New Seven-Story Apartment Building at 405 Walnut St.
Allentown
Summary
Developers are moving forward with a seven-story, 44-unit apartment building on a vacant corner lot at 405 Walnut St., bringing new housing units and enhanced pedestrian signals to downtown Allentown.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
Private capital investment into a vacant downtown infill parcel, increasing housing stock and local tax base.
Future apartment residents and downtown Allentown businesses benefiting from increased foot traffic.
Nearby residents affected by potential construction congestion, sidewalk closures, and increased parking scarcity.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Zoning Hearing Board — May 11, 2026
Developers are moving forward with a seven-story, 44-unit apartment building on a vacant corner lot at 405 Walnut St., bringing new housing units and enhanced pedestrian signals to downtown Allentown.
Planning Commission — January 13, 2026
Developers are proposing a 7-story apartment building with 44 units and two levels of parking in Center Allentown. The project involves subdividing the lot from an existing office building and aims to add housing options downtown.
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