ERA advises public agencies, private firms and not-for-profit institutions throughout the United States and the world about the intricacies of urban planning economics, project feasibility, public-private partnerships, and community development strategies. We understand the public sector’s policy objectives, the private sector’s economic imperatives, and the inherently public decision-making process.
ERA provides expertise in downtowns, transportation, tourism, parks, public facilities, impact analysis, development policy, public-private partnerships, and community revitalization.
Downtown Works, a special practice group of ERA, provides strategic planning advice with proven retail revitalization programs that are specific to the market potential and unique character of each downtown.
We advise a diverse array of tourism clients including economic development agencies, heritage areas, cultural attractions, state and regional parks, commercial attractions, visitor centers, and destination resorts. Our strength lies in our ability to combine strategic tourism planning with a comprehensive knowledge of attractions that range from historic sites to major commercial venues in both urban and rural locations.
Advisory services related to public-private partnerships are one of our core competencies. We help clients evaluate the economic implications of alternative development approaches, negotiate and structure innovative agreements, and create achievable plans that add value to both the private and public sectors.
Services
Market Analysis
Financial Feasibility
Impacts Analysis
Development Programming
Community Redevelopment Strategies
Master Plan Development
Base Closure and Reuse Planning
Developer Recruitment
Financing Strategy
Tax Revenue Forecasts
Community Outreach
Retail Recruitment Strategy