OCEAN CITY — A spokesperson for the Norcross family has confirmed that Phil Norcross has offered to buy the site of the former Wonderland amusement park on the Boardwalk, with a plan for residential development.

“As a longtime Ocean City homeowner who is committed to the future of the city, Phil believes there is a great opportunity to redevelop Wonderland Pier and maintain Ocean City as America’s Greatest Family Resort,” said Daniel F. Fee, an attorney who described himself as a spokesman for the Norcross family. “The addition of new, high-end townhome options will help ensure the next generation can build memories in the city, just as his family has.”

Eustace Mita, a hotelier and developer whose proposal for a 252-room hotel at the site dominated Ocean City news this year, said Friday

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