Sports Illustrated Resort proposal heads back to the drawing board following public concerns from the Tuscaloosa community [Video]

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – The proposal to bring a Sports Illustrated Resort to Tuscaloosa has been delayed after the city council decided to table the development during their latest meeting.

This decision follows significant opposition from community members expressed during a recent public hearing.

Developers for the resort declined to comment after the meeting, stating they want to ensure the project is something the entire Tuscaloosa community can support. City leaders remain hopeful that a revised plan will be presented that addresses the concerns raised.

The project, which would be built along Rice Mine Road, faced pushback from local residents primarily over design and infrastructure concerns. One resident voiced worries about the design of the hotel, stating, “Tuscaloosa citizens have concerns about the hotel design, and additional due diligence is needed to address these issues.” Another resident added, “I think the additional proposal here would add a significant amount of traffic.”

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