Land Development

Land developers know that success hinges on knowledge, planning, and experience. Land Development is the comprehensive resource for this demanding and exciting industry. Packed with photos, illustrations, checklists, and practical guidance, the 10th edition is an indispensable reference for any developer or builder wanting to understand the essentials of residential land development. Clearly written and logically organized, this classic text is used extensively in land development college curricula. Land development is both an art and a science, comprising an astonishing number of interrelated parts. The timely application of each part to the whole project produces an efficient process from start to finish. Good timing and instinct each play important roles in land development. But they are no substitute for knowledge, planning, and experience. Land Development emphasizes flexibility to accommodate the ever-changing trends in demographics, plan designs, technology, and regulations. Author D. Linda Kone helps readers acquire a complete knowledge of the interrelated factors that contribute to a successful land development project. These factors include market study and analysis, financing, site selection and analysis, environmental regulations, developing a master plan concept, storm water management, site engineering, residential streets, selecting housing types