Zoning board approves Rider Racing Engines' special exception with noise‑mitigation conditions

Apr 14, 2025

The Silver Spring Township Zoning Hearing Board approved Special Exception 2025-2 for Rider Racing Engines at 3 Souder Court, allowing a minimal building expansion to replace ventilation hoods intended to reduce noise. The approval was unanimous and will include conditions to ensure noise mitigation.

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The Silver Spring Township Zoning Hearing Board on April 14 approved a special exception requested by Thomas Rider, owner of Rider Racing Engines, to permit a minimal expansion tied to replacement of ventilation hoods at 3 Souder Court in Mechanicsburg. The request was considered under Section 603 of the Silver Spring Township Zoning Ordinance for a prior non‑conforming use in the C‑1 (Commercial Neighborhood) zoning district.

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