ABOUT US
Smart Policy Reform for Stronger Georgia Communities
The Georgia Residential Land Development Council unites industry leaders to advocate for housing policies that drive growth, affordability, and sustainable development.
GRLDC brings together Georgia’s most respected homebuilding and development companies, from local family businesses to national industry leaders. Our members represent billions of dollars in annual construction activity and thousands of homes delivered to Georgia families each year. We are developers, builders, contractors, and industry professionals who understand the complexities of bringing homes to market. More importantly, we understand the regulatory barriers that prevent Georgians from accessing affordable housing.
Our Vision
Through strategic legislative advocacy and policy initiatives, we’re working to ensure every Georgian family has access to quality, affordable housing.
Our Mission
The Georgia Residential Land Development Council represents the state’s leading homebuilding and development companies, including some of the largest builders in the nation.
Our Four Strategic Pillars
Market Solutions
Providing resources and programs to inform leaders and communities about housing issues.
Industry Unity
Supporting workforce training to strengthen Georgia’s housing and construction industries.
Housing Access
Delivering data and insights to guide better housing and development decisions.
Legislative Action
Working with partners to create stronger, more inclusive communities across Georgia.
Directors
Board of Directors
Jay Knight
Legislative Affairs & Policy Development
Industry veteran since 1978 with extensive experience across all aspects of homebuilding. From framed homes to on-site sales, real estate brokerage to land acquisition and sales management. Currently manages Templar Development with family partners including Perry Knight, Scott Knight, Chris Knight, and Amanda Knight Statham
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Chris Knight
Land Development & Construction
Land Developer, Home Builder, and General Contractor involved in building over 10,000 new homes across the Southeast. Operations span Georgia, Alabama, and Florida markets with extensive experience in large-scale residential development. His hands-on experience with regulatory challenges provides crucial insights for GRLDC’s legislative initiatives.
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Neil Koelbl
Homebuilding & Community Development
President of Liberty Communities, a homebuilding company focused on delivering exceptional value in the most desired areas across Georgia, South Carolina, and Alabama. Under his leadership, Liberty Communities has built a strong reputation for quality construction and customer satisfaction.
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Brent Scarbrough
Heavy Civil Construction & Site Development
Owner of 100% Employee Owned Full Turn Key Heavy Civil Site Contractor serving commercial, industrial, residential, and specialty markets. His company provides comprehensive services including demolition, clearing, mass grading, and underground utilities installation. The employee ownership model reflects his commitment to empowering his workforce.
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Richard Ferry
Land Development & Municipal Planning
Land Development Manager with extensive municipal planning background. Previously served as City Manager of Senoia, GA for over 11 years and Manager at Municipal Planning Solutions. This unique combination of public and private sector experience makes him an invaluable bridge between GRLDC’s advocacy efforts and municipal decision-makers.
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Jim Chapman
Build-to-Rent Development & Construction
Owner of Georgia-based development and construction firm specializing in the rapidly growing Build-to-Rent (BTR) asset class. His team brings over 270 years of collective knowledge to every project. Having successfully built over 3,500 homes including 10 BTR communities totaling over 3,800 lots, Jim is currently developing 11 additional BTR communities.
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Frank Schuler
Legislative Affairs & Federal Relations
Twenty-five years of owner/operator experience in the residential, industrial, and land entitlement and development space. Significant Federal and State legislative affairs experience serving within and outside of Government.
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