Group Child Care Establishment on Highland Street
Allentown
Summary
A resident wants to open a group child care home for up to 12 children at her Highland Street house. Neighbors expressed worries about morning traffic, noise, and safety, but the board approved it with a sidewalk condition.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Establishment of a small home-based business providing childcare services.
Working parents needing local child care and the business operator.
Immediate neighbors concerned with street congestion and noise.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Zoning Hearing Board — June 22, 2026
A resident wants to open a group child care home for up to 12 children at her Highland Street house. Neighbors expressed worries about morning traffic, noise, and safety, but the board approved it with a sidewalk condition.
Zoning Hearing Board — March 30, 2026
Neighbors packed the meeting to fight a proposed 24/7 group daycare on Highland Street, warning that speeding traffic, blocked alleys, and a lack of parking make the residential corner unsafe. The board approved the daycare anyway, provided the owner installs two off-street parking spaces and meets state play area rules.
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