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Council backs Knauss Homestead plan to add museum space and ADA restrooms, contingent on planning approvals

6442789 · October 9, 2025
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Summary

Emmaus Borough Council voted to support the Knauss Homestead proposal to build a small exterior building for a museum lobby and two ADA restrooms, subject to planning, zoning and floodplain review and routine fee/consultant arrangements.

Emmaus Borough Council on Oct. 6 voted to support a proposal by the Knauss Homestead to add a small building that would serve as a museum lobby and include two ADA‑compliant restrooms to support events at the adjacent barn. Council members agreed the endorsement is contingent on required planning and zoning approvals and standard permitting processes.

The Knauss Homestead representatives described the twofold purpose: a small museum lobby and two ADA restrooms to support barn…

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