The Radisson was not allowed to open, after it was found that the hotel was far larger than the size listed in original plans filed with New Castle County. For now it is, according to the county. Regulators and the county's Board of Adjustment believe developers figured they could do what they wished with no fear of the consequences. Some homes in Lea Eara suffered from serious construction problems. However, the two projects have to be dealt with on their individual merits.
Many residents take a common sense view of the situation that differs from the hard-line stance.
First of all, Council Council signed off on the hotel at a flood-prone site that should not have been developed in the first place. Only when the point of no return was reached did the game of hardball begin. It is also worth noting that others with a special interest are getting their two cents in on this matter. The association representing hotel and motel owners was not supportive, citing unfair competition. It's a natural stance to take, since the area looks like as if it is beginning to see a glut of high-end hotel rooms.