SPS Technologies Facility Reconstruction and Land Development Waiver
Abington
Summary
The fire destroyed a 100-year-old aerospace fastener factory that makes parts no other facility can produce, and SPS wants to rebuild fast. The new plant would be smaller, more compliant with zoning, and more environmentally friendly, but neighbors still have concerns about fire safety and creek access.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 8
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
Rebuilding SPS keeps a major aerospace employer and local economic engine in Abington, though no direct Township cost figures were given.
SPS, its workforce, the aerospace industry, and the local economy all gain from a faster rebuild.
Nearby residents like those on Stuart Avenue remain worried about fire safety barriers and may see continued truck traffic and construction impacts.
Mentions & discussions (8)
Environmental Advisory Council - Jun 17, 2026
SPS broke ground and, per its latest submission, is living up to its stormwater management commitments. The council will keep holding meetings to verify compliance and pressed for a community design charette.
Board of Commissioners (Regular) - Apr 30, 2026
SPS Technologies is seeking a waiver of land development to rebuild its aerospace manufacturing plant on Kenmore Avenue after a major fire destroyed the facility last year. While officials and residents support the economic return of the company, community groups and neighbors are pushing for environmental protections and future public access along Tookany Creek.
Planning Commission - Mar 24, 2026
The fire destroyed a 100-year-old aerospace fastener factory that makes parts no other facility can produce, and SPS wants to rebuild fast. The new plant would be smaller, more compliant with zoning, and more environmentally friendly, but neighbors still have concerns about fire safety and creek access.
Environmental Advisory Council - Mar 18, 2026
The council reviewed SPS Technologies' waiver requests and site plans for a Highland Avenue parking lot, pushing for green building standards like LEED v4.0 and integrated solar design.
Environmental Advisory Council - Feb 18, 2026
The council reviewed comprehensive site plans and waiver requests from SPS Technologies, pushing for LEED certification and improved stormwater management.
Shade Tree Commission - Feb 10, 2026
Commissioners are coordinating with the Environmental Advisory Council and Planning Commission to review landscaping and floodplain restrictions for the SPS development.
Environmental Advisory Council - Jan 21, 2026
The council reviewed environmental impacts of a proposed industrial redevelopment at the SPS site, pushing for better stormwater management, larger riparian buffers, and energy efficiency.
Shade Tree Commission - Jan 13, 2026
SPS Technologies is seeking development ordinance waivers for its Kenmore Avenue property, prompting the commission to request detailed landscaping and stormwater plans.
Related development
SPS Technologies Reconstruction
Affects site landscaping, creek frontages, and stormwater management along Highland Avenue and rail tracks.
SPS updated land development plans
The rebuild cuts the building footprint, reduces impervious coverage by about two acres, adds modern stormwater controls, and targets LEED Silver or better — but construction traffic and the eventual fate of the north-side parking lot remain open issues.
SPS Technologies Parking Lot & Site Plan Waiver
Development will alter the site layout on Highland Ave while incorporating sustainable stormwater and solar elements into industrial expansion.
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