Politics & Government
Housing Development Proposed At Audubon Elementary School Site
Developers are seeking a zoning code change to allow them to build.
EAGLEVILLE, PA — A developer is seeking zoning relief to transform the former Audubon Elementary School property into new housing, according to a letter sent to Lower Providence residents by the township.
The developers aim to build six residential units through an "adaptive reuse" project that would see exterior footprint and character of the building maintained.
North Wales-based WB Homes Land Acquisitions must first have the zoning changed, however.
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A zoning hearing board meeting will be held Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. to address the proposal.
Methacton School District shut down Audubon Elementary in 2018 after years of rumors despite large organized protests against the move.
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Enrollment studies cited by the school board at the time forecasted 320 fewer students in grades K-4 by 2024 than in 2007, and 960 students fewer district-wide by 2024.
The elementary school, which is located on 2765 Egypt Road, had been in use since 1928.
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