PENN TOWNSHIP WITHDRAWS COMPLAINT AGAINST THE CLUB AT BLACKTHORNE

Penn Township has officially withdrawn its complaint against the Club at Blackthorne of violating the municipality’s zoning ordinance.  Blackthorne Investors, the developer of Blackthorne Estates, challenged an occupancy permit issued in November to the clubhouse by township zoning officer Adam Hlad. Blackthorne Investors argue that the clubhouse cannot operate as a private event center and restaurant without maintaining its ties to the golf course, according to the appeal.  Clubhouse owners Anthony and Leah Cifelli said an occupancy permit issued in November allows them to operate.  Township Solicitor Gavin Robb withdrew the municipality’s zoning violation notice during Thursday’s zoning hearing board meeting.