Planning Commission
Summary
The Halifax Township Planning Commission met briefly on August 1, 2011, with Chairman Fred Ford calling the session to order at 7:00 PM. Members Steve Sipe, Randy Paul, Bob Artman, and Bruce Warshawsky were present; Mark Reed and Tom Wilson were absent. The meeting lasted just 40 minutes, covering a land development inquiry and ongoing ordinance work.
- Camp Hebron chapel project: A representative from Camp Hebron asked about requirements to demolish the old chapel and rebuild a structure on the same footprint. The commission determined no Land Development Plan or stormwater review is required since the project is under 1,000 square feet. A treatment plant was installed in 2001 but never connected to the building. The project will need a Township application and permitting/inspection through Light-Heigel.
- SALDO review continues: The commission continued working through the Township's Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. The Solicitor is reviewing the document and expects to have proposed definitions for missing terms ready by the next workshop.
- Public comment — supervisor eligibility: Florence McGuire asked whether a Township supervisor may also serve on the Planning Commission. The Solicitor confirmed this is permitted, noting the Planning Commission is an advisory, non-decision-making body.
Who was there
Fred Ford (Chairman) · Steve Sipe (Planning Commission Member) · Randy Paul (Planning Commission Member) · Bob Artman (Planning Commission Member) · Bruce Warshawsky (Planning Commission Member)
Public comments
Meeting business
Approval of Minutes
Steve Sipe motioned to approve the July 6, 2011 meeting minutes as written, seconded by Randy Paul. Motion carried 4-0.
Business from the Floor
A representative from Camp Hebron inquired about requirements to demolish the old chapel and rebuild under the same footprint. A treatment plant was installed in 2001 but not connected to the building. Stormwater review was not required (under 1,000 sq ft) and no Land Development Plan was needed; the project requires a Township application and permitting/inspection from Light-Heigel.
Old Business
The Solicitor will review the SALDO and hopes to have proposed missing definitions ready by the next workshop. The Board continued discussing various areas of the SALDO for clarification and potential changes.
Adjournment
Bob Artman motioned to adjourn at 7:40 p.m., seconded by Randy Paul. Motion carried 4-0.
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