PRE-DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNITY STRATEGY
Navigating the complexities of housing, policy, and community development. We bridge the gap between vision and execution for a more equitable Atlanta.
what do we offer
Development Management & Local Representation: Serving as the project lead to manage the critical path through comprehensive operational oversight. We facilitate on-site property walkthroughs and site vetting while meticulously tracking municipal deadlines and coordinating vendor communication to protect your local interests.Housing Policy & Strategy: Analyzing regulatory landscapes to unlock development potential and ensure long-term project viability.Community Liaison & Engagement: Leading focus groups and facilitating transparent communication between developers and local stakeholders to build consensus.Municipal & Entitlement Support: Navigating city offices, application gathering, and local regulatory filings to streamline the approval process.Pre-Development & Acquisition Advisory: Providing site vetting, feasibility tours, and land acquisition due diligence to identify high-potential opportunities.Affordable & Mixed-Use Integration: Specializing in projects ranging from small-scale residential developments to complex, multi-unit buildings that require high-level coordination, capital stack alignment, and social impact.
Streamlining the path from concept
Capital Stack Optimization: Strategic identification and layering of funding sources, including local municipal grants and city-offered capital, to ensure financial robustness.Submission Integrity: End-to-end oversight and customized checklists for LIHTC and RFP responses to ensure every document is 100% complete and positioned for submission.Municipal Alignment: Navigating local government programs to match projects with the right incentives and regulatory requirements.Document Infrastructure: We build professional filing systems for your project data, making sure every document is vetted, organized, and ready for a lender's audit at a moment's notice.
who we are
Sequoia Development Advisors is an Atlanta-based boutique consultancy dedicated to fostering resilient and inclusive urban environments. As a Minority and Women-Owned Business, we believe that successful development requires a balance of strategic planning, community advocacy, and innovative policy.
With a background in institutional underwriting, property acquisitions, and deal evaluation, we bring a data-driven approach to community-centric development. We take a boots-on-the-ground approach: meeting residents, understanding neighborhood needs, and ensuring our work creates equitable, sustainable housing that strengthens Atlanta's communities.We specialize in pre-development services for nonprofit and small-scale developers focused on affordable housing, including funding application support (CHIP, LIHTC, HOME), community engagement, property acquisition analysis, and contractor coordination. Our goal is to help mission-driven developers navigate the complexities of affordable housing development so they can focus on what matters: creating homes that change lives.Atlanta, GA | Building Equitable Communities
Atlanta, GA | Building Equitable Communities