Our Process

When you choose to build with Community Development, you get a builder with extensive experience in the luxury space and you can be confident that you are getting the premium quality, dedication, and service that set us apart from other builders.

Whether you are building for your primary residence or a vacation home, you can be sure that Community Development will be with you every step of the way.

#1 FIND YOUR LAND

Location is important. Make sure you choose a lot that offers everything you are looking for. Still looking for land? No Problem. We can connect you with our partner real estate agents and we will help with your analysis and due diligence of the properties you’re considering.

#2 REFINE YOUR TEAM

Design: Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Design, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering.

If you have this piece started, great. We can work with your team. If you need help, we can introduce you to recommended teams to handle every aspect of the design process.

Construction: From site prep, to building your home, and finishing with all of the details – We will help you assemble the team that will handle your project.

We only work with the best teams in the business and have partners who specialize in every aspect of the building process.

Landscaping Design: An important piece of any, the exterior of your property will be the first thing people see when they pull up, as well as the place you will gather for important life events or just winding down on the weekends.

We can work with your existing landscape design firm or introduce you to our landscape design partners. Either way, we will help guide the process and make sure the landscape design aligns with your goals for the property.

#3 DEVELOP A BUDGET

Once you have a general plan and list of requirements, it’s time to create a budget. We can help answer any questions, including pricing, process, timeline, and design for the home of your dreams.

We know every dollar counts, which is why we work with you to help create a home you love, and stay within your budget.

#4 SIGN A CONTRACT

You have a general design for your new home and you have pricing that meets your budget, now it’s time to sign the contract. This will be our official start to working together, and gets your project on the calendar.

We will begin to engage the teams you have selected to begin the process of making your dream home a reality.

#5 DESIGN YOUR HOME

Once you’ve finalized a budget, it’s time to work with the team we’ve assembled to design all the aspects of your new home. Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Design, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering. This process will be finalized with your building permits being issued from the city.

#6 VERIFY THE BUDGET

With blueprints and interior design selections complete, your project goes out to bid by our expert subcontractors. This will give us the oppurtunity to update the budget from what was conceptually discussed, to what was actually designed. Typically there is very little adjustment needed, however this can allow us to make additions or cuts to the plans inorder to ensure happy clients!

#7 PREPARING YOUR LAND

Some sites require clearing or site prep before anything can happen. Soil tests, survey, grading and drainage plans, as well as permits are just a few of the things that need to be addressed before construction begins. Our experienced consultants will provide you with the information needed to understand the entire process and each phase of construction.

#8 CONSTRUCTION

Once everything is prepared and approved, it’s time to break ground! Once construction begins, you will be in constant communication with Community Development through our advanced project managent app. This will show upcoming stages, scheduling, city inspections, photos, videos, and keep track of everything needed for your build. Below is a basic outline showing the order of progress for building your new home.

Foundation
Framing
Windows
Rough Plumbing, Electrical, Heating and Cooling
Siding or Stucco
Insulation and Drywall
Finish Carpentry, Painting, and Staining
Flooring and Cabinets
Final Finishing
Landscape and pool
Final Inspections

#9 FINAL WALK-THROUGH AND MOVE-IN

When construction is completed, we will walk with you through your new home and identify and complete any and all punch list items.

#10 WARRANTY

Just because we’re finished building your home does not mean you are on your own. Every Community Development home is provided with a limited warranty on three levels: