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Zoning board approves demolition at 112–114 North 8th Street; applicant to build seven‑story apartments
Summary
The Allentown Zoning Hearing Board approved a special‑exception demolition for 112–114 North 8th Street, with a condition that the project be built as presented or only changed as required by other city departments. The applicant proposes a seven‑story, 23‑unit building intended to improve walkability, while neighbors raised concerns about scale and parking.
The Allentown Zoning Hearing Board on April 27 approved a special‑exception request to demolish two mixed‑use buildings at 112–114 North 8th Street and authorized the applicant to proceed toward a seven‑story, 23‑unit multifamily replacement, subject to a condition that the design be maintained except as required by other city departments.
The applicant, represented by attorney Jeff Fleischaker of Gross McGinley, presented testimony from Alex Wright, a member of the owning LLC, who said the company has held the properties for about 10 years. Wright described recurring mechanical and structural problems and testified the buildings are difficult to rent. "They're just dilapidated," Wright said, arguing upkeep had become a cycle of constant repair.
The architect, Carlos Tovar of Urban…
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