New Brewery Proposed In Newtown

NEWTOWN, PA — A brewing company has its sights set on Newtown.

Newtown Brewing Company is proposing to open a brewery and tavern at 103 Penns Trail, in the Newtown Business Commons. The business, owned by John North Busby, is seeking zoning relief because that is currently not a permitted use in the light industrial district.

At a recent Board of Supervisors meeting, Planning Commission Chairman Allen Fidler explained the application, saying Newtown Brewing Company is seeking to occupy 4,550 square feet of an existing 10,000 square-foot building.

This is the building at 103 Penns Trail:

The brewery would open to public, with seating for 70. There would also be a space for small parties, Fidler said.

The brewery would not have a kitchen. It would be a "bring your own food" operation. However, they would be permitted to have packaged snacks available, according to Fidler.

Fidler said the commission "felt it was a favorable use" and made an informal recommendation that the board not necessarily oppose the application.

Newtown Brewing Company is a new enterprise, and has no existing locations, explained Fidler.

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