Property Description

An Exceptional Redevelopment Opportunity in the Heart of the Finger Lakes! Situated on 15 acres along State Route 34B, just seven minutes from the charming Village of Aurora, the former Emily Howland Elementary School presents a remarkable opportunity to reimagine nearly 60,000 square feet of space in one of the Finger Lakes' most desirable regions. Located within the Town of Scipio's Hamlet Zoning District, the property offers tremendous flexibility for a variety of commercial, residential, and mixed-use redevelopment possibilities. The town has previously indicated that uses such as a boutique hotel, winery, and banquet facility are consistent with existing zoning. Additional possibilities include multifamily housing, apartments, educational facilities, or a specialized training center, subject to applicable approvals. The expansive two-story building features a versatile floor plan with classroom wings, a gymnasium, and generous common areas that lend themselves to numerous configurations. Previous redevelopment concepts explored the potential for up to 60 guest rooms, while preserving substantial space for events, recreation, instruction, or other complementary uses. While the building has been vacant and will require extensive renovations and modernization of its mechanical systems, its substantial existing footprint and 15-acre setting provide an exciting foundation for a transformative redevelopment project. Strategically positioned near the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail and the vibrant communities of Aurora, Union Springs, and Cayuga, the property stands to benefit from the region's tourism appeal and ongoing economic revitalization efforts, including a $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative investment in the surrounding area. Whether envisioned as a destination hospitality property, residential community, educational campus, or innovative mixed-use development, this distinctive property offers the scale, location, and flexibility to bring an ambitious vision to life.

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