Cobb County public meetings in 2024

Special Called Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a discussion on HB 581 during this special called meeting. No other agenda items are listed.

• Discussion of HB 581

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners met with municipal officials to discuss House Bill 581, a state property tax measure. The meeting included a presentation by Chief Appraiser Stephen White and Q&A with Dante Handel of ACCG. No official action was taken by the board.

• No official action taken by the Board

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a zoning hearing on December 17, 2024. It will consider consent‑agenda rezoning requests, temporary land‑use permits, and other business items. Key items include a rezoning for an event center, a storage facility, and several permit and frontage adjustments.

• Z‑67: Rezoning MSC Naples, LLC from PSC to CRC for an event center at 2745 Sandy Plains Road
• Z‑69: Rezoning EDM Holdings, LLC from GC to NRC for a climate‑controlled storage facility at 4939 Canton Road
• LUP‑42: Temporary land‑use permit for a group home (six patients) at 2432 Powder Springs Road
• OB‑75: Site‑plan approval for Hammocks at East Cobb Propco, LLC at 1551 Johnson Ferry Road
• OB‑76: Reduce minimum public road frontage from 75 ft to 24 ft for Timothy Hagan at 3901 Adams Place

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing eight zoning and land-use items, including rezoning for an event center, a self-storage facility, and a soccer academy, plus several temporary land-use permits. The board also denied three temporary permits that would have allowed more vehicles than code permits, with conditions for compliance. Several other cases were withdrawn without prejudice or continued to future hearings.

• Approved consent agenda with 8 items (5-0)
• Approved Z-67 event center rezoning at 2745 Sandy Plains Rd (5-0)
• Approved Z-69 self-storage rezoning at 4939 Canton Rd (5-0)
• Approved Z-65 soccer academy rezoning at 560 Lions Club Dr (5-0)
• Denied LUP-35 vehicle permit at 4312 Alison Jane Dr (5-0)
• Denied LUP-36 vehicle permit at 2309 Spear Point Trl (5-0)
• Denied LUP-40 vehicle permit at 2677 Bob Bettis Rd (3-2)
• Approved LUP-41 dog training permit at 5480 Burdette Rd (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will consider held and continued variance cases (V-129 through V-148) and new business variance cases (V-149 through V-159) for properties in Districts 1‑4. The hearings are scheduled for 1:30 p.m. in the Board of Commissioners’ Meeting Room at the Cobb County Building, 100 Cherokee Street, Marietta. Property descriptions are available for public inspection at the Zoning Division office, 1150 Powder Springs Street, Marietta.

• V-129-2024 – variance request for 979 Brickleberry Lane (District 2)
• V-130-2024 – variance request for 4540 Bishop Lake Road (District 3)
• V-149-2024 – variance request for 4732 Webster Way (District 1)
• V-150-2024 – variance request for 1400 Mitchell Falls Court (District 3)
• V-158-2024 – variance request for 7268, 7266, and 7264 Crestside Drive (District 4)

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a consent agenda of 11 variances and one regular agenda variance, all with conditions, and adopted a resolution setting 2025 hearing dates. One case (V-157) was approved 4-1 after a motion to hold it failed. Three cases were continued to January 15, 2025.

• Approved consent agenda variances V-148, V-149, V-151 through V-156, V-158, V-159 (5-0)
• Approved V-138 (sports court at 3001 Walker Hill Way) with hedge row and lighting conditions (5-0)
• Approved V-157 (storage building at 1004 Mars Hill Road) with conditions, after motion to hold failed 2-3 (4-1)
• Continued V-150 (stream buffer variance) to January 15, 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted 2025 variance hearing schedule (5-0)
• Approved November 13 and December 9, 2024 minutes (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a new schedule of rates, charges, and fees for the Cobb County Water System effective April 1, 2025, including annual increases through 2029. The meeting also includes various infrastructure contracts for roads, parks, and water services.

• Approval of Water System rates and annual increases through January 1, 2029
• Contracts with Glosson Enterprises, LLC for ADA improvements at Cumberland Parkway and Busbee Drive
• Purchase of outdoor wireless technology exceeding $100,000 for Broadband/Wi-Fi expansion
• Contract with Capital Sports Construction, Inc. for synthetic turf at Wallace and Lost Mountain Parks
• Resolution for Student Housing Revenue Bonds for Kennesaw State University Foundation, Inc.

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a new water and wastewater rate schedule effective April 1, 2025, with annual 3.5% increases through 2029. The board also approved a $115M bond resolution for a Kennesaw State University student housing project, several transportation contracts, and a $2.47M contract for synthetic turf fields at two parks. A motion to reallocate $200,000 in the Chairwoman's budget failed on a 2-3 vote.

• Approved water/sewer rate schedule with 3.5% annual increases through 2029 (4-1)
• Approved $115M student housing revenue bond resolution for KSU Bixby project (5-0)
• Approved $2.47M synthetic turf conversion at Wallace and Lost Mountain Parks (5-0)
• Approved $1.24M ADA sidewalk contract on Cumberland Pkwy/Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved $2.17M road contract for Old Stilesboro Rd at County Line Rd (5-0)
• Approved $1M transfer for South Cobb Health Complex (5-0)
• Approved $309K ARPA reallocation for stormwater projects (4-1)
• Failed to reallocate $200K in Chairwoman's budget (2-3)

Special Called Meeting

The Cobb County board will hold a special called meeting on December 5, 2024. The agenda includes welcome remarks, a delegation overview, comments from elected officials, an open discussion period, and a conclusion. No specific resolutions, contracts, or policy items are listed for decision at this meeting.

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a legislative forum with the Cobb Delegation and county officials to discuss the 2025 Legislative Agenda. No official action was taken by the Board; the meeting was informational only.

