Planning commission recommends Heinnickel subdivision with lot‑size and setback conditions

The Salem Township Planning Commission voted on Nov. 6 to recommend preliminary approval of a subdivision by property owner Alquin Heinnickel for tax parcel 57‑16‑00‑0‑013, subject to specified plan revisions.

Commissioners required that the plan include explicit note language: a 30‑foot front building line setback; minimum lot size of 2.0 acres for commercial development; and minimum lot size of 1.0 acre with at least 125 feet of frontage for residential development. The commission noted that any requested modification to the 2.0‑acre commercial minimum must be submitted in writing and, if granted, a note reflecting the Board of Supervisors’ approval must appear on the recorded plan per the township’s Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance.

Engineering considerations were discussed: Township Engineer Doug Regola confirmed stormwater features near the existing building and staff said that, if the lot is to be used commercially, a Land Development application and any needed stormwater review and sanitary approvals must follow. The commission also agreed that a time‑waiver notice would be provided so the township is not bound by the 90‑day action window while outstanding items are addressed.

Motion and next steps: Paul Holleran moved and Connie Mattei seconded a motion to recommend approval of the preliminary plan subject to the listed conditions; both voted in favor. If sold as residential with no expanded commercial use, the owner may record the mylar after plan adjustments; if commercial use is proposed, additional land‑development review will be required.