Who We Are
Sheldon Development is a solution-driven land development company that specializes in delivering entitled properties in California to investors and builders.
With over 25 years of experience, the company has a history of creating value for potential buyers and investors, as well as addressing affordable housing needs by offering innovative and sustainable solutions.
Sheldon Development views every real estate property as an art piece that requires the vision of the stakeholders who appreciate its value and can benefit from its potential use.
The company’s mission is to generate value for the communities through its expertise, creativity, and passion. The company aims to develop sustainable and profitable projects that enhance communities and the environment.
Steve Sheldon
Steve Sheldon is the CEO of Sheldon Development and has been developing land since 2005. He has an extensive background within the space and is passionate and knowledgeable about the subject. He is also highly regarded within the space and has entitled thousands of residential homes.
Steve Sheldon is also an elected member of the Orange County Water District (OCWD) Board of Directors, which oversees the largest water recycling plant in the world. His division includes parts of Irvine, Newport Beach and Tustin. He has served on the board since 2005 and was previously president of the board in 2008 and 2009, and 2021 and 2022. A representative on behalf of OCWD for the League of Cities, he also sits on the University of California, Irvine Urban Water Research Institute Advisory Committee.
Director Sheldon brings more than 25 years of experience in public policy and real estate development. As a past consultant and attorney, his work included managing hundreds of land-use entitlement efforts before cities, counties and special districts. His company has developed over 2,500 housing units ranging from luxury apartments, townhomes, single-family homes, and estate lots; along with park land, open space, trails, and other public amenities and benefits.
Testimonials
Dawn Nelson, CEO of the Covina Chamber of Commerce testifies before the Covina city council on Sheldon Developments’ business and community outreach efforts.
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