Dan Ferguson Land Use and Real Estate Development Consultant

Dan Ferguson leads real estate development and land-use strategy at Black Oak Homes & Mortgages in Solvang, California. He advises buyers, investors, and builders on zoning, entitlements, and site planning for ranch, vineyard, and mixed-use properties across the Santa Ynez Valley, turning complex regulations into clear development roadmaps.

Real Estate Development Expertise

Dan helps clients move from raw land to approved project. His approach integrates feasibility studies, zoning analysis, and entitlement coordination to protect both timeline and value.

Core capabilities:

Pre-acquisition site due-diligence

Zoning and entitlement feasibility reports

Subdivision and parcel-map strategy

Infrastructure and utility coordination

County permit management and agency liaison

Budgeting and phasing for development timelines

Next step: Request a 48-hour Development Feasibility Review to confirm what can be built before you buy.

Home, Ranch, Vineyard, and Estate Development

From agricultural estates to vineyard expansions, Dan evaluates each property for best use and long-term ROI. He aligns plans with county code, water and access realities, and design intent so clients avoid costly re-work.

Typical projects include:

Vineyard expansions and tasting-room approvals

Access, grading, and erosion plans

Ag-preserve and Williamson Act analysis

CEQA coordination and consultant management

Estate build-outs and accessory dwelling planning

Next step: Ask for a Pre-Development Brief outlining costs, sequencing, and approval pathways.

Professional Background

Before focusing on real estate development, Dan managed major marketing and analytics teams in the entertainment industry. That experience in data, strategy, and cross-functional leadership now drives his structured approach to development—bridging owners, architects, contractors, and county reviewers through one coordinated process.

Approach to Projects

Dan’s method is disciplined and transparent. Every project starts with a zoning reality check, followed by a step-by-step action plan. He integrates design, finance, and regulatory milestones so decisions happen early and progress never stalls. Clients describe his work as clear, steady, and quietly relentless in solving problems.

Next step: Schedule a 15-minute project consultation to review your parcel map or concept plan.

Connect with Dan

Phone 805-538-6044
Email dan@blackoakhomeservices.com
Santa Ynez Valley, California