Council approves multiple development plans, property exchange and code changes; overturns HPC denial for downtown signage

Delaware City Council on April 20 approved a series of development plans and ordinances covering subdivision sections, a new Kroger Marketplace and a property exchange with the school district, and overturned a Historic Preservation Commission denial for second‑floor window decals in the downtown historic overlay.

Why it matters: The votes clear several large residential sections for construction in growing parts of the city, authorize a major supermarket and fuel center site plan at Glen Road and Sunbury Road, and allow the city and Delaware City Schools to proceed with a real‑estate exchange the city attorney said appraisals showed to be of equal value. Council’s decision to overturn the HPC’s denial also clarifies how downtown signage requests for upper floors will be handled going forward.

Most consequential votes and key details

- Terra Alta, Section 12 (Resolution 25‑21): Council approved the development plan for about 32.6 acres with 57 single‑family lots, sidewalks on both sides of streets, street trees and a clubhouse with pool house and parking. Motion: Mr. Shaffer; second: Mr. Bridal. Roll call: Haynes Yes; Hoffman Yes; Rider (Reiter) Yes; Fraser Yes; Vice Mayor Shaffer Yes; Mayor Bridal Yes. Outcome: approved.

- 4 Seasons at Addison Farms, Section 3 (Resolution 25‑22): Council approved 49 single‑family lots on about 12.41 acres in a 55+ deed‑restricted community; staff recommended approval with conditions. Motion: Mr. Schaffer; second: Ms. Fraser. Roll call: Haynes Yes; Hoffman Yes; Reiter Yes; Fraser Yes; Vice Mayor Shaffer Yes; Mayor Riggle Yes. Outcome: approved.

- Kroger Marketplace and Fuel Center (Resolution 25‑23):…