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Home My WebLink AboutSP202200002 Presentation 2022-09-20. � � r Me • s fX� Inn At The Crossroads E2k a _ PORTERp v ti_ The Inn at the Crossroads The Next Generation Committed to be compatible with & will have a negligible impact on natural, cultural, and historic resources. Supports the Rural Areas Standards & Comprehensive Plan History The Inn at the Crossroads has been accommodating travelers since 1820. National Historic Register and a Virginia Historic Landmark Historic Overlay for the Tavern Inn Inn and Schoolhouse Fully Restored to Historic Architectural Standards Cottages Design Compatible with Historic Buildings - Defined New & Old Limited Number of Cottages Designed to Complement the Site Agritourism Experiences - Return to Original Farm Uses Authentic Farm -to -Table dining for Inn Guests Limited Seating for Non -Inn Guests (-2o covers) Cooking School Historic Education Tours and Activities --Albemarle County The Inn is a place that beckons return The Crossroads Inn Restoration The Inn at the Crossroads Response & Addressing Neighbors Concerns Historic Restoration & Archeology Survey Certification We are sensitive to the restoration and Archaeological Site Analysis for all work Our Archaeologist, Ben Ford, will fully investigate the historical significance of the Crossroads Tavern site, its inherent archaeological resources, and balance our designs for development with a reverence for preservation. Our renovations honors the history of The Tavern, Miller School and Farm Uses Limited Low Scale Investment in Cottages - Revised Site Plan The Special Use Permit is based on the Albemarle Comprehensive Development Plan Project Enable Reduced Scope - Down from a separate cottages submitted. Current Scone Interconnected Cottages - 4 structures, 8-12 keys,16-24 guests Inn & Tavern - Reduced Rooms to 4 suites + Summer Cottage, io guests Main House - Guest Check -in + 2 Transient use rooms, 2-4 guests Increasing current guest count by 16-28 for a total of 30-38 guests Increasing keys by 9 -14 keys for a total of 15 -19 keys The Cmssroads Inn Restoration Proposed Site Plan (REVISED: Inn Lot only, no Rezoning of 87-4): Attached Separately The Cmssroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 The Inn at the Crossroads Response & Addressing Neighbors Concerns Does Not Set a Precedent for Rural Commercial / Hotels / Event Centers For Over zoo Years, The Inn operated a hotel and restaurant use license. It is not a `new resort' Meets approved Rural Uses & ownership does not intend to build a larger resort As part of the SUP is willing to commit to limits for gatherings Not going to host late night outside events with major traffic, lights or loud music Other proposed projects - Ex. Wavertree are in residential areas with no commercial zoning Allegations of Pippin Hill's History & "Major Expansion' are Not Factual Pippin Hill is an authentic and performing Agricultural Business - as locally and nationally recognized Guest Counts and Daily Traffic - documented to be down over 30% from 2019levels [Next Slide] Pippin Hill History - All County and Bundoran Farm Founders / HOA Approvals The Inn is a stand alone historic inn investment, nQt an expansion of Pippin Hill The Cmssmads Inn Restoration The Inn at the Crossroads Agricultural Programs and Commitments at Pippin hill Organic farming for the kitchen & flower gardens. No chemical pesticides in the gardens We have extensive gardening, and farm uses - 4o beds -Kitchen & Flower Gardens Three season planting rotations - Spring crops, Summer and Fall crops The kitchen uses all vegetables and fruits - over 5,000 lbs. grown annually i,800 sq ft of kitchen garden beds - 15,00 sq ft of fruit garden Hundreds of pounds of figs, apples, pears, blueberries and blackberries annually Flower gardens supply nectar & pollen for our honeybees, and weekly edible flowers Conversion of the 7-acre hayfield to a native flower & grass meadow for increase biodiversity This wildflower meadow offers major foraging ground for our honeybees 6 acres of vines - 24 tons of wine grapes - 18 acre Vineyard 5 miles down Plank Rd. Our Agricultural Plans for the Crossroads Inn Invasive Species eradication - landscaping with Native Species Greenhouse -- Chicken Coop -- Kitchen Gardens The Cmssroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 The Inn at the Crossroads Sustainability & Education Programs Rainwater Recycling & Solar Sustainable Efforts Rainwater Recycling -- Five cisterns collect 11,5oo gallons of roof runoff - irrigate the lawns, run the fountains and watering the gardens and planting beds Water Treatment - Recirculating septic system filters water through the roots of native plants so that water from our drain field is 98% clean when returned to the aquifer Solar Panels - south side of the barn roof Wildflower Meadows - 8 acres of natural areas/native meadows to rebuild our ecosystem and encourage a habitat for wildlife and food for our honeybees Education & Team Training Viticulture Certification - PVCC Horticultural