The property has two conservation easements, one of which is possibly the most unique easement implemented in Chester County, with the current owner effectuating the concept of “Conservation Easement as Asset”. Working together with West Bradford Township and North American Land Trust (NALT) this easement was the byproduct of a master plan that was created with the collaboration of a wide array of experts, that anticipated hundreds of permutations for the ultimate utilization of the land. The second easement is with the Brandywine Conservancy. Please access the video below for a fully visual explanation of this unique easement.
In summary this unique easement permits the construction of wide array of buildings and structures in nine different areas of the property. The easement permits a main residence, up to three additional single family residences two of which can be subdivided, a heliport with hangar, up to six apartments, barns, stables, indoor riding rings, outdoor riding rings, vineyard building, a vineyard, kennel, pools, greenhouses, any agricultural structure, an any agricultural use permitted by the zoning code of West Bradford Township. There is no limitation on building size, impervious coverage, or any type of architectural restrictions.
North American Land Trust Easement
Main Residence (MPA 2):
The easement permits a main house on a 4.25 acre area, defined as MPA 2 on the easement, positioned with a view that is measured in miles. This home site has 360 views of surrounding countryside.
- There is no limitation of the size of the home that can be constructed.
- There is no limitation on the amount of impervious coverage in this area
- Any use or building accessory to a single family home including but not limited to swimming pool, greenhouse, tennis court, playground, etc. is permitted without regard for size
- There is no architectural restrictions on what can be built
- There is no limitation on architectural lighting.
- The main house can have up to two attached apartments with each one being limited to 1500 sq. ft
Heliport (MPA 1):
MPA 1 is one acre area that permits the construction of a fully functional heliport. Additionally, the property has full unappealable zoning approvals for the construction of the heliport. Designed to fit virtually any size commercial helicopter including the popular Sikorsky S76 and AW139 along with ample additional space for office area, storage, and restrooms. The approved heliport consists of an 8125 sq foot hangar with dimensions that are 125 ft long by 65 ft wide, a helipad that is 65 ft long by 65 ft wide, meaningfully larger than the minimum needed for helicopters of this type, and on sit fuel storage for up to 5000 gallons of onsite fuel storage. The heliport may not be used for commercial purposes and may only contain one helicopter at a time.
- Heliport has full unappealable zoning approvals from West Bradford Township
- Approved heliport has an 8,125 sq ft hangar.
- Approved helipad is 65ft x 65ft.
- No limitation on number of helicopter trips per day
- No limitation on time of day as to helicopter landings and departures
- Helipad permitted to be fully illuminated.
Of the 319 permitted helipads in Pennsylvania, this is the only known location on a residential parcel to be approved for a hangar, helipad, and on-site fuel storage; making this an irreplaceable asset.
Agricultural or Equine Area (MPA 3):
Referred to in the Easement is MPA 3, a 7.0 acre area intended for its own driveway access off of Northbrook Rd. permits any agricultural use that the West Bradford Zoning ordinance or the township would permit along with up to four separate apartments with each apartment not exceeding 1500 sq ft.
- The permitted uses within the MPA 3 include stables, barns, indoor riding rings, outdoor riding rings, cultivation of the soil, and the raising of animals.
- There is no limit to the number of buildings that can be constructed in MPA 3
- There is no limit on the size of the buildings.
- There is no limit on the impervious coverage in MPA 3.
Winery or additional Agricultural Area (MPA 4):
Facing the rising sun along its sloping topography sits MPA 4, a 1.0-acre area that permits everything permitted in the MPA 3, with the exception of an apartment. This area was strategically placed for the construction of a winery for wine production, tasting, and storage. Located immediately adjacent to the eastward facing topography of the Brandywine Conservation easement area, this land is ideal for growing a variety of grape varietals.
Existing Bank Barn and Farmhouse Area (Excluded Area 1):
Referred to as Excluded Area 1, this area includes 3.1 acres that fronts Camp Linden Road. Within this area lies the existing farmhouse and a late 1700s bank barn. Within this area, the existing barn which is not historic may be expanded or replaced without limitation of size or impervious coverage. A new single-family residential dwelling may be constructed with no limitation on square footage and no limitation on impervious coverage but with the requirement that the existing farmhouse would have to be demolished. This 3.1-acre area is permitted to be subdivided from the remainder of the parcel but may not be subdivided until 2032.
The current owner has completed plans for the construction of a traditional bank barn with modern functionality to replace the existing barn structure.
Approved Pond Area:
At the western portion of the property between MPA 3 and Excluded Area 3, sits the Approved Pond Area, as defined in the NALT easement. This area was chosen because the topography and drainage lend itself to the creation of a functioning pond. Permitted to be up to 1 acre in size this pond is the perfect buffer between the agricultural areas of MPA 3 and the approved residential dwelling for Excluded Area 3.
Residential Outparcel 1 (Excluded Area 3):
This is a 2 acre area referred to in the easement at Excluded Area 3. This area permits the construction of a single family residence with no limitations on size or impervious coverage. This home would have vehicular access by means of its own driveway off of Northbrook Road.
Residential Outparcel 2 (Excluded Area 2):
This is a 2 acre area referred to in the easement at Excluded Area 2. Excluded Area 2 consists of a 2-acre area with road frontage along Camp Linden. This area with its sloping topography provides the ideal location for a residence without having visibility of this house from the primary home site. Construction of a residence in Excluded Area 2 requires demolition of the residence in Excluded Area 1
Carriage House Expansion Area (Excluded Area 4):
This area is referred to in the easement as Excluded Area 4. Excluded Area 4 is approximately .7 acres in size and is located immediately next to the 2-acre parcel for the carriage house. This area’s sole intent is to permit the expansion of the carriage house lot without needing a side yard setback variance. Current ownership has completed plans for a meaningful renovation of the existing carriage house. This renovated structure would be just over 5000 ft.² in size and could be completed in about 12 months’ time, providing new owners with a place to live while they finalize their future plans for the entirety of the farm.
Grazing and Crop Area (SPA):
This area encompasses 51 acres and is the summation of all of the remaining acreage.
- Driveways up to 16ft wide
- Utility Improvements and Site Improvements to serve activities on the property
- Construction of run in sheds
- Total Impervious Coverage , excluding driveways and pond is limited to 5,000 square feet
Brandywine Conservancy Easement
The conversation easement is administered by the Brandywine Conservancy and is applicable to only 61.8 acres. The easement permits up to an aggregate of 3000 sq. ft of agricultural structures to be built within the eased area with no single agricultural structure exceeding 1000 sq. ft
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