Concerns about the proposed $500-million Hallō development at Granite Point Golf Course pushed Nelson city council to amend its new Official Community Plan (OCP). The plan was officially adopted Tuesday after a lengthy debate and a public hearing held before the Sept. 9 regular council meeting. At the hearing, several residents urged council to change section 4.9 of the draft plan, which outlined possible redevelopment of the golf course site. In 2024, Vancouver-based developer Hallō Properties announced plans for a $500-million residential community at the golf course, prompting widespread criticism. It doesn’t fit right now and he has no zoning.”After hours of discussion, council adopted the plan with an amendment to section 4.9.