Hallō Nelson
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Hallō Nelson is a proposed $500 million luxury residential and resort development in Nelson, British Columbia, led by Vancouver-based Hallō Properties.[1] The project, announced in 2024, aims to redevelop the 105-year-old Granite Pointe Golf Club into a high-end golf resort, residential community, and commercial hub.[2] It has generated significant controversy, with community opposition citing concerns over affordability, gentrification, and environmental impact.[3]
Overview
Development Plans
Hallō Nelson is a mixed-use resort-style community planned on a 130-acre site.[4] Key components include:
- Over 300 residential units, with townhomes starting at $1.95 million.[5]
- An 18-hole golf course, originally branded as The Dodger and designed by Doug Carrick, under management by Troon Golf.[6]
- Two boutique hotels and a commercial district with high-end retail and restaurants.[7]
- Resort amenities, including a thermal spa, fitness center, and an outdoor skating rink.[8]
The Dodger Name Reversal
The golf course was initially named "The Dodger", referencing American Vietnam War draft dodgers who settled in Nelson during the 1960s and 1970s.[9] However, the name was quietly dropped in late 2024 following public backlash, with critics arguing that it was politically charged and historically inaccurate.[10] Hallō Properties never formally acknowledged the reversal, and the project is now simply referred to as Hallō Nelson Golf.[11]
Public Reaction & Controversy
Community Opposition
Hallō Nelson has been met with strong resistance from local residents and housing advocates, who argue that the project:
- Exacerbates housing inequality – The starting price of $1.95 million is out of reach for most Nelson residents, where the average home price is $679,000.[12]
- Promotes gentrification – Critics claim the development is targeted at wealthy out-of-town buyers, rather than addressing Nelson’s near-zero rental vacancy rate.[13]
- Poses environmental risks – Concerns have been raised about habitat destruction, increased traffic, and carbon emissions linked to luxury tourism expansion.[14]
- Lacks transparency – Many residents feel that Hallō Properties engaged in limited community consultation before advancing key decisions.[15]
A petition against the project, titled "Stop the Hallō Nelson Development – Housing for All, Not for the Few," has received over 2,400 signatures.[16]
Economic & Political Debate
Supporters of the project, including Hallō Properties and local officials, argue that Hallō Nelson will:
- Boost Nelson’s economy through tourism, job creation, and increased tax revenue.[17]
- Expand resort-based housing options, attracting affluent buyers and retirees.[18]
- Provide community benefits, such as a $1,000-per-unit donation to Nelson’s Affordable Housing Fund.[19]
Status & Future Outlook
As of 2025, Hallō Nelson remains in early development stages. The first phase of construction, 24 luxury townhomes, is expected to begin in mid-2025.[20] However, community opposition and regulatory challenges could impact the timeline.[21]
References
- ↑ Vancouver Sun, Oct. 16, 2024. "Big Plans for Luxury Golf Resort Development Unveiled in Nelson."
- ↑ Globe & Mail, Sept. 6, 2024. "Small B.C. Town Woos the Luxury Buyer."
- ↑ Western Investor, Oct. 10, 2024. "Developer Partners with Golf Club to Transform Community Course."
- ↑ Trend Hunter, July 30, 2024. "Hallō Properties Launches Hallō Nelson in Nelson, British Columbia."
- ↑ Globe & Mail, Sept. 6, 2024. "Small B.C. Town Woos the Luxury Buyer."
- ↑ ScoreGolf, Sept. 14, 2024. "Doug Carrick Set to Craft Another B.C. Mountain Course, This One Managed by Troon."
- ↑ British Columbia Golf, Aug. 12, 2024. "Doug Carrick Returns to B.C. to Design Hallō Nelson Course."
- ↑ Fairways Golf, Sept. 17, 2024. "Carrick Design Set to Begin New Course at Hallō Nelson in B.C."
- ↑ Western Investor, Oct. 10, 2024. "Developer Partners with Golf Club to Transform Community Course."
- ↑ Nelson Star, Jan. 31, 2025. "Nelson Housing Group is Building to Meet Community Needs."
- ↑ Western Investor, Oct. 10, 2024. "Developer Partners with Golf Club to Transform Community Course."
- ↑ Globe & Mail, Sept. 6, 2024. "Small B.C. Town Woos the Luxury Buyer."
- ↑ Nelson Star, Jan. 31, 2025. "Nelson Housing Group is Building to Meet Community Needs."
- ↑ Fairways Golf, Sept. 17, 2024. "Carrick Design Set to Begin New Course at Hallō Nelson in B.C."
- ↑ Western Investor, Oct. 10, 2024. "Developer Partners with Golf Club to Transform Community Course."
- ↑ Change.org, Ongoing. "Stop the Hallō Nelson Development – Housing for All, Not for the Few."
- ↑ Vancouver Sun, Oct. 16, 2024. "Big Plans for Luxury Golf Resort Development Unveiled in Nelson."
- ↑ Trend Hunter, July 30, 2024. "Hallō Properties Launches Hallō Nelson in Nelson, British Columbia."
- ↑ Globe & Mail, Sept. 6, 2024. "Small B.C. Town Woos the Luxury Buyer."
- ↑ British Columbia Golf, Aug. 12, 2024. "Doug Carrick Returns to B.C. to Design Hallō Nelson Course."
- ↑ Western Investor, Oct. 10, 2024. "Developer Partners with Golf Club to Transform Community Course."
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