the development process. We leverage GIS technology for site selection, regulatory mapping, market analysis, and presentation-quality visualization.

What We Do:

Site selection and suitability analysis
Demographic and market data mapping
Regulatory constraint and opportunity mapping
Custom GIS applications and dashboards
Spatial data management and quality control
Environmental and infrastructure analysis

Conditional Use Permits

Conditional Use Permits allow specialized land uses that require discretionary review and public hearing approval. We manage CUP applications for a wide range of uses, from cannabis facilities to affordable housing, ensuring applications are complete, compelling, and supported by required findings.

What We Do:

CUP application preparation and submittal
Use compatibility and impact analysis
Public hearing strategy and presentation materials
Community outreach and stakeholder engagement
Conditions of approval negotiation
Specialized permits (cannabis, affordable housing, industrial)

Variances

Variances provide relief from strict application of zoning standards when site-specific constraints create practical difficulties. Securing variance approval requires demonstrating hardship and ensuring consistency with legal findings. We prepare variance applications with the technical documentation and legal support needed for approval.

What We Do:

Variance application development and submittal
Hardship analysis and legal finding documentation
Site constraint assessment and alternatives analysis
Public hearing preparation and advocacy
Legal compliance review and coordination
Appeal support and continued processing

Land Use Consulting

Complex development projects often require changes to underlying land use policy, including general plan amendments, zone changes, and specific plans. Our land use consulting services guide clients through multi-jurisdictional entitlement processes, coordinating technical analysis, public engagement, and approval strategy.

What We Do:

General Plan amendments and policy analysis
Zoning code updates and zone change applications
Specific plan development and implementation
Development agreement negotiation
Multi-agency entitlement coordination
Public process management and stakeholder engagement

Pro Forma Analysis

Accurate financial modeling grounded in regulatory realities is essential for development feasibility. We provide pro forma analysis that integrates entitlement timelines, permitting costs, and regulatory constraints with market assumptions to support investment decision-making.

What We Do:

Development cost modeling and budget projections
Market feasibility studies and absorption analysis
Scenario planning and sensitivity analysis
Regulatory impact assessment on project economics
Investment return analysis and capital stack optimization
Phasing strategies and cash flow optimization

Financial Services

Development finance requires specialized expertise that integrates regulatory knowledge with financial structuring. We provide acquisition analysis, development phasing strategies, and compelling financial narratives to support entitlement applications and investment decision-making.

What We Do:

Acquisition due diligence and financial analysis
Phased development financial structuring
Entitlement-focused financial narratives
Capital stack optimization and fundraising support
Economic impact analysis for public approvals
Financial risk assessment and mitigation strategies

Massing & Modeling

Three-dimensional massing studies provide visual and analytical tools to test development concepts, optimize site utilization, and communicate project vision to stakeholders and approval bodies. We create presentation-quality 3D models that support decision-making and public engagement.

What We Do:

3D massing studies and site optimization
Development scenario modeling and comparison
Yield analysis and unit mix optimization
Public hearing presentation materials and visualizations
Regulatory compliance visualization (height, setbacks, coverage)
Alternative design exploration and iteration

Our Services

Preliminary Due Diligence

Phase I, II & III ESAs

Environmental Consulting

Architectural Drafting

GIS & Data Services

Conditional Use Permits

Variances

Land Use Consulting

Pro Forma Analysis

Financial Services

Massing & Modeling

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Full-Spectrum Development Support

Preliminary Due Diligence

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Phase I, II & III Environmental Site Assessments

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Environmental Consulting

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Architectural Drafting

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GIS & Data Services

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Conditional Use Permits

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Variances

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Land Use Consulting

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Pro Forma Analysis

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Financial Services

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Massing & Modeling

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