About the 2024 program:

The 2024 Development 360 program will be taught by Jeff Shanahan, Founder and CEO of Shanahan Development. The course will focus on Jeff’s newest developments: two affordable condo projects in Five Points, The Burrell and The Hattie on Welton.

About Jeff Shanahan:

Jeff Shanahan graduated from Ferris State University in 2006 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Shortly after graduating from college, Jeff moved to Denver and began working for M.E. Group Inc., a national architectural engineering firm that focuses on energy-efficient Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing design. As a project manager, Jeff was successful in managing ground–up construction projects ranging from multi-family developments to state-of-the-art high school facilities. 

In 2009, Jeff Shanahan left M.E. Group to focus on Real Estate development. Since then, Shanahan Development has entitled nearly $260M worth of multifamily, hospitality, retail, and public transit projects, which are either under construction or completed. 

About The Burrell:

These Lofts are a 49-unit permanently affordable for-sale condominium project, the second of its kind in Denver and a critical addition to a neighborhood experiencing rapid gentrification. The community is a mix of 14 one-bedroom, 27 two-bedroom and 8 three-bedroom homes. This development is a partnership between local non-profits with a mission of providing permanently affordable homeownership opportunities and Shanahan Development, a mission-minded local developer. Elevation Community Land Trust (ECLT) will own the land in perpetuity for community benefit, and the homebuyers will purchase the improvements and lease the land on a renewable 99-year land lease. All units will be sold to households targeting at 70% of the Area’s Median Income.

S I Z E | 55,000 SF | 8 floors | 49 units

VA LU E | $20 million

D E V E L O P E R / O W N E R | Shanahan Development

A R C H I T E C T | Studio Completiva

C O N T R A C T O R | Brinkmann Constructors

About The Hattie on Welton:

The Hattie on Welton is a 62-unit permanently affordable condominium project, marking a significant advancement in Denver’s historic Welton Street corridor. The community offers a diverse mix of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom homes, designed to provide stability in an area facing rapid changes. This development is the result of a collaboration between Shanahan Development and local non-profits dedicated to ensuring long-term affordable homeownership. Elevation Community Land Trust (ECLT) will maintain ownership of the land to benefit the community, while residents will purchase the homes and secure a renewable 99-year land lease. All units are reserved for households earning at 70% of the Area Median Income, aligning with the goal of fostering accessible housing solutions in a transforming neighborhood.

S I Z E | 60,000 SF | 6 floors | 62 units

VA LU E | $30 million

D E V E L O P E R / O W N E R | Shanahan Development

AR C H I T E C T | KTGY

C O N T R A C T O R | Brinkmann Constructors

View the floor plans, and learn about the amenities of The Burrell on the project’s website HERE

Development 360 Program Goals:

• In-depth and detailed sharing of best practices and pitfalls within the development process.
• Seed future understanding of fundamental development principles and practices that lead to better projects.
• Provide a collegial and non-competitive atmosphere to learn and grow within your respective fields.
• Expand professional network and build relationships with peers and senior real estate leaders.

Development 360 Participant Requirements:

• Participants must be an active ULI member
• Participants should commit to attending all sessions.
• Accepted applicants are required to submit the program fee upon invoice and before the first session date.
• Accepted applicants should keep their ULI Membership current for the duration of the program.
• Any proprietary information or industry secrets shared in this room shall not leave the room.
• The Development 360 program is participatory. With assistance from ULI staff, the Developer/ Facilitator, and the program planning committee, the group and its leadership plan content and activities at each scheduled session.
• Although this is an industry meeting among industry peers, it is educational. No overt marketing of a firm and its services is permitted. This is a place to build relationships, learn about the development process, and share best practices.

How to Apply:

Applications for Fall 2024 are now closed

Please have your ULI Membership ID, a current biography, and a letter of support from a current or former manager or a real estate professional is required. You may purchase a ULI Membership or obtain membership information by calling ULI Membership services at 1-800-321-5011 or by emailing [email protected]. Please note that non-members are still eligible to apply, though upon acceptance they will be required to join. If you are applying as a non-member, please respond with N/A in the application field that asks for membership ID. All applications are collected online. 

For any issues or questions, please email [email protected]. 

Upon acceptance to the program, there is a required program fee of $350 per person. Included with your participation is:
– All class materials (offered digitally)
– A certificate of completion at the close of the course.

Program Timeline:

• Program Kickoff & Tour: Thursday, August 27th, 4pm-6pm 
• Session 1: Tuesday, September 10th, 4pm-6pm 
• Session 2: Tuesday, September 24th, 4pm-6pm
• Session 3: Tuesday, October 8th, 4pm-6pm 
• Session 4: Tuesday, October 22nd, 4pm-6pm 
• Session 5: Tuesday, October 29th, 4pm-6pm
• Session 6 & Program Graduation Happy Hour: Tuesday, November 19th, 4pm-6pm