Founded in 1985, by Robert J D'Anton, AST Development has become one of New Jersey's most respected and successful real estate development companies. Throughout the last twenty-five years, AST has provided entitlement, construction management, and general contracting services to well known clients, including Mobil Oil, William Paterson University, and numerous government and municipal entities. Furthermore, AST was the sole developer and builder of the former Bear Stearns Corporate Park, now occupied by JP Morgan-Chase, which was a 600,000 square foot facility, used to house their state-of-the-art data and technology center, as well as, back office support operations. AST has also focused on the development and redevelopment of its own properties, utilizing their skills and experience to create appealing and functional products. The company's redevelopment skills are showcased with properties located in Plainfield and New Brunswick, New Jersey, both of which required environmental remediation. AST's credentials incorporate all sectors of the industry, including residential, retail, commercial, industrial and affordable housing.

As a developer, AST remains extremely involved with their properties and the surrounding communities to ensure they create a product that will suit the environment. Their experienced team of professionals is capable of efficiently entitling, financing, constructing, and managing a project of any size. With a profound knowledge of the real estate development business, AST Development is strategically positioned to succeed in their future endeavors.