Motion to open public hearing for consideration of Ordinance 2023-03 to change zoning district classification from commercial (C) to low-density residential (R) for parcel tax ID numbers 12.116701, 12.116702, 12.116703, 12.116704, 12.116705, and 12.116706; and to change the zoning district classification for parcel 12.94172 from low-density residential (R-1) to commercial (C).
PassedMotion to close public hearing for consideration of Ordinance 2023-03.
PassedMotion to approve Ordinance 2023-03 to change zoning district classification from commercial (C) to low-density residential (R) for parcel tax ID numbers 12.116701, 12.116702, 12.116703, 12.116704, 12.116705, and 12.116706; and to change the zoning district classification for parcel 12.94172 from low-density residential (R-1) to commercial (C).
Concerns about the proposed zoning changes and their potential impact on property values.
Update on the Laurel Lake Dam project and its status.
The approved ordinances and resolutions may impact property values, traffic flow, and public safety in the affected areas.
A zoning district is a geographic area designated for specific land uses, such as residential, commercial, or industrial. The classification determines what types of development are allowed in that area.
Act 537 refers to the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, which requires municipalities to establish a central sewage (sewer) service area for new developments. This ensures that all properties within the service area have access to sewer services.
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Motion to open public hearing for consideration of Ordinance 2023-04 to amend Chapter 425 of the Code of Ordinances of Pocono Township, amending Article IV, Traffic Regulations, adding truck traffic restrictions for Bartonsville Avenue and Beehler Road, and repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent herewith.
PassedMotion to close public hearing for consideration of Ordinance 2023-04.
PassedMotion to approve Ordinance 2023-04 amending Chapter 425 of the Code of Ordinances of Pocono Township, amending Article IV, Traffic Regulations, adding truck traffic restrictions for Bartonsville Avenue and Beehler Road, and repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent herewith.
PassedMotion to open public hearing for consideration of Ordinance 2023-05 to amend Chapter 425 of the Code of Ordinances of Pocono Township, amending Article I, Speed Limits, establishing a maximum speed limit of 25 MPH for motor vehicles on Tara Drive, Bull Pine Road, and Terrace Drive, and repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent herewith.
PassedMotion to close public hearing for consideration of Ordinance 2023-05.
PassedMotion to approve Ordinance 2023-05 amending Chapter 425 of the Code of Ordinances of Pocono Township, amending Article I, Speed Limits, establishing a maximum speed limit of 25 MPH for motor vehicles on Tara Drive, Bull Pine Road, and Terrace Drive, and repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent herewith.
PassedMotion to approve construction escrow release No. 6 for the Trapasso Hotel Land Development in the amount of $499,076.30 as recommended by the Township engineer.
PassedMotion to approve the fireworks application for Camelback Resort for a display on July 2, 2023, subject to receiving the completed permit application with required bond and insurance certificate.
PassedMotion to approve the fireworks application for the Pocono Township Volunteer Fire Company for a display on July 20, 2023, subject to receiving the completed permit application with required bond and insurance certificate.
PassedMotion to have the Township solicitor recover reimbursement from the owner of the property located at 210 Redwing Lane for emergency management supplies expended in the amount of $594.00 in response to a hazmat fuel spill that occurred on May 19, 2023.
Passed