Philadelphia · West Kensington · #ZP-2024-005132
20-unit multifamily expansion at 2520 N Front St
2520 N Front St, West Kensington, PA · 20 homes, apartments
About this project
A zoning variance would expand a previously approved multifamily use to 20 dwelling units across the whole proposed structure at 2520 N Front St in West Kensington, Philadelphia.
Official description: Permit for the expansion of the previously approved use, Multi-Family Household Living (18 units), to occupy 100% of the proposed structure (no permits for construction have been issued) and increase the unit count to 20 dwelling units.
- Plan type
- Zoning Board appeal (Variance)
- Status
- Zoning Board: Complete
Filing history
- 2024-06-10 · #ZP-2024-005132 · Zoning Board appeal (Variance)
The full picture AI research · Nov 1, 2026
A zoning variance would let a multifamily building at 2520 N Front St in West Kensington, Philadelphia, hold 20 homes. County records say a multifamily use was already approved for the site. The variance would expand that approval to 20 dwelling units across the whole proposed structure.
The records don't say what is on the lot now. They don't name a developer, and they don't say whether the homes will be rentals or for sale. No news coverage, hearing notes, developer page or neighbor opposition was found for this address. The county facts are the only project-specific information available.
A variance is a formal exception to the zoning rules. It is normally granted only after a public hearing.
What it could mean nearby
- Up to 20 new households could add housing in the West Kensington area.
- More residents could mean more street parking demand and more traffic on N Front St. The records give no parking or access details.
Where it stands
The latest county filing is dated 2024-06-10, and the variance request appeared to be in the approval process at that point. No decision or later outcome was found online. Next steps usually include a zoning board hearing, a decision, and then building permits if the variance is granted.
- Jun 10, 2024 Latest county filing for the 20-unit variance request
Want to weigh in? In Philadelphia, the Zoning Board of Adjustment normally decides variance requests, and residents can usually comment at its hearing or through the local registered community organization.
Planning terms explained
- Zoning variance
- Official permission to build in a way the zoning rules would not otherwise allow.
- Multifamily
- A building with several separate homes, such as apartments.
- Dwelling unit
- One self-contained home with its own living, sleeping, cooking and bathroom space.
We searched the web for this project but found nothing beyond the county record, so this explanation is based on the filing alone. 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: $4.8M
- ~120 roofing squares
- ~20 HVAC systems
- ~20 kitchens / 40+ bathrooms
- ~20,000 sq ft of finished living space
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