Maryland Supreme Court Rules on Harborplace Ballot Measure
- The Maryland Supreme Court ruled that a ballot question about the redevelopment of the Inner Harbor's Harborplace can be counted for votes.
- This ruling overturns a previous decision by an Anne Arundel County judge, who found the ballot Question F unconstitutional.
- Voters will now have the opportunity to decide on rezoning portions of the Inner Harbor for development by MCB Real Estate.
In Baltimore, Maryland, a recent ruling by the state's Supreme Court has allowed a ballot question regarding the redevelopment of the Inner Harbor's Harborplace to proceed to a vote. This decision overturns a previous ruling from an Anne Arundel County judge, who deemed the ballot Question F unconstitutional. The question posed to voters concerns the rezoning of certain areas of the Inner Harbor to facilitate development by MCB Real Estate, a private company. The Supreme Court's ruling signifies a pivotal moment for the future of the Inner Harbor, which has been a focal point for urban development and community engagement in Baltimore. The outcome of the vote will determine whether the proposed plans for rebuilding the Harborplace will be realized, reflecting the community's stance on urban development and private investment in public spaces.