South Florida
Ground-Up Builder
& Developer.
Ground-up development, spec & multifamily, and custom residential across South Florida — scoped, permitted, and executed under direct owner oversight. Every phase controlled. Every number accounted for.
If your project demands precision, accountability, and a builder who answers personally — you're in the right place.
DEM Development is a licensed Broward County builder specializing in ground-up residential and multifamily construction. Custom homes, spec development, townhome projects, and shell construction — every project managed directly by Dallas Florence from permit to certificate of occupancy. We don't subcontract accountability. We manage budgets through documented scopes, transparent pricing and disciplined change control. We don't disappear mid-build.
Schedule a Project Consultation →Ground-up residential,
built to a higher standard.
Custom residential homes
Direct owner involvement from site selection through final walkthrough. Every decision documented, every material approved, every milestone held. Built to your vision — not a diluted version of it.
Spec & multifamily development
We acquire and develop market-calibrated residential opportunities, including single-family spec homes and multifamily projects, using documented scopes and disciplined execution.
Shell construction
Structural build-out for buyers handling their own finishes. Engineered for South Florida conditions — impact-rated, code-compliant, and watertight before we hand off the keys. No shortcuts on the bones.
Development partnerships
Capital or land without the right operator is a liability. We bring 20+ years of South Florida execution, an active GC license, and a delivered project track record. Structured JV arrangements and investor partnerships considered for the right projects.
Ground-up residential
and development projects.
Planning a project? Get a clear
budget, timeline & strategy.
Before you commit to anything, get a realistic scope, budget range, and execution plan — directly from the builder managing your project. No estimators. No sales pitch. Just a direct conversation with the person accountable for delivery.
A builder who thinks
like a developer.
Direct owner accountability
Dallas Florence provides direct executive oversight and remains accountable throughout each project, supported by project-specific field supervision and qualified trade partners.
20+ years of South Florida execution
Two decades of permitting, subcontracting, and building in Broward County. We know which municipalities move fast, which inspectors are thorough, and how to keep a project on schedule when others stall.
Defined scope. Transparent pricing. Accountable delivery.
Our record reflects completed residential and multifamily work across South Florida, supported by documented scopes, clear communication and accountable execution.
Builder who thinks like a developer
Every material selection, layout decision, and finish choice is evaluated against market value and resale performance. We build homes that hold and appreciate — not just homes that look good at handover.
Dallas Florence
Founder & General Contractor · 20+ YearsDallas Florence has spent over two decades building ground-up residential properties across South Florida. As a licensed Florida General Contractor and founder of DEM Development, he provides direct executive oversight across every project — from permit application through certificate of occupancy — supported by project-specific field supervision and qualified trade partners.
His standard is disciplined: clearly documented scopes, transparent pricing and direct communication throughout each project. Clients who work with Dallas once rarely look for another builder. That's the only metric that matters.
"I remain directly involved from preconstruction through completion, with executive oversight of budgeting, permitting and execution. My name is on every permit, and clients have direct access to me."
— Dallas Florence, Founder
What our clients say.
"I would absolutely refer DEM Development to anyone I know that needs a contractor. Dallas was professional, on time, and kept us informed the whole way. His crew was neat, professional, and skilled — amazing job from beginning to end."
"They completed the work quickly and with outstanding quality. The crew was clean, neat, and professional throughout. The owner kept me informed every step of the way. Top-quality workmanship — I'm very pleased."
"From the very beginning, DEM's team showed exceptional professionalism. They kept the project on schedule and within budget, and were always responsive. The end result is a home that exceeds my expectations."
Every review above is verified on Google. No incentivized testimonials. No stock photos.
Schedule your Build Strategy & Budget Review →From first call
to final walkthrough.
Free project consultation
We learn your goals, site, budget, and timeline — and give you an honest assessment before you commit to anything.
Detailed scope & clearly defined pricing
We prepare a documented scope, preliminary schedule and clearly defined pricing based on the available project information.
Permitting & preconstruction
We handle all permitting, subcontractor coordination, and material procurement. You don't chase paperwork — we do.
Construction with regular updates
Dallas provides direct executive oversight, supported by project-specific field supervision, regular progress updates and documented budget and change-order reporting.
Delivery & warranty
Final walkthrough with Dallas, punch list completion, and full warranty documentation. Done right, the first time.
Submit your project
for review.
Fill out the form and Dallas will personally review your project and follow up within 1 business day. We build ground-up residential homes across Broward County.