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1/10/2023 - Zoning exhibits prepared for a proposed residential community Seidel Planning prepared aerial context maps and rendered site plans to illustrate the substantial preserved buffer provided from the proposed residential community to adjacent residential properties in Longswamp Township, Berks County, PA.
1/9/2023 - Rezoning supported in Lancaster County, PA Brian Seidel, AICP provided land planning testimony before the Mount Joy Township Board of Supervisors to support a rezoning proposal to permit the development of a mixed-use commercial development on the existing commercial corridor.
1/8/2023 - Wireless communications facility approved in the NJ Pinelands Seidel Planning & Design provided land planning testimony to obtain use variances required for the construction of a telecommunications tower and wireless communications facility in Winslow Township, Atlantic County, NJ.
12/21/2022 - Environmental restoration plans prepared for North Jersey development project Landscape plans including a woodland restoration and reforestation plan was prepared to accompany the land development plans for a mixed-use residential community in Mount Olive Township, Morris County, NJ.
12/5/2022 - Residential concept plans prepared in Berks County Residential concept plans prepared in Berks County Seidel Planning provided GIS mapping and prepared sketch plans illustrating site design options for a proposed residential community in Exeter Township, Berks County, PA.
11/1/2022 - Commercial streetscape plans in Voorhees, NJ Seidel Planning & Design provided a landscape plan including a streetscape design for a proposed commercial development in Voorhees Township, Camden County, NJ. The plan providing a solution to minimize variance relief, and enhance the commercial streetscape while providing a pedestrian connection to adjacent properties.
10/21/2022 - Landscape plans prepared in Hainesport, NJ Seidel Planning prepared a landscape plan to accompany development plans for a proposed residential development in Hainesport Township, Burlington County, NJ.
10/21/2022 - Residential sketch plans prepared in NorCo The planners at Seidel Planning prepared concept plans for a residential development in North Coventry Township, Chester County, PA providing a diversity of housing styles surrounded by preserved open space
10/11/2022 - An environmental impact assessment prepared in ChesCo The planners & landscape architects at Seidel Planning prepared an environmental impact assessment to support the expansion of an existing commercial development in Caln Township, Chester County, PA. The plan included an inventory of natural and historic resources in proximity to the project location including an assessment of fiscal impacts to address Township requirements.
9/16/2022 - Photographic simulations prepared for a wireless communications facility Photographic simulations were prepared by Seidel Planning illustrating development options for a tower and WCF proposed in Ben Avon Borough, Allegheny County, PA.
9/15/2022 - Vegetation inventory for tree replacement The landscape architects at Seidel Planning conducted field investigation and vegetation inventories to identify the diversity and density of vegetation for a development project in Mount Olive Township, Morris County, NJ. The inventory was utilized to identify appropriate landscape restoration & replacement plantings and quantities to be incorporated into the future landscape plans for the community.
9/8/2022 - Rezoning approved in Upper Chichester Township Brian Seidel, AICP presented rezoning plans at a public hearing before the Upper Chichester Township Board of Commissioners. The rezoning was proposed to facilitate economic development adjacent to major commercial roadways while providing protections to adjacent residential neighborhoods.
9/6/2022 - Commercial redevelopment approved in Turnersville, NJ Brian Seidel, NJPP AICP provided land planning testimony to obtain approval for the redevelopment of an existing commercial pad site for automotive services in Washington Township, Gloucester County, NJ.
9/1/2022 - Adaptive reuse approved in Quakertown, PA Aerial & Zoning Context Map prepared for presentation and Planning testimony provided in QuakertownBrian Seidel, AICP provided land planning testimony to obtain approval of variances from the Quakertown Borough Zoning Hearing Board to allow the establishment of a commercial use in the existing residential neighborhood in Bucks County, PA.
8/24/2022 - Tree management plans prepared in Toms River, NJ A tree management plan was prepared by the landscape architects at Seidel Planning as part of a commercial land development application in Toms River Township, NJ. The plans were prepared to protect and maintain existing mature vegetation, while supplementing the existing canopy with a supplemental understory plantings native to New Jersey.
8/23/2022 - Mixed-use concept plans prepared in NorCo The designers at Seidel Planning provided concept plans to reposition and revitalize an existing retail center into a mixed-use community in North Coventry Township, Chester County, PA.
8/18/2022 - Use variances for industrial warehouse approved Brian Seidel, NJPP provided land use planning testimony to obtain approval for the development of an industrial warehouse In South Brunswick Township, Middlesex County, NJ.
8/18/2022 - Planning testimony provided regarding proposed zoning modifications Brian Seidel, AICP provided land planning testimony regarding a proposed rezoning in Bensalem Township, Bucks County, PA.
8/17/2022 - Neighborhood revitalization plans approved in Upper Chichester Township Seidel Planning & Design presented the Twin Oaks Village Neighborhood Enhancement Plan to obtain approval and adoption from the Upper Chichester Township Board of Commissioners. The plan was developed through a series of meetings, interviews, and surveys with the residents as well as the Township staff and professionals to identify potential capital projects and funding sources for community projects in the Delaware County neighborhood.
8/10/2022 - Signs approved in Brooklawn, NJ The planners at Seidel Planning provided testimony before the Brooklawn Planning and Zoning Board to obtain variance approval for a proposed commercial sign in Camden County, NJ.

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2014 News Archive

12/12/2014 - Cashing in on approvals in Shickshinny Borough, PA!
