Overview

This planned redevelopment will carry out the overarching vision of the Hickory Ridge Village Center Community Plan to position the village center so that it can remain a vibrant and viable amenity for the community for many years to come. That said, redevelopment does not happen overnight. Howard County requires a series of approval processes including public meetings. It also takes time to phase in construction. Now is the time to start the planning and approval process for the redevelopment of the Hickory Ridge Village Center. The Hickory Village Center opened in 1992, and the Center has dated architecture, poor layout for vehicular traffic, and limited visibility for the retailers within the center. In addition, there has been tremendous retail development in the Columbia market over the last 25 years which has brought increased competition and put stress on the village center concepts. Consistent with the Columbia Market Study, it is also important to introduce a mix of uses to the center, including Class A luxury, market ­rate apartments. This creates a more active center 24/7 environment, generates foot traffic for our merchants to thrive, and utilizes the existing developed area originally created in the Columbia master plan.

Highlights

• All private investment by Kimco with NO public money or contributions.
• $80 million investment in Village Center.
• Enhanced mixed-use center will be positioned for long-term success and keep the Village Center vibrant.
• Updated contemporary design and usable village green space.
• Smart growth – redeveloping an existing developed site is more environmentally responsible than greenfield development.
• Village Centers are evolving and need to change with the current and future retail trends.

 

ARCHITECT

Founded in 1977, Hord Coplan Macht is an award-winning multidisciplinary design firm headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland. Our architects, landscape architects and planners work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and share our collective experiences to create memorable places. At Hord Coplan Macht, we strive for the highest quality of design through the clarity of our ideas and sensitivity to the surrounding context. We draw inspiration from the fundamental understanding that humans connect with places they clearly and empathetically understand. We integrate the dreams and goals of stakeholders in crafting sustainable and meaningful places. As stewards of the land we are committed to achieving quality built environments informed by a deep seeded passion for excellence.

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CIVIL ENGINEER

As a strategic partner, Bohler Engineering integrates multiple disciplines of civil engineering to simplify the development process and provide our clients the information they need to make smart decisions. At Bohler, we go above and beyond what is typically expected from a consultant. We take the time to understand our client’s business and are known for our ability to consistently deliver the highest quality product and service in the industry. Bohler has an extensive portfolio of mixed-use projects including experience in Columbia.

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Upcoming Meetings

• January 15, 2020 at 6:30 pm - Zoning Board Hearing Continuation at the George Howard Building, 3430 Court House Drive, Ellicott City, MD
• January 29, 2020 at 6:30 pm - Zoning Board Hearing Continuation at the George Howard Building, 3430 Court House Drive, Ellicott City, MD

Past Meetings

• November 13, 2019 – Zoning Board Hearing Continuation at the George Howard Building, 3430 Court House Drive, Ellicott City, MD
• September 25, 2019 - Zoning Board Hearing Continuation at the George Howard Building, 3430 Court House Drive, Ellicott City, MD
• September 4, 2019 - Zoning Board Hearing Continuation was held at the George Howard Building, 3430 Court House Drive, Ellicott City, MD
• July 24, 2019 – Zoning Board Hearing was held at the George Howard Building, 3430 Court House Drive, Ellicott City, MD
• February 8, 2017 – Design Advisory Panel meeting will be held at the George Howard Building, 3430 Court House Drive, Ellicott City, Maryland.
• December 7, 2016 - Design Advisory Panel meeting was held at the George Howard Building, 3430 Court House Drive, Ellicott City, Maryland. We thank you for your attendance.
• September 27, 2016 - 2nd Pre-Submission Community Meeting was held at Atholton High School Auditorium. We thank you for your attendance and participation.

Meeting Minutes

• September 27, 2016 - 2nd Pre-Submission Community Meeting Minutes (PDF)
• March 23, 2016 - First Pre-Submission Community Meeting Minutes (PDF)

Site Plans & Renderings

• January 4, 2018 - Planning Board Presentation (PDF)
• September 27, 2016 - 2nd Pre-Submission Community Meeting Presentation (PDF)

Links

• Joint Center for Housing Studies Harvard University (PDF)

News

• A message regarding the closing of Luna Bella Ristorante:

  While we are unable to comment on the specifics of any particular tenant negotiations, Kimco generally seeks to renew any tenant who is in good credit standing and is managing their business well, as it’s in the best interest of both the community and the landlord to do so. While we were unfortunately not able to come to terms on a renewal with Luna Bella, we are working with the remaining tenants at Hickory Ridge to keep them at the center and minimize disruption during the redevelopment process. It is our goal with this redevelopment to provide the best possible tenant mix and shopping experience to the community, and although we understand that the loss of a local restaurant is a disappointment to many, Kimco continues to work towards the goal of providing a thriving retail environment at Hickory Ridge.