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Construction on the dual-brand Marriott hotel in Shreveport has resumed after a period of financial difficulties. The hotel, featuring Springhill Suites and TownPlace Suites, will offer 216 rooms and a Boston’s Pizza. Despite challenges with outstanding taxes, local stakeholders remain hopeful for the project’s future.
Shreveport, Louisiana – Following a tumultuous period marked by financial difficulties and regulatory hurdles, construction on the dual-brand Marriott hotel located at 1419 East 70th Street has resumed. The hotel development is set to feature Springhill Suites and TownPlace Suites, boasting a total of 216 rooms, including 99 extended-stay rooms equipped with kitchens and 117 suites furnished with mini fridges and microwaves.
In addition to guest accommodations, the hotel will house a Boston’s Pizza restaurant and sports bar, further enhancing the dining options available to visitors and local residents. Despite the progress, challenges persist, notably with outstanding property taxes and liens against the property totaling over $351,400.29.
According to Larry Williams, the senior owner’s representative for D Shiri LLC, construction workers have been back on-site with the objective of completing the hotel by the late third quarter of 2025. Current activities on the site involve site work, which includes improvements to the exterior of the building and the parking lot.
Marriott signage has been installed on the property but will remain unlit until the hotel’s opening approaches. The City of Shreveport’s Chief Building Official, Mike Sepulvado, has mandated updated project plans from the developers, which have since been submitted and are undergoing review by both the city and the state fire marshal. Despite having secured all necessary permits, the status of inspections remains uncertain at this time.
The construction of the hotel has proven complicated, with issues arising from the coordination of various contractors and inspection processes. As of 2024, the property has unpaid taxes totaling $168,852, and a looming deadline of June 3 threatens to initiate a tax sale if the debts are not settled. A taxation-related inquiry revealed that an attorney had previously purchased the hotel at tax sale in 2023, but ownership was later reclaimed by D Shiri.
In addition to tax concerns, several liens against the property have been filed due to unpaid work on the project, resulting in various contractors withdrawing from the development. The complexities involved with larger hotel projects, as noted by Williams, are often tied to financial and operational challenges.
Management for D Shiri LLC is provided by Amandeep and Jagmohan Dhillon, who communicate a wealth of experience in the hospitality sector. However, the selection of new general contractors faces difficulties, including expired permits requiring renewal before any further work can be undertaken.
As the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office prepares for a potential tax sale due to outstanding property taxes, local stakeholders are hopeful that the hotel project will eventually flourish, becoming a vibrant addition to the Shreveport community by creating jobs and generating tax revenue. Nevertheless, the path to completion remains fraught with obstacles, underlining the financial strains faced by hotel developments amidst evolving economic and regulatory landscapes.
Overall, while there is cautious optimism surrounding the Marriott dual hotel project, continued attention to the multiple financial and operational issues will be critical in determining its future viability and impact on the local economy.
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