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Board approves conversion of first-floor commercial space to one‑bedroom apartment in Town Center

Norristown Zoning Hearing Board · February 12, 2026
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Summary

The Norristown Zoning Hearing Board granted a variance allowing the first-floor unit of 215 West Lafayette Street to be used as a one‑bedroom residential apartment after the owner showed limited market demand for commercial use and presented conversion plans.

The Norristown Zoning Hearing Board approved a variance permitting the first-floor portion of 215 West Lafayette Street to be converted to a one‑bedroom residential unit, allowing use as a duplex in the Town Center zoning district.

Attorney David Chaffkowitz and owner Philip (Phil) Yost told the board the property historically had two residential units, that it was always residential in…

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