Development News for Warrington, Pennsylvania

Little Pickerton Farm Rezoning Petition Tabled for Further Review

The Planning Commission reviewed a petition to rezone approximately 8.23 acres of land from RA (Residential Agriculture) to R3 (Residential) at 3679 Pickerton Road. The applicant, Little Pickerton Farm LLC, proposes to subdivide the property into two lots for single-family homes after rezoning. The property is currently surrounded by R3 zoned properties on three sides and R1 on the fourth. The commission discussed the potential impact on traffic, stormwater management, and the existing structures on the property. They noted that the entire 8.23 acres would be zoned R3, not just the two proposed lots. The discussion also touched upon the history of zoning in the area, the potential for a master plan for the entire R3 zone, and concerns regarding the existing structures and their conformance with zoning. The commission decided to table the matter until the July 2nd meeting to allow for further investigation into the conformance of the existing parcel and to ensure all questions are answered before presenting a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors.

Planning Commission Considers Future Ordinance Amendments and Addresses Catering Hall Issues

The Planning Commission discussed potential future ordinance amendments, including those for food trucks, data centers, and transient retail. They identified that data centers are not currently addressed in the township zoning. The commission also reviewed issues related to the "Fire One" catering hall, including potential unauthorized uses such as food trucks and the need to address parking and operational approvals. Discussions also covered the historical context of zoning and land use in the township, including the transition from large RA zones to smaller residential zones.