Design Review Board DRB 7 July 2026

The City of Milton, Georgia Design Review Board convened on July 7, 2026, to review demolition and development plans related to a historic property at 14880 Freemanville Road. The board discussed the demolition of several structures including a house, accessory buildings, a tobacco barn, and driveways. Staff recommended approval of demolition with conditions to preserve certain historic elements, such as a mural, and to allow the Milton Historical Society additional time to find a new location for the tobacco barn. Public comments emphasized the importance of historic preservation and proposed city involvement in relocating and preserving these structures. The board ultimately approved demolition with a 30-day extension for the historical society to document and potentially relocate the tobacco barn. Additionally, the board reviewed and unanimously approved a final plan for exterior renovations and ADA improvements to a historic building in Crab Apple, emphasizing preservation of its historic character. Discussions also highlighted the need for a dedicated historic preservation commission and funding to better manage such projects in the future.