Ep48 Pioneering Zero Carbon Development in Des Moines with Cutler Development

How do you combine sustainability, affordability, and urban infill into a thriving business? Scott and Molly Cutler reveal the secrets behind Cutler Development’s community-focused real estate projects in Des Moines. Listen in as they discuss transforming underused spaces, tackling mixed-income housing, and pushing the boundaries of green building with passion and purpose.

What you’ll learn from this episode

• The value of complementary partnerships when investing 

• Why integrating affordability vital in housing development projects 

• Sustainable construction techniques to reduce environmental impact.

• How leveraging tax incentives and opportunity zones benefits your projects

• Upcoming projects and the exciting transformation of Des Moines’ key neighborhoods

Resources mentioned in this episode 

• The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho | Paperback and Hardcover

• The Leadership Challenge by James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner | Hardcover 

• Iowa Economic Development Authority Workforce Housing Tax Credits 

About Scott and Molly Cutler

Scott has over 15 years of industry experience with commercial development, including specific experience with historic renovation, affordable housing, and environmental design. He is a native of West Des Moines and lives in the area with his wife, Molly.

Molly joined Cutler Development after almost a decade as a chemical engineer in the petrochemical industry. She and Scott enjoy working together on projects and continue to push the boundaries of environmental design on both new construction and renovation projects.

Scott and Molly live in the Greater Des Moines area and enjoy biking, volunteering, and traveling in their free time.

Connect with Scott and Molly

• Website: Cutler Development

• LinkedIn: Cutler Development | Scott Cutler | Molly Cutler

• Email: scott@cutlerdevelopment.com | molly@cutlerdevelopment.com 

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