Solar power farm near Guyton, GA (Effingham Herald photo / Birk Herrath) The city of McDonough is exploring the development of a solar power farm on city-owned property. The possibility is in the early stages of discussion but, if built, would secure a new source of revenue to offset city expenses. The property consists of... Continue Reading →
The zoning advisory board considered a rezoning request this month for a new grocery store after tabling the request in November. The proposed development is located at the southeast corner of state route 155 and Kelleytown Road. The ZAB voted 3-2 to recommend approval of the project. The board previously recommended approval of an associated... Continue Reading →
Happy New Year! Here are three Georgia DOT projects that let for construction in 2020. Letting for construction represents the month bids are due from contractors to the state. The notice to proceed and first signs of construction usually occur within six to eight weeks after the let date. State Route 81 at South RiverReplacing... Continue Reading →
The Spalding County Board of Commissioners approved revisions to a concept site plan this week for an upcoming expansion of Heron Bay. The 235.56 +/- acre property was originally rezoned in 2005. The 235 acre parcel is divided into two areas: the village node off highway 155, depicted above, and a residential area further west,... Continue Reading →
The Georgia General Assembly created the Georgia Commission on Freight & Logistics during this year's session to study the existing freight infrastructure in the state and make recommendations about its long-term viability and continued success. The commission has been meeting since August and is expected to conclude its work before the end of the year.... Continue Reading →
Cole Tract Associates LP, land owners of 235.56 +/- acres located immediately south of the Henry / Spalding County line, are planning an economic reboot of their development. The property was rezoned in 2005 and is accessible off state highway 155. The applicant has applied for a variance from development standards before proceeding with their... Continue Reading →
Georgia DOT is advising motorists about upcoming lane closures on state route 155 and Interstate 75. Lane closures will occur during overnight hours, except when restricted for the holidays, starting Monday, December 9, 2019 through the end of January 2020. State Route 155The first project is for contractors to complete lane striping as part of... Continue Reading →
January 12 update: the zoning advisory board recommended approval of the rezoning request. The zoning advisory board tabled a rezoning request in November for a new mixed use development at the southeast corner of state route 155 and Kelleytown Road. The ZAB also recommended approval of a concurrent request to amend the future land use... Continue Reading →
Henry County residents are invited to a community meeting next week to discuss an upcoming rezoning request at the southeast corner of State Route 155 and Kelleytown Road. The community meeting will be held on Monday, November 18, at 7 pm at Victory Tabernacle Church. The church is located at 111 Kelleytown Road. The rezoning... Continue Reading →
