About Dra


Formed in 1980, David Paul Rosen & Associates (DRA) is an internationally recognized public policy and financial analysis consulting firm that brings state-of-the-art transactional expertise to affordable housing, land use regulation, sustainable development, urban revitalization, renewable energy and energy efficiency. We excel at balancing the needs of communities with those of nonprofit and for profit enterprises engaged in public/private partnerships. We have represented clients globally at the local, state, national, and regional level, as well as private sector clients including Fortune 500 companies, financial institutions, foundations, and community development corporations.

DRA combines expertise in both public policy and transactional discipline. Our wide-ranging public and private sector clientele lends sophisticated insight into the needs of all parties to find creative, financially viable solutions to the development challenges we face today.

DRA Principals have advised on more than $10.0 billion in development finance transactions and portfolios. We pioneered finance and public policy initiatives in land use planning for affordable housing, small business, economic development, banking, asset management, insurance, and urban planning. Our senior staff are recognized leaders in our field, frequently speaking and providing keynotes at national and international conferences, as well as advising our diverse range of clients.