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Developer says Exit 39 truck stop back on track; TIA due in May 2026
Summary
Developer R. Pizzoni told the Smyth County Board of Supervisors that delays to the Exit 39 truck stop were caused by an earlier engineering firm, he has hired Lumsden and Associates, and a preliminary traffic impact analysis is expected by May 2026.
R. Pizzoni, the project representative, told the Smyth County Board of Supervisors that the Exit 39 truck stop project has been stalled by problems with a prior engineering firm but is now moving forward with a new team.
"As of now, we're on track to receive a preliminary traffic impact analysis by May 2026," Pizzoni said, and added that he has terminated the previous engineering firm and engaged Lumsden and Associates of Roanoke to restart permitting and site planning. He said a direct payment was made in February to resume work with the traffic consultants he hired.
Pizzoni estimated the current development footprint at "between 7 to 10 acres" and told supervisors the historic house on the property will not be altered in the first phase. He said the project is financially prepared to begin earthwork once approvals are complete and projected that on-site work could begin in the later part of 2026.
Board members asked about permitting steps; Pizzoni said the team will complete wetlands delineation, submit the TIA to VDOT, and seek a Commercial Entrance Use Permit for the Route 11 access. He also requested information on local "donor sites" for fill dirt and said he will provide short written updates for minor milestones and appear in person for major project developments.
