HUNT VALLEY, Md. — A significant proposal is on the table to construct nearly 300 townhomes on the former Delta Hotel in Hunt Valley site. As the community prepares for a crucial input meeting scheduled for tomorrow evening, residents are sharing their thoughts on the development plan.
The Delta site, previously known as the Hunt Valley Inn, has been vacant for just over a year, located at the southeast corner of Shawan Road and I-83. The proposed project includes the construction of 126 single-family townhomes, part of a broader initiative to expand housing options in the area.
Developer Shawan and consultant Kimley Horn are at the helm of the project, which has garnered significant attention. According to reports from the Baltimore Sun, they have already secured a $28 million mortgage and financing deal to kickstart renovations on the site.
Local residents have expressed varying opinions about the proposal. Many view the addition of townhomes as a positive step towards addressing the existing housing shortage. Minchi Phillips, a Hunt Valley resident, remarked, “I don’t think it’s a bad idea because these days it seems like there’s a shortage of rental properties and all that.” Similarly, Greg Chester noted that the area requires more housing options to align with current purchasing and rental costs.
The proposed development’s location adds to its appeal, as it is only minutes from the Hunt Valley Towne Centre. Residents believe this convenience could enhance business and lifestyle opportunities. One local enthusiastically stated, “People can walk to their shopping and restaurants and stuff.”
Despite the optimism surrounding the project, not all feedback has been positive. Comments on WMAR 2 News’ Facebook page reveal concerns about increased traffic and its potential impact on local schools. One commenter warned, “More traffic, more burden on schools,” while another expressed that “traffic is already insane.”
Children residing in the new townhomes would attend Dulaney High School in Cockeysville, which may also feel the effects of the development.
This project is currently in its early stages, and the Baltimore County Government is hosting a community input meeting to discuss the development further. The meeting is set for 7 PM tomorrow at Embassy Suites in Hunt Valley, and community members are encouraged to voice their opinions and concerns.
