Planning Commission Hearing 7/15/2026

The City of South Fulton's Planning Commission held a hearing on July 15, 2026, addressing multiple zoning and land use cases. Key procurement-related discussions included several rezoning requests and comprehensive development plan amendments for residential, senior housing, industrial, and commercial projects. Notably, the commission reviewed proposals for single-family homes, senior housing developments, a large light industrial warehouse and distribution campus, a farmers market special use permit, and a gas station with a drive-thru restaurant. Staff recommendations were predominantly for denial, citing concerns such as incompatibility with future land use plans, density, and community impact. The commission voted to deny most rezoning and variance requests, with these denials scheduled for public hearings at the upcoming City Council meeting on August 11, 2026. Additionally, the commission considered a text amendment to regulate data centers, including special use permits, minimum lot sizes, and utility requirements. The commission recommended approval of the data center ordinance with added conditions, such as limiting data centers to M2 zoning districts, requiring utility certifications within 90 days, responsibility for property damage, and consideration of cooling technologies. The meeting also included discussions on business licensing requirements for a farmers market special use permit, and deferral of one industrial zoning case to a future meeting. Overall, the meeting focused on land use and zoning decisions with significant implications for future development and procurement opportunities in South Fulton.