Who is FM Development?

My name is Joshua Leibowitz, founder and Managing Member of FM Development, LLC. I live in Bethel, CT with my wife and our two children. I have been in the construction, maintenance, and management fields since joining Finkelstein Morgan Real Estate (an owner management company) in 1981, as Managing Agent of 12-14 of the approximately 45 New York apartment buildings owned by them. Prior to 1981 I worked for Finkelstein Morgan as a hardwood floor installer, painter, and roofer.

As Managing Agent I was responsible for every aspect of building management including, but not limited to, inspecting, scheduling, and overseeing all aspects of maintenance and repairs, major capital improvements, construction, collections, legal, and dealing with city building departments with regard to correction of building violations etc. Over the years I was very involved with overseeing several gut rehabs, and “mod” rehabs (with the building still occupied).

After 22 years it was time for a change. In 2003, with all the knowledge learned from my 22 years in the field, I started FM Development, LLC. While still maintaining my affiliation with Finkelstien Morgan, I went on to do something I always wanted to do, build houses. I get a great sense of satisfaction in seeing it all come together and doing it right. I am always on the job to see it’s done as if it’s my own home. My clients are all very happy with their homes and I have made friends in the process, they know that I’m there if they should ever need me.

Our Services

FM Development specializes in the construction of new, customized homes. We can assist with the creation of custom home designs, as well as even provide interior design services.

My reputation as a builder of quality homes is something that is very important to me. There are very few good shortcuts in life, and that goes the same in construction. Saving a dollar could cost you two. I have developed relationships with some very good people who care about their work, and take pride in the jobs they do. These are people who I can count on and will continue to use.

Preferred Building Materials and Practices

I believe in using engineered wood products such as LVLs, Micro LAMS, I-joists, Advantech Floorboards and other state of the art materials. I believe the use of these environmentally smart products is worth the extra expense as they are stronger and straighter than dimensional lumber and also minimize shrinkage, squeeks and cracks in wood flooring, etc.

I am now taking quality home building up a notch and have become an ENERGY STAR partner. What this means to you is that your home will be at least 30% more energy efficient than the model energy code requires. This is achieved by building a tighter envelope, using better insulation, windows, high efficiency boilers, and air conditioner units among other things. It also means monthly savings on utilities, and oil bills that can amount to hundreds of dollars a year, while being environmentally friendly. Compliance with ENERGY STAR requirements is verified by independent inspectors.

Service Area

FM Development services the folowing areas: New Milford, Sherman, New Fairfield, Brookfield, Bridgewater, Roxbury, Woodbury, Southbury, Newtown, Bethel, Danbury, Ridgefield, Redding, Monroe, Easton, Weston, Wilton, Kent, Cornwall and Gaylorsdville.