Lisa Nielsen

Permitting and Planning Specialist @Commercial Development Resources

Irvine, CA, US
EMAILS
l•••••••@cdrwest.com
MOBILE NUMBERS
+19•••••••74

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WORK HISTORY

Mar 2025 — Present

Permitting and Planning Specialist @Commercial Development Resources

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I navigate the complex world of land use planning, permitting, and entitlements for commercial development projects. By collaborating with city agencies, architects, engineers, and legal teams, I ensure projects align with zoning regulations, municipal codes, and community goals. My responsibilities include managing entitlements timelines, preparing and submitting planning applications, presenting at public hearings, and negotiating conditions of approval. My team identifies potential roadblocks early and proactively finds solutions to keep projects on track and ontime.

EDUCATION

2004 — 2007

Fort Lewis College

Bachelors, Sociology/Business

2008 — 2010

University of Colorado Denver

Masters, Urban and Regional Planning

SKILLS

MarketingGrantsBudgetsTime ManagementAffordable Housing DevelopmentCommunity OutreachFacebookResearchVolunteer ManagementProgram DevelopmentPublic SpeakingAffordable HousingLeadershipGrant WritingPolicyNeighborhood PlanningEvent Management

ABOUT LISA NIELSEN

Tenacious and strategic commercial real estate professional with a strong focus on entitlements, permitting, and development planning across a range of retail and mixed-use projects. Experienced in managing diverse property portfolios—from distressed assets to Class A office and retail—with a proven ability to navigate complex approval processes and align development objectives with municipal regulations. Known for a customer service-driven approach that supports both project viability and stakeholder satisfaction.

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