Haverford Township Board of Commissioners Public Hearing on Comp. Zoning Update - September 8, 2026

The Haverford Township Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on September 8, 2026, to discuss a comprehensive update and reorganization of the township's zoning ordinance. The hearing focused on the first phase of the update, which primarily involved cleanup, reformatting, and clarification of existing zoning provisions without substantive policy changes. The ordinance rewrite included updated definitions, improved organization with tables and illustrations, and legal alignment with state statutes. Board members and the public raised questions about specific changes, such as definitions for daycare and family, and concerns about whether some changes were truly non-substantive. Public comments reflected mixed views, with some supporting the update for clarity and others urging postponement until the second phase, which will address substantive zoning changes including cannabis retail and data centers. The board emphasized that phase one aims to simplify and clarify the code, while phase two will involve more significant policy decisions and public input. The board also noted the ability to amend phase one changes if needed during phase two.