Information on Land Developers
Land developers take unoccupied land and develop a variety of residential or commercial properties. They must follow strict laws and guidelines regarding zoning and building.
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Responsibilities
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Land developers are responsible for researching and coordinating the building process for a piece of land. This includes meeting all government building regulations, estimating costs, and designing residential communities or commercial developments.
Green Development
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The Sustainable Land Development International Organization defines green development as balancing the needs of the environment, builders, and people with responsible planning, designing, and building practices.
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Types
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The National Association of Home Builders categorizes land developers into different types: custom, production, international, and small volume.
Growth vs. No Growth
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Land development often leads to suburban growth and sprawl. Developers generally promote new construction as a way to strengthen communities, while detractors believe it can be excessive and disruptive to the natural environment.
Colleagues
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Land developers work with many different types of professionals when developing communities, including urban planners, architects, landscape architects, and construction managers, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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References
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