Properties by Carner Development Group

05/13/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our Twin Elms Informational Meeting last night. We appreciated the positivity and thoughtful engagement you brought to the conversation. It meant a lot to be able to share our plans and discuss your questions in person.

In the comments, you’ll find some of the graphics we presented, including our intended site plans. We’re excited to continue moving this project forward with a strong focus on community impact.

05/12/2026

📣 Reminder!
Our Twin Elms Community Informational Meeting is happening tonight at 6:00 PM at The Bank of East Aurora.
We look forward to seeing you there. Please note, the event will wrap up promptly at 7:00 PM.

📣 Community Information Meeting: Twin Elms Estate

Carner Development Group invites East Aurora residents to an informational meeting to learn more about the future of the Twin Elms Estate.

📅 May 12th, 2026 at 6PM
📍 The Bank, 649 Main Street

We welcome residents and neighbors to review project details and participate in an open Q&A session.

Topics include:

- Planned use of the property
- Special Use Permit overview
- Community impact
- Q&A

All community members are encouraged to attend.

05/07/2026

Last night, Carner Development Group’s owner and team presented our plans for the historic Twin Elms Estate. The Planning Board unanimously voted that the Town Board approve the special use permit and site plan.

We appreciate the public’s feedback and will continue refining our plans to ensure they comply with the town code. We will maintain collaboration with the building department and code enforcement to ensure all development remains within the boundaries of the Agricultural District.

The next step in the process is for the Town Board to schedule a public hearing on the proposed project. In addition to that hearing, Carner Development Group is holding a public informational meeting for interested community members on May 12th, at 6pm at The Bank of East Aurora. We welcome community input and engagement as this process moves forward.

04/29/2026

Press Release

Twin Elms Estate Glampground – Special Use Permit Submission Information

Carner Development Group initially went to the zoning board for approval in 2025 for a boutique hotel and event venue. That process required a zoning change that was ultimately not approved. While that was a setback, we strongly believe in the restoration and repurposing of this property and continued to look at alternatives for redevelopment.

After looking at the allowed uses per the town code, three options were presented for preliminary review to the planning board. One was a RV Campground, one was a Multi-Unit Housing Development, and one was a Glamping Campground Retreat utilizing the existing business Cardea Health as a wellness partner.

The Planning Board showed preference for the Glampground/ Campground Retreat over the other two proposed projects. A Special Use Permit has been formally submitted for a Wellness Glamping Campground Retreat. This is an allowed use under code. This is not a zoning change request.

We do believe in transparency and that those with concerns should always be heard. That’s what makes our community stronger. We are holding a public information meeting at The Bank of EA on May 12th to provide insight, clarity, and transparency. The event information can be found on our page, our website, and have a sign going up at Twin Elms Estate to make sure our non-digital neighbors are aware.

Redevelopment is always a tricky subject. As lifelong residents, We understand the need to ensure redevelopment is done thoughtfully and without dramatically changing the fabric of a community. We welcome constructive feedback and comments and will continue to work with the necessary Town Boards to move this project forward.

Sincerely,
Rachel Krajewski
President Carner Development Group

04/27/2026

📣 Community Information Meeting: Twin Elms Estate

Carner Development Group invites East Aurora residents to an informational meeting to learn more about the future of the Twin Elms Estate.

📅 May 12th, 2026 at 6PM
📍 The Bank, 649 Main Street

We welcome residents and neighbors to review project details and participate in an open Q&A session.

Topics include:

- Planned use of the property
- Special Use Permit overview
- Community impact
- Q&A

All community members are encouraged to attend.

04/10/2026

We are proud to welcome Dan Garvey as our new Director of Hospitality!

A lifelong East Aurora resident, Dan has spent nearly three decades shaping the village’s hospitality landscape, most notably through his leadership at the historic Roycroft Inn. His work has always centered on preserving local character, elevating service, and strengthening the connection between small businesses and the community they serve.

In this new role, Dan will guide hospitality operations across our growing portfolio, including food and beverage programming and event operations. His deep roots in East Aurora and his commitment to community‑driven service make him uniquely suited to help ensure our projects continue to complement and enhance the village and town.

We’re excited for the leadership, and insight Dan brings as we continue our mission of thoughtful development and historic preservation.

04/01/2026

✨ A proud moment for Carner Development Group as a small business ✨

Last week at the Greater East Aurora Chamber of Commerce's Annual Business Excellence Awards, our President, Rachel Krajewski, was honored as 2026 Small Businessperson of the Year. 🏆

This recognition reflects more than business success, it celebrates Rachel’s commitment to protecting the character and future of East Aurora. Through CDG, she has made historic preservation and thoughtful redevelopment a cornerstone of our work, ensuring that East Aurora’s landmarks continue to serve residents, visitors, and local businesses for generations to come.

Under Rachel’s leadership, CDG is leading the initiative to establish a state–recognized Commercial Historic District in East Aurora. We’re incredibly proud to be part of a team led by someone who champions the importance of small business and community-first development.

Thank you to the Chamber for recognizing the role small businesses play in shaping East Aurora, and please join us in congratulating Rachel on this well-deserved honor! 👏

03/26/2026

02/01/2026

01/30/2026

11/18/2025

On Monday, we at Carner Development Group shared plans with the Village Board to fund a feasibility study for a proposed National Historic District focused solely on commercial buildings along Main Street in East Aurora.

Read our full statement below to learn more about the goals, benefits, and what this means for our community:

"Carner Development Group has announced plans to fund a feasibility study for a National Historical District which would be comprised solely of commercial buildings on Main Street in the village of East Aurora. This will remove the cost from the village where the Historic Preservation Commission had requested funding to apply for grants.

CDG President Rachel Krajewski stated, " We are continuing to fulfil our mission of preservation and repurposing historic landmarks. The benefits to our community are twofold; the appeal of a historic district in East Aurora fuels tourism and hospitality spending in the town and village and the tax credits, that owners can apply for, aid to upkeep and renovate qualifying buildings. We want to make it very clear that participation is voluntary and other commercial property owners will not be required to participate in the program."

Highlights of the National District include:
- Buildings that choose not to participate will face no restrictions. If a property opts out of pursuing tax credits, it is not required to coordinate with the State Historic Preservation Organization for exterior modifications. Instead, it simply adheres to existing village code.
- If interested, individual buildings may apply for tax credits and participate in the program.
- Establishing a National District lowers the barrier to entry for individual buyers and small-scale developers, making it easier to acquire historic properties and access funding for their restoration. A potential example of such a project is The Globe Building.

On Monday evening, Carner Development Group presented a brief overview to the Village Board, formally announcing their plans for the proposed district. Public outreach and education efforts for property owners and local businesses within the area will be scheduled to begin after the Thanksgiving holiday. The project work will be carried out by Clinton Brown Company Architects."