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The Development Approvals Index: A New Tool to Evaluate Local Approvals Processes

The NAIOP Research Foundation commissioned the creation of an index that compares development approvals processes in different jurisdictions so that developers can make more informed investment

An Empirical Study of the Efficacy of Mixed-Use Development - The Seattle Experience

Friday, April 1, 2011

This report identifies issues such as density, growth management and accessibility, as well as the current state of knowledge on mixed-use development. It then explores the mixed-use experience in

Louisiana Named One of 2025’s Top 10 States for Business by Area Development

Friday, October 10, 2025

Every year, Area Development releases a ranking of states by how favorable their environments are to businesses based on criteria such as permitting speed, workforce, energy and infrastructure,

Recruiting, Training and Retaining Talent in the Real Estate Development Industry

Thursday, June 20, 2024

The NAIOP Research Foundation commissioned this report to examine best practices in recruitment, training and retention for commercial real estate development firms. The study draws on interviews

Ohio Ranked #3 State in U.S. for Commercial Real Estate Development

Monday, February 27, 2023

Ohio Ranked #3 State in U.S. for Commercial Real Estate Development Ohio Ranked #3 State in U.S. for Commercial Real Estate Development

Examining Development Approvals Across North America: An Analysis of Site Plan and Building Permit Review Processes

Thursday, June 15, 2023

The brief examines development approvals processes across 100 jurisdictions from 30 U.S. states and the Canadian province of Ontario, and builds on The Development Approvals Index: A New Tool to

NAIOP Minnesota | Turning the Tide: Strategies for Minnesota’s Economic Development

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How the Other Half Builds: Small-Scale Development in Tertiary Markets

Monday, December 20, 2021

This research brief draws from a survey of NAIOP members and interviews with developers in tertiary markets such as Western Michigan and Southwest Missouri to examine these differences and their

Midyear Economic Impacts of COVID-19 on the Commercial Real Estate Development Industry

The NAIOP Research Foundation commissioned Steve Fuller, Ph.D., professor emeritus at George Mason University, to undertake a study of the 2020 mid-year economy and how second quarter shocks may

The Evolution of the Warehouse: Trends in Technology, Design, Development and Delivery

Tuesday, October 13, 2020

The NAIOP Research Foundation commissioned this report to provide the real estate development community with insight into current and future trends in building and logistics technologies and their

NAIOP Minnesota | Building Smarter: Navigating Mixed Use Development in Today’s Market

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Ohio’s Budget Sets the Standard for Economic Development Success

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

From mobilizing our local chapters to substantive discussions amongst our state leaders with industry experts, NAIOP members advocated for additional funding and refined standards for proven

How Office, Industrial and Retail Development and Construction Contributed to the U.S. Economy in 2012

Thursday, October 17, 2013

This research report quantifies the economic impact of new commercial real estate development and construction in the U.S. and states for 2012, including jobs created, income generated, GDP and the

Data Center Site Selection and Development in the Age of AI

Friday, December 19, 2025

Navigating this changing market requires an integrated understanding of power infrastructure, site logistics and shifting regulatory frameworks.