DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Danville has been on the move when it comes to economic growth, and they’re continuing that by developing a historic area, not too far from the permanent Caesars Virginia facility.
The big opening of Caesars Virginia is just weeks away, and Danville isn’t done growing. Local leaders are seeking bids to develop different sites nearby in the historic Schoolfield area.
Samantha Bagbey, project manager with Danville’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism, said that as Caesars grows, the neighborhood around it should as well.
“What’s the point of having just land in front of this huge, successful multimillion-dollar project within the area. So for us, it’s just to add to what’s already coming for Caesars,” Bagbey said.
There are four different sites. Each one has a Request for Proposal (RFP) with a list of future possibilities.
The first of the four sites is on Bishop Road. It’s 9.974 acres. It could potentially become a mixed-use development that can be used for restaurant, retail, or affordable housing development.
Not too far away is the Community Way site. It’s 2.0962 acres. That land could potentially house a retail, commercial, or office space. The future of the space could also be a central community pavilion to support the community, a plaza and park space, and also affordable housing.
The Main Street Green Site is 2.838 acres. It could turn into a community pavilion. It’s also within walking distance to Caesars.
Lastly, there’s the Filtration Plant on Memorial Drive. It’s the only building on the list. The 22,534 square feet structure could be anything from a brewery to a greenhouse, community courtyard, an entertainment venue or more.
City leaders say their mission is to honor Schoolfield’s history while also trailblazing a future for Danville.
“All the way from amenities to housing , just things for people to do that’s only going to grow the area, grow Danville and just keep it successful,” Bagbey said.
To find out more about the sites, and how to submit a proposal click this link.
Read the original article here (Cherisse Hoffman, ABC 13 News)