Breaking Ground: Navigating Land Entitlement for Manufacturing Growth

Ready to expand or build your manufacturing facility but unsure where to start?

Join the Fresno Business Council, the San Joaquin Valley Manufacturers Alliance, and the American Institute of Architects for an essential workshop designed specifically for Central California manufacturers and businesses looking to grow their operations. Whether you're planning your first facility expansion or considering a new location, understanding the land entitlement process is your critical first step to success.

What You'll Learn:

• Navigate the land entitlement process from start to finish• Understand recent CEQA changes including SB 131 and SB 330 and how they impact your project• Protect your investment when faced with litigation challenges• Work effectively with city and county planning departments• Avoid common pitfalls that delay or derail development projects

Panelists:

• Armen Devejian, AlA, Architect and Partner - Associated Design & Engineering, Inc.

• Bonique Emerson, AICP, Vice President of the Planning Division - Precision Engineering

• Arielle Harris, Partner - Cox, Castle & Nicholson, LLP

• Sal Gonzales, President - Lance Kashian Company

• Phillip Siegrist, Planning Manager - City of Fresno

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