Developing Commercial Land ( C-4)

[Harri Smith]

Hello fellow investors:
I am a fairly new investor and I am very much interested in commercial properties in Ohio and PA. I am doing preliminary research on a commercial land that I would like to make it into a small mall or a cultural center. I do not know where to start although I guess I could call the city office. However, I am wondering if some of you have done this: developed a land to a commercial property. Does not the city or county provide loans etc if you had a solid plan?
Also, what parties do I need to work with? I know that I have a "market" for what I am thinking but I am not bold enough to buy the land and hold only to pay taxes.
I am also seeking some prospective investors who might be interested in becoming partners.

Thanks