Planning in the Claymont Area

Claymont, Delaware, and its surrounding communities, encompass lands that have seen significant periods of change since early settlement, centuries ago. Today, greater Claymont’s land, buildings, and other infrastructure reflects the layers of history. Parkland and creeks, residential neighborhoods, commercial corridors, varied industrial activity, interstates and local roads mark the landscape.

Two recent community plans, the North Claymont Area Master Plan (NCAMP), adopted in 2017 and Governor Printz Boulevard Corridor Study (GPBCS), adopted in 2021, were undertaken to envision a future that would best meet the needs and desires of diverse stakeholders in these areas of New Castle County. In 2023, WILMAPCO is beginning a third community plan for the center and southern areas of Claymont.

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What’s new: Transportation Workshop May 14, 2025, 6-8 p.m.

Join us for a discussion on the draft concepts for improved transportation along the Philadelphia Pike Corridor. This event provides an opportunity for community members to share their opinions and contribute to the development of safer and more efficient transportation options.

  • When: Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 6-8 p.m.
    • 6-6:30 p.m. – Sign-in/displays
    • 6:30 p.m. – Presentation/Q&A
    • 7:30-8 p.m. – Comments/displays
  • Where: The Waterfall, 3416 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703.
  • What: Three draft concepts have been developed for the Philadelphia Pike Corridor based on community input, traffic analysis, and best practices for safe transportation.
    1. Complete Streets Improvements – Scenario 1 – Enhances existing lanes while improving crosswalks, bus stops, and bike lanes to promote a pedestrian-friendly environment.
    2. Extend Road Diet – Scenario 2 – Proposes extending and enhancing the road diet to improve safety for all users.
    3. Governor Printz Roundabout – Scenario 3  – Designed to integrate with either of the first two concepts, the roundabout aims to improve safety and traffic flow at the intersection.

This workshop is presented by several organizations committed to fostering community involvement, including Claymont Renaissance Development Corporation, DelDOT, DART First State, New Castle County, and WILMAPCO. For further details, please read our FAQ or call 302-737-6205 ext 118.

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Transportation Workshop May 14, 2025, 6-8 p.m.

Claymont Area Master Plan Transportation Public Workshop

Join us for a discussion on the draft concepts for improved transportation along the Philadelphia Pike Corridor. This event provides an opportunity for community members to share their opinions and contribute to the development of safer and more efficient transportation options. The workshop will be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 6-8 p.m., at The Waterfall, 3416 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703. A presentation and Q&A will begin at 6:30 p.m. Displays will be available from 6-6:30 p.m. and 7:30-8 p.m.

Three draft concepts have been developed for the Philadelphia Pike Corridor based on community input, traffic analysis, and best practices for safe transportation.

Draft Concepts

  1. Complete Streets Improvements – Scenario 1
    • Enhances existing lanes while improving crosswalks, bus stops, and bike lanes to promote a pedestrian-friendly environment.
  2. Extend Road Diet – Scenario 2
    • Proposes extending and enhancing the road diet to improve safety for all users.
  3. Governor Printz Roundabout – Scenario 3 
    • Designed to integrate with either of the first two concepts, the roundabout aims to improve safety and traffic flow at the intersection.

This workshop is presented by several organizations committed to fostering community involvement, including Claymont Renaissance Development Corporation, DelDOT, DART First State, New Castle County, and WILMAPCO. For further details, please read our FAQ or call 302-737-6205 ext 118.

 

Recommendations Workshop October 28, 2024, 4-7 p.m.

Scenarios Public Workshop - May 20, 2024, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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Monday, May 20 | Claymont Fire Hall | Drop by between 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Join us for an Open House Public Workhop to share your feedback about planning, land use, and transportation for the greater Claymont area.

DRAFT TRANSPORTATION AND LAND USE IDEAS WILL BE SHARED!

PRESENTED BY:
  • Claymont Renaissance Development Corporation
  • DelDOT
  • DART First State
  • New Castle County
  • WILMAPCO
TO LEARN MORE:
  • Visit www.wilmapco.org/claymont
  • Call 302-737-6205 ext 118
  • ¿Necesitas un intérprete? ¡Llamanos al 302-737-6205 x110!
  • Child-friendly activities will be available
  • WILMAPCO encourages all members of the community to participate in this event. If because of a language need or disability you require assistance please let us know. Contact our office at: wilmapco@wilmapco.org or 302-737-6205 no later than three business days before the event. We will endeavor to provide a service to help meet your needs.

Visioning Workshop - February 29, 2024, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Workshop materials

Let’s leap into the future and envision Claymont!

Join us on Thursday, February 29 at Archmere Academy for the Claymont Area Master Plan Visioning Workshop. Provide feedback on current and desired transportation and land use in Claymont. Join other residents, business owners, and stakeholders to discuss the community’s transportation needs and identify priorities for future growth and development. Help shape the master plan for the Claymont area, ensuring that it reflects the values and needs of the people who live and work there. The workshop will be held at the Archmere Academy Patio, 3600 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703. Sign-in and open-house displays will be available between 6:30-7 p.m. Beginning at 7 p.m., the interactive event will have a short presentation followed by roundtable discussion.

Thursday, February 29
Archmere Academy
The Patio, 3600 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703
6:30-7 p.m. – Sign-in and Open House
7-8:30 p.m. – Presentation and Discussion

Workshop Flyer (pdf)

Claymont Area Master Plan

Claymont Area Master Plan

Over the next year, WILMAPCO, Claymont Renaissance Development Corporation, New Castle County, and DelDOT will work with the community to understand the area’s opportunities and find solutions for providing well-designed multimodal connectivity and a sense of place from a future community center to the surrounding neighborhoods, train station, parks, greenways, and other community resources.

Suggested objectives have been identified and will be refined through a community visioning process:

• Develop a vision for a walkable, memorable center in Claymont

• Identify the appropriate future land use and zoning to encourage redevelopment at key nodes throughout the center

• Weave together potential development nodes with consistent streetscape ideas and urban design practices

• Prioritize multimodal connections that expand transportation options locally and regionally

• Capitalize on existing and potential partnerships to celebrate the past while moving Claymont forward

Public Visioning Workshop

A Visioning Workshop will be held on February 29th, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Archmere Academy Patio, 3600 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, Delaware.

Workshop Flyer (pdf)

Learn more:

Claymont Area Master Plan Study Area

 

Governor Printz Corridor Study and North Claymont Monitoring

 

Governor Printz Corridor Study and North Claymont Monitoring: interactive maps, 2024 report, 2023 report

A monitoring process was established in 2023 to keep the prior plans updated and promote implementation. Objectives for the ongoing monitoring process include:
• Track the status of Transportation Improvements, Land Use, Crashes/Safety, Pedestrian/Bicycle Connectivity, Transit, Traffic, and Demographics
• Identify issues that require coordination between two or more Monitoring Committee organizations
• Determine whether Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) / Capital Transportation Program (CTP) schedule changes should be made for projects recommended in plans
• Determine potential modifications to the plans’ preferred scenario, vision, goals, and/or recommendations

Progress and changes include:

  • Logistics sites planned in north Claymont (Tri-State Mall site and First State Crossing)
  • Fox Point State Park connection and entrance improvements planned
  • Claymont Regional Transportation Center (CRTC) completed
  • UD Coastal Resilience Design Studio developed concept for riverfront park at First State Crossing
Prior Planning in Claymont

Prior Planning in Claymont

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