Middletown Township approves Chick fil A development with traffic mitigation measures
November 15, 2021 | Middletown, Bucks County, Pennsylvania
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The Middletown Township Board of Supervisors convened on November 15, 2021, to discuss significant developments, including the preliminary final land development plan for a new Chick-fil-A restaurant at 1501 East Lincoln Highway. The board approved the plan with several conditions aimed at addressing community concerns, particularly regarding traffic and environmental impact.
The approval requires the applicant to comply with the township's subdivision and land development ordinance and zoning ordinance. Additionally, the applicant must address any remaining review comments, establish an escrow account for improvements related to a deceleration lane on Lincoln Highway, and contribute $100,000 towards a new traffic signal and intersection enhancements at Highland Parkway and Lincoln Highway.
Board members expressed their awareness of traffic issues in the Highland Park area, which have been exacerbated by the new development. Supervisor comments highlighted the need for ongoing discussions to mitigate traffic congestion, particularly as residents have voiced concerns about increased traffic flow from the new Chick-fil-A. The board acknowledged the importance of addressing these issues to ensure the well-being of the community.
Public comments during the meeting included concerns about landscaping and environmental impact, particularly regarding the removal of mature trees for the new construction. Residents urged the board to ensure that adequate landscaping is planned to replace any trees removed, emphasizing the aesthetic and environmental value of mature trees in the area.
Another resident raised concerns about littering from drive-thru customers, suggesting that the township should consider measures to address the issue of trash accumulation along local roads. The board acknowledged the challenge of littering and expressed sympathy for residents affected by it, although no immediate solutions were proposed.
Overall, the meeting underscored the township's commitment to balancing development with community needs. As the Chick-fil-A project moves forward, the board will continue to engage with residents and stakeholders to address traffic and environmental concerns, ensuring that the development serves the interests of the community effectively.
The approval requires the applicant to comply with the township's subdivision and land development ordinance and zoning ordinance. Additionally, the applicant must address any remaining review comments, establish an escrow account for improvements related to a deceleration lane on Lincoln Highway, and contribute $100,000 towards a new traffic signal and intersection enhancements at Highland Parkway and Lincoln Highway.
Board members expressed their awareness of traffic issues in the Highland Park area, which have been exacerbated by the new development. Supervisor comments highlighted the need for ongoing discussions to mitigate traffic congestion, particularly as residents have voiced concerns about increased traffic flow from the new Chick-fil-A. The board acknowledged the importance of addressing these issues to ensure the well-being of the community.
Public comments during the meeting included concerns about landscaping and environmental impact, particularly regarding the removal of mature trees for the new construction. Residents urged the board to ensure that adequate landscaping is planned to replace any trees removed, emphasizing the aesthetic and environmental value of mature trees in the area.
Another resident raised concerns about littering from drive-thru customers, suggesting that the township should consider measures to address the issue of trash accumulation along local roads. The board acknowledged the challenge of littering and expressed sympathy for residents affected by it, although no immediate solutions were proposed.
Overall, the meeting underscored the township's commitment to balancing development with community needs. As the Chick-fil-A project moves forward, the board will continue to engage with residents and stakeholders to address traffic and environmental concerns, ensuring that the development serves the interests of the community effectively.
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