Airport Commercial Development: A Vision Brought to Life
When a group of investors approached BuildPro Contractors with a vision for a high-performing commercial development, they needed more than just a builder—they needed a partner who could handle every step of the process.
From selecting the perfect site to navigating city approvals, securing financing, and delivering a fully developed, turn-key commercial property, BuildPro took on the challenge with strategy, innovation, and execution at the forefront.
Maximizing Potential Through Smart Site Planning
BuildPro’s exceptional talent for optimizing every square foot was foundational to making this impressive 15-acre commercial development feasible. The original site layout presented limitations, but our team saw an opportunity—by acquiring a small adjacent parcel, we converted it into a regional detention area, eliminating the need for individual lots to include on-site stormwater detention.
This solution freed up more buildable space, increasing the project’s overall value and making the development more attractive to future tenants.
Engineering, Permitting & Financial Strategy
Developing a site of this scale required extensive coordination with city officials, engineers, and financial partners. BuildPro spearheaded the engineering and permitting process, ensuring compliance with all zoning and infrastructure regulations while also securing a TIF package with the city—a 10-year, 50% tax increment financing agreement—which provided significant financial benefits to the investors.
Additionally, our team worked with lenders to structure a financing plan that supported both immediate construction needs and long-term financial sustainability.
Executing a Complex Development with Precision
Once approvals were in place, it was time to bring the vision to reality. BuildPro partnered with trusted trade partners to execute the mass grading, infrastructure installation, and paving of streets with efficiency and quality at the forefront. The project scope included:
- 40,000 CY of mass grading – Reshaping the site for optimal elevation and drainage.
- 15,000 CY of topsoil strip and respread – Preparing the land for stability and growth.
- Over 4,000 LF of utilities installed – Including stormwater, water mains, sanitary sewer, and subdrain systems.
- Modified subbase and street paving – Creating a durable and accessible roadway network for future commercial tenants.
A Fully Developed Commercial Site, Ready for Business
From the first site selection meeting to the final paved roadway, BuildPro delivered a fully developed, turn-key commercial property that is now ready for businesses to thrive. By combining strategic land planning, innovative engineering, financial expertise, and seamless execution, we transformed an undeveloped parcel into a high-value commercial hub.
This project is a testament to BuildPro’s expertise in end-to-end development—proving that when you partner with the right team, a vision isn’t just built, it’s optimized, executed, and delivered with excellence.
Commercial
Land Development
Iowa Development I LLC
Hall and Hall Engineers
General Contractor
Site Selection/Optimization
Construction Management
October 2024
653,400
