Shepard's Landing Aviation Community Development
Lake Suzy, DeSoto County, Florida • 119.70 Acres • $27.7M Total Project Cost
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Disclaimer: These projections are based on a conservative 22.4% IRR and $83.1M net profit estimate. Actual returns may vary based on market conditions, development timeline, and sales performance. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Please consult with your financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Shepard's Landing represents a once-in-a-generation convergence of motivated sellers, de-risked execution, and explosive market demand. This is not speculative development—it's a shovel-ready project with 80% design complete, signed LOIs on all parcels, pre-sales validation, and a strategic partnership with Pilatus Aircraft providing access to 1,700+ high-net-worth buyers globally.
119.70-acre property positioned in Florida's fastest-growing aviation corridor. Land acquisition at $10.8M ($90K/acre) represents significant value compared to developed aviation communities trading at $150K-$250K per unit.
Create 98 residential lots with 31 aircraft hangars and a 3,800-foot private runway. Strategic partnership with Pilatus Aircraft provides access to 1,700+ high-net-worth PC-12 and PC-24 owners, creating a built-in buyer pipeline.
Aircraft ownership grew 23% (2019-2024) while only 600 fly-in communities exist nationwide with 5-10 year waitlists. Florida leads with 7,800+ registered aircraft in Southwest region alone, 300+ flyable days annually, and no state income tax attracting high-net-worth relocations.
80% design complete with signed LOIs on all 4 parcels. 17 hangar homes on the runway are shovel-ready within 6 months of closing. Non-FAA private airstrip saves $1M+ in regulatory costs while maintaining operational flexibility.
Florida leads the nation in general aviation activity with 7,800+ registered aircraft in Southwest Florida alone. The state offers 300+ flyable days annually, no state income tax, and aggressive high-net-worth population growth (+1.9% vs. 0.5% national average).
Shepard's Landing targets the underserved mid-luxury segment ($850K-$1.8M) with no comparable developments in the immediate market.
Every $1 spent in aviation generates $2.80 in regional economic activity (FAA study)
Total measurable social value created over 20 years
Dedicated 2-acre space honoring military service with monthly fly-in events and partnership with VFW Post 5690 (420 members)
Community healing spaces reduce PTSD symptoms by 18-25% (Journal of Environmental Psychology)
Partnership with Charlotte Technical College providing internships, scholarships, and career pathways
Florida has 12,000 unfilled aviation jobs at $68K median (vs. $41K county median)
Top quartile ESG score for real estate developments positions Shepard's Landing for ESG-focused investment funds seeking market-rate returns with measurable social impact.
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Finalize permits • 80% design complete accelerates timeline • Community support ensures smooth approval
Runway completion • Utilities • Roads • First 40 lots prepared • Pre-sales begin
Hangar homes Tier 1 & 2 • Clubhouse • Restaurant • FBO • Model homes open
Tier 3 luxury homes • Condominiums • Veterans Memorial Park • Community fully operational
Land acquisition + Phase 1 infrastructure • Additional development capital via construction financing
Qualified investors • Preferred equity structure • Quarterly distributions begin Year 2
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