Pennsy Trail Extension

Pedestrian Bridge to be Installed Saturday, May 18, 2024

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Plan Ahead for Detours and Localized Power Outage

The highly anticipated Pennsy Trail extension is making significant strides with the scheduled installation of a pedestrian bridge over Manoa Road on May 18th. Once this crucial infrastructure is placed, the remaining 1600-foot section of the trail and related improvements can be completed. At that time, residents and visitors will have a seamless connection from the Llanerch Shopping Center on West Chester Pike to the Haverford Area YMCA on Eagle Road.

Nearby residents and businesses should be prepared for a temporary power outage on May 18th from 8 AM to 2 PM. PECO will notify affected customers via robocall in advance of the shutdown. Approximately 420 customers will be affected.

In addition, Manoa Road will be closed to through traffic between West Chester Pike and Darby Road during bridge placement on May 18^th. Local residents and businesses will have access, but may need to enter from a different direction based on the work zone.

This portion of the Pennsy Trail is a continuation of earlier phases and will follow the former railroad bed. This project not only expands the trail network but also paves the way for future extensions, potentially connecting to Haverford Reserve in the north and Upper Darby Township in the south, further enhancing regional connectivity.

This project is funded by Haverford Township and grants from the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission’s (DVRPC) Transportation Alternatives Set Aside Program. Haverford Township appreciates the ongoing support of PennDOT, DVRPC, Pennoni, TPD, Richard E. Pierson Construction, and all those who have been involved in this project over the years.

Large E-Waste Event

June 15, 2024 from 9 AM to 1 PM

Don't Forget to Register in Advance

The Township has partnered with PAR-RecycleWorks, a local not-for-profit, which hires formerly incarcerated individuals to recycle used electronics. Their mission is twofold: working to restore lives by providing job training and transitional paid employment in a supportive environment, while also protecting the planet and assuring that e-waste is dismantled and properly recycled.

Read more and register here.

Haverford Township

Zoning Hearing Board

Public Notice

NOTICE is hereby given that the Zoning Hearing Board will hold a Public Meeting on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 7:45 PM, in the Commissioners Meeting Room, 1014 Darby Road, Havertown, PA at which time the Board will consider appeals from the zoning provisions of the General Laws of the Township of Haverford, Chapter 182: Z24-13 Douglas Ipina, owner of 1401 Lawndale Avenue, Havertown, PA, D.C. Folio # 22-06-01351-00 and 22-06-01352-00, who seeks a Special Exception from the provisions of 182-802.B(1) to permit the expansion of a non-conforming structure by adding an addition and a garage to the existing dwelling that is non-conforming in regard to the front yard setback. Zoned R-6 Medium Density Residential. Ward 6. Z24-14 Dennis Frimmer, owner of 21 Decatur Road, Havertown, PA, D.C. Folio # 22-03-00741-00, who seeks a Special Exception from the provisions of 182-802.B(1) to permit the expansion of a non-conforming structure by adding an addition to the rear of the dwelling that is non-conforming in regard to the front yard setback. Zoned R-4 Low to Medium Density Residential. Ward 3. Z24-15 Jewish Student Enrichment Center, Inc., owner of 780 & 788 College Avenue, Haverford, PA, D.C. Folio # 22-04-00134-00 and 22-04-00135-00, who seeks a Special Exception from the provisions of 182-204.(B) to permit a church and place of worship within the residential district. Zoned R-2 Low Density Residential. Ward 5. Z24-16 Nicholas & Rebecca Stoyer, owner of 414 Lincoln Avenue, Havertown, PA, D.C. Folio # 22-01-00889-00, who seeks a Variance from the provisions of 182-207.C.(5).(b) to permit an addition to be located twenty-four feet six inches (24' – 6”) from the Right-of-Way, when a minimum of thirty (30) feet is required. Zoned R-5 Low to Medium Density Residential. Ward 1. Z24-17 Michael & Kimberly Maloney, owner of 2624 St. Davids Lane, Ardmore, PA, D.C. Folio # 22-03-01973-00, who seeks a Variance from the provisions of 182-204.C.4 to permit an addition that will increase the Building Coverage from 24.9% to 27.1% and a Special Exception from the provisions of 182-802.B(1) to permit the expansion of a non-conforming structure by adding two (2) additions to the rear of the dwelling that is non-conforming in regard to the front, side and rear yard setbacks and the Building Coverage. . Zoned R-2 Low Density Residential. Ward 3. Z24-19 John & Denise Viola, owner of 713 Ashurst Road, Havertown, PA, D.C. Folio # 22-08-00041-00, who seeks a Special Exception from the provisions of 182-802.B(1) to permit the expansion of a non-conforming structure by constructing an addition to the rear of the dwelling that is non-conforming in regard to the front yard setbacks and a Variance from Section 182-206.C.(6).(b) to permit the addition to be located on the property line of the twin building when a twenty foot setback is required due to the Special Exception. Zoned R-4 Low to Medium Density Residential. Ward 8. All interested parties are invited to attend and be heard in accordance with the rules and procedures established by the Board. The Board will conclude the hearing at 11:00 PM and any unfinished business will be continued to a future meeting date. DCT: May 1, 8. a-1

Haverford Township

Sewer Info

Please Review Your Homeowner's Insurance

Sewer backups and floods pose significant risks to property, often resulting in extensive damage that standard homeowners' insurance policies do not cover. Responsibility for such claims typically falls on property owners. When sewage from sanitary sewer lines backs up into homes through drain pipes, it not only causes costly water damage but also creates health hazards. Haverford Township is not responsible for damages caused by sewers, drains and sump pumps except under limited/special circumstances provided by the PA Municipal Immunity laws. Residents should review their homeowner's, flood, and sewer backup insurance coverage with their agents or insurance companies to adequately safeguard their valuable assets. Additionally, according to our Township Code, all sewer service laterals connected to the Township's sewer system, regardless of location, are the responsibility of the customer or owner and must be maintained in good condition and repair.

PennDOT District 6 News

PECO Utility Improvements



Monday, May 6, through Friday, September 20, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, a weekday lane closure is scheduled in both directions on Route 3 (West Chester Pike) between Glen Gary Drive and Eagle Road in Haverford Township.

PECO is working with Haverford Township Police Department to ensure traffic continues to flow as smoothly as possible while they complete these important infrastructure projects.

Haverford Township has no jurisdiction over utility projects on State Roads. These projects are performed under PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permits.