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Allentown City Council enacted Ordinance 16153, rezoning 2851-2865 College Drive from Low Density Residential (R-L) to Institutional-Governmental (I-G). Cedar Crest College plans to rehabilitate the properties for the Harmon Center for leadership and technology while retaining their residential character.
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The rezoning allows Cedar Crest College to use the properties for an academic center focused on workforce development, technology, and artificial intelligence. The college said renovations will be primarily inside the buildings, with regular activity expected mainly between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and possibly some evening classes. City staff reported no objections from adjacent property owners and recommended approval.
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