The lectures give a theoretical framework for land development while a project highlights various implementation issues from a practical viewpoint. The lectures defines land development and identifies the actors involved in the private and public sectors. Key activities covered are linked to plans and permit system, building of infrastructure (such as streets, sewage systems, etc.) and land acquisition, which normally are parts of a development process. It also describes how coordination actors and activities vary depending on the plan process, legislation and land ownership.
The project analyze a development project on the basis of the legislation on planning, land acquisition, financing of infrastructure and so-called development agreements between the municipality and the developer. The analysis should also be made based on economic and other conditions.