Newberry Township Codes & Zoning Department

^{Zoning Ordinance (PDF)}

^{Zoning Ordinance (DOC)}

^{Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance (PDF)}

^{Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance (DOC)}

^{Zoning Map - revised 11-25-08 (PDF)}

Please be advised, the electronic versions of the Ordinances and Map available may not reflect the latest revisions or amendments.  The Township's printed and published Ordinances and Map are the primary source and documents of issue for all purposes.

Zoning Hearing Board Schedule 2010

Zoning Hearing Board

Solicitor:   Stanley Laskowski                                                                                                         

Craig Stanley, Chairman
Paul Fisher, Vice-Chairman
Matt Concannon, Secretary
Eric Johnston
James Novinger                                                                                                                                    Joe Rodriguez, Alternate                                                                                         
Staff:      Rod Borda, Zoning Officer
              Don Keener, Township Manager
              Angela Seitz, Assistant
The use of land within the Township must comply with a Zoning Ordinance, developed in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan. The Zoning Ordinance specifically identifies uses of land and the districts within which these uses are permitted. Zoning districts are geographically plotted, based upon municipal needs, on the official map of the Township. The Zoning Ordinance also contains provisions for variance of its specific terms and conditions based upon a hardship running with the land which has not been created by the property owner.
Zoning Variance applications are heard by the Township’s Zoning Hearing Board. This Board is a five member quasi-judicial body appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The Zoning Hearing Board also hears appeals and renders decisions on permit applications which have been denied by the Zoning and Codes Officer. Zoning Hearing Board Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of each month.
In its review of applications for zoning variance, the Zoning Hearing Board must determine if the literal enforcement of the ordinance will result in an undue hardship upon the property owner based upon the following criteria:
1. There are unique physical circumstances or conditions peculiar to the property.
2. Due to the physical circumstances or conditions there is no possibility that the property can be developed in strict conformance with the Zoning Ordinance.
3. The hardship has not been created by the property owner.
4. The variance, if approved, will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
5. The variance, if approved, will represent the minimum relief necessary to afford relief from the hardship.

Planning Commission
 
Stephen Rehrer, Chairman
Joseph Wojtysiak, Vice-Chairman
Thomas Neptune, Secretary
Dale E. Jackson
Lynn Easparro
Jeffry Holland
Steve Baumgardner
Staff: Rod Borda, Zoning Officer
         Don Keener, Township Manager
         Angela Seitz, Assistant

The Newberry Township Planning Commission assists the Board of Supervisors in its review of subdivision and land development plans. This seven member body is appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The Commission is required to review and recommend action on all land use, subdivision, and land use proposals presented to the Township, as well as items that affect changes of the Comprehensive Plan. Planning Commission Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month.

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