Bellefontaine and Logan County are positioned along the US-33 Smart Mobility Corridor, a testing ground for autonomous and connected vehicle technologies stretching from Dublin to East Liberty. The county serves as home to the Transportation Research Center (TRC), the largest independent automotive proving ground in the United States, where manufacturers test vehicles ranging from passenger cars to military equipment.
The Logan County Chamber of Commerce and Logan County Land Bank work to attract and retain business investment. The region benefits from proximity to Honda's Ohio manufacturing complex and the broader automotive supply chain concentrated along US-33. Traditional employers in manufacturing, healthcare, and agriculture provide economic stability while autonomous vehicle technology creates emerging opportunities for specialized facility development.
Whether you're developing facilities to serve the automotive testing industry, expanding manufacturing operations along the Smart Mobility Corridor, or constructing commercial property for the regional economy, Bellefontaine projects benefit from experienced oversight. An independent Owner's Representative ensures that specialized project requirements don't compromise your budget and timeline.
Every construction project involves three core parties: the Architect, focused on design and code compliance; the General Contractor, focused on means, methods, and their own profitability; and the Owner, who funds everything but often lacks the technical expertise to protect their investment. This creates what we call the Leadership Vacuum, where no one is truly accountable for the owner's budget and schedule.
DeVore Consulting fills this vacuum. We work exclusively for you, never holding trade contracts or self-performing work. Our role is to translate your business objectives into construction outcomes, providing a single point of accountability from pre-design through project closeout.
We bring disciplined methodology to manufacturing and commercial projects in Logan County.
Automotive and testing facilities demand precise budget control. We verify that pay applications reflect work actually completed, analyze change orders, and model the financial impact of decisions before they're made.
Projects in the $500K to $50M range are our specialty. These are often too complex for business owners to oversee part-time but may not attract attention from Columbus-focused firms.
We never build; we only manage. This means our advice is never influenced by a desire to self-perform work or protect a margin.
We support the project types driving Logan County's automotive and agricultural economy:
Specialized facilities supporting TRC and the autonomous vehicle testing industry.
Supplier and component manufacturing serving the automotive sector along US-33.
New construction serving the regional economy and workforce.
Facilities supporting Logan County's agricultural sector and related industries.
We serve the US-33 corridor including Marysville, Urbana, and Sidney in Western Ohio.
The greatest value we provide comes from early engagement, before you've committed to a property or finalized designs. Our Fatal Flaw Analysis investigates infrastructure capacity, specialized facility requirements, and site conditions while there's still time to negotiate or walk away.
If your Bellefontaine project is already underway and facing challenges, we can help stabilize the situation through rigorous change order review and contractor accountability. But prevention is always more cost-effective than cure.
Schedule a consultation to ensure your Bellefontaine project starts on solid footing.
We provide comprehensive project oversight for business owners and developers who need expert guidance through the construction process. With 20+ years overseeing the design and construction of residential and commercial, we know where problems hide and how to prevent them.
These FAQs are a starting point, but your project has specific goals, risks, and financial stakes. My role is to be your trusted guide.I protect your time and money by simplifying the process, providing experienced oversight, and preventing costly mistakes before they happen.
Bellefontaine was classified as an Opportunity Zone in 2018, with 1.3 square miles designated as a Qualified Opportunity Zone. This designation encourages long-term investments with potential tax benefits. We help clients understand program requirements and ensure construction projects qualify for available incentives.
The 33 Smart Corridor is a 35-mile on-road testing environment for autonomous and connected vehicles along US-33 between Columbus and Bellefontaine. This positions the area for technology and automotive innovation development. We help clients position projects to serve emerging mobility technology sectors with appropriate facility specifications.
Absolutely. While we add the most value by being involved from pre-construction through closeout , we can tailor our services to your specific needs. We are often brought in just for pre-construction planning, to help with contractor selection, or to get a troubled project that's already underway back on track.
Yes. While some firms only focus on large institutional projects, we specialize in guiding small business owners and first-time developers. The need for an owner's rep depends more on your project's complexity than its size. A complex $2M restaurant renovation often has more risk than a simple $5M warehouse. We can help you assess if professional oversight makes financial sense for your specific project .
Yes. An owner's rep with a strong financial background is invaluable here. With an MBA in Real Estate Finance, we help you prepare the realistic, bank-ready documents lenders need to see. We create defensible pro formas, validate construction budgets, and manage the loan draw process, which builds essential trust and credibility with your lender.
Of course. We'll provide you with all the free advice you can handle. But to get started formally, we'll have to make sure our services align with you needs. We'll get to know your project aspirations and put together a proposal. Until we have an agreement no payment is expected.
Yes. Our service doesn't end when the contractor hands over the keys. Our "Phase 4: Closeout" process includes comprehensive warranty management and post-occupancy support to ensure your building functions as intended. We ensure all final documentation and manuals are collected, which is the foundation for your long-term facility management.
Depending on scope, fees typically range from 0.5% to 1% of the total construction cost, depending on the project's complexity, timeline, and the specific scope of services you need . Studies have shown this investment typically saves clients 3-5% on total construction costs through rigorous contractor management, change order review, and problem prevention, meaning the service more than pays for itself.
This information goes to a real human being. Its a great way to learn more and start the conversation without any obligation. We will never provide your personal or contact information to a 3rd party.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur.
Block quote
Ordered list
Unordered list
Bold text
Emphasis
Superscript
Subscript
