BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The Bethlehem Historic Conservation Commission on Monday approved the demolition of several structures to make way for a seven-story mixed-use building on South New Street.
To construct the new building known as the New Street Apartments, the applicant would need to demolish 319, 321-323, 325 and 327 S. New St.
Demolition of these historic structures, specifically the Italianate façade of 321-323 S. New St., had long been a key sticking point for committee members, but the applicant was able to prove that keeping the façade would cause economic hardship…