Ashton Strategies is the premier expert in land use advocacy. Our exceptional people create exceptional results. We work tirelessly in tandem with our clients to define the landscape of communities across the nation. Why the need for land use advocacy? Simply put, the approval of land use projects is a political process susceptible to public influence. Whether it's a regional shopping mall, hospital, landfill, mine, residential development, or energy facility, an angry public will quickly turn what most feel is a "win-win" project into a toxic dead end. Decision makers follow the mood and sentiment of their constituency. If left unchecked, a vocal opposition can secure the defeat of a project regardless of its merits and technical compliance. At Ashton Strategies we provide clients with the tools they need to win controversial land use projects. Whether it's general strategy or boots on the ground, we generate grassroots support in the community to turn the tide in favor of our clients. Our highly trained staff are accustomed to building support one doorstep at a time. When a company invests heavily in a land use project, they cannot afford defeat or substantial delays. Ashton Strategies helps ensure victory by overcoming obstacles to control public opinion while building a coalition of support.