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Residential Conversion at 943-951 W. Chew St.

Allentown

Summary

A developer plans to turn an old commercial building and print shop into 18 new apartments. The historic board reviewed the exterior changes, requiring them to keep historic touches like the loading dock bumper and metal window styling.

At a glance

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Last discussed Feb 2, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Private investment in multi-family housing development, bringing 18 new rental units to the neighborhood.

✅Who benefits

Future residents looking for housing and the property owners redeveloping an empty building.

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