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Council approves rezoning of two West Garrison parcels after neighborhood outreach; vote 5–2
Summary
Bethlehem City Council voted 5–2 to amend the zoning map for two properties on the unit block of West Garrison Street from RT (residential) to CB (central business) after developers and neighbors met for outreach; opponents warned about loss of naturally affordable rentals, traffic and precedent.
Bethlehem City Council approved a zoning map amendment that rezones two parcels on the unit block of West Garrison Street from Residential (RT) to Central Business (CB), a 5–2 roll-call decision the council recorded during its regular meeting.
Council President called for debate before the vote; members described substantial outreach undertaken after council postponed a prior vote. Councilwoman Laird and Vice President Leon summarized a community meeting arranged by neighbors and the developer to discuss the…
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