I'm an experienced builder and developer looking to network with other developers, investors, and syndicators. 

Will you hire a developer or build it yourself?

I mean really robust and to us the money is made finding those pearls of land that can be developed

In my view, this trend is likely to persist and could be a strong demographic tailwind for a long-term investor like yourself.Specifically, Athens, AL—a city about 30 miles west of downtown Huntsville—was the #1 fastest-growing city in the state in 2023, so there’s a lot of growth, development, and opportunity in and around Huntsville proper.If you have the time, do some driving around.

I'd build up and go for at least 2 units but 3 stories is better. 3 story walk up apartments account for almost 65% of apartment developments round he country. this is what I'd recommend on your lot. this is 35' tall and we do it in columbus oh 

For the community development dept, you'll need proper plans (architect), site survey, permits, etc. when you're ready. 

Quote from @Jason Hatfield: @Jaycee Greene  they require a non refundable deposit and give 48hrs to see proof of funds I would suggest developing a relationship with an HML/PML that would give you a "guidance line" that would basically be a "pre-approval" for situations like this to present to the buyer/auction company.

Generally I look for distressed, development, value add, etc.  

If we bite off people’s heads when they admit disaster, it suppresses legitimate issues with these techniques. 

However, that being said, it's just as important to make your flips and developments stand out from the crowd!