Seidel Planning & Design finalized highway occupancy permits and obtained municipal approvals for the demolition of an existing financial services building and construction of an accessible ATM enclosure. Site plans were prepared to locate the proposed structure on the highest point of the property in an effort to avoid frequent flooding from the nearby Susquehanna River. Illustrative plans and expert land use planning testimony were presented to the Luzerne County municipality to gain ...
11/20/2014 - Beating the clock in Gloucester Township New Jersey!
Conditional use approval and variances were obtained in the Camden County municipality to permit a wireless communications facility designed as a clock tower adjacent to a residential community. Seidel Planning & Design conducted a balloon test to assess the visual impact on the community and developed a 3D model of the proposed structure. Detailed photographic simulations were prepared illustrating a design incorporating stealth technology to conceal the appearance of the proposed equipment ...
10/20/2014 - Use approval and variances obtained for stealth tower in Plymouth Meeting, PA!
Use variances as well as dimensional and height variances were approved to construct a stealth telecommunications facility within Plymouth Township, Montgomery County. Seidel Planning & Design provided land use planning testimony, analyzed the existing zoning regulations, prepared a written Site Suitability Assessment, and prepared graphic exhibits illustrating the need for the site and limitations of the zoning regulations. A balloon test was also conducted at the project site to assess ...
9/10/2014 - Keeping a low-profile in Maple Shade, NJ!
Seidel Planning & Design received approval from the Maple Shade Township Zoning Board of Adjustment for the installation of wireless communications antenna and equipment within a clock tower on an existing multi-family building.SPD conducted a visual investigation of the project site and surrounding area, prepared an alternatives-analysis to assess the suitability of alternate sites, and prepared photographic simulations of alternative design solutions to illustrate the negligible impact of the ...
9/3/2014 - All signs point to an approval in Hatboro!
Seidel Planning obtained wayfinding and monument sign permits for tenants of a commercial office park in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. A review and interpretation of the zoning regulations by the firm, led to a favorable determination from the code enforcement office regarding the quantity, size, and style of signs permitted on the subject property. Seidel Planning prepared permit drawings and obtained the administrative approval of the proposed signs in two-weeks without the anticipated ...
8/19/2014 - Seidel Planning leads the way in Malvern!
The Seidel Planning Team obtains signage permits for the redevelopment of a corporate office park in Chester County! Extensive research of zoning regulations, calculations, and coordination with municipal staff was provided to develop a design solution maximizing the sign area within the multi-building office campus, while eliminating the need for time consuming and costly public hearings. The administrative permits for wayfinding, building, directional, and monument signs were prepared and ...
8/18/2014 - Variances approved in Upper Uwchland Township, Pennsylvania!
The SPD team obtained variances to deviate from standards of the zoning ordinance to exceed the permitted height of a structure, reduce required setbacks from property lines, and allow disturbance to regulated steep slopeareas from the Chester County municipality. Testimony was provided by Brian Seidel, a land use planner and landscape architect with the firm, indicating the property could not be developed in strict conformance with the zoning regulations justifying the variances. Mr. ...
8/14/2014 - Seidel Planning & Design’s approvals are through the roof in Essex County, New Jersey!
New Jersey Professional Planner Brian E. Seidel, provided land use planning testimony obtaining approval from the City of Newark’s Zoning Board of Adjustment for the addition of wireless communications equipment and antenna on the roof of an existing multi-family building. Testimony was supported with a photographic inventory of the existing building with a scale representation of the proposed antenna to verify the accuracy of photographic simulations illustrating the negligible impact on ...
8/13/2014 - A 2-for-1 Special (Exception) in Carlisle, Pennsylvania!
Brian E. Seidel, RLA, AICP provides land use planning testimony to the Middlesex Township Zoning Hearing Board obtaining special exception approval and variances for two (2) new communication towers in Cumberland County Pennsylvania.Seidel Planning & Design prepared written Site Suitability Assessments, presented graphic zoning analyses, and prepared aerial photographic simulations illustrating views of the proposed project to obtain a unanimous approval from the board for both tower locations ...
8/11/2014 - Seidel Planning & Design assists in obtaining variances in Gloucester Township, Camden County, New Jersey!
The Seidel Planning Team assists in obtaining another zoning and land use approval for a prominent National Wireless Communications’ Carrier. A comprehensive approach to providing effective Land Solutions was utilized, and the teams’ extensive experience and talents provided an argument that could not be refuted. A start to finish approach was applied beginning with aballoon testand photographic simulations, leading way to a series of detailed and compellinggraphic ...
7/14/2014 - Special Exception approval obtained in Adams County, Pennsylvania!
The Seidel Planning team obtained Special Exception approval from the Abbottstown Borough’s zoning hearing board for the construction of a 120-foot tall monopole style communications tower. Seidel Planning conducted a balloon test and photographic inventory of the project site to assess the visual impact of the structure, and prepared photographic simulations illustrating the view of the tower from adjacent roadways and properties. Thegraphic exhibits were incorporated into a written Site ...
7/11/2014 - Seidel Planning & Design launches new website!
Welcome to the new and improved website for Seidel Planning & Design, Ltd. Please contact our office at (610) 323 8752, or visit us at 1240 E Schuylkill Road, Pottstown, PA 19465.
6/12/2014 - Board approval received in Randolph Township New Jersey!
Seidel Planning & Design, Ltd. prepared a photographic inventory and photo-simulations for the addition of antenna and related equipment on an existing communications tower in Morris County. The graphic exhibits were presented with land use planning testimony from Brian E. Seidel, LLA, NJPP, providing justification to the municipal zoning board for approval of the requested use variances.