White Clay Point Is Back on the Table in New Garden Township

White Clay Point is moving from talk to tangible progress in New Garden Township. In January 2026, Stonewall Capital closed on a major portion of the site, roughly $15 million for about 187 acres at 9060 Gap Newport Pike. That closing marks a milestone that shifts the project into early pre-construction planning. The current plan calls for 622 residential units paired with commercial space, including neighborhood retail and most likely a Wawa. Square footage figures for the commercial component vary across reports as the plan continues to evolve, but the overall footprint is consistently described as 220+ acres when including all discussed development area.

The site carries a long history that fuels both expectation and skepticism. Earlier versions pushed big-box retail in the early 2000s, followed by legal settlements and revisions that reshaped what could be built. Township archives reference prior approvals and settlement documents, which is why residents who’ve tracked this for years remain cautious until equipment actually appears. Late 2025 reporting identified Lennar as the proposed builder, giving the project a clearer path forward. Large builders bring standardized phasing, infrastructure coordination, and delivery timelines. Public estimates suggest buildout could span six to eight years rather than arriving all at once.

The December 15, 2025 township agenda packet shows a motion to enter a second amendment to the existing settlement, with conditions addressing pressure points: engineering oversight for disputes, and a phasing schedule that requires road improvements before final land development. The same packet mentions proposed funding for New Garden Hills Park access and contributions, framing part of the project as a broader public-benefit package rather than just housing and retail. Traffic remains the headline concern—Route 41 and nearby roads could become cut-through corridors, changing daily commutes and neighborhoods.

Let’s move Pennsylvania forward.