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This shows the abutting 87 acre parcel owned by the West Alton Marina guy. I can only assume that this is ripe for the picking given his legal situation.
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I was doing some digging and noted the abutting parcel owners as well. Could be a play for sure, especially being that Brian is soon to be sentenced.
Its a bit south of us, we may be able to see it from our lower driveway depending on orientation, but its pretty far off and will be up the hillside. We won't see it from the house. Awful close to the place for sale on Anthony Ave and the homes on Hermit. I hope that Alton stands up and fights this. Being that it was purchased by a hospitality group entity I am sure they already did plenty of work on this already. |
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There was a good turn out last night at the meeting. Looks like people are very concerned. It is great to see people like Alton the way it is!
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The natives are awake and restless now. And yes, it’s great to see the support from all surrounding areas. Nobody wants this in their backyard.
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Thinking about this from a business sense, something doesn't add up. The costs to build this monstrosity would be huge and I am failing to see how it would bring in that much revenue to cover it. It makes me wonder if there is truly a different "end game" in mind that hasn't come to light yet.
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Could they lease it to a corporation as a retreat... but the corporation sub-lease it to others? I can sort of see what they are up to, as a regular development of the property under existing zoning concepts would not allow for as many housing units, and certainly not all the sub-categories that they are embedding. Legacy has the same problem... too much dream for the actual land. |
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Unfortunately I am out of state and could not make the meeting. My wife and I are familiar with the property having hiked to the top after it was clear cut. Expansive views of the Belknap Range and of the lake. Meaning that whatever is built up there can be seen from over a wide range. Alan |
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That would be a good location for a high end housing development, and also for a casino / hotel.
A casino / hotel would arguably enhance the profitability of Gunstock as well. But the hoops the developer must jump through: my oh my. Interesting game afoot there on the hillside.
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The plan is high end housing that will be used as a type of hotel.
Casinos in NH tend to not be highly profitable. |
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I believe that IF Jeremy Martin is involved It will be a very tastefully done project as everything he does is very nice with attention to details
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Knowing little about the proposed project (which I would be against) first brings to mind some more basic questions about that area of West Alton.
- Could Cherry Valley Road (11A) even handle the short term increase in heavy equipment traffic this project will bring and who would pay for the road repairs in the end - Could Cherry Valley Rd handle the long term increase in vehicle traffic - Would this project ultimately lead to never ending traffic jams - Is Cherry Valley Rd capable of having turn lanes etc that will be needed long term to alleviate traffic problems - Will the town (the tax payers ) be required to install traffic lights at Mt Major Highway (Rte 11) and Cherry Valley Rd to handle inflow/outflow of traffic I just see the town and ultimately the tax payers paying the price for this project and the headaches that will come with it Just a few thoughts |
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I disagree. It’s a corporate event facility. How are the 200, 300, 400 or 500 corporate attendees going to get to and from the facility? By helicopter? It’s going to have a major impact on traffic and the infrastructure of both Alton and Gilford.
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Shuttle service.
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The money behind this project is coming from the Toast IPO. One of the founders of Toast (Grimm) is the owner of the parcel, although it's been placed in an LLC. Massachusetts billionaires bringing this blight to Alton, Gilford and Lake Winnipesaukee. The expansion will never stop with so many other large vacant land parcels around this development parcel. This is another reason why this project must be snuffed.
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I encourage all Alton residents to get involved and fight this effort. |
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This is a major project that will affect the entire town. Any change to zoning laws to accommodate this should be voted on at town meeting. The ZBA and other town officials should not make the decision for the residents.
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I think to change zoning laws you have to have a vote at town meeting.
What they may be looking for is a variance... which has a process usually involving some public input. |
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They will not IF the local folks show up and make their feelings known. Also if they get enough "pressure" from the project owners they will cave in to the pressure. The folks who live near there and especially the abutters need to speak up and make it clear what they want.
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Perhaps Twin Farms in Barnard VT is the business model? 300 acres, 28 cottages and suites, adults only. About $2500/night I think, depending on suite or cottage. Food, fine spirits, activities included. Eat in cottage, dining room or have a catered picnic.
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Sort of like bringing the resorts back.
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A friend has informed me that there has been a new Facebook Group created to provide information about this project. Those of you on Facebook can search for
CHERRY VALLEY DEVELOPMENT ALTON/GILFORD. |
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Possibly. But it sounds more like they want to rent/lease to a single entity at a time.
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