LANDSTATUS CONSULTING, LLC.
Received notice that your property may not be a legal lot? Planning to buy or develop land?
We can research the property for you so you can move forward with confidence. Our goal is to help you save time and, most importantly, ensure that your purchase aligns with your needs and development objectives. We are here to provide clarity, guidance, and confidence throughout the process.
About Land Status Consulting, LLC.
Our history
I retired from the City of Austin in 2020 after serving as a Senior Planner within the Development Services Department. With more than three decades of professional experience, I subsequently founded Land Status Consulting, LLC in response to continued requests for guidance from former clients who had relied on my expertise during my tenure with the city.
Our Lives Changed — And So Did the Way We Do Business
The Development Services Department has undergone significant changes in recent years, and the impacts of COVID‑19 have transformed the way we all conduct business, creating challenges across the industry. Land Status Consulting was founded on decades of experience in land development, planning, and regulatory processes throughout Central Texas, and we provide comprehensive support in preparing Land Status Determinations to assist clients in securing Platting Exceptions. Built on a foundation of public‑sector expertise and long‑standing relationships with local jurisdictions, our firm was established to meet the growing need for clear, accurate, and reliable land status guidance. What began as a response to former clients seeking continued support has evolved into a trusted resource for property owners, developers, and real estate professionals across the region.
Our Process
Our services include submitting the project through the City’s permitting database, the ABC Portal, paying all required review fees, and managing the project through the entirety of the review process. We coordinate directly with City staff to address any questions or concerns that may arise. In addition, we assist real estate professionals by providing a Basic Land Status Report, which supports them in marketing their properties and advising clients on potential development opportunities. We prepare the application and conduct comprehensive research, including deed history, zoning, lot size, frontage requirements, and the identification of historical utility records. We also prepare a detailed Land Status Findings Report. Please let us know how we may assist you. We look forward to hearing from you.
We can be reached at
michelle@landstatus.co or adam@landstatus.co (please note: .co, not .com).
Services
Land Status Consulting is pleased to offer an expanded range of services to better support our clients throughout Texas. Our new capabilities include
Project Management
Comprehensive oversight of development‑related tasks from initiation through completion.
State of Texas Platting Exemptions
Guidance and preparation of documentation required to pursue platting exemptions under applicable state regulations.
Feasibility Studies
Evaluation of development potential, regulatory constraints, and site suitability to inform project planning and investment decisions.
Board of Adjustment Services
Coordination and preparation of materials for variance requests and related Board of Adjustment proceedings.
Expanded Research Services
In‑depth research beyond standard Land Status Determinations, tailored to complex or unique project needs.
Development Services
Support for development‑related processes in multiple jurisdictions, including the City of San Antonio and surrounding counties.
City of Austin Home 1 & Home 2 Consultations
Advisory services for residential development, permitting, and compliance.
City of Austin ETJ Removal (per SB 2038)
Assistance with the process of removing properties from the City of Austin’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction in accordance with Senate Bill 2038