Hatboro Planning Commission Backs Data Center Zoning

The Hatboro planning commission issued a recommendation to Borough Council to permit data centers in a proposed LMX Zoning District.

The proposal sets a maximum building size of 25,000 square feet for these facilities. The commission also outlined specific guidelines and conditional uses that would apply to the new district.

This recommendation clears one hurdle in the process of bringing a data center to the borough. The LMX district would serve as the designated area for such commercial operations.

Elsewhere in the region, Bensalem Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo observed preservation work at the Neshaminy Mall. Crews boxed up the three remaining dioramas inside the now-empty shopping center. These items are being preserved ahead of the mall's demolition.

New commercial openings also marked the week in Warminster Township. El Jefe Mexican Street Food opened its doors at 543 York Road, located directly next to Bullard's American Cafe. Separately, Toys R Us announced it will open a new location at the Willow Grove Mall in Abington Township. The company plans to open 120 new shops nationwide ahead of the holiday season. The Hatboro Lofts property also appeared before the planning commission, with owners seeking a commercial or retail tenant.