We help public agencies, private owners, and non-profits make better commercial real estate decisions.
Lighthouse Land Development is an economic development, public private partnership, and commercial real estate asset management advisory firm providing consulting services to public agencies, non-profits, and private sector clients. Lighthouse was founded by Shaun D. Sumner after almost 20 years of successful commercial development experience in the public sector on San Diego Bay in California’s Coastal zone.


$2.2B
Deals Negotiated
$155M
Annual Rents Managed
800+
Agreements Managed
Economic Development
Lighthouse drives economic growth and development through innovative and tailored advisory services. We build and execute plans for viable economic development through prudent real estate acquisition, management, and disposition strategies. Our expertise includes economic and financial analysis, negotiating support, market assessments, and regulatory reform.
Public Private Partnerships (P3)
Founder and CEO Shaun D. Sumner has a strong track record in structuring and closing Public Private Partnerships (P3) – particularly, long term ground leases. Lighthouse leverages Sumner’s two decades of experience to facilitate collaboration between public agencies, the private sector, and non-profits to achieve mutual goals and elevate their real estate.
CRE Asset Management
Lighthouse provides comprehensive services in commercial real estate asset management. The firm represents owners, developers, tenants, and public agencies in complex negotiations, including assistance with entitlements and permits. Lighthouse also offers strategic advice on managing your commercial real estate portfolio throughout its life cycle.