Derry Borough Planning Commission

07/28/2026

Agenda for public meeting of the Planning Commission Q3 2026.

05/01/2026

https://www.latrobebulletinnews.com/news/proposed-change-could-ease-costs-for-home-based-businesses-in-derry-borough/article_138b1c75-f542-49e7-88f3-17b63ddd73ca.html

The Derry Borough Planning Commission discussed changing the impact designations for home-based businesses at their quarterly meeting on Tuesday.

04/28/2026

Meeting of the Planning Commission Tonight 7:00 PM AV Germano Hall. All are welcome to attend.

03/12/2026

Investment Opportunity in Derry - Former Rite Aid Property

The former Rite Aid at 222 Y Street in Derry is available for purchase and ready for a new chapter.

Located along PA Route 217 in the Borough’s Central Commercial District, this highly visible site sits in the middle of a densely populated residential area and has served as a commercial anchor in our community for decades.

One of the most exciting opportunities for this location would be a grocery store or fresh food market, but the property could support many types of retail or service businesses.

Derry residents strongly support local businesses and would be excited to see a grocery, market, pharmacy, restaurant, or other retail concept open here.

Listing:
https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/222-Y-St-Derry-PA/35477472/

For information contact:
Lacey Hurley – Realtor
(615) 218-3733

If you know a grocer, investor, or business owner looking for a great location, tag them or share this post.

02/04/2026

Derry’s Planning Commission is a volunteer advisory board that meets quarterly to review planning and development matters and make recommendations to Borough Council. No special background is required. Just a willingness to learn, ask good questions, and help guide the Borough’s future.

01/28/2026

Come join the Planning Commission!

https://www.latrobebulletinnews.com/news/derry-borough-planning-commission-january-meeting-cancelled-due-to-lack-of-members/article_05d510ee-1fd6-45be-a24b-607f5d530a32.html?fbclid=IwdGRjcAPnWaFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEefDY6QVrAtMG87pB4zd47Db4oK3JarLvn8H1pEfB20D6IpvDy6VTru0LZPT8_aem_WK9vYc-6WUb-hF8LE8KY1g

The Derry Borough Planning Commission canceled its January meeting, which was supposed to take place on Tuesday evening, due to a lack of a quorum as two Planning Commission positions

01/08/2026

📝 Planning Commission Openings – Derry Borough
Derry Borough Council is seeking residents interested in serving on the Derry Borough Planning Commission. Two seats are currently open.
The Commission meets quarterly or as needed and advises Council on zoning, ordinances, planning, and development matters.
📍 Must be a Derry Borough resident
📨 Submit a letter of interest to:
114 E Second Ave, Derry PA
or email [email protected]

11/25/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Derry Borough Planning Commission Recommends Approval of Porcelain Park Subdivision Plan

DERRY, PA — November 24, 2025 — The Derry Borough Planning Commission held a special meeting on Monday, November 24 at 7:00 PM at AV Germano Hall to review the subdivision plan for the former Porcelain Park site. This is the historic property where Derry’s industrial identity was established. It was home to the Pittsburg Insulator Company, later Westinghouse, and most recently Industrial Ceramics Inc., and it helped shape generations of local employment and economic activity.

The proposed subdivision would divide the Westmoreland County Land Bank property into two marketable lots. A portion of one lot will be ceded to the Derry Volunteer Fire Department (DVFD) for parking to support operations at AV Germano Hall.

In attendance to address public questions were Brian Lawrence, Director of the Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority, and Tysen Miller of KU Resources. DVFD Vice President Tim McCloskey and other members of the Fire Department were also present.

Following discussion, the Planning Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval of the subdivision plan to Derry Borough Council. Council will review the recommendation at its next working meeting on December 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM at AV Germano Hall.

County officials reported that site preparation work is continuing as the property moves toward redevelopment. They confirmed ongoing communication with an interested developer and noted consistent coordination as the Borough prepares for the formal dedication of the new roadway.

“This is an important and necessary step in the process of returning Porcelain Park to marketable use for mixed industrial and commercial activity,” said Nathan Bundy, Chair of the Planning Commission. “We appreciate the efforts by the County to finalize these last details in preparation for sale to the developer.”

For more information, please contact:
Nathan Bundy
724-217-2332