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Land Development

Shaping Tomorrow’s Communities

Expertly designed solutions to help you maximize your return on investment (ROI) by developing smarter, more efficient land projects.

Are you navigating the complexities of due diligence research, site design, or permitting processes for your development project? Balancing project timelines, regulatory requirements, and community expectations can feel overwhelming. That’s where SEH excels. Our team works alongside you to tackle these challenges head-on, delivering tailored solutions that align with your goals and set the stage for successful land development projects. Whether you're considering a land purchase, planning large-scale developments, optimizing site designs, or trying to increase your ROI, we’re here to bring your vision to life.

Our team spans the Upper Midwest, East Coast, Southeast, Southwest, and beyond, allowing us to deliver region-specific insights and expertise. This geographic breadth ensures that we’re equipped to address diverse project challenges and provide localized solutions tailored to your community’s unique needs. 


Markets We Serve | Supporting Diverse Development Needs

We proudly support a wide range of markets, including:

  • Master-Planned Communities: Comprehensive designs that create a feeling of place.
  • Resort Developments: Creating inviting and sustainable spaces for leisure and hospitality.
  • Single-Family and Multifamily Housing: Efficiently designed residential solutions for growing communities.
  • Commercial and Industrial Projects: Tailored developments that drive business success from retail to industrial rail facilities.

This diversity enables us to adapt to your project’s specific demands while leveraging our comprehensive experience. 

  • Architecture and building design
  • Community development and project funding
  • Community planning
  • Construction services
  • Entitlement process
  • Land management and property acquisition
  • Landscape architecture
  • Permitting and permit tracking
  • Road and street design
  • Site design and development
  • Surveying
  • Stormwater engineering
  • Transportation planning
  • Utility design
  • Visualization
  • Wetland services

Specialized Services

  • Land Management and Property Acquisition
  • Site Design and Development
  • Advanced Visualization
  • Entitlement Process
  • Community Development Funding
  • Permitting and Permit Tracking 

Comprehensive Land Management and Property Acquisition

Aligning strategy with opportunity.

Effective land management starts with a clear understanding of property needs and strategic goals. SEH helps you navigate property acquisition, site evaluation, and land-use planning to ensure your project’s foundation is strong. By combining data-driven insights with a deep understanding of local markets, we identify opportunities that maximize value and minimize risk, ensuring your investments are well-positioned for success. 

Site Design and Development Solutions

Transforming visions into buildable realities.

Whether you’re planning a residential, commercial, or mixed-use development, effective site design is crucial. SEH’s multidisciplinary team works closely with you to design functional, efficient, and sustainable sites that meet your needs and those of the community. From grading plans to utility layouts, we deliver integrated designs that support smooth project execution. 

Advanced Optimization for Project Planning

Seeing the future ROI before it’s built.

Successful land development starts with a data-driven approach. SEH utilizes efficiency concepts, grading heat diagrams, and cost estimating tools to optimize site design and reduce unnecessary expenses. Our advanced visualization capabilities – including 3D modeling, cut-and-fill analysis, and site grading simulations – help identify potential challenges early, streamline approvals, and improve construction efficiency. By proactively refining site layouts and grading strategies, we help you reduce earthwork, control costs, and accelerate project timelines. 

Streamlined Entitlement Process

Simplifying the path to project approval.

Navigating zoning, land-use regulations, and entitlements can be complex and time-consuming. SEH’s experts guide you through the entitlement process, ensuring your project complies with local, state, and federal regulations. By managing applications, coordinating with regulatory agencies, and anticipating potential challenges, we help keep your project on schedule and within budget. 

Community Development Funding Strategies and Assistance

Finding resources to turn plans into reality.

Securing financing is often one of the biggest hurdles in a development project. SEH’s funding specialists help communities navigate grants, loans, and financial programs, while also connecting private developers to a network of lenders and funding opportunities. From crafting compelling applications to managing documentation, we’re here to help secure the resources needed to move your project forward. 

Permitting and Permit Tracking

Reducing delays with proactive solutions.

Permits are an essential but often frustrating part of the development process. SEH simplifies permitting by coordinating with regulatory agencies, preparing detailed documentation, and tracking application progress. Our proactive approach helps avoid delays, ensuring your project moves forward without unnecessary interruptions. 

Contact Us

To speak with a member of our team or learn more about our services, please fill out the contact form.

 

Insight

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When a land owner or prospective buyer decides they want to sell or develop a parcel of land, they may want to consider working with a professional services firm with experience in land planning.
Read More
Jun 21, 2022 3:01:58 PM11 min read

Why Missing Middle Housing is an Emerging Trend in Multi-Family Development

Below, we look at current housing market trends, including movement in light of the pandemic and how these trends are impacting the state of development.
Read More
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4 Steps to Position Brownfields for Redevelopment and Federal Funding

Nearly every community has land parcels that were once bustling and productive, but are now empty, vacant or under-utilized.
Read More
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ERTIDs: A Game-Changer for Wisconsin’s Contaminated Buildings & Sites

ACT 149 expands Wisconsin's TIF program, enabling local governments to create ERTIDs for cleaning up hazardous sites, fostering economic development.
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Read More
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To engage stakeholders and build community support, it is crucial to clearly communicate the vision for the project and earn community trust through the planning process. By reaching out to key stakeholders early and often, you increase your chances of securing their support as the project progresses.
Read More