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We’re excited to welcome Caelyn Smith to EPD Solutions as a Project Coordinator for the CEQA team.

Caelyn is a 2023 graduate of Claremont McKenna College, where she earned her degree in Environmental Analysis, Economics, and Politics, and she recently completed a ...
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Join Konnie Dobreva, JD, VP of Environmental Planning at EPD Solutions, for the AEP CEQA Essentials Workshop.

Konnie will be covering CEQA fundamentals, practical guidance, and real-world insights. 🔹 Ideal for consultants, regulators, applicants, and industry professionals 🔹 Covers CEQA basics through intermediate-level application ...
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Battery Energy Storage Systems are no longer just an energy solution—they’re a land-use issue.

As power demand rises and grid reliability becomes a concern, battery storage is becoming a key consideration in development, zoning, and impacts on the environment. What ...
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Happy Holidays!

This time of year reminds us how grateful we are for our partners, our clients, our team, and the communities we serve. In keeping with ...
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Dane Palanjian has played a critical role in shaping EPD projects.

From industrial logistics centers spanning over 20 MM square feet to residential units, his work touches nearly every stage of the development life cycle. Dane’s ...
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Housing Policy and Laws: Are You Ready for 2026

Recent years have added: • Stronger state-level housing mandates • Local implementation rules • CEQA, zoning, density bonus, and affordability streamlining and overlays Laws that are ...
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Welcome to the Team, Alexis Brito!

Alexis brings a strong background in environmental and urban planning, with experience across both public-sector and federal planning environments. Most recently, he served as an ...
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Welcome Michael Torres as our newest Transportation Engineer!

Michael graduated from UC Irvine in 2019 and brings to EPD transportation planning and engineering experience throughout Southern California. His work with private developers, municipalities, ...
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Supporting Industrial Development in California’s Central Valley Through Strategic CEQA & Entitlement Leadership

Situated along Interstate 5 in California’s Central Valley, the West Commerce Park project offers direct access to statewide freight routes and one-day delivery to major ...
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The California landscape for infill and workforce housing continues to evolve.

The conversation at the People for Housing – Orange County Fall Forum discussion reinforced what we see every day: there are more pathways to deliver ...
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Our team is looking for a Project Manager who will play an integral role in driving excellence and innovation.

The ideal candidate is a natural leader who thrives in complex environments — someone who understands every stage of project management, from concept through completion. ...
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A major milestone for one of Southern California’s most innovative recreation projects. 

We’re thrilled to share that the Snug Harbor Surf Park project has been unanimously approved by the Newport Beach City Council, marking a major milestone ...
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