Panel stirs controversy giving nod to heliport in East Oakmont

From: Tribune-Review/Pittsburgh Tribune-Review | Date: February 28, 2008| Author: Karen Zapf | Copyright information

The Plum Planning Commission has recommended approval of a controversial heliport in the borough's East Oakmont section.

The commission earlier this week granted Cherokee Helicopter Service a conditional use to operate the heliport on Eastern Avenue.

Plum Council is expected to discuss the application during its 7 p.m. meeting on Monday and could vote on it March 10.

Planning Director Greg Bachy said the heliport is proposed as a 65-by-65-foot asphalt landing area. The hel...

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