Ashland, Oregon · Est. 2026

Building what
Southern Oregon
needs most.

JNL Development is a commercial real estate development firm focused on medium and high-density multifamily, mixed-use, and workforce housing across Jackson County. We own or control over 100 acres in the Rogue Valley with a robust development pipeline aligned with regional housing needs.

100+
Acres Owned or Controlled
415
Units in Active Pipeline
35+
Years Rogue Valley Experience
5
Jackson County Markets

"Our mission is to deliver exceptional multifamily communities that provide unparalleled livability, affordability, and sustainability for residents through superior planning, design and development."

Unlocking hidden value
through creative problem-solving.

Russell Street Commons courtyard rendering

JNL Development is the commercial affiliate of KDA Homes, a leading Southern Oregon green home builder. We bring a developer's discipline to every project — rigorous financial underwriting, deep knowledge of Oregon land use law, and a genuine commitment to the communities we build in.


We specialize in planned unit development, complex infill sites, climate-friendly areas, and workforce housing challenges that other developers pass on. Our track record across Medford, Ashland, Talent, and the rest of Jackson County reflects a long-term view on value creation — not just for investors, but for the neighborhoods we help shape.

Net-Zero Energy Communities

Every JNL project is designed with solar access, high-performance building envelopes, and energy efficiency at the forefront — consistent with KDA Homes' track record of delivering net-zero energy homes across the Rogue Valley.

Pedestrian-Friendly Design

We plan for people first — walkable streets, connected open space, and neo-traditional neighborhood structure that builds community character and long-term asset value simultaneously.

Masters of Middle Housing

Workforce and market-rate apartments in Oregon's high-cost markets require creative capital structures, land use expertise, and disciplined underwriting. We do the hard deals — and we deliver.

Quality Construction

Our partnerships with Adroit Construction, Powell Engineering, and Baker Barrios Architects bring regional market intelligence and proven execution to every project — from site planning through final delivery.

Master Plan Alignment

We engage early with city planners, housing commissions, and community stakeholders. Our projects advance Housing Production Strategy goals, CFEC compliance, and OHNA production targets — making approvals faster and outcomes stronger.

Long-Term Value Creation

We take a long-term view — structuring deals that reward patient capital, create genuine community benefit, and build lasting net asset value for our investors and partners.

Projects in development
across Jackson County.

JNL's current pipeline represents over 415 units of multifamily housing in Ashland, Talent and Medford, OR strategically designed to meet the market's current lifestyle expectations.

Multifamily · Market Rate
Russell Street Commons
Ashland, OR · Railroad Climate Friendly Area
Russell Street Commons rendering

A 72-unit, four-building, four-story apartment community on a 0.86-acre infill site in Ashland's historic Railroad District. Designed to serve Ashland's workforce — educators, healthcare workers, and service sector employees — at a density and scale that maximizes the City's Climate Friendly Area investment. Baker Barrios Architects; Adroit Construction.

72
Apartment Units
4
Buildings · Stories
0.86
Acres · Infill
2028
Est. Delivery
Senior Housing · Independent Living
The Meadows at South Stage
Medford, OR · West Medford
The Meadows at South Stage rendering

A 200 unit apartment complex, including a 100-unit independent living senior community in West Medford, responding to the Rogue Valley's rapidly growing 55+ population and documented shortage of quality, affordable senior rental housing. The project is designed to provide the amenities, accessibility, and community connection that today's active seniors expect.

120
Senior Units
55+
Age Restricted
Medford
Jackson County
2029
Est. Delivery
Trusted Partners
  • Adroit Construction
  • Powell Engineering + Consulting
  • Baker Barrios Architects
  • AKS Engineering
  • Central Pipeline, Inc.
  • Alpine Environmental Consultants
  • Scott Sinner Consulting
  • Tahran Architecture
  • Stracker Solar
  • Shrader Homes

Experienced operators.
Deep local roots.

Our team combines decades of Rogue Valley real estate experience with institutional finance, urban planning, and sustainable development expertise.

Laz Ayala
Laz Ayala
General Partner · JNL Development LLC

Laz is an Ashland-based real estate developer, investor, and community advocate with over 35 years in the Rogue Valley market. As founder and managing partner of KDA Homes, he has led the development of eco-friendly, net-zero energy communities that prioritize solar access, innovative design, and neighborhood connectivity — including the landmark Beach Creek, Kestrel Park and Verde Village communities.

John Maher
John Maher
Managing Partner · JNL Development LLC

John brings over 20 years of institutional finance, product development, and market strategy experience to JNL Development. Previously a Vice President in Wells Fargo's Commercial Real Estate Group and Director of Private Client Marketing at SVB, he holds an MBA from U.C. Berkeley Haas School of Business, and Graduate Certificate in Real Estate from the Fisher Center for Real Estate and Urban Economics.

Let's build something
worth building.

Whether you're an institutional investor evaluating our pipeline, a lender exploring a construction relationship, or a project sponsor seeking a development partner — we want to hear from you.

Company
JNL Development
Address
132 W. Main St. Suite 202, Medford, OR 97501
Website