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The Melange Mess and Ghosting the Zoning Rules

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The source for this "Deep Dive" podcast is a transcript excerpt from a Newtown Board of Supervisors meeting on September 24, 2025, specifically focusing on a public comment and subsequent discussion regarding zoning enforcement and code violations. A resident, Charlie Feuer (pronounced Foy·er), raised concerns about the status of a cease and desist order issued to a restaurant named Melange Louisiana on North Sycamore Street for unauthorized construction, emphasizing the importance of preserving the historic nature of the area. Mr. Feuer also noted that the restaurant's representatives failed to appear at a subsequent zoning hearing. The Board and its solicitor clarified that the restaurant cannot open without a certificate of occupancy and compliance with zoning regulations, even if internal refurbishment continues. The discussion broadened to a general concern about inconsistent zoning enforcement across the township, particularly regarding sign ordinances, with supervisors asserting that due process and the zoning officer's role must be followed to address violations through fines or court action to prevent non-compliance from becoming widespread. NOTE: The number of Melange's potentially illegal signs is 7, not nine. There are 2 other signs, which by themselves would be allowed by the signage ordinance.
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The source for this "Deep Dive" podcast is a transcript excerpt from a Newtown Board of Supervisors meeting on September 24, 2025, specifically focusing on a public comment and subsequent discussion regarding zoning enforcement and code violations. A resident, Charlie Feuer (pronounced Foy·er), raised concerns about the status of a cease and desist order issued to a restaurant named Melange Louisiana on North Sycamore Street for unauthorized construction, emphasizing the importance of preserving the historic nature of the area. Mr. Feuer also noted that the restaurant's representatives failed to appear at a subsequent zoning hearing. The Board and its solicitor clarified that the restaurant cannot open without a certificate of occupancy and compliance with zoning regulations, even if internal refurbishment continues. The discussion broadened to a general concern about inconsistent zoning enforcement across the township, particularly regarding sign ordinances, with supervisors asserting that due process and the zoning officer's role must be followed to address violations through fines or court action to prevent non-compliance from becoming widespread. NOTE: The number of Melange's potentially illegal signs is 7, not nine. There are 2 other signs, which by themselves would be allowed by the signage ordinance.
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