Councilman?s bill would block Costco

A Baltimore County councilman said his battle to block construction of a Costco in the Hillendale area ? and protect other “precious” manufacturing parcels from inappropriate uses ? may be an uphill struggle.

Councilman Vince Gardina, D-District 5, said other council members aren?t supporting his proposal to ban membership warehouse-style retailers from land zoned for light manufacturing. Gardina said he wants to stop Costco from building a store in the 1100 block of Taylor Avenue because of complaints from nearby residents.