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January 29, 2012

No timetable for opening

DAN HEATH Press-Republican The Press Republican Sun Jan 29, 2012, 02:28 AM EST

PLATTSBURGH — Work is progressing on a new Della Toyota dealership at the Della Auto group complex on Route 3 in the Town of Plattsburgh.

The metal framework of the building is taking shape behind the Della Honda building on the northern part of the property. Plans approved by the Town of Plattsburgh Planning Board call for an approximately 20,000-square-foot building, with room for a 3,900-foot expansion.

Della Auto Group owner Michael Della Bella said he couldn't reveal any timeline on when the dealership might open or what would happen with the present location on Route 9 in the Town of Plattsburgh, the former Garrands Toyota.

The plans call for a layout similar to Della Honda, with displays and offices in front and a drive-in service area in back.

Della Bella acquired the former Garrands Toyota/Scion dealership in 2009. Jerry Garrand opened that Toyota dealership in 1973 and added the Scion line in 2005.

According to the Della Auto Group website, Della Honda opened at 319 Cornelia St. in the City of Plattsburgh in 1996. The present location first welcomed business in 2004.

Della Suzuki opened next door in 2006. That included Della Motorsports, a Polaris dealership.

The Della Auto Group also includes D'ella Buick GMC Cadillac and D'ella Honda of Glens Falls, both in Queensbury, and Christopher Chevrolet Buick in Ticonderoga.

Email Dan Heath at:

dheath@pressrepublican.com