Certification - PVCC &3 the Virginia Nursery &3 Landscape Association Master Naturalist Certification - VA Tech Albemarle Extension Office Education seminars and field trips to local nurseries and gardens ongoing seasonally The Cmssroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 The Inn at the Crossroads - Rural Use & Comprehensive Plan Compliance ENABLE ENABLING A BETTER LIFE ECONOMICALLY Albemarle County I Economic Development I Strategic Plan SHARED VISION - WE ARE ALIGNED Long-term thriving economic future for the Historic Inn & its surrounding environs Commitment to the preservation of the Inn's historic buildings - their stories & experiences Appropriate scale tourism investment in an active and vibrant development area Creating a sustainable ecosystem - Agritourism focus on organics, gardens and exceeds water treatment standards Supports healthy lifestyles - locally inspired cuisine, viticulture, gardening & wellness Exceptional educational opportunities - student scholarships, classroom tours, diverse teams & artist series 7 Protecting Views for Neighbors Landscaping Screening & Viewshed Analysis COMMITMENTS: In consideration of our closest neighbors, we plan to obscure their views of our proposed cottages, consistent with existing species of the surrounding countryside. Location and color of cottages are also being taken into consideration. We are working with an'ace, Andrew Walker, on a viewshed analysis to ensure our plantings are as effective as possible for our surrounding community. His initial findings are the next few slides The closest neighbor in the view corridor is 744 yards ]0.44 miles] away from the new cottages. The farthest is 2992 yards 11.7 miles]. SCREENING VIEW • Evergreen Native Trees • Lower shrubs • Hedges as required N 2 miles o' _ Era -- -- --I 1.5 miles 1 mile c I Y ,_. 0.5 m_ile ' Preliminary line -of -sight analysis September 7, 2022 d Model Parameters: • Topography and vegetation generated from LiDAR (flown 2016) • 8 new structures • 12 pairs of observation points A`o IS ;:cmti�'6ce; •r ♦ ob--bon Point Likely line of sight ., yt Number of snudures a- t 2 3 4 s 6 �7 8 Assumptions: • Structure height of 22.5 feet above ground • Observer height of 6 feet above the digital surface model • No additional vegetation plantings are included in the model Note: this model can be quickly updated based on new site plans and assumptions. 10 Aitlk rS,'' 4441 �- i h J iailr• •: yyf r `. Simulated new structures Lighter shades of purple indicate that the model found line -of -sight _ to fewer structures (from that location). No shading indicates that the model found no line -of -site (from that locaton) Purple indicates that the model found line -of -sight to multiple i structures (from that location). k 3D view, looking northwest 12 J { r is r 1.5 miles 1 mile 25 M,liles 13 Landscaped Parking 3 . I ;A The Crossroads Ina Restoration - April 2022 Historic Preservation Expertise Proven Track Record: PreservingAnd ProtectingA Cultural Heritage Site Over So buildings in last2s Years NEW YORK CITY Historic'21' Club - $8m renovation Berkshire Place Hotel - $75m renovation ST. MICHAELS, Maryland The Inn at Perry Cabin - $20m redesign SANTA BARBARA, California El Encanto Resort - $80m redesign EASTON o CHARLESTON, South Carolina PORTER Zero George Street Award winning boutique hotel in the heart of Charleston's historic district. Six buildings over 150 years old -$10m+ Cannon Green Charleston Restaurant and event venue designed by salvaging an 1840's single house fagade--$7.5m INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENTS Acquisition / Renovation of 16 buildings in Mexico / Caribbean Total over US$85m The Crossroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 vsEsr� Jobs Creation & Team Development EASTON PORTER TRACK RECORD Created over 220 jobs in last five years New Crossroads Inn will create over 20 Jobs in Albemarle County Employee Commitment — health insurance, 401 k, career development Skills training and promotions programs College Sponsorship of culinary & agricultural education initiatives The Crossroads Inn Restoration -April 2022 Supporting Local Economy Taxes & 7obs Creation Business Taxes + Local Farm Purchases — $gook+ in Taxes Annual Revenue $ 8,400,000 Pippin Hill Farm &Vineyards o"l ALBEMARLE COUNTY 2021 4%Meals Tax $ 228,537 2016 Business License $ 12,500 $0.20 tax rate, based an gross receipts A094,205 County Health Dept $ 40 annual health permit Personal Property Tax $ 6,202 Tax rate$4.28/$100 new;$0.861$100 with depreciation Real Estate Tax $ 38,000 Tax rate$0.839/$100 $ 285,279 VIRGINIASTATE 2021 5.3%Sales & Use Tax $ 413,678 ABC Licenses $ 2,050 State Payroll Taxes $ 63,000 Average income tax rate oJ2.25% State Income tax members $ 46,000 Owners State Income Tax @ 5.75% ABC - Monthly Excise Tax $ 28,000 $ 552,728 Total Taxes $ The Crossroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 Water Treatment Systems Engineered Systems Exceeds VDH Requirements COMMITMENTS: LEED -RAINWATER RECYCLING PROVEN SUSTAINABLE ENGINEERING WATER