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PYRAMID HEALTHCARE SUCCESSFUL IN REZONING APPLICATION TO THE HELLAM TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

January 16, 2020

January 16, 2020 Salzmann Hughes, PC client Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. (“Pyramid”) was successful in its application to the Hellam Township, York County, Board of Supervisors for a rezoning of 4.88 acres zoned Rural Agriculture to the Mixed-Use 1 zone. The rezoning will enable an 18,600 SF expansion of Pyramid’s existing group home in the township. Pyramid one of Pennsylvania’s premier behavioral healthcare providers and offers an extensive range of high-quality adult treatment services to its clients who may be suffering from addiction or mental health issues. Pyramid was represented during the rezoning application process by attorney Kurt E. Williams.

SALZMANN HUGHES ATTORNEYS PRESENT PSATS WEBINAR

January 15, 2020

Salzmann Hughes, P.C. attorneys Kurt Williams and Tyler Beaston presented “Conditional Uses and Special Exceptions: What is the Difference ?” via a webinar to elected and appointed officials from across the Commonwealth. The webinar included information about specific and general criteria for conditional uses and special exceptions and ordinance drafting tips.

PYRAMID HEALTHCARE SUCCESSFUL IN VARIANCE APPLICATION TO THE HELLAM TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD

December 17, 2019

December 17, 2019 Salzmann Hughes, PC client Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. (“Pyramid”) was successful in its application to the Hellam Township, York County, Zoning Hearing Board for two variances that will facilitate an 18,600 SF expansion of Pyramid’s existing group home in the township. Pyramid one of Pennsylvania’s premier behavioral healthcare providers and offers an extensive range of high-quality adult treatment services to its clients who may be suffering from addiction or mental health issues. Pyramid was represented during the variance application process by attorney Kurt E. Williams.

ATTORNEY SAMUEL E. WISER CONTRIBUTES ARTICLE TO BOROUGH NEWS MAGAZINE

November 25, 2019

Attorney Samuel E. Wiser contributed an article for the Borough News Magazine Special Edition: A Primer to Borough Office titled "The Role of the Borough Solicitor". /Portals/0/Documents/Borough News - Special Edition.pdf?ver=2019-11-25-140931-873

SALZMANN HUGHES ATTORNEYS PRESENT AT PSATS SEMINAR

October 31, 2019

Salzmann Hughes, P.C. attorneys Kurt Williams and Tyler Beaston presented “Conditional Uses and Special Exceptions: What is the Difference?” to elected and appointed officials. The presentation was part of the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors’ Fall Conference at Liberty Mountain Resort. The presentation included information about specific and general criteria for conditional uses and special exceptions and ordinance drafting tips.

SALZMANN HUGHES ATTORNEYS PRESENT AT PSATS SEMINAR

October 31, 2019

Salzmann Hughes, P.C. attorneys Steve Coccorese, Zach Rice, Kurt Williams and Tim Shultis presented a panel discussion at the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors’ Fall Conference at Liberty Mountain Resort. The panel discussion was entitled “Municipal Horror Stories” in recognition of the date. The interactive discussion included practice tips for attendees on how to avoid their own “horror stories” in their own municipalities.

HANOVER HOSPITAL SUCCESSFUL IN COMMONWEALTH COURT APPEAL

October 15, 2019

October 15, 2019. Salzmann Hughes, PC client UPMC Hanover Hospital (the “Hospital”) has been successful in its efforts to gain approval to construct an off-site parking lot on Potomac Avenue near the Hospital in Hanover. The case began in in 2016 with an application to the Hanover Borough Zoning Hearing Board (the “ZHB”). After approvals by the ZHB, multiple appeals to the York County Court of Common Pleas followed by neighbors opposed to the proposed parking lot. The Hospital was successful on both appeals. The objectors then appealed the parking lot’s approval to the Commonwealth Court. Today, the Commonwealth Court issued a decision affirming the York County Court of Common Pleas, allowing the construction of the Hospital’s new parking lot. UPMC Hanover Hospital was represented throughout the remand and appeal process by attorney Kurt E. Williams.

ATTORNEY SAMUEL E. WISER CONTRIBUTES TO ARTICLE ABOUT PROPERTY MAINTENANCE IN THE PENNSYLVANIA TOWNSHIP NEWS AUGUST 2019 EDITION

September 05, 2019

Sam Wiser, Chair of Salzmann Hughes, P.C.’s Municipal Practice Group contributed to an article entitled “Staying in Tip-Top Shape: Property Maintenance Laws Help Create an Attractive Community and Happier Neighbor” which appeared in the Pennsylvania Township News, August 2019 edition./Portals/0/Documents/Code Enforcement - PTN Aug19.pdf?ver=2019-09-05-124159-423 Sam provides advice to communities in Central Pennsylvania and the surrounding region regarding code enforcement matters. Effective code enforcement can lead to revitalization initiatives that increase the community tax base and quality of life.

SAMUEL E. WISER AND ZACHARY M. RICE PRESENT AT PSAB 2019 MUNICIPAL LEGAL UPDATE

August 15, 2019

On August 7th Sam Wiser and Zachary Rice, attorneys at Salzmann Hughes, P.C., presented at the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs 2019 Municipal Legal Update. The general session presentation included a review of recent court decisions and legislation that impact municipalities. The interactive presentation was well received by those in attendance. Sam is the Chair of Salzmann Hughes’ Municipal Practice Group and Zach focuses his practice primarily on municipal matters.

COMMUNITY AID, INC. SUCCESSFUL IN VARIANCE APPLICATION TO YORK TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD

May 29, 2019

May 28, 2019. Salzmann Hughes, PC client Community Aid, Inc. (“CommunityAid”) was successful in its application to the York Township Zoning Hearing Board for a variance to construct a porte-cochere at the Queensgate Shopping Center (former Bon-Ton location), to cover the donation drop-off area for its proposed new thrift store in York Township, York County, Pennsylvania. The variance was required because the porte-cochere extends into the 50’ building setback. CommunityAid is neighbors helping neighbors by accepting donations to create quality jobs, offer an affordable shopping experience, and support non-profit partners serving the local community. CommunityAid was represented during the variance application process by attorney Kurt E. Williams.