JON R.

FEATHERSTON
Arlington, TX 76017
817-881-8366
jrfeatherston1@yahoo.com
SUMMARY
I have over 20 years of real estate development and city planning experience managing retail, commercial, mixed-use, assisted
living and residential projects. Consistent track record of meeting all critical timelines as a Developer and Owner's
Representative. Highly skilled, innovative, and solutions-driven professional with outstanding work ethic and expertise in
delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments and maintaining optimal performance, productivity, and profitability
levels.
ATTRIBUTES AND AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Due Diligence
City Planning
Development Review
Microsoft Office Suite
Quality Assurance
Site Selection & Development

Code Research & Interpretation

Project Management
Entitlements
Problem Resolution
Leadership & Team Building
Purchase Agreement Review & Negotiation

KEY SKILLS
Excellent communication and presentation skills with capacity to interface and easily build rapport with clients, senior
management, stakeholders, city officials, neighborhood groups, and other key project members. Well established leader with
exceptional management skills and a passion for planning and executing complex projects.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Land Developer

2011 - 2015

Personally responsible for companywide development efforts, within assigned metropolitan area, empowered with
chief authority for all real estate development work.
Worked with attorneys on land and consultant contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
Worked with local municipalities and other agencies to obtain permits for, but not limited to, zoning and building.
Selected areas/sites to perform demographic reports and maps, interpreting data to determine appropriate submarkets.
Benchmarked economic activity in target markets to accurately determine demand for markets.
Directly reported obtained data, from performed research and analysis of competition, to Director of Development.
Prepared related documents and acted as liaison between Seller, Attorney(s), and Director of Development during
Letter of Intent (LOI) and Purchase & Sale (PAS) Agreement negotiation.
Orchestrated and supervised the Consultant Team (Environmental, Geo-Technical, Architect, MEP, Civil Engineer, and
Landscape Architect) in all aspects of obtaining all necessary permits & approvals for assigned projects from local
jurisdictions and other permitting agencies.
Coordinated with Municipal, County, State, Franchise Utilities, and other agencies and officials as well as any
appropriate Home Owner Association (HOA) group(s) in tandem with Zoning Attorney as needed to gain HOA support.

Entitlements Manager

LaSalle Group., Inc.

Armstrong Development Properties, Inc

2007 - 2011

Attended meetings as Owners Representative prior to and during project construction and turnover process.
Directed and expedited overall site selection and entitlement process for national retailers.
Managed consultant team as a leader, not a boss, and nurtured strong relationships with personnel.

Captained all phases of entitlement process; zoning clearance, platting, site plan, special exception, variance, etc
Successfully entitled more than 30 CVS Pharmacies and other commercial projects.
Played pivotal role in TX Regional Office; exceeded budgeted revenue two years in a row by $1M$1.5M.
Led entitlements process for the initial Tulsa, OK CVS Pharmacy project; opened store 3 months ahead of schedule and
remained 20% under budget.
Collaborated with TX State Senators Office, House of Representatives and Traffic Engineer/Consultant to obtain
approval for driveway permit by TX Department of Transportation (TXDOT) after initial denial.

Senior Planner

City of Rowlett, TX

2000 - 2007

Served as a Project Manager, reviewed, processed and managed projects, from conception to completion.
Lead and directed diverse residential and commercial projects through review, approval, and construction process.
Managed the development process including review of site design for compliance with ordinance and other city
requirements.
Responsible for the supervision of a 4 member team; monitored and evaluated performance.
Partnered with engineering team in an effort create solutions for on-site development issues.
Scheduled pre-application and Development Review Committee (DRC) meetings and all phases.
Introduced and managed project portfolio including two big box projects and other key redevelopment and economic
development projects.
Made presentations to Planning and Zoning Commission and established and maintained high level of credibility with
planning and zoning officials and city council members.

Planner

City of Plano, TX

1994 - 2000

Promoted from Planning Technician to Planner in 1996 based on high levels of performance and proven abilities in
quality assurance and leadership within current planning division.

Participated in development review and approval process of 150+ annual planning and zoning projects.
Championed creation, approval, and adoption of new retirement housing ordinance encompassing full continuum of
care from independent living to long-term care.

Prepared and presented staff reports to Planning and Zoning Commission for necessary development plan cases
requiring regulatory approvals.

Served as Project Manager; coordinated development review and approval for commercial planning projects including
Central Market Shopping Center, Polo Towne Crossing Super Target Shopping Center, Sams Wholesale Club, Academy
Sporting Goods, Huffines Dodge/Chrysler Dealership, Kohls Department Store, Best Buy, and Shops at Legacy.
Led planning for logistics and construction of Medical Center of Plano expansion project.
EDUCATION
BS in Urban Studies, Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX
Professional Development: Plat and Subdivision Law, Dynamic Leadership Training, Total Quality Management Program
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

American Planning Association (APA)