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Board approves small supervised residence for up to three people on one side of two‑family on South Main
Summary
The Zoning Hearing Board granted Hope Realty LLC a special exception to operate a supervised, non‑medical supportive‑housing program (Unity Haven Homes) for a maximum of three residents on one side of a two‑family home; approval limited to the side testified to and requires licensing steps.
The Scranton Zoning Hearing Board approved a request to use one side of a two‑family home as a small supervised, supported‑living residence for up to three people.
Kevin Remy, an applicant who identified himself as a registered nurse, told the board the Unity Haven Homes program is a non‑medical, structured supportive‑housing model providing case management, transportation and daily‑living assistance. “The max is 3, and I'll be overseeing the home,” Remy testified, saying the program emphasizes long‑term stability rather than short stays.
Remy said residents are prescreened, often referred by veterans services and local agencies, and that the operator had applied for appropriate local and state licensing; he said the fire department inspection was a pending step. Board members expressed concern about parking — residents would rely on street parking — and clarified they would vote only on one side of the two‑family (the side Remy occupies was separated for decision). The board approved the request for that side with the limit of three residents as testified.
Remy said the program is intended to serve veterans and others referred by service agencies and will follow licensing and zoning requirements; if the operator seeks to expand to the other side of the two‑family in future, he must return to the board.
