Testimonials

“A prior partnership between the City of Fullerton and The Olson Company resulted in the development of a pioneering transit-oriented, residential live-work community adjacent to our Transportation Center in 2007. In 2010, in a new partnership with the Fullerton Redevelopment Agency, the company will build a 34-home community, affordable to moderate income buyers on a nearby site in the Richman Park area, dramatically accelerating the ongoing transformation of that neighborhood.”
—ROBERT M. ZUR SCHMIEDE, Executive Director, Fullerton Redevelopment Agency, City of Fullerton

The City of Cerritos and the Cerritos Redevelopment Agency developed and implemented a successful partnership with The Olson Company to build 18 attractive and affordable homes for Seniors in the Fountain Walk community. The design of the units along with the architecture have been well-received by the community and greatly enjoyed by the new residents.”
—TORREY N. CONTRERAS, ASLA, Director of Community Development, City of Cerritos

The Olson Company was a pioneering innovator in Downtown Santa Ana with the successful design and delivery of an architecturally-sensitive community that met the City’s vision for the Artist Village area.”
—CYNTHIA NELSON, Deputy City Manager for Development Services, City of Santa Ana

The Olson Company is showing real leadership within the homebuilding community with their commitment to obtaining LEED Certification and their use of green building practices. Their choice of walkable and transit-accessible sites, energy and water saving equipment, and durable environmentally-friendly non-toxic materials sets the bar for excellence in providing sustainable homes for future generations.”
—TED BARDACKE, AICP, LEED Faculty, Senior Associate, Global Green USA

The Depot Walk project was only possible because of the time that The Olson Company devoted to listening and responding to the City Council, Planning Commission, Design Review Committee, Staff and involved historic community members. The Olson Company paid great attention to detail in designing and building a project that upheld the historical character of its surroundings. Depot Walk is a transit-oriented development in a key location adjacent to the Orange Depot that incorporated  green and environmentally responsible design principles and construction methods. Depot Walk was LEED certified in both the LEED for Homes and LEED for Neighborhood Development pilot programs.”
—ALICE ANGUS, Community Development Director, The City of Orange

The Olson Company was a great partner in designing, entitling and constructing our newest affordable, senior, LEED certified rental community for the City of Rancho Mirage’s Housing Authority. Their expertise, professionalism and integrity enabled us to bring our City’s vision into a reality.”
—PATRICK M. PRATT, City Manager, City of Rancho Mirage

“The Olson Company has long been regarded as an industry leader, consistently delivering high quality homes at price points making the dream of homeownership in California more attainable. Their expertise and dedication to sustainable building practices is also clearly evident in their new communities. La Jolla Pacific is proud to be a part of the Olson Company’s winning team.’’
—DON NEFF, CEO/President, LEED-AP, La Jolla Pacific, Ltd., Leading National Quality Assurance Firm

“We are proud to call The Olson Company our business partner. The Olson Company has shown great leadership, integrity and innovation during this tumultuous time in our industry.’’
—PETER ARKLEY, Chairman and CEO, AON Construction Services Group

“The Olson Company has been a valued partner in the City of Long Beach – they have proven to be an innovative solution provider to both the City and its Redevelopment Agency and have consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to achieving the community’s vision for development.’’
—PATRICK H. WEST, City Manager, City of Long Beach

“We are proud of our partnership with The Olson Company who shares our commitment to providing successful homeownership opportunities to the residents of California. For over 22 years, Olson has been a leader in creating unique in-town neighborhoods throughout the state.’’
—MICHAEL W. BROWN, Senior Vice President, National Builder Division Executive, Bank of America

“Since the beginning we have witnessed The Olson Company’s commitment to providing homebuyers with the best value and highest level of customer service. First American Title is proud to be a partner of the Olson Company.’’
—JOSEPH S. TAVAREZ, JR., President, Homebuilder Services, Senior Vice President, First American Title Insurance Company

“The Olson Company is clearly committed to quality construction and providing the best possible experience for their customers. The Olson Company consistently ranks in the top 10% nationally on the basis of customer satisfaction ratings. Their unusual level of dedication to their customers makes The Olson Company one of the nation’s top home builders.’’
—BOB MIRMAN, CEO, Eliant, Inc.

“We congratulate The Olson Company on creating an exemplary green project with Depot Walk and achieving the first LEED for Homes Silver Rating in Orange County. Depot Walk sets the bar high for environmentally sustainable multi-family developments and is sure to be a landmark addition to the local community.’’
—GREGORY SHANK, Chair, U.S. Green Building Council, Orange County