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Planning Commission heard zoning cases and made recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. It approved a consent agenda including a rezoning for a self-storage facility and several temporary land use permits. On the regular agenda, it recommended approval for an event center, a vehicle permit, and a residential development, while denying several vehicle-related permits and a wrecker service. The commission also adopted its 2025 hearing schedule.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0): Z-69 rezoning to NRC for self-storage, LUP-42, LUP-43, LUP-44, SLUP-11
• Recommended approval of Z-67 event center rezoning to CRC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-39 vehicle permit (5-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-40 vehicle permit (5-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-35 vehicle permit (4-1)
• Recommended denial of LUP-41 dog training home occupation (4-0)
• Recommended approval of OSC-1 residential rezoning with conditions (4-0)
• Recommended denial of SLUP-12 wrecker service (4-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider budget amendments, approve construction contracts for roads and parks, and hold a public hearing on proposed zoning and administrative code amendments.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to zoning and administrative chapters
• Approve $100,000.00 for consulting firm Master Task Order Contracts
• Approve contract with Excellere Construction for Terrell Mill Road deceleration lane
• Approve contract with Crown Retail Services for Wild Horse Creek Park pavilion
• Approve two-part design/build contract for Fair Oaks Park improvements using SLRF funds

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a package of code amendments across multiple chapters, adopted the 2025 Legislative Agenda with an added discussion on HB 581, and approved numerous contracts and appointments. All votes were 4-0 with Chairwoman Cupid absent. Commissioner Birrell opposed the Landlord/Inspection section of the legislative agenda, and both Birrell and Gambrill attached statements regarding the Home Rule challenge.

• Adopted code amendments to Chapters 2, 6, 18, 50, 78, 110, 122, 134, and Part II Chapter 2 (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Legislative Agenda with HB 581 addition (4-0, Birrell opposed to Landlord/Inspection section)
• Approved $254,696.25 work order for Hyde Road Manhole Replacement (consent)
• Approved $139,332 for East Callaway Road Sidewalk engineering design (4-0)
• Approved $267,500 contract for Terrell Mill Road Deceleration Lane Phase 1 (4-0)
• Approved $1,226,803.53 supplemental for Bells Ferry Road over Noonday Creek design (4-0)
• Approved $62,159.99 picnic shelter at Wild Horse Creek Park (4-0)
• Approved $705,400.43 access road and parking at Green Meadows Preserve (4-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will review several zoning cases on the consent agenda, including rezoning requests and a deletion. Items include Z-55 (CF to R-12), Z-59 (deletion to NRC), Z-60 (UVC to R-20), and Z-61 (CF to NRC). Many other cases are listed as held, continued, or not heard and will not be acted on at this meeting.

• Z-55: rezoning from CF to R-12 for a single‑family residence at South Cobb Drive & Waldrep Circle
• Z-59: deletion of rezoning request, change to NRC for office/warehouse at Austell Road & Brackett Street
• Z-60: approval of rezoning from UVC to R-20 for a single‑family home on Bells Ferry Road
• Z-61: approval of rezoning from CF to NRC for a professional office at Austell Road
• Numerous other cases are held, continued, or not heard and will not be decided today

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners denied a rezoning request (Z-25) and a special land use permit (SLUP-6) for purpose-built student housing at 112 Townpark Drive, voting 3-2 after initially rescinding an earlier 4-1 denial. The board also approved a consent agenda including several rezoning and site plan amendments, and continued or held multiple other cases to the December 17, 2024 hearing.

• Denied Z-25 rezoning for student housing at 112 Townpark Drive (3-2)
• Denied SLUP-6 special land use permit for student housing at 112 Townpark Drive (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda including Z-55, Z-59, Z-60, Z-61, LUP-38, O.B. 49, O.B. 68, O.B. 69, O.B. 70, O.B. 71, O.B. 72, and Z-9 (5-0)
• Continued Z-62 (hair salon) to December 17, 2024 (5-0)
• Continued Z-65 (indoor recreation) to December 17, 2024 (5-0)
• Held O.B. 63 (Mt. Bethel Christian Academy) to December 17, 2024 (5-0)
• Held O.B. 74 (Riverview Associates) to December 17, 2024 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing several requests for variances regarding property setbacks and land use. The meeting includes regular cases, a consent agenda, and cases held from previous hearings.

• V-135: Proposed 1,200-square-foot basketball court at 2476 Octavia Lane
• V-140: Proposed inground pool and decking encroaching on 75-foot impervious buffer at 841 Poplar Springs
• V-141: Proposed 576-square-foot garage at 411 Wild Iris Lane
• V-143: Existing 2,054-square-foot barn and gravel drive at 2095 Acworth Due West Road
• V-144: Existing 1,170-square-foot barn/stable and chicken coop at 3430 Velma Drive

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals approved eight variance requests, denied two, and continued three others to the December 11 hearing. All votes were unanimous at 5-0. The board also approved the consent agenda containing seven variances and the minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved consent agenda with 7 variances (5-0)
• Approved V-120 impervious coverage increase to 39.84% at 4430 Dunmore Road (5-0)
• Approved V-123 sidewalk/curb/gutter waiver on Loring Way (5-0)
• Denied V-128 rear setback reduction at 5301 Mill Run Drive (5-0)
• Held V-130 until December 11 hearing (5-0)
• Approved V-134 shed setbacks at 1781 Newton Road (5-0)
• Held V-138 until December 11 hearing (5-0)
• Denied V-139 accessory structure variance at 130 Turner Road (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings on proposed amendments to multiple county code chapters, including zoning and alcoholic beverages. The body will also consider various transportation contracts, public safety appropriations, and alcoholic beverage license applications.

