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Allentown redevelopment authority seeks proposals for two city properties
The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Allentown is looking to redevelop two properties it owns. The authority has put out a Request for Proposals inviting developers, entrepreneurs, investors, and community partners to submit bids for the purchase and redevelopment of the properties. The first project the authority is seeking proposals for is 540 Hamilton St. [...]
Former Dixie plant named to National Historic Registry
A prominent redevelopment project in Northampton County has just received a big boost. The former Dixie Cup Factory in Wilson Borough has been named to the National Historic Registry Skyline Investment Group plans to convert the old Dixie Cup Factory into apartments and developer Brian Bartee said the designation will[...]
Proposed data center in Lower Mt. Bethel aims to protect rural character with advanced tech
The developers of a proposed data center campus in rural Northampton County are trying to reassure concerned local residents about the project. Peron Development and J.G. Petrucci Company Inc. are working to develop a data center campus proposal for Lower Mt. Bethel and said in a release that the project is designed to respect the township's rural and[...]
Lehigh Valley projects among those awarded latest PA SITES grants
Today, Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced that the state is investing over $31 million in seven projects through the PA SITES, including three in the greater[...]
The Waterfront development evolves to meet changing community needs
The Waterfront mixed-use development in Allentown, being developed by the Jaindl family under its Waterfront Development Company is moving forward, but with a different focus than it originally started with. Initially conceived in 2012 as an[...]
Pennsylvania Association of Realtors pleased state is tackling housing inventory issues
The Pennsylvania Association of Realtors is backing a Housing Action Plan that was recently issued by Gov. Josh Shapiro. It is Pennsylvania’s first-ever comprehensive Housing Action Plan to address critical housing needs across the state. [...]
Bethlehem City Council approves certificate for Ironside Lofts apartment project
The City of Bethlehem is one step closer to getting a new apartment complex. City Council voted in favor of a Certificate of Appropriateness for Ironside Lofts, a seven-story building next to the new parking garage on West Walnut Street. According to Larken and Associates, which is developing the property, the apartments would[...]
Lehigh Valley home sales see January dip, but higher prices
The Greater Lehigh Valley Realtors are saying that January housing data showed a seasonally slower market, with closed sales declining year over year amid tight inventory and severe winter weather. At the same time, GLVR[...]
Shapiro unveils housing action plan
Governor Josh Shapiro on Thursday announced Pennsylvania’s first-ever comprehensive Housing Action Plan to address critical housing needs across the state. He also outlined the current state of housing, providing projections on housing needs, and offering nearly thirty strategic initiatives[...]
KCA, construction Industry support PA WORKS Scholarship Program
The Keystone Contractors Association (KCA) joined the construction industry in supporting legislation to establish the PA WORKS Scholarship Program (Workforce, Opportunity, Retention and Knowledge Scholarship Program). The program is a new initiative designed to address Pennsylvania’s growing[...]
Larken opening new Forks apartments soon
Larken Associates said it has opened its newest living community. Trailside Village is located at 200 Trailside Drive in Forks Township. It expects tenants to move into the new property starting this spring. With the first phase of construction scheduled for completion in April, Trailside Village will offer a mix of 420 one- and two-bedroom garage and[...]
KCA opposes HB 1541, citing anti-business impacts and increased construction litigation
Citing anti-business impacts and increased construction litigation, the Keystone Contractors Association (KCA) announced its opposition to House Bill 1541. KCA warned that the anti-indemnification in construction legislation would undermine Pennsylvania’s business climate, discourage investment, and significantly increase construction-related litigation. The[...]
