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Neighbors urge action after large Airbnb party; township attorney says preexisting rentals may be vested
Summary
Residents described a 200-person short-term rental party that overwhelmed local officers; the Township attorney said an existing permit may create a lawful nonconforming use but the Township can seek injunctions if the property repeatedly disturbs the peace.
Residents told the Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors on Oct. 14 about a large, disruptive short-term rental party at 631 Bishops Place that required mutual-aid police response and left neighbors concerned about safety and property intrusion.
Police representative John Henry reported "approximately 200 people that attended a party" and said officers logged multiple calls from about 10:51 p.m. until about 2:00 a.m.; the department sought assistance from Walnutport, Moore Township and Slatington police. John Henry said the renter received a citation for permitting the noise.
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