U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick has joined a group of Lower Makefield residents in opposing the development of a new senior housing project in the township, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
A staffer for Fitzpatrick, along with dozens of residents, gathered at a Lower Makefield zoning board meeting earlier this week to challenge a zoning variance for the Trinity Realty Companies development.
They argued in favor of preserving the property as open space, expressed concerns that the development could worsen flooding, emphasized the historic nature of the farmhouse on the property, and warned that the new homes could negatively affect property values and increase traffic.
Following the meeting, Fitzpatrick posted on X, noting that the township’s zoning board overlooked residents’ voices.
“This isn’t just about one property,” wrote Fitzpatrick. “It’s about ensuring our community’s future is shaped by the people who call it home. Too often, we’ve seen development advance without fully accounting for long-term consequences to the environment, infrastructure, and quality of life.”
Meanwhile, the project still has to get several more approvals before construction can begin.
Read more about Brian Fitzpatrick’s stance and what the proposed development means for Lower Makefield’s future in The Philadelphia Inquirer.
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