Entitlements & Zoning Strategy

TOC density bonuses, variance requests, ED1 pathways, and CUP applications — we unlock the full development potential of every site.

Feasibility Reports

Zoning analysis, density calculations, and entitlement risk — before you commit capital.

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Permit Expediting

Direct LADBS, AB+C, and agency relationships that reduce plan check cycles and get your project to construction faster.

Our Practice Areas Consulting

Entitlement-Led
Development Services

Entitlements are our core practice. We specialize in unlocking land’s maximum development potential through expert zoning strategy, density bonus programs, and entitlement pathways — then we handle every permit that follows.
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Most Requested

Entitlements & Land Use

Our primary practice. We identify the optimal entitlement pathway — TOC tiers, ED1, SB 684, variance, or CUP — and navigate the full process from pre-application zoning analysis through approval.

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Permit Expediting

Fast-track permits through LADBS, AB+C, and all California, Texas, and Florida jurisdictions. Direct agency relationships that reduce plan check cycles.

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ADU / JADU / ALQ

Full-service ADU entitlements from eligibility analysis through permit issuance. Deep expertise in CA state ADU law and Austin's HOME Initiative.

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Feasibility Studies

48–72 hour feasibility reports with zoning analysis, density calculations, entitlement risk assessment, and buildable area test-fits.

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Due Diligence

Pre-acquisition zoning analysis, entitlement risk assessment, and code compliance review. Know exactly what you're buying before capital is committed.

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Agency Liaison & Outreach

Direct coordination with LADBS, California planning departments, Texas jurisdictions, and Miami-Dade agencies on your behalf — so you never chase paperwork.

Why Choose Us

Built on Agency
Relationships.
Driven by Results.

We’ve spent years building the agency relationships, market knowledge, and process discipline that translate directly into faster approvals and fewer surprises at plan check. Our clients aren’t buying time — they’re buying outcomes.

 

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Direct Agency Relationships

Established connections with LADBS, City of Austin, &Miami-Dade planning departments that translate to faster processing and fewer plan check rejections.

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Senior Team Credentials

20+ years combined experience in real estate development, city planning, and permit navigation.
Your project is handled by principals, not junior staff.

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Flat-Fee Transparency

No hourly billing surprises. Every engagement begins with a clear scope and fixed price so you can underwrite your project with confidence from day one.

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Multi-Market Fluency

(LAMC, CEQA, Coastal), Texas (AB+C, HOME Initiative, TCEQ), and Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward)
— all under one firm.

Our Markets

California,
Texas & Florida.

Three of the most active — and most complex — development markets in the United States. We operate with local depth in each one, backed by national perspective.

PRIMARY MARKET

California

● Active

CA

LADBSLAMCCEQATOCED1ZIMASCoastal Commission
  • Los Angeles — Full LADBS & LAMC expertise
  • San Diego — Coastal and inland jurisdiction
  • San Francisco — Bay Area entitlements

Full entitlement and permit services across California with 20+ years of LADBS relationships, LAMC mastery, and statewide code expertise including CEQA and Coastal Commission.

FASTEST GROWING

Texas

● active

TX

AB+C PortalHOME InitiativeTravis CountyTCEQTDLRHarris County
  • Austin — AB+C, HOME Initiative, ADU
  • Houston — Harris County, commercial & industrial
  • Dallas, San Antonio, Georgetown & suburbs

Residential, ADU, commercial TI, and subdivision permitting across all major Texas markets. Deep AB+C portal experience and multi-county jurisdiction coordination.

ACTIVE MARKET

Florida

● Active

FL

Miami-DadeBrowardCoastalMixed-UseZoning
  • Miami-Dade County — full permit services
  • Broward County — residential & commercial
  • South Florida coastal development

Land use entitlements, zoning analysis, and permit coordination for residential and commercial development across Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.

Featured Project

Work That
Speaks for Itself.

From landmark affordable housing developments in Los Angeles to residential entitlements in Austin’s fastest-growing corridors — our portfolio spans scale, complexity, and market.

