Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from John R Beswick’s organization
Oct 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
West Goshen Township Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting
The commission discussed a conditional use application from the Westchester Area School District regarding renovations and additions to the Pierce Middle School. Key discussion points included the project's impact on site infrastructure, specifically regarding the potential installation of a sidewalk along Burke Road. The applicant presented engineering exhibits detailing the adverse effects of the sidewalk requirement, such as grading issues, loss of mature vegetation, displacement of sports fields, and potential safety concerns, ultimately requesting a waiver for the sidewalk installation.
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The meeting included a public comment session regarding a proposed comprehensive zoning ordinance update, with residents expressing concerns about green area regulations and impervious surface coverage. The board discussed the current status of the zoning review process. Additionally, the board addressed a zoning hearing board application for a property owner seeking to replace an existing shed with a permanent garage, discussing the project's impact, stormwater management requirements, and the necessity of demonstrating hardship for zoning variances. Finally, there was a discussion concerning the potential drawdown of the Fern Hill reservoir by Aqua Pennsylvania.
Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
West Goshen Township Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission reviewed the draft Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan, addressing concerns about factual inaccuracies and the need to defer approval until public feedback is addressed and land ownership statuses for key properties are clarified. The commission also discussed an initial land development application for a multi-family dwelling at 847-849 Westchester Pike, focusing on site plan compliance, zoning, and necessary improvements. Additionally, a lot line change application for 1201 and 1205 Ward Avenue was presented to bring Brandywine Airport into compliance with FAA land ownership requirements.
Sep 1, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
West Goshen Township Board of Supervisors Meeting
The meeting included a public comment session regarding a dense zoning ordinance update and its potential impact on R1 and R2 residential zones. The Board discussed the current status of the ordinance review process, highlighting collaboration with the Chester County Planning Commission and ongoing public engagement efforts. A separate public comment introduced a proposed rail-with-trail greenway project intended to enhance recreational opportunities across multiple municipalities. Finally, the Board reviewed and heard a presentation on a proposed Eagle Scout project to install a permanent Gaga ball pit at Cooper Smith Park.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
