Mr. Lancaster manages projects through the entitlement process and through permitting.  This process consists of creating conceptual designs, coordinating with engineers and working with local governments from the application phase through final approvals.  Prior to joining Southern Development, Mr. Lancaster worked within the Division of Zoning and Current Development for Albemarle County.  He has a bachelor’s degree from Colorado State University – Pueblo.  Mr. Lancaster has served on the Rivanna River Basin Commission for the City of Charlottesville and is the recipient of the Virginia Certified Planning Commission program and the Virginia Certified Board of Zoning Appeals program.  He lives in Albemarle County with his wife, Kristy, and their two children, Anna and Jack.