City of Fairhope Board of Adjustment Meeting August 17th, 2026

The City of Fairhope Board of Adjustment held a meeting on August 17, 2026, to consider a special exception request from David Johnson for operating a direct primary care clinic at 880 Halcomm Boulevard, Suite 2B, within a Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoned property. The board reviewed zoning regulations requiring special exception approval for clinics in this area and discussed the clinic's limited footprint, minimal staff, and primarily telehealth-based services. Public concerns focused on traffic, parking, neighborhood compatibility, and the connotation of the term "clinic." Dr. Johnson addressed these concerns by explaining the direct primary care model, confirming no controlled substances or narcotics would be stored on site, and emphasizing the small scale and low traffic impact of the practice. The board clarified that the special exception is specific to this use and does not transfer with the property. No formal vote outcome was recorded in the transcript, but the discussion centered on balancing community concerns with the clinic's operational model and zoning compliance.