The Butler Township Planning Commission has recommended approval of a plan that would allow for the construction of a crematorium facility adjacent to an existing funeral home.
Representatives of Spencer Geibel Funeral Home at 140 New Castle Road first presented plans to acquire an additional just over seven acre property from Caparosa and combine to make an eight acre parcel.
Geibel would then construct a 3,800 square foot facility that includes a crematorium, offices, a garage for funeral home vehicles, and additional overflow parking for the current funeral home.
This use has been approved by the Township Zoning Hearing Board. Next, the plan will be considered by the Township Commissioners later this month. If given final approval, construction could begin in October.
