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PETITION

To: Newtown Board of Supervisors

CC: Planning Commission

Petition: STOP Zoning Changes Allowing Chick-fil-A Construction in Newtown

I am writing on behalf of nearly 800 Newtown area residents who have expressed deep concerns

via a petition regarding the proposed Chick-fil-A on Newtown-Yardley Road and Upper Silver Lake

Road. This development, alarmingly close to residential areas, requires several variances that we

believe are not in the best interest of our community.

The introduction of a high-volume fast food drive-thru restaurant in such proximity to a residential

development is unsuitable and risks fundamentally altering the character of our neighborhood.

Current infrastructure is already inadequate for existing traffic, which is often backed up on

Newtown-Yardley Road approaching the Newtown Bypass. The added congestion from this

development, traffic from the soon-to-be-built Wawa, and potential future developments will lead

to unbearable traffic conditions and significant safety issues.

In light of these factors and pursuant to Section 910.2 of the PA Municipal Planning Code, which

mandates that variances should not "alter the essential character of the neighborhood or district,"

we urge the Newtown Board of Supervisors to strongly oppose the requested zoning changes

and variances. Our community’s character, safety, and quality of life are at stake.

Please find the signatures, comments, and a list of media mentions on the following pages that

reflect the community's sentiment regarding this issue.

Signatures..................................................................................................................................................................3

Comments...............................................................................................................................................................28

Media Coverage..................................................................................................................................................... 31

Thank you for considering the voices of your constituents in this crucial matter. We count on your

support to preserve Newtown's charm and safety.

Sincerely,

Donna Serdula

11 Kingsley Court (Wiltshire Walk)

Newtown, PA 18940

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STOP Zoning Changes Allowing Chick-fil-A Construction in Newtown

Petition Insights

Supporter Map:

● 781 signatures in total, reflecting substantial community engagement and opposition.

● 63% of signatures are from the immediate area (ZIP codes 18940, 19047, and 18977).

● 88% of signatures are from the Northeast, underscoring the regional concern about this

development.

Please note that the locations listed for petition signatories may not always reflect their actual

residence due to the use of IP address-based location services. Those listed with out-of-town

locations may indeed be residents of Newtown or have significant ties to our community.

Additionally, the difference between the full number of signatures and those listed in this

document is due to the continued collection of signatures even after my initial data download.

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