Where Development Is Won or Lost
Land and infrastructure are the foundation of every successful project—and the point where most developments fail when handled in isolation.
At Empire Development Partners, land and infrastructure are not preliminary steps. They are strategic disciplines, integrated from the very beginning to shape feasibility, cost control, timelines, and long-term value.
More Than Dirt Work
Too often, land development is treated as a commodity—clearing, grading, utilities, and stormwater handled after deals are already in motion. That approach creates risk, delays, and budget overruns.
EDP takes a different approach.
We evaluate land and infrastructure before acquisition, aligning entitlements, engineering, utilities, and construction strategy into one coordinated plan—so projects move forward with certainty instead of surprises.
Our Integrated Land & Infrastructure Approach
EDP manages the full scope of land development with execution in mind:
Strategy & Feasibility
- Site evaluation and due diligence
- Zoning and land-use analysis
- Infrastructure cost modeling
- Phasing and development strategy
Entitlements & Approvals
- Zoning coordination and entitlement strategy
- Municipal and agency coordination
- Permitting pathways aligned with build plans
Civil Engineering & Surveying Coordination
- Boundary, topographic, and ALTA surveys
- Civil design coordination and review
- Stormwater, grading, and site planning alignment
Infrastructure & Utilities
- Clearing and grading
- Water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure
- Utility coordination and sequencing
- Pad-ready site delivery
Because these disciplines are aligned early, infrastructure becomes a value driver, not a cost surprise.
Why This Matters
When land and infrastructure are fragmented:
- Acquisition decisions are incomplete
- Budgets drift before construction begins
- Timelines stall during approvals and utilities
- Vertical construction absorbs avoidable risk
When land and infrastructure are integrated:
- Feasibility improves before capital is deployed
- Engineering supports execution—not redesigns
- Utilities are sequenced, not reactive
- Vertical construction starts on solid ground
This is where EDP creates leverage.
Who This Is For
Landowners
We help landowners unlock the full potential of their property by providing a clear, executable path from raw land to development—whether through joint ventures, phased delivery, or full project execution.
Investors
We de-risk projects by addressing the most complex and capital-intensive phase of development upfront, with clarity around infrastructure scope, cost, and timeline.
Builders & Operators
We deliver pad-ready, infrastructure-complete sites that allow builders to focus on vertical construction with confidence and predictability.
Municipal & Community Partners
We collaborate with public agencies to deliver infrastructure-aligned development that supports housing goals, responsible growth, and long-term community outcomes.
Built to Support the Full Lifecycle
EDP’s land and infrastructure work does not stand alone—it feeds directly into:
- Vertical residential construction
- Phased development strategies
- Disposition and long-term ownership plans
Every decision at the land level is made with the end in view.
Our Philosophy
Land shapes everything that follows.
That’s why Empire Development Partners approaches land and infrastructure with the same discipline, accountability, and intention as vertical construction—because strong foundations don’t just support buildings, they support outcomes.
Empire Development Partners
Land and infrastructure—planned, engineered, and executed without the gaps.