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Concentric Development Group

Changing the Lay of the Land

Real Estate Solutions From the Inside Out.

Successful real estate projects begin with a clear vision and a sharp eye for opportunity. While others see challenges, at Concentric Development Group (CDG), we see potential.  

From identifying prime land, securing the right capital, implementing sustainable strategies that benefit both the environment and your bottom line, or navigating complex political landscapes—we create more than communities, we create lasting value.  

For investors and seasoned professionals, we offer expert insights and tailored solutions to streamline your project and secure long-term success. 

Concentric Development. The right solutions. At the right time.

 

Land Development and Entitlement

Land Use

  • Rezone
  • General Plan Amendment
  • Specific Plan Amendment
  • Conditional Use Permit
  • Verifying title and/or clearing title exceptions that impede development of the property
  • Ordinance alignment for growth and/or development constraints, growth allotments, etc.

Subdivision Map Act

  • Planned Unit Development (PUD’s)
  • Condominium Maps
  • Vesting Tentative Map
  • Final Map
  • California Environmental Quality Act Documents (ND, MND, EIR, Supplemental EIR, Addendum to EIR)

Resource Agency Map

  • Federal Endangered Species Act Sections 7 & 10
  • State Endangered Species Act – Sections 2081 & 1602
  • Federal Clean Water Act – Sections 401 & 404
  • Habitat Conservation Plan (where applicable)

Entitlements Description

Project Entitlements include any and all discretionary (city council or Board of Supervisors vote) approvals necessary to file a final map and build the project. A typical application will include the following;

  • Civil Engineering plan
  • Grading Plan
  • Utilities Plan
  • Stormwater Management Plan
  • Photometric Study
  • Noise & Vibration Analysis
  • Geotechnical Study
  • Environmental Study
  • Traffic Study
  • Architecture plans
  • Landscape Architecture Plans (including irrigation plan & planting list)
  • Arborist Report

Construction Management

  • As a strategic land investment and development firm, CDG specializes in city and town core development. With over 30 years of experience, CDG’s success is built on sound capital, strong relationships, transparency, and a proven track record of effective execution.

    Led by its founder, Michael Serpa, CDG has delivered over $3 billion in development projects, including for-rent and for-sale single-family and multi-family homes, affordable housing, and mixed-use residential and retail spaces.

  • Strategic Land Asset Management

    Concentric Development Group offers advisory services to private landowners and investors to maximize real property value. Tailored to each client’s unique goals, we develop and execute strategic plans that unlock new opportunities and create effective exit strategies.

    Crafting comprehensive business plans with clear objectives, we balance key factors such as:

    • Land use optimization (General or Specific Plans)
    • Site opportunities and constraints analysis
    • Economic and market risk assessments
    • Site planning, design, and development
    • Entitlement and permitting processes (local, state, federal)
    • Political and stakeholder coordination
    • Alignment with local land use policies
  • Political/Stakeholder Alignment

    Public policy alignment is integrated into our entitlement strategy, by actively engaging with elected officials, stakeholders, and community groups to build consensus and create a path to success.

    This approach fosters support from constituents while balancing community interests with project goals.

Leadership

Mike Serpa

Mike Serpa is the founder and driving force behind Concentric Development Group. Mike’s experience includes more than $3.1 billion in projects over 20 years. Prior to the past decade of success, Mike had success in various executive leadership positions with PulteGroup (formerly Pulte Homes) and Centex Homes in the public sector as well as the Surland Companies (homebuilder) and The Ryness Company (sales & marketing consultant) in the private sector. Mike holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern California with an emphasis in Real Estate Investment and an MBA from the University of Oregon. Mike is also a licensed real estate broker and a licensed General Contractor in the State of California. Mike played linebacker for the University of Southern California Trojan football team where he earned 4 varsity letters, 3 Pacific 10 Conference Championships, and appeared in 3 Rose Bowl Championships. Mike’s favorite past time is fitness and he has completed more than 150 triathlons including 2 Ironman distance races.