716-724 Strickersville Rd, OXFORD, PA 19363

Lewisville Village District

It is the purpose of this district to provide for small scale residential and commercial uses that preserve the historic character of the Village of Lewisville specifically as follows: Preserve the unique character of the Village of Lewisville by recognizing its historic attributes, context, and role in the development of Elk Township; Provide for mixed residential and commercial uses at a scale that respects the historic use of the properties and designed to accommodate the current and future residents of Lewisville and promote a pedestrian orientation and circulation system; Encourage infill and adaptive reuse of existing buildings that retains the size, scale, and general character of the Village of Lewisville; Encourage architectural styles and building placement that compliment the existing architecture and building form of existing residential structures; and Provide for development that implements the Elk Township Official Map and the Goals specified in the Elk Township Comprehensive Plan including: Preserve and protect the historic resources and character of the Township from the encroachment of incompatible land use; Provide continued opportunities for commercial expansion in response to the needs of the Township residents; and Preserve the open, rural character of the Township and to maintain the quality of the existing scenic landscape.