Bridging Developer Vision and Land Use Possibilities Through
Development Advising
Project Development
Site Selection
Due Diligence
Team Assembly
Project Design
Quality Control
Navigating Agency Approvals
Client Advocacy
Community Engagement
Known for a depth of experience in government entitlement and project development processes, Burnham Planning & Development helps developers both small and large approach implementation of development projects with full clarity and knowledge of local land use policies, entitlement and permitting processes. We bridge developer vision and land use possibilities for mutually beneficial outcomes for our clients and the community, with an emphasis on creating great places for people.
Started by Derek Burnham in 2013, Burnham Planning & Development represents private-sector owners and developers providing specific insight and technical expertise on a variety of planning, zoning, project development and real estate matters and is known for fostering strong relationships with key municipal leaders, government agency staff, local organizations and stakeholders necessary to effectively communicate client needs and facilitate development projects through local government entitlement and building processes.
EXPERIENCE
Immanuel Senior Housing, Adaptive reuse converting historic church to 30 affordable senior housing units
1205 Loma, Adaptive reuse converting former light industrial use to combination of office/commercial/maker’s space
1333 Orizaba, Adaptive reuse converting former industrial building to combination of creative office and light industrial space
Mission Control Barcade: Adaptive reuse converting historic downtown building to “bar-cade” bar/arcade
Harveys, Adaptive reuse converting former quonset huts to office and light industrial use
944 Pacific, Adaptive Reuse of small two-story office building to 6 residential rental units
5,000 sq ft, remodel and addition to existing Famous Dave’s restaurant in coastal/state lands zone
Long Beach World Trade Center remodel and upgrade to office space of 20 story office tower and new outdoor plaza