Nelson County Buys Land for Future Growth

Nelson County just spent $8.9 million on 683 acres near Route 29—yes, they already had the cash—and says it won’t hurt taxpayers or their debt rating. This land, long eyed by officials, could become a hub for jobs, housing, or recreation—but no plans are locked in yet. Supervisors want action within five years if it doesn’t bring high-quality jobs, and citizens will have a say in the future. While data centers were floated, water infrastructure limits that option. The goal? A live-work-play zone that shapes the county’s future without handing it over to private interests. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/63aaf32c3ad069ba