• Public hearing for consultant services exceeding $100,000 for FY26 Ultraviolet Disinfection Systems Rehabilitation
• Proposed amendments to county code chapters including Zoning, Alcoholic Beverages, and Environment
• Application for Library Digital Connectivity Grant in the amount of $84,911.61
• Contracts for sidewalks on Barnes Mill Road and Ewing Road
• Alcoholic beverage license hearings for Taco Prado, Inc. and Jasdaya Enterprise, LLC

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on November 12, 2024, taking several actions. They voted to withdraw certain proposed zoning code amendments (including accessory dwelling unit definitions) and add an amended definition of impervious surface, with a second public hearing scheduled for November 21. The board also reallocated $3,069,406.82 in ARPA funds to stormwater projects, approved multiple contracts for road and sidewalk projects, and upheld the denial of an alcohol license for Jasdaya Enterprise. Several other items were approved on the consent agenda, including contracts, grants, and budget adjustments.

• Withdrew portions of proposed Chapter 134 zoning amendments and added amended impervious surface definition (5-0)
• Reallocated $3,069,406.82 in ARPA funds to Water System stormwater projects (4-1, Cupid opposed)
• Approved $488,060 contract with Advanced Sports Construction for Wandering Vine Lane drainage repairs (5-0)
• Approved $395,104 contract with Glosson Enterprises for Barnes Mill Road Sidewalk (5-0)
• Approved $1,036,432 contract with Backbone Infrastructure for Ewing Road Sidewalk (5-0)
• Uphheld administrative denial of alcohol license for Jasdaya Enterprise (4-1, Gambrill opposed)
• Revoked health spa license for Top Massage GA, LLC with ability to reapply in nine months (5-0)
• Approved appointments of Chinwe Okoronkwo and Michael Register to Highland Rivers Governing Board (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission will review several rezoning applications and land use permits. The body is also considering a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners regarding November 2024 Code Amendments for Section 134 of the Cobb County Code.

• Recommendation for November 2024 Code Amendments for Section 134 of the Cobb County Code
• Z-60-2024: Rezoning from UVC to R-20 for single-family residential on Bells Ferry Road
• Z-61-2024: Rezoning from CF to NRC for professional and contractor offices at 3065 Austell Road
• LUP-38-2024: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for garden/crafts at 2917 Missy Drive
• OSC-1-2024: Case involving Poston Properties, Inc.

The Cobb County Planning Commission held a zoning hearing on November 5, 2024, and made several recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. They approved consent agenda items, recommended approval or denial of various rezoning requests, and voted on proposed code amendments. Notably, they recommended denial of adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) section to the county code, but approved other code changes including a revised definition of 'Family' and increased landscape buffers for clubs and places of worship.

• Approved consent agenda (Z-60, Z-61, LUP-38) (5-0)
• Recommended deletion of Z-9 to RA-5 for townhomes (5-0)
• Held OSC-1 until Dec 3, 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-65 to CRC for indoor recreation (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-55 to R-12 for single-family residence (5-0)
• Recommended deletion of Z-59 to NRC for office/warehouse (5-0)
• Approved Z-62 to LRC for hair salon (3-1, Beloin recused)
• Recommended denial of ADU section 134-37(35) (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hear a public hearing on the proposed closure and abandonment of a segment of Waterfront Drive in Land Lots 470 and 471. The meeting also includes presentations of a Meals on Wheels donation and a proclamation for Filipino American History Month, and the Board will consider multiple contracts and resolutions covering airport upgrades, grant acceptances, annexation of land, and a civil lawsuit settlement.

• Public hearing on closure and abandonment of a portion of Waterfront Drive (Land Lots 470 and 471)
• Approval of contract with Wolen, LLC for Air Traffic Control Tower Equipment Renovations at Cobb County International Airport – McCollum Field
• Authorization to accept grant funds from the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Technology and Equipment Program
• Approval of annexation notice for 29.887 acres at 5535 and 5525 Elliott Road
• Authorization of settlement for Iyanna Williams v. Cobb County civil action

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda with numerous items, including grants, contracts, and donations, and authorized the closure of a portion of Waterfront Drive. They also reallocated ARPA funds to the Housing Stability Court program and approved a training agreement for the North Central Georgia Law Enforcement Academy. Commissioner Richardson was not present; all votes were 4-0.

• Approved closure and abandonment of Waterfront Drive portion (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 27 items (4-0, Gambrill opposed items 16 and 24)
• Approved Training Services Agreement for NCGLEA (4-0)
• Reallocated $989,071.07 ARPA funds to Housing Stability Court (4-0)
• Authorized $647,920 for traffic signal detection equipment (4-0)
• Approved $2,795,965.55 airport construction contract (consent)
• Approved $6,000,000 for vehicle replacement procurement (consent)
• Approved settlement of Iyanna Williams v. Cobb County (consent)

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to hear a presentation about recommended amendments to the Cobb County Code. No specific actions or votes are listed in the agenda.

• Presentation on recommended amendments to the Cobb County Code

The Board held a work session to receive staff presentations on recommended amendments to the Cobb County Code covering administration, zoning, utilities, and business licensing. No official action was taken by the Board during this session.

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will review a consent agenda containing several rezoning applications, including O'Dwyer Properties' townhome community (Z‑33), Mills Veterinary Property's veterinary clinic (Z‑53), Cameron LR Development's warehouse (Z‑57), and Artemis Hotel Group's multifamily project (Z‑56). The agenda also lists withdrawn cases and numerous applications that are being held or continued and will not be heard at this meeting. Additionally, a regular zoning case for Fortunella International Company (Z‑52) will be heard.

