MICHAEL LAUER PLANNING, LLC
MELBOURNE BEACH, FLORIDA

Michael Lauer Planning, LLC is a seasoned strategic planning and consulting firm founded by Michael Lauer, AICP. With more than three decades under his belt in guiding local governments across the U.S., Mr. Lauer has deep expertise in managing growth for both bustling cities and quaint rural towns. His impressive career includes spearheading numerous award-winning projects that have shaped urban and agricultural planning, such as comprehensive plans development, preservation of farmlands, reimagining redevelopment strategies, concurrency management, and specialized development guidelines. Michael started building his wealth of knowledge when he served as a Principal and cofounder at Planning Works from 2000 to 2015. Before that, in the '90s, he was the Director of Planning for Freilich, Leitner & Carlisle, an accomplished law firm focused on planning services. His insights into what makes great community growth strategies succeeded or stumble were sharpened during these years. His early career also took him to Georgetown, Texas. It was there that he helped develop a pioneering GIS-based infrastructure capacity program associated with a lauded plan. Fast forward to December 21, 2015, and Michael Lauer Planning, LLC officially began operations from Melbourne Beach, Florida. This firm is known for designing comprehensive plans that actively involve stakeholders in community development discussions, ensuring the future of their hometowns aligns with collective visions. They excel at implementing strategic zoning regulations, subdivision guidelines, design standards, and other tools that help manage growth effectively. Moreover, by crafting and maintaining development code specific to each community, they empower residents to preserve the character and functionality of their neighborhood while encouraging sustainable progress. Michael Lauer Planning is formally incorporated as a Florida Limited Liability Company with file number L15000211370 and remains in good standing under recent reinstatement on October 1, 2017. Michael Lauer and Lucy S. Lauer lead the firm, which prides itself on being proactive and transparent about its operations. Stay informed on their latest projects and insights by reaching out to them at (816) 516-7094 or visiting www.michaellauerplanning.com.