Land Use Planning Consultants

Solutions in the Land helps landowners, farmers, and agricultural stakeholders make informed land use decisions through practical planning, environmental review, and long-term stewardship strategies. From farm transitions to conservation-focused planning, our consultants align land potential, regulatory considerations, and economic goals into clear, site-specific recommendations that support sustainable outcomes.

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Our Land Use Planning Services

Strategic planning services that balance land productivity, stewardship goals, compliance needs, and long-term operational viability.

Farm Planning

Whole-system farm planning evaluates land history, assets, constraints, and opportunities to create practical recommendations for revenue, stewardship, and long-term land use decisions.

Site Assessments

Environmental site assessments identify existing conditions, regulatory considerations, and improvement opportunities so landowners can move forward with clearer, lower-risk planning decisions.

Food System Planning

Food system planning supports regional and market-driven land use strategies that strengthen supply chains, improve land productivity, and connect agricultural operations to viable demand.

Succession Planning

Succession planning helps landowners prepare for ownership or management transitions while protecting land value, operational continuity, and long-term stewardship priorities.

Planning Charrettes

Collaborative planning charrettes bring stakeholders together to solve complex land use challenges, align priorities, and build actionable strategies for implementation.

Lease Advisory

Farm lease advisory supports land use decisions with structure recommendations, conservation provisions, and negotiation guidance that better align landowner and operator goals.

Site-Specific Strategy

Planning That Connects Land And Purpose

Effective land use planning turns competing priorities into a workable path forward. Solutions in the Land helps clients evaluate land capability, environmental constraints, operational goals, and long-term opportunities so decisions are grounded in both stewardship and economics. Whether you are planning for active production, conservation, transition, or mixed use, our consulting approach is tailored to the realities of each property and stakeholder group.

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The Solutions in the Land Difference

Why Choose Solutions in the Land?

Clients rely on our team for practical guidance that connects land stewardship with workable outcomes.

Specialized Expertise

Our team combines agronomy, food systems, and land planning knowledge for more informed recommendations.

Site-Specific

Every plan is tailored to the property’s conditions, constraints, opportunities, and stakeholder priorities.

Measurable Outcomes

We focus on practical strategies that reduce risk, improve land performance, and support long-term resilience.

Collaborative Approach

We work with landowners, farmers, and advisors to align planning decisions across competing interests.

Meet Our Planning Team

Experienced advisors focused on land, stewardship, and strategy.

Portrait of Ron Doetch, Managing Partner and Agronomist at Solutions in the Land

Ron Doetch

Managing Partner & Agronomist

Ron Doetch is a Managing Partner and Agronomist at Solutions in the Land, a regenerative agriculture consulting firm headquartered in Kenosha, WI. With an entire career dedicated to food systems, Ron has developed deep expertise in organic, sustainable, and restorative agriculture practices. As a co-founder of the company, he collaborated with landscape architect Jim Patchett to integrate urban and rural agricultural designs that address food access, food waste, and environmental stewardship. Ron leads whole-system farm planning initiatives and organic transition consulting, helping landowners and farmers achieve both economic resilience and ecological sustainability. His site-specific, market-driven approach ensures measurable outcomes for every client he serves.

Portrait of Allen Williams, Grazing and Soil Consultant at Solutions in the Land

Allen Williams

Grazing & Soil Consultant

Allen Williams serves as a Grazing and Soil Consultant at Solutions in the Land, bringing a uniquely personal perspective to regenerative agriculture as a sixth-generation farmer. His extensive hands-on experience has made him a recognized expert in soil health, adaptive multi-paddock grazing, and pasture-based meat production. Allen works closely with landowners and farmers to design grazing systems that restore soil vitality, improve watershed health, and increase farm profitability. His deep-rooted connection to the land and commitment to measurable, science-based outcomes make him an invaluable resource for clients seeking to transition toward more sustainable and profitable farming systems across the United States.

Portrait of Chloe Powers, Project Coordinator at Solutions in the Land

Chloe Powers

Project Coordinator

Chloe Powers serves as Project Coordinator at Solutions in the Land, playing a vital role in ensuring the smooth execution of the company's regenerative agriculture and farm planning projects. Based out of Kenosha, WI, Chloe works closely with the consulting team to coordinate client engagements, manage project timelines, and support the delivery of whole-system farm plans and organic transition programs. Her organizational expertise and dedication to client service help bridge the gap between strategic planning and on-the-ground implementation. Chloe's commitment to Solutions in the Land's mission of creating sustainable food and farming systems ensures that every project runs efficiently and that clients receive attentive, professional support throughout their journey.

Portrait of Cheri Doetch, Local Foods Program Director at Solutions in the Land

Cheri Doetch

Local Foods Program Director

Cheri Doetch is the Local Foods Program Director at Solutions in the Land, where she leads initiatives focused on strengthening local and regional food systems. Based in Kenosha, WI, Cheri oversees programs that connect farmers, landowners, and community stakeholders with market-based opportunities that promote sustainable food production and distribution. Her work supports the company's core mission of addressing the most significant challenges facing food and farming systems today. Cheri's dedication to building community-centered agricultural networks aligns with Solutions in the Land's partnerships with organizations such as the Fondy Food Center and the Mequon Nature Preserve, ensuring that local food access remains a cornerstone of the company's broader sustainability goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a land use consultant?

A land use consultant helps property owners and stakeholders evaluate how land can be used, managed, or transitioned in a practical and compliant way. This can include site analysis, environmental considerations, planning strategy, stakeholder coordination, and recommendations tied to long-term goals such as production, conservation, succession, or revenue generation.

How to choose a planning consultant?

What types of properties benefit from land use planning consulting?

What is included in a land use planning engagement?

Can land use planning help with conservation goals?

How long does a planning project usually take?

Do you work with landowners who are not actively farming their land?

Can planning consultants support stakeholder meetings or workshops?

Still Have Questions About Land Planning?

Talk with our team about your property, goals, and next steps.

Areas We Serve

We provide consulting support for clients across the U.S. from our Kenosha, Wisconsin headquarters.

Kenosha, WI

Headquarters

Nationwide Consulting

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Landowners & Farmers

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Trusted Affiliations

Awards and Recognition

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Huron River Watershed Council

Watershed-focused partner and member organization.

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Fondy Food Center

Community food systems partnership affiliation.

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Iowa Economic Development Authority

Recognized connection to regional development initiatives.

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