• Rezoning Z‑33 for O'Dwyer Properties townhome community (NS/R‑20 to RM‑8) on Old Bankhead Highway, Land Lots 1296‑1297, 19th District
• Rezoning Z‑53 for Mills Veterinary Property veterinary clinic (R‑30/TS to NRC) on Cobb Parkway, Land Lots 1‑2, 20th District
• Rezoning Z‑57 for Cameron LR Development warehouse (CS/LI to LI) at Hartman Road and Lake Careca Road, Land Lots 686, 687, 699, 700, 18th District
• Rezoning Z‑56 for Artemis Hotel Group multifamily residential (O&I to RRC) on South Cobb Parkway, Land Lots 949, 978, 979, 17th District
• Regular case Z‑52 for Fortunella International Company (district 3) to be heard

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a 15-item consent agenda covering rezonings, land use permits, and site plan amendments, all by 5-0 votes. Three temporary land use permits were denied: LUP-25 (vehicle/adult limit), LUP-29 (landscape business), and LUP-30 (truck/trailer parking). Two student housing cases (Z-25, SLUP-6) were held until November 19, 2024.

• Approved consent agenda with 15 items including rezonings, LUP renewals, and site plan amendments (5-0)
• Denied LUP-25 for more vehicles/adults than code allows at 75 Parkwood Drive (4-1)
• Denied LUP-29 landscape business renewal at 1487 Milford Church Road (5-0)
• Denied LUP-30 truck/trailer parking at 1119 Boyd Road (5-0)
• Held Z-25 and SLUP-6 student housing at 112 Townpark Drive until Nov 19 (3-2)
• Approved LUP-26 for 6 months with conditions at 1151 Amelia Drive (4-1)
• Approved Z-52 daycare rezoning to LRO at 3001 Johnson Ferry Road (5-0)
• Approved Z-58 townhome rezoning to RA-5 at 351 Community Road (3-2)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a series of variance requests on October 9, 2024. Items include setbacks for accessory structures, increases to allowable impervious coverage, and a request to raise a McDonald’s sign height. Staff recommendations are noted for each case, and some items are continued from earlier hearings.

• V-109: Reduce setbacks for an accessory structure at 4490 Keheley Drive.
• V-114: Reduce setbacks for an accessory structure at 3163 Macedonia Road.
• V-122: Increase maximum impervious coverage from 35% to 39.99% at 2770 Carey Woods Court.
• V-124: Reduce setbacks and allow an accessory structure without a principal building at 4110 Brownsville Road.
• V-132: Increase a freestanding sign height from 19 feet to 20 feet at 4819 Lower Roswell Road.

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals approved eight variance requests, including several accessory structure setbacks and impervious coverage increases, and denied one fence height variance. Two cases were withdrawn without prejudice, and three were held for the November 13, 2024 hearing. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved Consent Agenda variances V-109, V-114, V-121, V-122, V-125, V-127, V-131 (5-0)
• Approved V-124 Sukiana Properties garage variance (5-0)
• Approved V-132 McDonald's sign height variance (5-0)
• Denied V-133 fence height variance, 60 days to comply (5-0)
• Held V-123, V-128, V-130 until November 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: V-98, V-115, V-126 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 11 and October 7, 2024 meetings (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider a condemnation proceeding for two parcels on Old Stilesboro Road. A public hearing will be held before spending $100,000 or more on engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST transportation projects. The board will also approve several drainage contracts, adopt a temporary moratorium on new student‑housing permits, and allocate capital contingency funds to park projects.

• Public hearing before expending $100,000+ for engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST Transportation Improvements
• Condemnation proceedings for two parcels on Old Stilesboro Road at County Line Road (Project No. B2301)
• Approval of drainage repair contracts on Oakdale Road (D & H Construction) and Lake Somerset Crest (Advanced Road Construction)
• Resolution imposing a temporary moratorium on special land‑use permits for new purpose‑built student housing
• Allocation of FY2024/25 Chair Capital Contingency to the 2022 SPLOST PARKS Program for the District 4 Indoor Track and Veterans Memorial Project

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a temporary 180-day moratorium on accepting special land use permit applications for new purpose-built student housing, allowing staff to review and propose ordinance amendments. The board also approved the Opioid Abatement Strategy, several transportation contracts, and a $10.8M agreement for Fire Station 12 replacement. One item (COPE House trailer funding) was withdrawn from the agenda.

• Adopted 180-day moratorium on purpose-built student housing special land use permits (5-0)
• Approved Cobb County Opioid Abatement Strategy (5-0)
• Approved $236,981.75 contract with D&H Construction for Oakdale Road drainage repairs (5-0)
• Approved $199,205 contract with Advanced Road Construction for Lake Somerset Crest drainage repairs (5-0)
• Approved $10,804,605 supplemental agreement for Fire Station 12 replacement (5-0)
• Authorized condemnation proceedings on two Old Stilesboro Road parcels (4-1, Birrell opposed)
• Approved $1.5M transfer for District 4 Indoor Track and Veterans Memorial projects (4-1, Gambrill opposed)
• Withdrew item for COPE House Opioid Education trailer funding

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Planning Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes rezoning and temporary land‑use permit items. It will vote on a rezoning request by Mills Veterinary Property, LLC to change land from R‑30 and TS to NRC for a veterinary clinic at 4483 North Cobb Parkway. The agenda also contains a rezoning request by Artemis Hotel Group for a multifamily residential project at 3200 South Cobb Parkway and renewals of temporary land‑use permits for a landscape business, a pet dealer, and a daycare facility at various locations.

• Z-53: Mills Veterinary Property, LLC rezoning from R‑30/TS to NRC for a clinic at 4483 North Cobb Parkway
• Z-56: Artemis Hotel Group rezoning from O&I to RRC for a multifamily residential project at 3200 South Cobb Parkway
• LUP-29: Grechell Chavarria temporary land‑use permit renewal for a landscape business at 1487 Milford Church Road
• LUP-32: Dathan Johnson temporary land‑use permit renewal for a pet dealer at 3319 Shadyside Road
• LUP-33: World of Faith Family Worship Center temporary land‑use permit renewal for a daycare at 7680 The Bluffs

The Cobb County Planning Commission held a zoning hearing on October 1, 2024, and made recommendations on multiple rezoning and land use permit cases. The commission recommended approval for several rezoning requests, including a veterinary clinic, a multifamily residential development, and a warehouse, each with specific stipulations. It also recommended denial for a townhome community and a temporary land use permit for truck parking. Several cases were continued to the November 5, 2024 hearing, and one case was withdrawn without prejudice.

