Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Adoption
Summary
The Board approved a $13,570 change order covering expanded public engagement, and commissioners are urging residents to join zoning district tours and surveys as Phase 2 rewriting begins.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 17
- Last 30 days
- 4
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
The change order adds $13,570 to the zoning update consultant cost.
Residents who participate in tours and surveys help shape future zoning districts.
Residents who experienced delayed notification and limited review time for complex planning documents.
Mentions & discussions (8)
Haverford Township Board of Commissioners — November 9, 2026
The Board approved a $13,570 change order covering expanded public engagement, and commissioners are urging residents to join zoning district tours and surveys as Phase 2 rewriting begins.
Haverford Township Board of Commissioners — October 13, 2026
The township approved the second reading of its comprehensive zoning code rewrite, sparking debate from residents who felt public engagement was lacking and that the changes go beyond simple reorganization.
Haverford Township Board of Commissioners Public Hearing on Comp. Zoning Update — September 8, 2026
Haverford is overhauling its zoning code in a two-phase process, starting with restructuring definitions and formats in Phase 1, followed by substantive land-use changes in Phase 2. Residents and commissioners debated whether Phase 1 contains hidden policy changes and whether the phased rollout harms public trust.
Haverford Township Board of Commissioners Work Session — September 8, 2026
The board reviewed the sweeping comprehensive zoning code rewrite following a public hearing held earlier in the evening.
Haverford Township Board of Commissioners — June 8, 2026
Residents expressed concerns regarding transparency and the lack of red-lined comparisons in the ongoing comprehensive zoning code rewrite.
Haverford Township Board of Commissioners — May 11, 2026
Residents expressed frustration over late postcard notifications for planning commission meetings and the complexity of the 254-page draft zoning rewrite, asking for extended public comment periods and additional hearings.
Haverford Township Board of Commissioners — April 13, 2026
Residents expressed frustration over delayed mailers and short review windows for the major zoning code update, as well as concerns about definitions and mapping accuracy.
Haverford Township Board of Commissioners Work Session — March 2, 2026
The steering committee for the township zoning code update has reviewed the initial draft and plans to publish it on the township website by the end of March. Residents will have their first opportunity to comment at the April 9 Planning Commission meeting.
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