TREATMENT - NEW GENERATION SYSTEMS Constructed Wetland Treatment Aquatic Filtering Plants: Iris, Water Hyacinths Enhanced water treatment levels via Nitrogen removal & UV Disinfection Drip dispersal across the drain field Treated to — potable quality levels! —90-95% of water will be cleaned and put back into the aquifer The Cmssroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 Chemical Use & Sustainability Focus on Organics COMMITMENTS: Supporting Biodiversity: Limited field spraying Kitchen Gardens: Grown in accordance with organic standards Laundry: Biodegradable materials Kitchen: Food safe products only Composting & Garden Re -Use W The Cmssroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 Rural Light Control rkk DaSy Stanr'�-''' Specifications for lights &shielded fixtures COMMITMENTS: Our Exterior lighting conforms to Dark Sky Standards Quantity of lumens & directionality of light fixtures Landscaping lighting with downward -facing fixtures Shielded with appropriate 'Cutoff angles' Strategic Plantings via Viewshed Analysis to block interior lighting The Cmssroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 Agritourism in Albemarle Rural Use Alignment Elevating Both Farm & Table: GardensAnd Grounds Intertwined Led by our Certified Horticulturist Diane Burns Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards -- thriving example of our dedication to organic farming, practices and sustainable practices, including planting heirloom and native varieties. The too -- integrated into our horticulture initiatives and a natural extension of our over qo acres of plantings. Connection to the land -- honoring a sense of place is central to Easton Porter Group's commitment to historic properties. CI We will ensure that land use plans and experiences reflect the integrity of the rural location. The Cmssroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 Horticultural - Personal Experiences Albemarle's RuralArea has thriving farms, traditional crossroads communities, protected scenic areas, historic sites, and preserved natural resources. We embrace & re%lect that mission. Horticultural Classes - Seasonal gardening, care, rotation Organic Gardening - Kitchen Planting Beds Egg Production -- dedicated Chicken Coop Educational Training - Viticulture Certification Wildflowers & Beekeeping -- Meadows & support for colonies Flower Arranging & Wreath Making Workshops PVCC - Community College Certification Classes The Cmssroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 PR'F. Personal Education Experiences RESTORED 182o TAVERN & r783 SCHOOL HOUSE Chef's Tables & Wine Dinners Guest Artist Series: Chefs, Photographers, Historians Wellness Escapes: Health Diets, Yoga Retreats, Education Educational Tours: Guided Historic Tours for Guests and School Classes The Cmssroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 Albemarle Tourism 72-Hours in Charlottesville In an effort to help visitors seamlessly plan their next getaway (and to encourage those who have never been), we've compiled our favorite places and activities to better showcase what Charlottesville has to offer. Our 72 Hours in Charlottesville Guide suggests everything from dining and drinking to shopping and exploring- something for everyone! We are certain that our recommendations will provide you with a fun -filled itinerary to last a full weekend. a USSI CHAR.OTTE.VI LE WP NvW .J. rc Tm.If..e.nlPoe.xblPSPn: mY.P., v.::..aMammh mv,e REFUEL AT BREAKFAST AT SELVEDGE BREWING �E'� 'e! 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Al4[it� Dry Rho A.E.ETLL ELB&EAKEAST ATMAND SHINE 1 cur Ypp. WALK THE LAWN AT UVA mm.l.u.®F. n..e..iw The Crossroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 Experiences The FarmHouse Inn Wine Cellar Weekend Presented by FOOD&WINE Join us for a 3-day culinary weekend during Harvest Season to celebrate Virginia's famed wine region with events that include historic tours, wine tastings, cooking demonstrations, viticulture background & tour and a five -course, wine -paired dinner. FOOD & WINE Best New Chef and FOOD & WINE's Executive Wine Editor, Ray Isle, will host the weekend events. The Wine Cellar Weekend Includes z-night accommodations and activities above. The Cmssroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 Awards & Accolades A Proven Track Record.Don't _7ust Take Our Word For It! PIPPIN HILL FARM & VINEYARDS US News & Report -Top Charlottesville Wineries to Visit Southern Living - Breathtaking Barn Venues for Weddings Harpers Bazaar- Best Garden Wedding Venues in the World TripAdvisors Choice Awards AFAR -10 Best Places to go in October ZERO GEORGE - BOUTIQUE HOTEL Conde Nast Traveler • Gold List • Readers' Choice Awards • Top 5 Foodie Hotels in the World • Best Restaurants in Charleston Travel + Leisure • World's Best • T+L 500 (named top 500 properties in the world) Tripadvisor 2021 Travelers' Choice Best of Best Food & Wine- Best New Cooking Classes Around the World Food Food Network - Best Food Hotels in the Country The Cmssroads Inn Restoration - April 2022 0 I I e2��