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Resident urges city review of St. Vincent New Beginnings at 61 Eaton Street over zoning and school proximity

Delaware City Council · December 15, 2025
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Summary

Resident Rachel Buchanan asked the council to verify whether 61 Eaton Street, used as transitional housing by St. Vincent New Beginnings, complies with zoning, occupancy and safety rules given its location next to an elementary school and Ohio Wesleyan pedestrian routes.

Rachel Buchanan, who identified herself as a resident of 53 Eaton Street, told the council she supports rehabilitation and faith-based reentry programs but is concerned about the location and process for placing one at 61 Eaton Street.

"The use of this home appears to function as transitional or program-based housing for multiple unrelated male adults, which is materially different from a standard single-family…

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