The tourism industry of western Albemarle and Nelson County, mainly Crozet and the Route 151 corridor, may soon get a long-awaited and, officials say, sorely needed lodging option. Albemarle County will take steps to make itself eligible for a state financing program that could support the construction of hotels. “One thing that became pretty obvious […]
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Off-road trail use does not violate easement
The Albemarle body that holds conservation easements for the county has determined that an off-road trail network near Crozet is not in violation with a covenant on the property. The ruling by the Albemarle Public Recreational Facilities Authority means that members of the group Rock Crawlers for the Preservation of Future Access can resume events […]
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County officials update Crozet streetscape progress
At a joint town hall-Crozet Community Association meeting last week at the Field School in Crozet, Albemarle County officials provided updates on the progress of the Crozet streetscape project. Linked to goals in the Crozet Master Plan, the streetscape project aims to update infrastructure in downtown Crozet to promote economic development in the designated growth […]
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Albemarle considering allowing more businesses in rural areas
As Albemarle continues revising its Comprehensive Plan, county staff are recommending changes that could open the doors for more commercial uses in the county’s rural area. “This is entering into new territory for Albemarle,” said principal planner Elaine Echols. “The rural areas have been pretty much off-limits for commercial activities.” Since 1980, the Comprehensive Plan […]
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Crozet Library Groundbreaking
The long-anticipated Crozet Library broke ground on June 26, 2012. In attendance at this very Crozet event (attendees enjoyed bluegrass music while they arrived) were state and local officials and community members all excited to see this dream become a reality.
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Elected officials react to study identifying new business targets
Charlottesville city councilors and Albemarle County supervisors were briefed Wednesday on the results of a targeted industry study commissioned by the Thomas Jefferson Partnership for Economic Development. Sharon Younger, the consultant who conducted the $150,000 study, said both communities should focus on industries that provide high-paying wages while creating other support jobs. “There are […]
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MPO remains concerned about changing transportation laws
By Sean Tubbs Charlottesville Tomorrow Wednesday, March 28, 2012 The Metropolitan Planning Organization policy board is urging Gov. Bob McDonnell to amend legislation that its members say will take decision-making powers away from localities. HB1248 and SB639 passed both houses of the General Assembly earlier this year. The MPO on March 28, 2012 “They require […]
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County support for Crozet pool sparks renewed interest by swimmers at Fairview
By Sean Tubbs Charlottesville Tomorrow Thursday, January 12, 2012 An effort to upgrade the pool at Claudius Crozet Park to a year-round facility took a major step forward Wednesday after the Albemarle Board of Supervisors voted to reallocate $200,000 in capital funding towards improvements at the park. Supporters of the Claudius Crozet Park wore green […]
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County continues conversation on industrial land use
By Kurt Walters Charlottesville Tomorrow Tuesday, November 29, 2011 As part of Albemarle County ’s comprehensive plan review, county staff members held a roundtable discussion Monday to gather stakeholder comments on industrial land needs. Business owners, environmental and pro-business advocates and representatives from the city of Charlottesville and University of Virginia gave input on what […]
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Crozet gas station design approved
By Tracie Cabler Charlottesville Tomorrow Tuesday, August 16, 2011 The Albemarle County Architectural Review Board has given final approval to a controversial gas station and convenience store in Crozet. Representatives of the Re-Store’N Station were pleased with Monday’s unanimous vote in favor of the project. “We will proceed to construction plans, submit our building permit […]
