Redniss & Mead has been involved with the redevelopment of the Westport Inn site for more than a decade, guiding it through multiple ownership transitions and design iterations before its transformation into the Delamar Westport Hotel. The property, another split-zoned site with commercial frontage and a portion extending into a residential district, originally presented challenges because hotels were not permitted in residential zones. Beginning in 2008, we worked with the then-owner to create new zoning text that allowed redevelopment of the hotel, laying the foundation for future plans, even though those early proposals were not built.
When the property was later acquired by the Greenwich Hospitality Group team—known for the Delamar Greenwich Harbor, Delamar Southport, and other boutique hotels—we helped advance a new vision that balanced adaptive reuse with modern expansion. The existing rear building was preserved and renovated, while a significant addition provided updated accommodations including two- and three-bedroom suites designed for extended stays. The former ballroom was repurposed into a larger restaurant and dining area, enhancing the site’s hospitality offerings.
From an engineering perspective, the site required careful design to manage stormwater, grading, and utility connections within a constrained footprint bordered by wetlands. Our team coordinated with the Connecticut DOT on new curb cuts along Post Road East, addressed sewer approvals with the Water Pollution Control Authority, and navigated review with the Architectural Review Board. Although wetlands were present at the rear of the site, the design avoided additional approvals by minimizing disturbance—an example of strategic engineering to streamline the permitting path. Surveying services and ongoing site coordination further supported the project’s delivery.
The design team included Beinfield Architecture and Jim Randel, Esq. (Attorney), both longtime R&M collaborators. Construction was completed in July 2025, with Delamar Westport reopening as a fully reimagined hotel that brings new vitality to the Post Road hospitality facility.
Through strategic zoning work, engineering problem-solving, and permitting expertise, Redniss & Mead helped guide this high-profile redevelopment from concept to completion—ensuring a seamless transition from an aging inn to a landmark boutique hotel.
