Due Diligence

Evaluating Opportunities

From undeveloped property to partially and fully developed sites, Longleaf can provide investors, lenders, and purchasers with a detailed overview of the assets and liabilities associated with the project.  

Partially or Fully Developed Sites

  • Confirmation of compliance with local zoning requirements;
  • Permit and entitlement validity and expiration scenarios;
  • Evaluation of completion and warrantee bonds vs. constructed infrastructure;
  • Vested rights determination;
  • Review local jurisdiction fee structure and permit costs remaining;
  • Evaluate potential for change in use or intensity of use;
  • Review factors that may impact the value of the property;
  • Evaluation of local ordinances and policies that may have changed since the onset of the project;
  • Determine remaining items to complete prior to conveyance; and
  • Estimate costs and timeline to finalize project.

Undeveloped Sites

  • Provide contract purchasers with highest and best use analysis;
  • Develop sketch plans and conceptual land use plan;
  • Provide site evaluation services during contract due diligence period of purchase contract;
  • Manage zoning and entitlement process; and 
  • Provide comprehensive Project Management services.