From Raw Land
to Realized Value

Foundry West Group acquires, entitles, and develops land across Nevada — transforming opportunity into enduring built environments.

500+
Acres Developed
12+
Active Markets
25+
Years Experience
About Foundry West Group

Shaping the Western Landscape

Foundry West Group is a full-service land development company operating across Nevada. We bring together expertise in acquisition, entitlement, engineering, and finance to deliver complex land projects from inception through close — on time and with precision.


We don't speculate. We execute. Every project is grounded in rigorous due diligence, deep market knowledge, and a commitment to responsible, enduring development.

Deep Local Market Knowledge
Decades of relationships with municipal agencies, landowners, and regional partners across the Western U.S. give us an edge from day one.
Full-Cycle Expertise
We manage every phase — acquisition, entitlement, engineering, infrastructure, and disposition — under one roof.
Capital Discipline
Rigorous underwriting and phased capital deployment protect our partners and maximize risk-adjusted returns across every project.
Stakeholder-First Development
We work closely with communities, municipalities, and neighbors to ensure our projects strengthen the places they become part of.
What We Do

Core Services

A complete suite of land development capabilities — delivered with precision and accountability at every phase.

01

Land Acquisition

We identify and secure high-potential land assets — from raw parcels to entitled positions — through proprietary sourcing and disciplined underwriting.

  • Off-market sourcing & deal origination
  • Site selection & feasibility analysis
  • Due diligence coordination
  • Purchase negotiation & contract structuring
  • Option & phased acquisition strategies
02

Entitlement & Permitting

Navigating regulatory processes is one of the most complex and value-creating phases in land development. We manage it from start to finish.

  • General plan amendments & rezoning
  • Subdivision map processing
  • Environmental review (CEQA/NEPA)
  • Agency coordination & public hearings
  • Development agreement negotiation
03

Engineering & Design

Sound civil engineering and site design are the foundation of every successful project. We coordinate and manage the full technical design process.

  • Conceptual & preliminary site planning
  • Civil engineering coordination
  • Grading, drainage & utility design
  • Infrastructure & road design
  • Lot development standards
04

Infrastructure Development

We finance, design, and manage the construction of horizontal infrastructure that makes land buildable and valuable.

  • Roads, grading & earthwork oversight
  • Water, sewer & dry utility installation
  • Storm drainage & retention systems
  • CFD & assessment district formation
  • Backbone infrastructure delivery
05

Land Sales & Disposition

We maximize land value through strategic positioning, homebuilder relationships, and structured disposition programs.

  • Builder takedown negotiations
  • Finished lot & pad sales
  • Land banking & seller financing
  • Bulk sale & portfolio disposition
  • Market positioning & pricing strategy
06

Project Finance & Capital

We structure and manage the capital stack for land projects — connecting landowners, investors, and lenders around sound development finance.

  • Equity & debt capital sourcing
  • Joint venture structuring
  • Landowner partnership programs
  • Construction & acquisition lending
  • Investor reporting & asset management
Development Sectors

Land Types We Develop

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Residential
Master-planned communities, single-family subdivisions, and attached housing pads across growth corridors.
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Industrial & Logistics
Shovel-ready industrial parcels serving last-mile, distribution, and manufacturing demand.
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Mixed-Use & Commercial
Retail pads, mixed-use infill, and commercial sites in high-traffic, transit-adjacent locations.
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Agricultural Conversion
Strategic repositioning of agricultural land through entitlement into higher-and-better-use development.
How We Work

Our Development Process

A disciplined, five-phase process designed to move land from raw potential to realized value — with accountability at every step.

1
Identify
Sourcing, screening, and underwriting land opportunities with strong development fundamentals.
2
Acquire
Structured purchase, option, or partnership — negotiated to protect capital and align interests.
3
Entitle
Navigate approvals, environmental review, and agency coordination to unlock full land value.
4
Develop
Design and deliver infrastructure — turning entitled land into finished, market-ready parcels.
5
Deliver
Strategic disposition to homebuilders, commercial developers, or investment partners at peak value.
Our People

Leadership Team

Decades of combined experience in land acquisition, development, and construction — grounded in Nevada's market.

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Kelly Gaines
Chief Executive Officer

Kelly leads Foundry West Group's vision, strategy, and growth — bringing deep expertise in land development, deal structuring, and market positioning across Nevada's most active corridors.

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Scott Burdette
VP of Construction Operations

Scott oversees all construction operations, infrastructure delivery, and contractor relationships — ensuring every project is executed on schedule, on budget, and to the highest standard.

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Jeff Gooch
VP of Land Development

Jeff drives land acquisition, entitlement strategy, and agency relationships — translating raw land opportunity into entitled, development-ready assets across Nevada's growth markets.

Get In Touch

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Whether you're a landowner exploring your options, a builder seeking entitled lots, or an investor looking for disciplined land exposure — we'd like to hear from you.

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