• Recommended approval of Z-39 (rezoning to RD) for single-family residence at 151 Hill Street (3-1)
• Recommended denial of Z-47 (rezoning to RA-6) for townhome community at 1001 South Gordon Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-25 (temporary permit for one additional person) at 75 Parkwood Drive (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-26 (temporary permit for two unrelated adults) at 1151 Amelia Drive (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-52 (rezoning to LRO) for daycare center at 3001 Johnson Ferry Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-53 (rezoning to NRC) for veterinary clinic at 4483 North Cobb Parkway (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-56 (rezoning to RRC) for multifamily residential at 3200 South Cobb Parkway (4-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-30 (temporary permit for truck/trailer parking) at 1119 Boyd Road (4-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider a series of items, including the authorization of FY25 capital procurement exceeding $100,000, adoption of budget amendments, and approval of various contracts and grant awards. They will also adopt resolutions related to the County Review Team’s authority and approve several infrastructure and public safety agreements. The meeting includes proclamations, public comment, and a reappointment announcement.

• Authorize procurement of FY25 capital items exceeding $100,000.00 (Item 15)
• Adopt resolution adopting all budget amendments (Item 33)
• Approve Business Investment Grants for Crystal’s Salon Service, A Better Today Bookstore, and Eryn AI (Items 28‑30)
• Approve contract with North Georgia Concrete, Inc. for 2024 Countywide Bridge Repair/Rehabilitation (Item 37)
• Approve Project Framework Agreement with Georgia Department of Transportation for Cobb Parkway Pedestrian Bridge – North (Item 41)

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda and several regular agenda items, including contracts for bridge repairs, road resurfacing, and engineering design. All votes were 5-0. The board also adopted resolutions for budget amendments and delegated authority to extend a deadline for the Cobb-Marietta Coliseum and Exhibit Hall Authority.

• Approved $1,534,723.33 contract with North Georgia Concrete for countywide bridge repairs (5-0)
• Approved $498,713.22 supplemental agreement with Gresham Smith for Church Road/Plant Atkinson Road design (5-0)
• Approved $304,585 contract with Glosson Enterprises for ADA ramp upgrades (East) (5-0)
• Approved $295,667.65 contract with Advanced Sports Construction for ADA ramp upgrades (West) (5-0)
• Approved $440,189 contract with Advanced Sports Construction for Davis Road drainage repairs (5-0)
• Approved $914,304.74 agreement with AECOM for Cobb Parkway pedestrian bridge design (5-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 framework agreement with City of Smyrna for SPLOST joint projects (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including stormwater, water system, and parks items (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to present the findings and recommendations of the Countywide Disparity Study. No decisions are listed; the agenda item is a presentation only.

• Presentation of Countywide Disparity Study findings and recommendations

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session to receive a presentation from Griffin & Strong, PC on the Countywide Disparity Study. The study found statistically significant underutilization of minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) in county contracting and recommended various program changes. No official action was taken by the Board.

• Received disparity study presentation; no action taken

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several rezoning requests, including proposals for student housing, senior living, and an urgent care clinic. The meeting also includes a consent agenda of various zoning and operational cases and a list of withdrawn or continued items.

• Z-43(2024): Proposed purpose-built student housing at 500 Chastain Center Boulevard
• Z-35(2024): Proposed senior living with a maximum of 66 units on Powder Springs Road
• Z-48(2024): Proposed urgent care clinic at 1550 Kennesaw Due West Road NW
• Z-32(2024): Proposed retail and warehouse rezoning at 4925 Canton Road
• Z-46(2024): Proposed automobile paint and body repair at 791 and 801 Ledford Street

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a zoning hearing on September 17, 2024, approving a consent agenda that included multiple rezoning requests, lot size reductions, and stipulation amendments. The board also voted to hold several cases to future hearings, including a student housing proposal, and approved a temporary land use permit. No items were denied.

• Approved consent agenda with 8 items (5-0; Gambrill opposed O.B. 51)
• Approved rezoning Z-32 to NRC for retail/warehouse at 4925 Canton Road (consent)
• Approved rezoning Z-35 to RSL for senior living, max 66 units (consent)
• Approved rezoning Z-45 to R-30 for single-family at Macland Road (consent)
• Approved rezoning Z-46 to TS for auto repair at 791-801 Ledford St (consent)
• Approved rezoning Z-48 to LRC for urgent care at 1550 Kennesaw Due West Rd (consent)
• Approved rezoning Z-50 to TS for auto repair at 310 Pearl St (consent)
• Approved LUP-28 temporary land use permit for 12 months at 1586 Whippoorwill Dr (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing multiple variance requests regarding setbacks, sign sizes, and impervious coverage. The meeting includes a special appeal hearing regarding a code enforcement violation for grass and weeds.

• V-111: Request to increase wall sign area from 200 to 462.27 square feet at 600 South Galleria Parkway
• V-85: Request for setbacks and parking variances for a 1,500 square foot steel garage at 2114 Oland Circle
• V-113: Request to increase impervious coverage from 70% to 82% at 3865 Medical Park Drive
• V-117: Request to reduce rear setback from 35 to 25 feet at 2021 Shallowford Road
• A-02-2024: Appeal of a Notice of Violation for grass and weeds exceeding 12 inches at 1117 Malibu Drive

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals approved six variance requests, including a consent agenda with five cases, and held two cases for further review. One case was withdrawn without prejudice. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved consent agenda V-85, V-110, V-111, V-112, V-113, V-117 (5-0)
• Approved V-108 fence height variance with conditions (5-0)
• Held V-115 barn variance until October 9, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved V-116 garage/shed variance with conditions (5-0)
• Approved V-118 storage building variance (5-0)
• Held V-120 impervious coverage variance until October 9, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 14 and September 9 meetings (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of items, including approvals for water system contracts, transportation projects, public safety purchases, and library grants. They will vote on authorizing a public hearing before expending $100,000 or more for engineering design services under the 2022 SPLOST Transportation Improvements Program. Additional agenda items cover contract approvals for equipment, a three‑year procurement software contract, and several appointments and recognitions.

