Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Real Estate Development Solutions in Metairie, LA
Dorsey Development is an integrated commercial real estate development and construction company headquartered in New Orleans, serving the Gulf South region. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in delivering single-tenant net lease properties, quick-service restaurant (QSR) developments, and retail shopping centers for national retailers. Our vertically integrated model allows us to control projects from site selection through construction, ensuring quality and timely delivery. We have completed over 450 BTS projects and 230 QSR developments, leveraging local market expertise and strong entitlement relationships.Our team includes professionals with decades of combined real estate experience, including attorneys, MBAs, and construction experts. We prioritize client relationships, flexibility, and innovative solutions to meet tenant needs, even in complex markets. Our financial strength enables simultaneous multi-market project execution, supported by dedicated teams focused on client pipelines. We measure success through client satisfaction and community impact, actively contributing to local and national charitable organizations.
Services
Build-to-Suit Development
QSR Development
Retail Real Estate
Shopping Center Redevelopment
Site Selection
Entitlement Services
Construction Management
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in Gulf South retail real estate development
- Our vertically integrated model ensures full project control from start to finish
- We maintain long-term relationships with national tenants like Dollar General
- Our legal and entitlement expertise navigates complex permitting processes
- We provide flexible solutions for BTS, reverse BTS, and ground lease structures
Services
Build-to-Suit Development
Our Build-to-Suit program delivers tailored commercial properties for national retailers. We manage complete project lifecycles including site selection, entitlements, and construction. Clients benefit from our single-point accountability and proven track record of over 450 completed projects.
QSR Development
We specialize in quick-service restaurant developments with expertise in brand-specific requirements. Our services include site feasibility analysis, permitting, and construction management. We've completed over 230 QSR projects for major national chains across multiple states.
Retail Real Estate
Our retail expertise covers ground-up developments and second-generation redevelopments. We handle tenant procurement, lease negotiations, and property management for shopping centers. Our portfolio includes 19 regional centers across the Gulf Coast region.
Shopping Center Redevelopment
We transform underperforming retail properties through strategic redevelopments. Services include architectural upgrades, tenant repositioning, and infrastructure improvements. Recent projects have revitalized over 200,000 square feet of retail space in Louisiana markets.
Site Selection
Our local market expertise guides optimal site identification for commercial developments. We provide demographic analysis, zoning verification, and competitive market assessments to ensure maximum return on investment for retail clients.
People
G. Paul Dorsey, III
Managing Principal
With over 20 years in retail real estate, Paul has developed 1.5 million square feet including 100+ Dollar General locations. He holds MBA and JD degrees from Tulane University and leads strategic vision for the company.
John E. Wood, III
Vice President of Real Estate
Jay brings 30 years of commercial real estate experience managing 300+ build-to-suit projects. He specializes in site selection and lease negotiations while holding ICSC designations as Certified Retail Property Specialist.
Caffrey F. Favrot
Vice President of Development
Caffrey oversees QSR development with prior McDonald's Corporation experience. He manages new tenant relationships and has developed 900,000 square feet of restaurant space across 13 states while serving on industry boards.
Gregory S. Bivin
Director Permit and Entitlement Division
Greg leads entitlement processes with decade-long government planning experience. He previously managed Baton Rouge's commercial development reviews and holds landscape architecture credentials from LSU.
Ashton Dorsey
VP of Real Estate
Ashton manages 19 shopping centers and handles lease administration. With an LSU business degree and Loyola MBA, he coordinates tenant procurement and QSR site selection while overseeing Gulf Coast property portfolios.
Questions
What types of commercial real estate projects does Dorsey Development Development specialize in?
We specialize in single-tenant net lease developments, quick-service restaurant (QSR) projects, retail shopping centers, and ground-up commercial construction across the Gulf South region.
How does Dorsey Development Development handle complex entitlement processes?
Our team includes legal experts with government experience who navigate permitting challenges, leveraging strong relationships with local jurisdictions to ensure timely project approvals.
Can Dorsey Development work with existing franchise development plans?
Yes, we adapt to client-specific processes including BTS, reverse BTS, and ground lease structures while maintaining flexibility to meet franchisees' unique development requirements.
What markets does Dorsey Development Development currently serve?
We primarily operate in the Gulf South region including Louisiana, Texas, Alabama, and Florida, with proven success in both urban and suburban development projects.
How does Dorsey Development ensure project quality and timely delivery?
As both developer and general contractor, we maintain full control over projects from start to finish, with dedicated teams ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines.
