The Jeff Wyler Automotive Family this week released additional information regarding major land acquisitions worth millions of dollars.
The organization purchased three parcels of land under the DWSB, LLC, on Dixie Highway between September 2025 and February 2026 for future redevelopment, according to a news release and property records. This announcement follows the purchases of two other land parcels back in December.
The organization paid more than $14.32 million for all three parcels combined, according to property records.
“This acquisition represents a forward-looking investment in Fort Wright and the surrounding communities,” David Wyler, CEO of the Jeff Wyler Automotive Family, said in a press release. “We are committed to responsible development that enhances the local landscape, supports economic growth and delivers long-term value for our customers and neighbors.”
The three properties on Dixie Highway are all next to each other on the former sites of a Days Inn on 1937 Dixie Highway, an Atlas Home Gym on 1939 Dixie Highway and an old Infiniti dealership on 1945 Dixie Highway. The details of the developments haven’t been released yet, but the company has already begun cleanup, site prep and due diligence.
A portion of the funding for the site comes from the Kenton County Community Redevelopment Fund. The fund was developed with the help of the Northern Kentucky Catalytic Fund, a private nonprofit that specializes in redeveloping land that conventional developers would find unappealing.
Cities can request funding from the county so long as it’s tied to a particular development project, and the city can match 10% of the contribution. In this case, the city will provide $150,000 from its tax increment financing district fund in addition to the county’s contribution of $1.35 million.
“They (Jeff Wyler Auto) recognize how important this corridor is not just to Fort Wright but the entire region,” Fort Wright Mayor Dave Hatter said. “They have chosen to make a significant investment in our community, and we believe it will bring positive change and improve the quality of life for our residents.”
More information about the developments will be released in the future.