Some of the topics to be covered are: site
selection and criteria; types of residential development and development plans; small vs.
large projects; engineering considerations to
evaluate drainage and soil analysis; the
influence of topography; obtaining utility
access; gaining the approval of zoning and
planning boards; environmental issues;
development maintenance including warrantees and
covenants; financing the pre-construction and
construction stages; pre-arranging permanent
financing; joint venture financing; selecting a
general contractor; construction and
post-construction phases. Guest speakers will
discuss financing, environmental and zoning
issues.
This is a four-day, 30-hour course. It is Pennsylvania State Real Estate
Commission-approved for 2 credits towards broker's license requirements. It
fulfills ALL 14 hours of mandatory continuing education (MCE) required by the
Commission for salesperson's or broker's license renewal.