Builders Ask for Answers, Council's Help

A few developers stood before Council Monday night asking for help on an issue that's halting construction in part of the township. 

is causing builders to seek answers and assistance from township officials.

The Peters Creek Sanitary Authority is in favor of building its own plant. Developer Ted Taylor said no builder is in favor of the idea.

Taylor told council that costs would skyrocket and it would take five to seven years for builders to obtain sewer permits.

Much of the decision is left to the state Department of Enviromental Protection, who imposed the temporary prohibition due to needed upgrades in the sewer system with sewage processed through the Clairton Municipal Authority.

A plan submitted by PCSA to built a plant was rejected by DEP.

Builder that this not only stops builders, but it stops landowners that want to sell vacant land. 

“If taps are not available, the value of the land is greatly reduced," he said. “PCSA said it could be two years to resolve this."

Councilwoman Monica Merrell said she attended the joint meeting that was held in Union Township last week. 

Council agreed that she or councilman Jim Berquist—because of his coverage area—should attend this Thursday's meeting to keep council in the loop on the issue.

The builders and council members both expressed concern and said they're looking for the truth that somewhere "lies in the middle."

Another meeting will be held Thursday, April 5.

Editor's Note: Peters Township Sanitary Authority serves a majority of homes and businesses in Peters, which is a separate entity from PCSA. Stay tuned to Patch for developing details.

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