Zoning board: summary of votes — four items approved or acted on

At the Scranton Zoning Hearing Board meeting, members recorded votes on several agenda items after testimony and public comment. The board made the following rulings and procedural dispositions.

358 Theodore Street (Susan Brace) — Variance to convert a mixed‑use property into a two‑unit residence: Applicant Susan Brace testified she inherited the property in 2024 and planned to convert the first floor (former store) into a two‑bedroom apartment; the second‑floor apartment is grandfathered. The board moved and seconded a motion after public support from a nearby neighbor. Board members responded in the affirmative during roll call and the applicant was thanked; the record reflects board approval.

1110–1112 Prospect Avenue (Sean Bingham) — Amendment and approval to convert a four‑unit into a five‑unit (amended from proposed six to one additional basement apartment): Applicant Sean Bingham amended his request at the hearing to seek one basement apartment rather than two. He presented plans and discussed parking that he said would accommodate the additional spot(s). The board voted by roll call and approved the amended request by a 5‑0 vote.

515 Willow Street (Joshua Ortega) — Variance request to convert mixed‑use property into a four‑unit property: The applicant asked to table the item while negotiating parking arrangements and confirming commercial/residential use status for the ground floor. The board voted to table the application unanimously so the applicant could return with revised plans.

Procedural notes: 328 Pittston Avenue was announced as not being heard at this meeting. The board accepted the minutes of the March 12, 2025 zoning hearing during roll call earlier in the session.

The board advised applicants to supply clear, complete plans (parking layouts, lot coverage figures, proof of ownership or occupancy where relevant) to aid deliberations at future hearings.