ACT NOW – Protect Crozet! Say "No" to the Oak Bluff Development

To: Albemarle County Officials

We, the undersigned, strongly urge Albemarle County to reject the upzoning request for the Oak Bluff development (ZMA202300002) until a concrete, funded plan for the 240/250 Connector Road is established to address safety, infrastructure, and educational needs in Crozet.

The Issue:

The proposed Oak Bluff development in Eastern Crozet threatens to exacerbate the already overstretched infrastructure and community resources:

• Dangerous, overcrowded roads: Current intersections cannot safely handle increased traffic.
• School overcrowding: Crozet’s schools are already beyond capacity. Address school funding and capacity issues before approving additional housing.
• Ignored community concerns: Local HOA leaders and Crozet residents have consistently raised valid concerns, yet these voices have been dismissed while developers enjoy unfettered access to County staff and leadership.

The Broken Promise:

The 240/250 Connector Road has been a cornerstone of the Crozet Master Plan for decades. Yet, Albemarle County has failed to deliver a definitive plan to build this critical infrastructure, even as new developments continue to strain our community.

Advancing the Oak Bluff development without the 240/250 Connector in place is irresponsible. This would amount to prioritizing and providing an access point or stub of a road to a private development over public safety and responsible growth.

Residents are left with another empty promise: "Trust us." 

Our Demands:

1. Pause approvals: Halt the Oak Bluff upzoning process until a viable, funded plan for the 240/250 Connector Road is secured.
2. Engage the community: Commit to transparent dialogue with Crozet residents to address safety, infrastructure, and school capacity concerns.
3. Ensure responsible growth: Align all future developments with the Crozet Master Plan, including the timely provision of essential infrastructure.

Take Action Beyond Signing This Petition

1. Attend the Planning Commission Meeting:

When: Tuesday, December 17th, 6:00 PM
Where: 401 McIntire Road
Why: Show your opposition to Oak Bluff and demand accountability from County officials.

2. Contact County Leaders:

Ann Mallek, County Supervisor: amallek@albemarle.org
Lonnie Murray, Planning Commissioner, White Hall District: lmurray@albemarle.org

This Is Not NIMBY:

We are not opposing growth. We are demanding responsible growth that prioritizes the needs of Crozet residents. Without adequate infrastructure and thoughtful planning, unchecked development will degrade our quality of life.

Sign this petition and stand up for Crozet! Together, we can protect our community and hold our leaders accountable for commonsense solutions. Let’s ensure a future that respects the people of Crozet.

Make your voice heard—our community depends on it.