Permits have been issued for two buildings at 3821 and 3823 Lancaster Avenue. At 3821 Lancaster Avenue, plans call to remove an existing two-story rear addition and replace it with a three-story addition. This will make room for apartments. In total, there will be 4,323 square feet of space within the expanded building, with construction costs estimated at $300,000. At 3823 Lancaster Avenue, the existing two-story addition will also be removed to allow for the construction of a three-story addition. Here, the building will also hold six apartments. There will be 3,920 square feet of space within this building, while construction costs are also estimated at $300,000.
The buildings on site are classic relics of Lancaster Avenue, with very attractive exteriors. Brick is the main material used on the facades, rising the full three story height of each structure. This matches that of most other buildings along the corridor. Atop the third story, each structure possesses a detailed cornice that nicely caps off the design. It is great to say that these historic exteriors will be preserved, as the majority of the work will be happening towards the back of these buildings.
3821 and 3823 Lancaster Avenue. Credit: Google.
Overall, the new project is going to be a great addition to the block, adding plenty of density in an unobstructed way. Moving forward, this method of construction seems to be a prime candidate for densifying corridors, as it maintains the architectural and historical heritage of the streets, while also adding necessary density along key commercial arteries. Hopefully, this project will be replicated in many similar ways throughout the city.
3821 and 3823 Lancaster Avenue. Credit: Google.
The new residential units will only help Lancaster Avenue continue to blossom as one of the city’s strongest commercial corridors. With the massive influx of density around the street, it is only a matter of time before Lancaster blossoms to its full potential. The prime transit access along the Route 10 Trolley is simply just an added bonus.
No completion date is known for the project at this time.
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