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Developer proposes nine single-family homes on Erie repository lots
Summary
An out-of-town developer told Erie City Council she seeks nine city 'repository' parcels to build for-sale homes, plans two- to three-bedroom houses sold within 18–24 months, and said financing is approved; council advised the applicant to confirm zoning and submit photos for review.
Eileen Kennedy, representing a construction partnership, told Erie City Council on Jan. 21 that her firm is seeking to purchase nine city repository parcels to build single-family homes and sell them within 18 to 24 months. "We're looking for these vacant lands to build houses over the next 18 to 24 months," Kennedy said, adding the company has construction financing in place with PNC and Truist Bank.
Kennedy described the planned homes as primarily two-story single-family houses of about 1,200 to 1,500 square feet, usually with two bedrooms but “the plan is always keep, at least 3 bedrooms” to improve marketability. She said most lots would rely on on-street parking, with two of the nine able to accommodate a small driveway. Kennedy also said the company sometimes uses manufactured homes and modular wall systems that are transported and installed on a slab.
Council members and staff focused questions on local ties, lot frontage and zoning compliance. The city solicitor and council pointed out that recent zoning-code changes may affect lot eligibility and advised Kennedy to consult the zoning office to verify frontage and other requirements. The solicitor noted the zoning code is available online and suggested the applicant contact zoning staff for guidance.
Council did not vote on any sale that night; President Dr. Titus asked Kennedy to provide photographs of her completed projects by email so the council could review them before placing the item on a future agenda. "If you could email those in, and then we can distribute them to the council members so they could see them," Dr. Titus said.
The council also heard from another prospective buyer, Mark Ebright, who said he intends to purchase one commercial lot at 461 East 25th for personal vehicle storage and potentially a garage; that application likewise will be placed on a future agenda for formal consideration.
Next steps: applicants were instructed to confirm zoning compliance and submit requested materials; the repository-sale items will appear on a subsequent council agenda for formal action.
