Planning
Director of Planning/Community Development – Sara Pandl
Is responsible (essential duties but not limited to) for interpreting the Township Code; assessing Planning and Community Development needs; planning, directing, and the integration of comprehensive planning and community development programs and services; maintaining and administering land use ordinances; researching/reporting current trends in planning and community development; monitoring of federal/state/county legislation and regulations related to planning and community development; rezoning reviews, right-of-way negotiations and the processing of grant and funding opportunities.
Assistant Planning Director - Craig Peiffer
Hamilton Boulevard Corridor Study:
US Route 22, Route 100 and Hamilton Boulevard are some of the region's most critical transportation corridors. Comprised of a network of important roadways and rail lines, the US 22 and I-78 Corridor’s links a series of distinct and historic communities and is home to some of the region's most identifiable places. Approximately 5 miles in length, the Hamilton Boulevard Corridor Study Area extends from US 22 at the western gateway to I-78 at the eastern gateway. The study area spans both Lower Macungie and Upper Macungie Township’s. The study area's boundary extends roughly one-half mile north and south of Hamilton Boulevard. The Hamilton Boulevard Corridor Study was initiated by Lower and Upper Macungie Townships, with the support of LANTA and PennDOT, to help coordinate transportation and land use planning across the municipalities that line this important corridor. By coordinating these efforts, both municipalities seek to promote a more sustainable region and implement the goals and objectives focused on a more regional plan for a sustainable future.
This document is the result of a multi-year planning process that began in fall 2012. During this time, Lower Macungie Township facilitated multiple public participation opportunities and worked extensively with a variety of stakeholders. A Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), composed of professional staff from corridor municipalities and agencies such as PennDOT and LANTA, was created to provide local and technical expertise and help guide the direction of the study. During the course of the study, over 100 residents and stakeholders participated in public open houses held at the Lower Macungie municipal building. These meetings allowed the public to learn about the study and offer their input on corridor issues and problems. Additionally, Lower Macungie provided online updates and hosted public presentation information on the township website which allowed residents to help identify corridor needs and recommend improvement strategies.
Hamilton Boulevard Corridor Study - Adopted August 20, 2015
- Cover to Page 24
- Page 25 to Page 43
- Page 44 to Page 89
- Page 90 to Page 105
- Page 106 to Page 113
- Page 114 to Page 119
- Page 120 to Page 130
Smart Growth Plan: The plan is currently tabled during review of the Southwest Comp Plan
Traffic Impact Fee: Codified Ordinance §§22B 101-125
Traffic Impact Fee Advisory Committee Members: Donald Denburg, Dale Dries, John Hayes, Ann McGeary, Brent McNabb, Mick Seislove, Jack Tibbetts
- Land Use Assumption Report, Adopted October 15, 2009
- Roadway Sufficiency Analysis Report, Adopted October 29, 2009
- Transportation Capital Improvements Plan, Adopted November 19, 2009
In May 2016, we began the process of updating our Act 209 (Traffic Impact Fee) Study. Check our home page for the meeting schedule of the TIF Committee (under Boards and Commissions).
Click here to view information on the current study.
Permits Coordinator - Sharon Colson
Is responsible for all permit matters: orientation, forms, applications and processing, as they relate to all building, electrical, plumbing and zoning permits.
Sharon is also supported by a Permits Clerk - Maureen Lang.
Zoning Office - Carl L. Best, Zoning Officer
Enforcement - Vince Tranguch, Code Enforcement Officer
Responsible for receiving and actioning all complaints, regarding zoning and property maintenance code violations. All Zoning and Inspection personnel have enforcement oversight. However, the primary Enforcement official is: Vince Tranguch - Code Enforcement Officer/Emergency Management.
Inspectors
Responsible for review applicable permits and inspection of that construction.
Zachary Graves - Sewage Enforcement Officer
Bryan Geist - Building Inspector
David Shields - Electrical/Commercial, Residential & Mechanical
Contact Us
The Planning/Community Development, Permits, Enforcement and Inspectors offices are available through email, phone, or personal visit.
Planning/Community Development
Sara Pandl: e-mail:.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), telephone: 610-966-4343 x 126
Craig Peiffer: e-mail: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), telephone: 610-966-4343 x 135
Debbie Ward: e-mail: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), telephone: 610-966-4343 x 137
Enforcement
Vince Tranguch: e-mail: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), telephone: 610-966-4343 x 115
Inspectors
Zachary Graves: e-mail: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), telephone: 610-966-4343 x 121
Bryan Geist: e-mail: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), telephone: 610-966-4343 x 120
David Shields: e-mail:.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), telephone: 610-866-9663
Permits - scheduling inspections and general permit questions
Sharon Colson: e-mail: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), telephone: 610-966-4343 x 133
Permit Clerk: Maureen Lang email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), telephone: 610-966-4343 x 134
You can also reach us at Contact Us.