Developer Agrees To Permanently Withdraw Buckingham Warehouse Plan

BUCKINGHAM TOWNSHIP, PA — Developer J.G. Petrucci has agreed to a stipulation agreement that will permanently withdraw plans for a controversial warehouse from the table, Buckingham Township announced on Thursday.

"The stipulation, once fully executed and approved by the Bucks County Court, will end all litigation and permanently withdraw the warehouse application with prejudice," the township said in an announcement posted on its website.

As part of the stipulation, the township said Petrucci will be allowed to develop the industrial-zoned site bordering Cold Spring Creamery Road with up to 40 single-family homes, "consistent with neighboring properties," while preserving 26 acres as open space.

"This stipulation is not a bait and switch that would allow the warehouse plan to resurface," said the township. "Rather, the stipulation, if signed by all parties, would require that “Petrucci withdraw, with prejudice, the Petrucci application upon receipt of final, unappealable approval of the residential proposal in accordance with this stipulation.”

The court would retain jurisdiction “to ensure and enforce compliance by the parties with the terms of this stipulation," the township said.

No Buckingham Warehouse Announces Commitments

"No Buckingham Warehouse," a grassroots group of residents who have been fighting plans for the warehouse, made its own announcement on Thursday, saying that it had secured "significant new commitments" from the developer, subject to township approval.

The commitments include:

• A proposed land swap that would allow for the preservation of 94 acres of open space, an additional 68 acres, to the 26 acres originally proposed.

• Significant recreational upgrades to Bush Park, fully funded by JG Petrucci, to include the construction of four pickleball courts and a community-use splash pad designed for Buckingham families and residents of all ages.

“These concessions show what can be achieved when residents stand together and advocate for solutions that honor Buckingham’s character while meeting today’s needs,” said Mike Bateman, chair of the No Buckingham Warehouse Steering Committee. “This progress is meaningful — but it depends on the township’s willingness to partner with the community in good faith.”

The residents are requesting that all parties agree to an "open and transparent process" that targets a signing date on or before Dec. 15, allowing sufficient time for consideration, transparency, and due diligence; and thus also removing election politics from the decision.

“We appreciate the ongoing constructive dialogue we’ve had with Mike Bateman, Jeff Glauber and the No Buckingham Warehouse Group throughout this process,” said Greg Rogerson from JG Petrucci Company. “Their thoughtful advocacy and commitment to the community helped shape a plan that reflects Buckingham’s priorities — preserving open space, enhancing recreation, and ensuring responsible growth. We are excited about this project's new direction and this collaboration shows what’s possible when residents, developers, and local leaders can work together in good faith to create lasting benefits for the community.”

“Our community has invested enormous effort in finding a better path forward,” said Jeff Glauber, Vice Chair of the No Buckingham Warehouse Steering Committee. “The responsible next step is to ensure this proposed agreement is reviewed without political pressure or artificial deadlines. Let’s do this right this time around.”