AGENDA DATE: 1/21/2026
TITLE:
Public Hearing on the County Acquisition of a portion of Parcel 056A2-02-0A-00100 at 1153 High Street by eminent domain
SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Public Hearing on the County's proposed acquisition of a portion of Parcel 056A2-02-0A-00100 at 1153 High Street by eminent domain
ITEM TYPE: Regular Action Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Richardson, Wall, Herrick, Tevendale, Dumars, Abplanalp, Stumbaugh
PRESENTER (S): Michael Stumbaugh
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes
REVIEWED BY: Jeffrey B. Richardson
BACKGROUND: The County currently is in the right-of-way acquisition phase for a project to construct roadway and sidewalks along High Street, Library Ave and Hilltop Road in Crozet. Completion of the project requires acquisition of 337 square feet of fee simple, 436 square feet for a permanent utility easement, and 1,176 square feet of temporary construction easement on Parcel 056A2-02-0A-00100 at 1153 High Street (shown as Parcel 006 on Attachment A).
Assisted by consultants experienced in right-of-way acquisitions, the County has successfully acquired or reached agreements on almost all rights-of-way and easements needed for the project. On Parcel 006, the property owner has agreed to convey the necessary portions of the property to the County for this project. However, the lienholder has been unresponsive to the County's request for a partial release of the lien on the property. A courtesy letter (Attachment B) was sent to the lienholder on September 24, 2025.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Infrastructure & Placemaking - Invest in infrastructure and amenities that create connection, opportunity, and well-being.
DISCUSSION: Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors authorize condemnation and certificate of take for the subject right-of-way and easements. Without this authorization, the project would likely be delayed and incur additional costs. Efforts to obtain a partial release from the lienholder will continue throughout the condemnation proces...
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