Whitpain Township supervisors recently viewed a presentation by township staff on the consideration of limited conversion of existing — but vacant — office space to residential uses. The concept was initially reviewed and addressed in the township’s comprehensive plan update in 2024. The presentation discusses the creation of a zoning overlay district in the southeast corner of the township, where office parks are located. A cap of no more than 1,000 new dwelling units would be permitted in the overlay district. All residential projects in the overlay district would have to meet requirements for parking, green space, buffering, outdoor recreation and other features. Supervisors Chair Scott Badami said that the coming months will allow for careful consideration of the presentation and consideration of public input to achieve “the best path forward for our community.”
Source: Whitpain Township; 2/7/2025