Land with Building(s) For Sale in:
Tilbury, ON

Prime Commercial/Recreational Development Opportunity in Lakeshore, Ontario

Discover an exceptional 11.5-acre property strategically positioned in the Lakeshore Urban Fringe, zoned CT-5 Recreational/Tourist Commercial. This unique site offers immediate development potential for a wide array of uses, including hotels, entertainment venues, RV facilities, campgrounds, dining establishments, a cannabis dispensary, or a craft brewery.

Key Features:

• Strategic Location: Located just one minute from Highway 401, this property is centered between Windsor and Chatham, Ontario, and only 40 minutes from the Canada/USA border crossing. It is situated within the Windsor-Essex County region, providing access to a regional population of over 400,000, with an additional 5.5 million people in the nearby Detroit metropolitan area.
• Existing Infrastructure: Currently operating as The Boonies Drive-In Theatre and campground, the property is fully serviced with municipal water (2" line), high-pressure natural gas (1" line), and robust electrical service (400 amp single phase). A 3,500 sq ft pole barn building is on site, along with a large capacity aerobic wastewater treatment unit.
• Market Access: Benefit from unparalleled logistical advantages, with 50% of North America's population and 90% of the continent's vehicle assembly plants within a day's trucking time. This is a rare opportunity to capitalize on a high-traffic, high-visibility location.

Permitted Uses (CT-5 Zoning): Eating establishments, hotels, motels, places of entertainment, private and public clubs, RV sales, service and storage, campground, parks, golf courses, marinas, tourist information centers, cannabis dispensaries, and craft beer breweries.

Unmatched Visibility and Potential: 11.5 Acres Near HWY 401

Seize a premier investment opportunity at this expansive 11.5-acre site in the heart of the Windsor-Essex corridor. With flexible CT-5 zoning (Recreational/Tourist Commercial), this property is a blank canvas for entrepreneurs and developers. Whether you envision a new entertainment complex, a thriving campground expansion, or a dynamic hospitality venue, the possibilities are endless.

Currently home to The Boonies Drive-In Theatre and Campground, the site features 5.5 acres of mature trees and 6 acres of open green space. It is fully serviced and ready for immediate development.

The Ultimate Location Advantage:

• Connectivity: Just 60 seconds from HWY 401, linking you instantly to major markets.
• Regional Hub: Centrally located between Windsor and Chatham, with direct access to the Detroit Metro area (5.5 million people).
• Infrastructure Ready: All major services on site: municipal water, natural gas, 400 amp electric, and a modern wastewater system.
• Flexible Zoning: CT-5 zoning allows for a huge range of commercial and tourist uses.

This is more than just land; it's a strategic entry point into one of North America’s most significant manufacturing and logistics corridors. Explore the potential today!

Key Information for Site Viewing & Planning

For immediate viewing and official plan details, please use the following resources:

• County of Essex GIS Map: https://gisweb.countyofessex.ca/htmlcounty2101/Index.html?configBase=https://gisweb.countyofessex.ca/Geocortex/Essentials/County/REST/sites/County_of_Essex__Public/viewers/htmlpublic/virtualdirectory/Resources/Config/Default&extent=313436.05,4695451.23,395580.67,4640491.63 (Open the viewer, click "2022 aerial," and zoom into the Tilbury area at County RD 42 and Richardson Sideroad. The Drive-In Theatre and parking area will be visible.)
• Lakeshore Official Plan: https://www.lakeshore.ca/en/business-and-development/official-plan.aspx#Current-Official-Plan-Schedules

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