• Item 12: Authorize purchase of two replacement excavators for the Water System under a State Contract with Yancy Bros. Co.
• Item 13: Approve unit price contract with Bartow Precast, Inc. for FY25‑FY26 large water meter vaults (Program No. MAPPR).
• Item 17: Authorize advertisement to hold a public hearing on the proposed closure and abandonment of a portion of Waterfront Drive (Land Lots 470 and 471).
• Item 42: Authorize advertisement to hold a public hearing before spending $100,000 or more for engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST Transportation Improvements projects.
• Item 43: Approve a three‑year contract with OpenGov, Inc. for a countywide eProcurement solution (2022 SPLOST project).

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners voted 3-0 to declare the District 2 commissioner's office vacant, with Commissioner Richardson recused and Chairwoman Cupid absent. The board also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and purchases, and adopted several regular agenda items including a $2M program management agreement with Atkins North America.

• Declared District 2 commissioner's office vacant (3-0)
• Approved $2M supplemental agreement with Atkins North America (4-0)
• Approved $632,521.73 contract with OpenGov for eProcurement (4-0)
• Approved $527,506.40 for new police duty weapons (4-0)
• Approved $437,412.00 for replacement ballistic helmets (4-0)
• Approved $370,801.00 contract for West Cobb Senior Center doors/windows (4-0)
• Approved $307,774.00 for two replacement excavators (4-0)
• Approved $296,414.42 for South Cobb Workforce Development Center furniture (4-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is reviewing several rezoning requests and a special land use permit. Key items include purpose-built student housing and various commercial developments. Some cases have been withdrawn or continued to future dates.

• Z-43(2024): Proposed rezoning for purpose-built student housing at 500 Chastain Center Boulevard
• Z-32(2024): Proposed rezoning for retail and warehouse at 4925 Canton Road
• Z-48(2024): Proposed rezoning for an urgent care clinic at 1550 Kennesaw Due West Road NW
• Z-46(2024): Proposed rezoning for automobile paint and body repair at 791, 801 Ledford Street
• Z-50(2024): Proposed rezoning for automotive repair at 310 Pearl Street

The Cobb County Planning Commission held a zoning hearing on September 3, 2024, and took action on several cases. They approved the consent agenda, which included recommendations for rezoning and special land use permits, and also made decisions on regular agenda items. One application was withdrawn, and several cases were continued to future hearings.

• Approved consent agenda recommending rezoning for Z-32, Z-43, Z-45, Z-46, Z-48, Z-50, and SLUP-9 (5-0, Chairman Vault recused from Z-48)
• Recommended approval of Z-35 rezoning to RSL for senior living (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-49 rezoning to RM-8 for townhomes (4-1, Beloin opposed)
• Recommended approval of LUP-28 temporary land use permit for 12 months (5-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: LUP-27 and Z-51
• Continued to October 1, 2024: LUP-25, Z-9, Z-37, Z-47, LUP-26
• Approved minutes for August 6 and August 26, 2024 meetings (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a court finding regarding the Home Rule map and the resulting status of the District 2 Commissioner's office. The body is also deciding on a new microtransit pilot program and various infrastructure repairs.

• Public hearing for the closure and abandonment of Bentley Lake Road
• Two-year contract with Via Mobility, LLC for CobbLinc on-demand microtransit pilot services
• Drainage system repair contracts for Burnt Hickory Road, Rosie Lane, Karls Gate Drive, and Tally Green Drive
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 78 (Licenses, Permits and Businesses)
• Annexation notice of Non-Objection for a 5.56 acre tract at Old Highway 41 and Nance Road

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners voted 3-2 to acknowledge a court ruling that the Home Rule map was outside its authority, direct that the Act 562 map be used for all future county purposes, and deliver notice to the Secretary of State. A subsequent motion to declare the District 2 commissioner's office vacant failed 2-2, with one recusal. The board also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants, and several regular agenda items including a microtransit pilot contract and a $1.63M radio purchase.

• Acknowledged court finding that Home Rule map was outside authority; directed Act 562 map for all future county purposes (3-2)
• Motion to declare District 2 commissioner's office vacant failed (2-2, 1 recusal)
• Approved $2.22M two-year microtransit pilot contract with Via Mobility (3-2)
• Approved $1.63M purchase of replacement radios with Motorola Solutions (5-0)
• Approved $11.02M supplemental agreement for Public Safety Firing Range Phase Two (5-0)
• Approved $472,113 contract for Burnt Hickory Road drainage repairs (5-0)
• Approved $1.55M grant acceptance for Family Advocacy Center (consent)
• Approved Chapter 78 amendment creating All-Star Game clean zones (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will review information from subrecipients of American Rescue Plan Act funding and receive an update on the 2016 and 2022 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax programs.

• Review of ARPA funding subrecipients
• Update on 2016 SPLOST program
• Update on 2022 SPLOST program

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session with presentations from ARPA funding subrecipients and staff updates on the 2016 and 2022 SPLOST programs. No official action was taken by the Board during this session.

• No official action taken on ARPA funding updates
• No official action taken on 2016/2022 SPLOST program updates

Special Called Meeting

The Cobb County Community Development Department is hosting a special called meeting to discuss the Dobbins Air Reserve Base with stakeholders including Lockheed Martin, Georgia Tech, and the Cobb Chamber.

