8 Reeder Rd, New Hope, PA 18938

Traditional Neighborhood Commercial District

The Traditional Neighborhood Commercial District is designed to enhance the rural and historic context of the community by encouraging protecting natural resources while promoting a unified development theme with consideration of retaining an appropriate streetscape along the Route 202 corridor. The TNC District provides for a mix of commercial and office uses and allows for a dwelling in combination with business use. The District is also designed to include standards to ensure that the district does not detract from adjoining residential districts. Specific objectives include: Protect, conserve and enhance the quality of Solebury waterways and groundwater supplies. Maximize ground water recharge. Maintain the free flow of traffic/promote vehicular and pedestrian safety and access management. Promote sustainable development. Offer diverse economic activity, employment opportunities and commercial services. Link development intensity with the provision of water conservation measures and sustainable design techniques. Implement design standards to mitigate effects of stormwater runoff. Promote the use of community-based architectural design standards including signage that is integrated with both buildings and site.