Qtative Expands Expertise to Optimize Land Development & Entitlements
Qtative is proud to announce its continued growth with the addition of Tim Kihm and his team of nine experienced professionals, who will work alongside Scott Emery, Thomas Rubio, and Andrew Han. This expansion strengthens Qtative’s ability to deliver strategic, full-scale land solutions from entitlements through construction oversight and development execution.
Tim Kihm, previously President & CEO of TK Consulting, brings over 35 years of expertise in real estate project management, entitlements, permitting, and strategic planning. He has led complex entitlement approvals at the local, state, and federal levels and is known for successfully navigating environmental, regulatory, and community outreach challenges.
"Access to deeper market intelligence and industry relationships strengthens our ability to deliver seamless entitlement and development solutions," says Kihm. "By working within a platform that connects land expertise across advisory, entitlement, and transaction strategy, we can provide clients with a more comprehensive approach—ensuring every stage of a project is guided by trusted partners who understand the business inside and out."
Qtative has been a trusted partner in navigating and expediting regulatory approvals, mitigating entitlement risks, and managing construction and grading analysis to optimize land development strategies. “This expansion elevates Qtative's ability to deliver comprehensive solutions for landowners and developers. We’ve built a powerhouse team with the expertise to seamlessly navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape, ensuring projects proceed with optimal efficiency,” says Scott Emery.
Comprehensive Land Advisory Services
Qtative provides a full-spectrum approach to land development, integrating entitlement processing, feasibility analysis, environmental compliance, and project execution to streamline approvals and mitigate risks.
Our services include:
Land Use Entitlements & Strategic Planning – Navigating local, state, and federal regulations to secure approvals efficiently.
Due Diligence & Disposition Analysis – Identifying project opportunities and constraints to optimize entitlement and development potential.
Construction Management – Overseeing key development milestones to ensure seamless execution.
Asset Management – Providing long-term strategic guidance for land investments and development projects.
Grading Analysis – Ensuring projects are properly planned and executed to optimize site functionality.
Environmental & Water Resources – Managing regulatory compliance, water planning, and sustainability strategies.
By integrating these services, Qtative ensures a streamlined path from raw land through entitlements, development, and site readiness.
Market Insights: Navigating an Evolving Landscape
The land and housing industry is facing significant legislative and regulatory shifts, making expert guidance more critical than ever. Since 2019, over 100 new housing bills have been signed into law, reshaping entitlement processes and increasing complexity for developers. Qtative helps their clients understand how to apply housing legislation in order to optimize the project design and expedite the agency approvals.
With California projected to need 4 million new housing units over the next 7–8 years, the demand for well-executed entitlement and development strategies has never been higher. Qtative stays at the forefront of these changes, helping clients proactively address regulatory hurdles and capitalize on new opportunities.
Beyond working with developers, Qtative also supports public agencies in understanding and implementing housing policies, ensuring projects align with evolving regulations.
A Stronger Platform for Success
With this expansion, Qtative continues to evolve alongside the needs of the industry, providing strategic insight and execution to support successful land development. Our full service, integrated approach ensures projects move efficiently from raw land through entitlements, grading, and development execution while adapting to an increasingly complex regulatory landscape.
As a Land Advisors Organization affiliate, Qtative offers a unique advantage—integrating technical expertise with Land Advisors’ industry-leading market intelligence, relationships, and deal flow. This strategic alignment bridges the gap between land strategy, entitlement execution, and long-term development success.
We look forward to continuing to deliver exceptional solutions with an even stronger team. If you’re exploring a new land opportunity, preparing entitlements, or navigating a complex development process, Qtative is here to help.
Let’s discuss how our expanded capabilities can support your goals.