• Stakeholder meeting for Dobbins ARB
• Presentations from Lockheed Martin
• Presentations from Georgia Tech Research Institute
• Presentations from Cobb Chamber/Team Dobbins
• General discussion and Q&A

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a special called meeting on August 21, 2024, to discuss Dobbins Air Reserve Base. Presentations were made by representatives from the base, Lockheed Martin, Georgia Tech Research Institute, Cobb Chamber of Commerce, and county zoning. No official action was taken by the Board.

• No official action taken by the Board

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will review a series of zoning and land‑use items at its August 20 meeting. Items include rezoning requests for residential and commercial projects, a temporary land‑use permit for a daycare, and a special land‑use permit for a baseball complex. The board will also consider amendments to stipulations for several existing rezoning applications.

• Z-36: Rezoning from GC to RM‑12 for a townhome community at 265 Lodge Road (DRB Group Georgia, LLC)
• Z-41: Rezoning from R‑20 to RSL for senior residential units at 1860 Powder Springs Road (Eastwood Homes of Georgia, LLC)
• Z-42: Rezoning from NS to NRC for an auto spa at 4701 Sandy Plains Road (FH&L Holdings, LLC)
• LUP-24: Temporary land‑use permit renewal for a daycare at 76 Windy Hill Road (Doreas Laboy)
• SLUP-8: Special land‑use permit for a baseball complex at 4775 Lake Drive, Jamerson Road, and 4785 Lee Waters Road (Blake Bondurant)

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning for a 343-unit residential community at Chastain Road and Chastain Meadows Parkway, with conditions including a 336-unit cap and a $400,000 traffic signal contribution. The board also approved several other rezoning and permit items on the consent agenda, denied a temporary land use permit for commercial vehicle parking, and continued multiple cases to the September 17 hearing. Commissioner Gambrill left the hearing at 9:14 a.m., and Commissioner Birrell submitted a statement opposing the county's home rule challenge, which was attached to each vote.

• Approved Z-15-2023 rezoning to RA-6 for 343-unit residential community (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda: Z-36 townhomes, Z-41 senior living, Z-42 auto spa, LUP-24 daycare renewal, SLUP-8 baseball complex, O.B. 45, O.B. 47, O.B. 48 (4-0)
• Approved Z-38 rezoning to R-40 for single-family residence (3-1, Birrell opposed)
• Denied LUP-22 temporary permit for commercial vehicle parking (4-0)
• Approved LUP-23 temporary permit for 12 months with conditions (4-0)
• Approved O.B. 31 Whataburger site plan amendment (4-0)
• Held O.B. 44 stipulation amendment until October 15, 2024 (4-0)
• Continued Z-25/SLUP-6, Z-30, Z-33, O.B. 38, O.B. 46, O.B. 49 to September 17, 2024 (5-0 or 4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will hear requests for variances to reduce setbacks and allow encroachments on properties in the 16th, 17th, 19th, and 20th districts. Several cases were withdrawn or continued to a later date.

• Withdrawn: V-97-2024 Chuck Owuzo
• Withdrawn: V-99-2024 Kerene Hoilett
• Withdrawn: V-106-2024 David Johnson
• Held: V-98-2024 Charles Barnwell (continued to Sept 11)
• Held: V-85-2024 Misael Mondragon (continued from July 10)

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals approved eight variance requests, denied two parts of one request, and tabled one case. All votes were 4-0 except one 3-1 denial. The board also approved minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved consent agenda variances V-100 through V-105 and V-107 (4-0)
• Tabled variance V-85 until September 11, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved variance V-99 for accessory structure with material condition (4-0)
• Denied variances 1 and 2, approved variance 3 for V-106 (3-1, Beloin opposed)
• Approved minutes from July 10 and August 12, 2024 meetings (4-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider closing and abandoning Bentley Lake Road, approve numerous contracts for water, sewer, and transportation projects, and address economic development funding.

• Public hearing for closure of Bentley Lake Road
• Approval of $864,607.13 for economic development projects
• Approval of contract with Deloitte for ARPA consulting services
• Approval of contract with Norfolk Southern for Old Floyd Road construction
• Approval of contract with Glosson Enterprises for Sewell Mill Road sidewalk

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda and several regular agenda items, including a $10 million allocation of capital funding and fund balance appropriation for FY2024, and a $2.43 million fund balance appropriation for election technology and equipment for the 2024 Presidential election cycle. The board also approved an updated Service Delivery Strategy with the six Cobb cities, an ARPA appropriation for economic development, and a contract with Deloitte for ARPA consulting services. Two public hearings were held with no official action taken, and two items were withdrawn from the agenda.

• Approved $10M capital funding allocation and fund balance appropriation for FY2024 (5-0)
• Approved $2,431,725.88 for 2024 election technology and equipment (4-1)
• Approved updated Service Delivery Strategy with six Cobb cities (3-2)
• Approved $864,607.13 ARPA appropriation for economic development (5-0)
• Approved $2,749,992 contract with Deloitte for ARPA consulting services (5-0)
• Approved $991,666.66 Phase I security design contract for Adult Detention Center (5-0)
• Denied alcoholic beverage license for Cobb Kwik Mart (4-1)
• Approved $1M emergency drainage repair contract for Coopers Creek Drive (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Planning Commission will hold a zoning hearing on August 6, 2024. Commissioners will consider several rezoning applications, including changes from GC to NRC at 4925 Canton Road, GC to RM‑12 at 265 Lodge Road, and R‑80 to R‑40 at 101 Atlanta Country Club Drive. The agenda also includes a temporary land‑use permit renewal for a daycare at 76 Windy Hill Road and a special land‑use permit for a baseball complex at 4775 Lake Drive and 4785 Lee Waters Road.

