A Builder’s Guide to Navigating the Built-for-Rent Boom
Wednesday, February 18 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM
OCCC - West 240C
What It's About
As market demands shift and investor interest in rental housing increases, single family home builders are increasingly eyeing Build-for-Rent (BFR) as a strategic path for growth. This engaging panel discussion brings together a seasoned land planner, contractor and developer, to demystify the BFR model and help builders understand how it differs from traditional single family for-sale or multifamily development. Learn what’s driving the move to BFR, how to design and plan successful communities and what challenges to anticipate along the way. Whether you're a builder looking to diversify or a multifamily developer exploring new territory, leave with a clear roadmap for entering and succeeding in this fast-growing sector.
What You’ll Learn
- Discover the operational shifts required to deliver rental communities at scale, from standardized designs to operations.
- Understand how zoning and entitlements differ for BFR communities and proven strategies to engage municipalities to mitigate pushback and win approvals.
- Explore strategic design approaches to maximize onsite maintenance and leasing operations for the successful long-term performance of BTR communities.
How to Attend
Participants must be registered for an Expo + Education pass. Seating for sessions will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
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