Recap of Community Development Activities Meeting on Liquor License Application at 4609 Butler St (to be Lawrence Hall)
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Recap of Community Development Activities Meeting on Liquor License Application at 4609 Butler St (to be Lawrence Hall)

ByEmma Gamble

LH Hospitality Co. has applied for a liquor license at 4609 Butler St. The site is set to be named Lawrence Hall. As part of LU & LC’s community process, a Community Development Activities Meeting (CDAM) was held for LH Hospitality Co. to present their plans to the community on Thursday, 5/25 at 5:30 PM…

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Allegheny County Whole Home Repairs Program 2023 Application (Apply May 30-June 30, 2023)

ByEmma Gamble

Action Housing has opened the application for Allegheny County Whole Home Repairs Program for 2023. Funding is available to fix severe issues like damage to your home’s roof, windows, and foundation. The money can also go towards accessibility modifications so someone managing a disability can live in the house. Who can apply? To qualify, applicant(s)…

Recap of Community Development Activities Meeting on UPMC Children’s proposed Heart Institute
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Recap of Community Development Activities Meeting on UPMC Children’s proposed Heart Institute

ByEmma Gamble

UPMC Children’s Hospital has proposed the development of a new 3-story Heart Institute to be built above their Mid-Campus Garage. As part of LU & LC’s community process, a Community Development Activities Meeting (CDAM) was held for UPMC Children’s Hospital to present their plans to the community on Thursday, 5/25 at 5:30 PM at the…

Recap of Community Development Activities Meeting on 5438 Butler St (formerly Nied’s Hotel)
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Recap of Community Development Activities Meeting on 5438 Butler St (formerly Nied’s Hotel)

ByEmma Gamble

A person-to-person liquor license has been applied for by the potential new owners of 5438 Butler St (formerly Nied’s Hotel) as plans for new ownership and development for the space are finalized. As part of LU & LC’s community process, a Community Development Activities Meeting (CDAM) was held for Camp Eight to present their plans…

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Recap of Community Development Activities Meeting with Camp Eight Capital regarding 108 43rd St (formerly Kaleidoscope Cafe)

ByEmma Gamble

Camp Eight Capital is proposing a new 100 housing unit development at 43rd & Willow St. As part of LU & LC’s community process, a Community Development Activities Meeting (CDAM) was held for Camp Eight to present their plans to the community on Thursday, 4/27 at 6:30 PM. The meeting was held virtually over Zoom…

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ZBA Approval of Variance Request for 5303 Butler St

ByEmma Gamble

On February 2, 2023, Albion Residential met with the ZBA to review their variance request for 5303 Butler Street. The variance requested was a 71′ high building (45′ maximum building height currently permitted). The ZBA has approved the requested variance with conditions, including:  “The building design shall include 12′ stepbacks from Butler St and the…

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Community Meeting on Albion Development at Butler & McCandless

ByDavid Breingan

Albion Development is proposing a new, mixed-use development at Butler & McCandless, with approximately 300 housing units and new commercial space. As part of LU & LC’s community process, you’re invited to attend this open and public meeting to learn more, ask questions, and provide feedback on Tues. 11/15 at 6:30 PM. This is a…

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October 2022 Update on Thunderbird Cafe

ByDavid Breingan

Since a community meeting was hosted on 4/19/2022, LU and LC have been working with Thunderbird Cafe to finalize a revised consent agreement for their occupancy permit — and work through practical ways to implement it. An amended consent agreement that includes all of the topics of discussion at the April 2022 community meeting has…

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LU and partners head to court to defend inclusionary zoning, affordable housing, and diverse neighborhoods

ByDavid Breingan

Organizations representing Pittsburgh neighborhoods where housing costs are soaring filed a motion to intervene in a case defending inclusionary zoning, affordable housing, and diverse communities August 16. 2022—Pittsburgh is facing an escalating crisis in housing affordability. In response, the City passed an inclusionary zoning ordinance this spring, requiring new large developments to set aside units…

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Neighborhood organizations from across City slam bad faith lawsuit from developers opposed to affordable housing

ByDavid Breingan

A special interest group of corporate real estate developers is suing to ensure they can continue to profit off of the displacement of low-income families in Pittsburgh One of the key areas highlighted in the Gainey Administration’s transition team report is the critical need for more affordable housing for Pittsburgh families. And yet, on the…