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Commission backs pilot pedestrian bump‑out and clarifies side‑yard rules for NC districts

West Chester Borough Planning Commission · May 5, 2026
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Summary

Commissioners supported a low‑cost pilot to test painted bump‑outs at a neighborhood intersection to improve pedestrian visibility and reviewed clarifications to side‑yard minimums for NC2/NC3 and commercial zones (proposal: 10 ft or match existing adjacent where less than 10 ft; 5 ft for commercial services).

The planning commission discussed two non‑development items on May 4: a pedestrian‑safety pilot using painted curb extensions at a neighborhood intersection, and proposed clarifications to side‑yard requirements in the zoning code.

Committee member (voice S8) described a plan to pilot a painted bump‑out at a selected intersection (Franklin/Adams/Matlock area) to calm…

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