Subdivision education and/or classes

[Jake Engle]

I am looking to get involved in sub dividing larger parcels of land into building lots. I have been educating myself with local ordinances in regards to zoning and subdivision, but know I need to be very careful and fully aware of the ins and outs of subdivision before totally diving in. I know there are many horror stories about people/groups getting in over their head with a project. 

I am very much against taking high cost classes from "gurus", but in this case, is there some training out there that cuts out the BS and would be very beneficial to invest in? I am looking to get all approvals on the subdivision, and flip the project to a home builder once all approvals are in place. Is this a sound strategy in your opinions? 

I appreciate any feedback any of you subdivision veterans may be able to provide. I am located in Pennsylvania......