Zoning Hearing Board - 2026-03-16
Denies Variance for Subdivision at 928 West Chew Street
What happened
The Allentown Zoning Hearing Board denied a variance application for 928 West Chew Street to subdivide a 4,600 sq ft lot into two lots and construct a new single-family dwelling on the rear lot fronting Oak Street.
- Jurisdiction
- Allentown, PA
- Governing body
- Final authority
- Date
- March 16, 2026
- Decisions
- 1 zoning decision
- Outcome
- Denied
Meeting Summary
The Allentown Zoning Hearing Board denied a variance application for 928 West Chew Street to subdivide a 4,600 sq ft lot into two lots and construct a new single-family dwelling on the rear lot fronting Oak Street.
Key Decisions (1)
Variance for Subdivision at 928 West Chew Street
Development Activity (1)
928 West Chew Street Subdivision
Residential
Market Signals (2)
Housing Demand
Applicant testified that Allentown has a housing shortage and proposed…
Sentiment
Board expressed concern about expanding nonconformities in historic districts and…
Agenda scorecard
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