CFL Land Planning & Development

12/04/2025

Exciting news… we’re growing! I’m proud to announce the launch of

The Pravada Group was created to centralize governance, financial oversight, and operational discipline across a growing portfolio of real estate, land development, asset-management, and advisory businesses. This new structure strengthens our ability to safeguard asset value, accelerate monetization, and deliver institutional-grade ex*****on for our clients and partners.

CFL Land will continue operating as a core subsidiary under the Pravada umbrella, with expanded support, enhanced systems, and a broader strategic platform behind it.

With this launch, The Pravada Group will also be expanding operations into Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

And we’re just getting started. We are rolling out three new divisions: Pravada Asset Management, Pravada Capital Advisors, and Pravada Construction Group, each designed to reinforce operational rigor and extend our capabilities across the full lifecycle of real estate and development assets.

This is the first step in a larger multi-vertical vision, and I’m energized for what’s ahead. More to come soon.

I also want to extend a sincere thank you to our clients, colleagues, and consultant partners. We couldn’t have achieved this momentum without your trust and collaboration. As we approach our first year in business, I’m deeply grateful for the support that has fueled this growth.

09/16/2025

🚨 Exciting News 🚨

We’re proud to introduce our sister company, CashForMyLandNow.com - your trusted partner for selling land quickly, easily, and without the hassle of traditional real estate.

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Whether you’re ready to sell right away or exploring options for the future, our team brings development expertise and a proven process to help you unlock the true value of your property.

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Local + Professional – We’re not just another out-of-state wholesaler. Based in Florida, we know the counties, permitting, utilities, and land-use regulations to get deals closed the right way.

07/23/2025

Looking to sell your land or acreage in Florida, Georgia, or the Carolinas? Contact us today to see what your options are.

07/04/2025

BREAKING: Major changes to Florida’s wetlands mitigation banking just took effect.

On July 1, Governor DeSantis signed SB 492, streamlining mitigation bank credit releases, expanding out-of-basin credit options, and enforcing faster agency timelines.

Developers and consultants - here’s what it means:
- Predictable credit release schedule
- 15-day response window from agencies
- Expanded access to out-of-area credits with multipliers
- Annual reporting and oversight starting 2026

This is a big shift in how wetland mitigation works in Florida—and we’re tracking it closely.

If you need help navigating mitigation strategy on an upcoming deal, reach out at www.centralflland.com

https://centralflland.com/f/florida’s-new-mitigation-banking-rule-what-you-need-to-know

06/11/2025

Tailored solutions await to elevate your project to new heights. Visit our website to unlock the full potential of your development plans and see how we can assist you.

03/18/2025

Reminder: Updated TOHO Water Authority specifications are effective April 1, 2025. These changes will directly impact developers by increasing initial construction costs, particularly for projects with multiple deep manholes or complex sewer infrastructure. Developers should carefully evaluate these cost implications when planning future projects in Toho’s jurisdiction.

https://centralflland.com/f/updated-toho-specs-go-into-effect-april-1-2025

03/18/2025

Ever wonder what geeky land people do in our spare time? Here’s your answer… deep dives into past failures.

Ever heard of The Shores subdivision in Sechelt, BC? It’s a cautionary tale of what happens when oversight goes wrong. Built on a former gravel pit with loose, unconsolidated fill, and an eroding shoreline, characterized by a connection of underground springs, the neighborhood started experiencing catastrophic —some swallowing entire backyards. The failures were so severe that homes were declared unsafe, and residents were forced to evacuate.

The issue? Inadequate compaction and poor understanding of subsurface conditions. Over time, voids formed beneath the surface, leading to sudden collapses. Even worse, remediation options were limited, and the liability game turned into a legal and financial nightmare. Some residents have received appraisals valued at $2.00!

The Shores disaster is a stark reminder that soil conditions are never an afterthought. Proper geotechnical due diligence isn’t just a box to check—it’s the foundation (literally) of any successful development.

Curious to read the reports?
The original report can be found here:https://www.sechelt.ca/en/PublicDocumentLibrary/Committees/Seawatch-Files/2006-04-28-Geotactics_Geotech_PH1.pdf

2012 Sinkhole Report:https://www.sechelt.ca/en/PublicDocumentLibrary/Committees/Seawatch-Files/2012-07-20-Thurber-Engineering-Geotechnical-Report.pdf

2018 Sinkhole Report:https://www.sechelt.ca/en/PublicDocumentLibrary/Committees/Seawatch-Files/2018-10-04-Thurber_Geotechnical-Comments-on-Lot-6-Sinkhole.pdf

Know of any other infamous land development failures? Let’s hear them.

03/03/2025

The National Stormwater Trust (NST) offers solutions that can significantly benefit builders and developers by optimizing land use, reducing stormwater compliance costs, and streamlining regulatory approvals. Here’s how:

https://centralflland.com/f/national-stormwater-trust-how-it-could-help-you-as-a-developer

02/23/2025

THE SUNDAY SCOOP 🚜➡️ Timelines for rezoning and subdivision approval in Florida vary based on the jurisdiction, complexity of the project, and level of opposition. However, here’s a general breakdown:

🧩 1. REZONING PROCESS (4–12 months)
• Pre-application & Due Diligence (1–2 months): Initial meetings with planning staff, feasibility studies, and community outreach.
• Application Submission & Staff Review (2–4 months): Completeness check, staff comments, and revisions.
• Public Hearings & Approvals (2–6 months): Planning & zoning board hearings, followed by county/city commission approval.

🧩 2. SUBDIVISION (Preliminary & Final Plat) APPROVALS (6–20 months)
• Preliminary Plat Approval (3–9 months): Engineering review, traffic studies, and public hearings.
• Construction Plan Review (3–8 months): Final engineering, stormwater, and utility approvals.
• Final Plat & Recording (2–3 months): concurrnetly with construction if posting a bond, ir afterr infrastructure installation and inspections if not.

🧩TOTAL ESTIMATED TIME: 10–32 months - an INSANE variance!
• Expedited projects (low-density, no opposition, in line with comp plan): ~10–14 months.
• Complex projects (higher density, comp plan amendments, public opposition): 2+ years.

Timelines vary by county/city—South Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward) and high-growth areas (Orlando, Tampa) tend to take longer due to regulatory backlog and public scrutiny. Rural counties can be much faster. This is why it’s 🚨IMPERATIVE🚨 to understand the approval process in your respective municipality prior to going nonrefundable on your deposit.

✅✅✅ The good news? You don’t have to do it alone. CFL Land Planning & Development is here to help! Contacts us today to build something great together!