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Developer News & Notes
Sustainability, Market Trends, Energy Efficiency, an Executive Q&A on Mixed-Use Properties and more…
Ben Hecht Pushes for Social Investment in America’s Cities
Ben Hecht is getting ready to celebrate his one-year anniversary as president CEO of Living Cities, a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit organization that unites private foundations, financial institutions, and public agencies to broadly invest in cities across America.
Is LEED Relevant in Development?
Seal of Approval- Nearly 15 years after it was introduced, LEED is still the dominant green standard. But is that a good thing?
Pre-Construction Financing: Land Loans
Developers can incur hefty expenses before a construction loan ever kicks in. Land loans are one option that can help developers work through a lengthy entitlement process or project delays.
Historic Rehab Developments
While the obstacles are many, there are smart, effective ways to navigate the tedious redevelopment process. A thorough title search, valuable tax credits, and the help of preservationists can make redeveloping historic properties—even those with deed restrictions—more lucrative.
