Zoning Hearing Board 8/17/2026

The City of Easton's Zoning Hearing Board convened on August 17, 2026, to consider multiple zoning variance and special exception requests related to residential and mixed-use development projects. Key procurement-related discussions included approvals for variances to build a two-unit duplex at 28 South Locust Street, a special exception for a six-foot fence at 260 West Milton Street, and variances for driveway and parking modifications at 34 South 13th Street. A significant portion of the meeting focused on a large mixed-use residential and commercial redevelopment project at 123 South Third Street and adjacent properties along Bushkill Drive, involving variances for building height, setback, and impervious surface coverage. The board reviewed planning commission resolutions, public comments, and technical concerns including flood zone impacts and stormwater management. The board approved some variances with conditions, such as tree planting and parking restrictions, while denying a variance request for converting a single-family home into two units at 36 South 12th Street due to parking and impervious surface issues. The meeting highlighted community concerns about neighborhood character, parking shortages, and environmental compliance related to redevelopment efforts.