MWELO in Commercial Development
Understanding Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) As the demand for sustainable and environmentally responsible development grows, commercial developers are increasingly required to incorporate water-efficient MWELO practices into their projects. According to a 2022 State Rankings Scorecard released by the Alliance for Water Efficiency, California, Texas, and Arizona were recognized as the leading states in […]
CDR Tackles the Tuolumne River!
Known for adventurous team-building events, the Commercial Development Resources team once again left civilization behind for a taste of the wilderness; this time tackling 18 miles of continuous Class IV rapids on the Tuolumne River. Pronounced “too-all-uh-me,” and understandably referred to as “the T,” this secluded river canyon has a lot to offer thrill seekers […]
Meet Eddie Pablos
Meet Eddie Pablos: Director of Dry Utility Services Commercial Development Resources would like to recognize Eddie Pablos as an indispensable part of their quickly growing team. Eddie joined the Commercial Development Resources team as Director of Dry Utility Services this past October. He earned his BS in International Business from Alliant International University and his […]
Four Dry Utility Pitfalls to Avoid
Dry Utility mistakes can be costly. Be sure to avoid these four common Dry Utility pitfalls during project planning! With strict timelines and target energizing dates, Dry Utilities are often a point of contention during a land development project. There are a number of variables reliant on the utility companies, so it is critical to […]
Hannah Lancaster: Licensed Professional Engineer
Costa Mesa, CA – June 6 – Commercial Development Resources (CDR), a premier Southern California civil engineering firm with a focus on private land development in the commercial sector, today announced that Stormwater & Design Engineer, Hannah Lancaster, P.E. was recently licensed as a professional engineer in the state of California. Prior to her current […]
What’s Cooking with CDR?
A group of Land Development experts gathered recently to strategically tackle a challenge many of them had not faced before. Using a brand new set of tools and skills, these consultants successfully navigated a totally new environment, serving up a delicious entree and dessert, proving that their expertise truly knows no boundaries! This dream team […]
Identifying Common Off-Site Improvement Requirements
Don’t be caught by surprise! These are the types of costly public off-site improvements you may be expected to take on within your project scope. Picture this. Your team has identified the perfect land development site. All the elements for success seem to be in place, and you have taken the proper steps to begin […]
Meet AJ Calabrese
Commercial Development Resources would like to honor AJ Calabrase as an outstanding member of the team. In the three years AJ has been with CDR, he has contributed to and managed several major projects. Coming from a construction background, AJ was excited to shift into the design field. He appreciates the valuable experience he has […]
Navigating The Entitlement Process
Don’t let entitlement proceedings catch you by surprise. Mitigate risk by making sure that you know how the process works. The entitlement process focuses on the structures intended use, aesthetic design, and adherence to an overall city plan. California is home to some of the most rigorous and inflexible entitlement planning regulations and codes in […]
New South Coast Metro Office
Positioning for Growth, Commercial Development Resources Relocates Headquarters to Orange County’s Urban Center, South Coast Metro The Civil Engineering firm CDR has moved into Park Tower, a conveniently located high rise in the South Coast Metro district of Costa Mesa, California. The new headquarters offers increased space for their growing business and expanding team of […]
