North Strabane officials reject residential development
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The North Strabane Township meeting room erupted in applause Tuesday when supervisors voted unanimously to reject a proposed plan for a residential development off Greenwood and Victoria drives.
The developer, Bove Development Corp., proposed a second access point to Greenwood Village through Crawford Street in Canonsburg, which many residents argued would endanger residents along that street because of increased traffic and the absence of sidewalks. About 20 residents attended Tuesday’s meeting, some of whom had also objected to the plan Monday night at the Canonsburg Borough Council meeting.
Vice Chairman Jeff Stanley said the planning commission had already rejected the plan at a meeting May 20 because several items did not comply with township ordinance. One of the stipulations was that the plan include a minimum 25-foot setback from all public or private streets, and the proposed plan included just a 15-foot setback.
Bob Kness, of Victoria Court, thanked the board for rejecting the plan.
“I think the decisions that you have made have been very difficult decisions. You do look out for certain things, and we appreciate what you do,” he said.
Terry Bove, president of Bove Development Corp., said he will review what his next step will be regarding the proposal.
“Obviously, we’re very disappointed with the decision of the board not to approve the proposed Greenwood subdivision,” he said. “We believe strongly that Greenwood Village would be a tremendous residential neighborhood in North Strabane Township in a great location.” The board also approved an ordinance to rezone 4.09 acres on Burkett Lane for the purpose of constructing apartments.
Also approved was a water line extension by Pennsylvania American Water Co. to service two homes on Lindley Road.
A proposed plan for a park maintenance and storage building was altered to include a new potential location when it was discovered that a water line was in the way. Although the new location would cost an additional $40,000 because it does not have a flat foundation, the board approved the project 4-1 at a cost not to exceed $400,000.
Supervisor Brian Spicer was opposed to the project.