Lakeline Rounds Out North Austin’s Growing Residential Landscape

Lakeline Rounds Out North Austin’s Growing Residential Landscape

Windsor Park Expands Access to Quality Housing Through SMART Certification

Windsor Park Expands Access to Quality Housing Through SMART Certification

Southtown Blends Historic Character With New Residential Energy

Southtown Blends Historic Character With New Residential Energy

Deep Ellum Continues Its Creative Evolution With New Mixed-Use Space

Deep Ellum Continues Its Creative Evolution With New Mixed-Use Space

East Riverside Adds Density and Character Along Austin’s Riverside Corridor

East Riverside Adds Density and Character Along Austin’s Riverside Corridor

Alamo Ranch Welcomes a New Chapter in Light Industrial Growth

Alamo Ranch Welcomes a New Chapter in Light Industrial Growth

Kaufman County Builds Momentum Along the US-175 Industrial Corridor

Kaufman County Builds Momentum Along the US-175 Industrial Corridor

Near Northside Proves Its Value as a Home for Modern Distribution Space

Near Northside Proves Its Value as a Home for Modern Distribution Space

Boca Raton Adds Refined Commercial Space to Its Growing Corridor

Boca Raton Adds Refined Commercial Space to Its Growing Corridor

Westshore Reinforces Its Standing as a Tampa Retail Destination

Westshore Reinforces Its Standing as a Tampa Retail Destination

Fort Lauderdale-Central Expands Its Mixed-Income Housing Options

Fort Lauderdale-Central Expands Its Mixed-Income Housing Options

Wynwood Adds Attainable Housing to Its Creative Landscape

Wynwood Adds Attainable Housing to Its Creative Landscape

Orlando’s Milk District Enters a New Era of Urban Density

Orlando’s Milk District Enters a New Era of Urban Density

Ybor City Pairs Historic Charm With New Housing Opportunity

Ybor City Pairs Historic Charm With New Housing Opportunity

Pembroke Park Strengthens Broward’s Port Everglades Industrial Corridor

Pembroke Park Strengthens Broward’s Port Everglades Industrial Corridor

Doral Cements Its Role as Miami-Dade’s Industrial Gateway

Doral Cements Its Role as Miami-Dade’s Industrial Gateway

Fulshear Embraces a New Model for Single-Family Rental Living

Fulshear Embraces a New Model for Single-Family Rental Living

East Riverside Sees New Life in Neighborhood-Scale Retail

East Riverside Sees New Life in Neighborhood-Scale Retail

Sherman-Denison’s Downtown Finds New Purpose in Adaptive Reuse

Sherman-Denison’s Downtown Finds New Purpose in Adaptive Reuse

South Texas Medical Center Area Adds Capacity for Growing Healthcare Demand

South Texas Medical Center Area Adds Capacity for Growing Healthcare Demand

Crenshaw Boulevard Duplex and ADU Project Reflects a Quiet Shift in Los Angeles Housing

Crenshaw Boulevard Duplex and ADU Project Reflects a Quiet Shift in Los Angeles Housing

Coastal Subdivisions Find Their Footing in San Pedro

Coastal Subdivisions Find Their Footing in San Pedro

Turning Density Bonus Incentives Into a Five-Story Mixed-Use Reality on Garland Avenue

Turning Density Bonus Incentives Into a Five-Story Mixed-Use Reality on Garland Avenue

Building a Legacy of Care: Senior Housing Finds Its Place in the San Fernando Valley

Building a Legacy of Care: Senior Housing Finds Its Place in the San Fernando Valley

Building By Right: Sunset Boulevard and the New Shape of Affordable Housing Approval in Los Angeles

Building By Right: Sunset Boulevard and the New Shape of Affordable Housing Approval in Los Angeles

Bringing a Century City Hotel Renovation to Life

Bringing a Century City Hotel Renovation to Life

Building in the Mountains: What It Takes to Get a Group Camp Facility Approved in Rim of the World

Building in the Mountains: What It Takes to Get a Group Camp Facility Approved in Rim of the World

From Ventura Blvd to Move-In Day: How CHIP is Reshaping Mixed-Income Housing in Los Angeles

From Ventura Blvd to Move-In Day: How CHIP is Reshaping Mixed-Income Housing in Los Angeles

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HOW WE WORK

From First Call to Final Permit.

A structured four-step process refined across hundreds of projects.
Clear milestones, defined deliverables, and no surprises.

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Three Major Markets

California · Texas · Miami. Local depth in each market backed by national-scale operations and relationships.

Flat-Fee Feasibility Reports

Delivered in 48–72 hours. No retainer required to get started.

Handled by Senior Staff

20+ years combined experience. Your project is managed by principals, not delegated to junior staff.