Planning Commission
Summary
The Halifax Township Planning Commission met on June 4, 2018, with members Flo Mallonee, Randy Paul, Dwight Hoffman, and Chad Lebo present, along with Engineer Tom Wilson and Solicitor Bruce Warshawsky. The session focused on a new land development application, ongoing revisions to the subdivision ordinance, and a vacancy on the commission following a resignation.
- Lisi Shell Station land development plan accepted (4-0): The commission unanimously voted to accept the Lisi Shell Station new retail store land development plan for formal review.
- Boeckelmann setback waiver and stormwater exemption: Resident Colleen Boeckelmann sought guidance on obtaining rear yard setback waivers on the east and north sides of her property to replace a one-bay garage with a three-bay garage. The commission determined the project would stay under 1,000 sq. ft. of impervious coverage and directed her to complete a Stormwater Management Exemption form for a Board of Supervisors vote on June 11.
- SALDO private roads language under revision: Solicitor Bruce Warshawsky will revise the definitions section of the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance regarding private roads. Flag lots were added to the next meeting's agenda.
- Fred Ford resignation creates commission vacancy: The township received notice of Fred Ford's resignation from the Planning Commission. A township resident has already applied for the seat, with the appointment on the Board of Supervisors' June 11 agenda.
- July meeting rescheduled (4-0): The commission unanimously moved its July meeting to July 9 at 6:00 p.m.
Who was there
Flo Mallonee (PC Member) · Randy Paul (PC Member) · Dwight Hoffman (PC Member) · Chad Lebo (PC Member) · Tom Wilson (Engineer) · Bruce Warshawsky (Solicitor)
Public comments
Meeting business
Approval of Minutes
Randy Paul motioned and Dwight Hoffman seconded to approve the Planning Commission minutes of April 2, 2018.
Business from the Floor/Public Comment
Colleen Boeckelmann requested approval of rear yard setback waivers on the east and north sides of her property to replace a one-bay garage with a three-bay garage, along with a stormwater management exemption. After discussion, it was determined the project would be under 1,000 feet of impervious coverage, so she would need to complete a Stormwater Management Exemption form for a Supervisors vote at their June 11 meeting.
Old Business
After discussion, Solicitor Bruce Warshawsky will redo the definitions of the SALDO. Flag Lots will be placed on the agenda for next month.
New Business
Randy Paul motioned and Chad Lebo seconded to accept the Lisi Shell Station Land Development Plan for review. Motion carried 4-0.
The Township was notified of Fred Ford's resignation from the Planning Commission. A township resident has submitted an application for consideration, with the item on the agenda at the next Board of Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2018 at 7:00 pm.
Chad Lebo motioned and Randy Paul seconded to change the July Planning Commission meeting date to July 9 at 6:00 pm. Motion carried 4-0.
Adjournment
Randy Paul motioned and Chad Lebo seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:35 pm.
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