Cumberland County · South Middleton Township · #2902
Wheatstone age-restricted community
South Middleton Township, PA · 258 homes, senior living
About this project
Wheatstone is an age-restricted community in South Middleton Township, Cumberland County, with 258 dwellings (78 detached and 180 semi-detached duplex units) and a clubhouse.
Official description: Wheatstone is a proposed age restricted residential community consisting of 258 single-family dwelling units (78 single-family detached dwelling units & 180 single-family semi-detach duplex dwelling units) and a clubhouse with associated amenities. The Wheatstone Conditional Use Plan was approved by the South Middleton Township Board of Supervisors on November 22, 2022; see standalone Conditional Use Notes on this sheet. All dwelling units and the clubhouse shall be served with public sewer and water. All streets proposed with this plan shall be constructed to township requirements and offered for dedication. The applicant proposes to pay a fee in-lieu-of land dedication to satisfy recreation requirements for each unit at time of final plan recording. The only subdivision associated with the plan is relative to the proposed public street right of ways separating portions of the tract although all lands shall be owned by a single entity; the Communities HOA. Senior living
Filing history
- 2024-08-25 · #2902 · Submission · 258 lots/units
The full picture AI research · Nov 1, 2026
Wheatstone is a proposed age-restricted community (homes for older adults, typically 55 and over) in South Middleton Township, Cumberland County. County records list 258 homes: 78 detached houses and 180 semi-detached duplex units, where two homes share a wall. A clubhouse is also planned.
The county records do not say what is on the site now. They also do not say who would build or run the community.
A local news report from late 2018 shows the idea has been around for years. It describes a 55+ community proposed in the township, with zoning hearings that were continued to later dates and some residents raising concerns. The article text could not be opened, so the details of those concerns and the outcome are unknown. No newer coverage or township documents were found.
What it could mean nearby
- Traffic: 258 homes would add car trips to nearby roads. No traffic study or road-access details were found.
- Housing: the project would add 258 homes aimed at older adults, which usually means fewer school-age children than family housing.
- Open space and utilities: no site plans, sewer or water details, or preserved-land figures were found in public sources.
Where it stands
The latest county filing is dated 2024-08-25, so the plan has been through at least some local review. No decision or approval was found online. Next steps usually include township review of the subdivision and land development plan, then any needed approvals and permits before construction.
- Aug 25, 2024 Latest filing for Wheatstone in county planning records
- Dec 2018 Local newspaper reported a proposed 55+ community in South Middleton Township, with zoning hearings continued to later dates
Want to weigh in? The South Middleton Township supervisors and planning commission usually review projects like this at public meetings, and residents can comment there; check the township's posted agendas for dates.
Around the web
- Cumberlink article on proposed Wheatstone 55+ community (South Middleton Township)The Sentinel / Cumberlink · Dec 16, 2018Search summaries of this article show a 55+ community was proposed in the township and zoning hearings were continued. The article itself could not be opened.
Planning terms explained
- Age-restricted community
- A neighborhood where homes are reserved for older adults, usually people 55 or over.
- Semi-detached (duplex) home
- Two homes built side by side that share one common wall.
- Zoning hearing
- A public meeting where a township board hears a request to allow a use or exception to local zoning rules.
- Land development plan
- The detailed layout of buildings, roads, utilities and stormwater that a township must approve before building.
Researched by AI from public sources on Nov 1, 2026. It can make mistakes, so check the linked sources and the municipality before relying on it.
Scope estimate for contractors
Estimated construction value: $58.0M
- ~1,290 roofing squares
- ~258 HVAC systems
- ~258 kitchens / 516+ bathrooms
- ~232,200 sq ft of finished living space
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