Tech Central Burks seeks special exception to run workforce‑training center in Prince Historic Overlay
March 13, 2026 | Reading, Berks County, Pennsylvania
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RDG Tech (doing business in conjunction with Tech Central Burks) asked the Reading Zoning Hearing Board on July 9 for a special exception to operate a school and technical training program in existing buildings at 415, 421 and 433 Pearl Street in the Prince Historic Overlay (R3).
Counsel explained the procedural history: a zoning permit filed May 14, 2025 was denied on June 13, 2025 and the board now must decide whether to grant special‑exception approval under the ordinance. Attorney representatives said the operation will serve working‑age adults (minimum age 18), with approximately 100 enrollees arriving and leaving on staggered schedules rather than all being present at once. Proposed hours were stated as Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m., Friday–Saturday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Applicant witnesses said 421 Pearl Street would provide 44 off‑street parking spaces (including six employee spaces) and that the program’s scheduling reduces peak parking demand. Counsel asked the board to approve the special exception; board members asked clarifying questions about the student population and recommended the applicant consider combining the three lots for permitting efficiency. No final vote was taken; the board said it will issue a written decision next month.
Counsel explained the procedural history: a zoning permit filed May 14, 2025 was denied on June 13, 2025 and the board now must decide whether to grant special‑exception approval under the ordinance. Attorney representatives said the operation will serve working‑age adults (minimum age 18), with approximately 100 enrollees arriving and leaving on staggered schedules rather than all being present at once. Proposed hours were stated as Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m., Friday–Saturday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Applicant witnesses said 421 Pearl Street would provide 44 off‑street parking spaces (including six employee spaces) and that the program’s scheduling reduces peak parking demand. Counsel asked the board to approve the special exception; board members asked clarifying questions about the student population and recommended the applicant consider combining the three lots for permitting efficiency. No final vote was taken; the board said it will issue a written decision next month.
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