Peters Township Will Consider Zoning Changes

Peters Township Council began their meeting Monday with a public hearing that would consider changes to the township’s Mixed Use Activity Center. If approved, one change would eliminate a 36 unit maximum per structure limit. Another change would alter the way the Floor Area Ratio is determined and the final change would eliminate the need for half of all parking for multi-family residential developments be provided covered parking. Action on the ordinance is scheduled for the May 9 meeting. In other business, the Peters Township Fire Department was recognized by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner for having 100% of fire fighting personnel trained to national standards. Peters Township is one of only 37 fire departments in Pennsylvania to achieve this recognition. Finally, the township adopted a strategic plan for the Peters Township Library to foster growth and development over the next five years.