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Chester County planner presents draft zoning ordinance updates to East Caln planning commission; no action taken

East Caln Township Planning Commission · May 4, 2026
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Summary

Chris Patriarca of the Chester County Planning Commission presented draft ordinance language (definitions G–I and standards for multiple specific uses) and commissioners discussed recommended revisions. The commission did not vote; the draft will be revised for future consideration.

Chris Patriarca, Senior Community Planner with the Chester County Planning Commission, presented proposed edits to portions of the East Caln Township Zoning Ordinance, including draft definitions (G–I) and standards for specific uses such as accessory dwelling units, battery energy storage systems, breweries, crematoriums, day care facilities, truck terminals, and warehousing/distribution.

Patriarca outlined the sections under review and solicited feedback. Commissioners discussed and recommended changes to the draft language; the minutes state recommended changes will be incorporated into a revised draft that will return for future discussion and consideration. No formal action was taken at this meeting on the ordinance updates.

The presentation covered a broad set of use standards intended to clarify how certain uses would be regulated in Township zoning districts. The commission did not adopt or direct immediate regulatory changes; the matter remains in the review stage.