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About Innovative Dwelling Solutions

We help churches, investors, and civic partners deliver attainable homes—faster.

Our Mission

IDS partners with faith communities and mission-aligned investors to turn underused land into pocket communities and attainable homes. We navigate SB 4 and factory-built delivery so projects move from concept to occupancy with clarity and speed.

Who We Serve

Churches & Ministries

Investors & Lenders

Civic & Community Partners

Our Approach

Policy Navigation (SB 4)

We streamline approvals by leveraging SB 4 and by-right entitlements.

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Factory-Built Delivery

We shorten timelines through modular, HUD, and prefab solutions.

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Community-First Design

We plan pocket communities that feel like traditional neighborhoods.

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Meet the IDS Team

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Tom Heckman

Founder

Tom leads IDS with deep experience in navigating housing policy, modular construction, and community-focused development. He champions innovative housing solutions that accelerate delivery timelines and expand attainable home options across California. His passion lies in bridging mission-driven partnerships with practical, by-right implementation strategies rooted in SB 4 and modular building approaches.

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Tammy Merrill

Real Estate & Strategic Partnerships

​With over 20 years of real estate expertise in the Bay Area and Central Valley, Tammy brings a client-first mindset and seasoned negotiation skills to IDS. She excels at aligning market insights with community needs, guiding property acquisition strategies, and strengthening partnerships with church leaders and civic stakeholders. Tammy’s deep local knowledge and relationship network help IDS connect vision with viable real estate opportunities.

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Gary Garibaldi

Construction Lead

Gary is a seasoned construction professional and President of Garibaldi Construction, with decades of experience delivering residential and commercial projects across Northern California. His expertise in project management, quality craftsmanship, and coordinated builds ensures IDS developments are executed with precision, safety, and client satisfaction at every stage. Gary’s leadership helps translate IDS’s community visions into reality on the ground.

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Gene Campbell

Modular & Build Delivery Advisor

Gene brings over 30 years of construction leadership and entrepreneurial experience to IDS through his work with Pinnacle Construction Co. and modular design ventures. His strategic oversight helps refine modular build processes, optimize delivery systems, and support scalable housing solutions. Gene’s seasoned insight ensures IDS projects are grounded in practical, constructible methods that deliver high quality and measurable outcomes.

Our Values

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Stewardship

We honor land, budgets, and resources.

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Transparency

Clear expectations, clear communication.

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Speed with Quality

Move fast - without cutting corners.

Dignity in Design

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Homes people feel proud to live in.

Community Impact

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Neighborhoods that strengthen lives.

Let’s Start the Conversation

Learn how IDS partners with churches, investors, and communities to turn vision into reality.

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