This article originally appeared in AZRE magazine.
Whether it’s raw land with no utilities, a complicated infill parcel, or a prime commercial corner, developers face a variety of challenges when attempting to bring their vision to life. Strategies for successfully navigating development rights and the complex web of zoning regulations, permitting processes, and local politics vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction and require expertise and strong relationships. Even when a property might appear to be a perfect fit for a developer’s market strategy, unforeseen issues can arise.