• Z-32-2024: Rezoning from GC to NRC for retail/warehouse at 4925 Canton Road
• Z-36-2024: Rezoning from GC to RM-12 for townhome community at 265 Lodge Road
• Z-38-2024: Rezoning from R-80 to R-40 for single‑family residence at 101 Atlanta Country Club Drive
• LUP-24: Temporary land‑use permit renewal for daycare (max 47 children) at 76 Windy Hill Road
• SLUP-8: Special land‑use permit for baseball complex at 4775 Lake Drive and 4785 Lee Waters Road

The Cobb County Planning Commission held its August 6, 2024 zoning hearing, recommending approval for several rezoning and permit requests, denying one temporary land use permit, and holding others for further review. All votes were 4-0 with Chairman Vault absent. The commission also approved the consent agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Continued Z-32 to September 3, 2024 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-36 (townhomes at 265 Lodge Road) (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-24 (daycare renewal) (4-0)
• Held Z-9 (townhomes at 1558 Veterans Memorial Hwy) to September 3, 2024 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-23 (temporary vehicle/adult limit) (4-0)
• Held Z-37 (doctor's office at 4470 Austell Road) to September 3, 2024 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-38 (rezoning to R-40) (4-0)

Special Called Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a special called meeting on August 1, 2024, and took no official action other than approving a motion to enter executive session to discuss potential litigation. The motion passed 4-1, with Commissioner Gambrill opposed. Commissioners Birrell and Gambrill submitted statements for the record, both opposing the board's earlier Home Rule challenge and the amended redistricting map, citing legal opinions and court rulings.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for potential litigation (4-1, Gambrill opposed)
• No other official action taken

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on July 23, 2024, to adopt the FY 2025 budget, set 2024 millage rates, and conduct public hearings on a proposed property tax increase and the FY 2025 budget. The board will also vote on multiple contracts, grants, and project agreements, including stormwater repairs, park lighting upgrades, and bus fleet overhauls.

• Adopt FY 2025 Cobb County Budget
• Set 2024 millage rates for General Fund, Fire Fund, and school bond purposes
• Conduct third public hearing on 2024 property tax increase proposal
• Approve $100,000+ engineering design contracts for 8 Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant projects
• Approve stormwater work orders for 64 Olive Circle, 2240 Major Loring Way, 4932 Lakeland Drive, and 742 First Cotton Drive

The Board approved the FY 2025 Budget and set 2024 millage rates for several funds, including a 8.460 rate for the General Fund. The Board also adopted the Board of Education's 2024 school tax resolution and approved various transportation and infrastructure contracts.

• Adopted 2024 millage rates: General Fund (8.460), Fire Fund (2.990), CSSD II (2.450), and SFSSD (3.500) (3-2)
• Adopted FY 2025 Budget (3-2)
• Adopted 2024 countywide school tax for maintenance and operation of schools at 18.700 mills (5-0)
• Approved $206,873.66 for Cumberland Transit Alternatives Study (4-1)
• Approved $211,472.04 for utility relocation on James Road over Pine Creek (5-0)
• Approved $363,608.00 for drainage system repairs on Fox Hound Chase (5-0)
• Approved $309,969.87 for LED lighting at Mud Creek Soccer Complex (5-0)
• Ratified $116,445.00 for emergency repair of Cobb County Civic Center lobby (5-0)

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is conducting the second public hearing regarding a proposed 2024 property tax increase. The body will also hold the second public hearing on the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Second public hearing on 2024 proposed property tax increase
• Second public hearing on FY 2025 Proposed Budget

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a special called public hearing on July 16, 2024, to take public comment on the 2024 proposed property tax increase and the FY 2025 proposed budget. Chief Financial Officer William Volckmann presented information on both items. Fifteen speakers addressed the Board on the tax increase and 14 spoke on the budget; both hearings were then closed. No adoption votes were taken — the Board is scheduled to consider adopting both at its July 23, 2024 meeting.

• Held second public hearing on 2024 proposed property tax increase; 15 speakers; hearing closed
• Held second public hearing on FY 2025 proposed budget; 14 speakers; hearing closed
• No vote taken; adoption of both items set for July 23, 2024 Board meeting

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a zoning hearing to decide on several land-use cases, including rezoning for a Carmax auto superstore and a temporary land-use permit for a farmers market at St. Andrew UMC. Most other items on the agenda are continuations or withdrawals of previous cases.

• Rezone Z-31(2024) for Carmax Auto Superstore from R-20 to CRC zoning at 1878 Quarry Road
• Temporary Land Use Permit LUP-20(2024) for St. Andrew UMC farmers market at 3455 Canton Road
• Other Business Item OB-37-2024: Reduce road frontage requirement for 5551 Wright Road
• Other Business Item OB-39-2024: Reduce lot size requirement for 1390 Joyner Avenue
• Other Business Item OB-40-2024: Reduce lot size and road frontage for 1311 Joyner Avenue

The Board of Commissioners approved multiple zoning changes for commercial and residential use, including a CarMax expansion and a senior living community. Two applications were denied, and several others were continued to August 20, 2024.

• Approved rezoning for CarMax auto sales at 1878 Quarry Road (4-0)
• Approved 24-month temporary permit for farmers' market at 3455 Canton Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning for senior living at 4856 Wade Green Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning for professional office and residence at 2080 Villa Rica Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning for convenience store at 4815 Canton Road (4-0)
• Denied rezoning for professional office and warehouse at Chance Road (5-0)
• Denied temporary permit for antique store at 4509 Austell Powder Springs Road (5-0)
• Approved settlement for church rezoning at 540 South Gordon Road (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct a hearing for several new variance cases on July 10, 2024. These applications involve properties in multiple districts across the county. Full descriptions of each request are available at the Cobb County Zoning Division office.

• Case V-83-2024: 2009 Dorsey Road
• Case V-84-2024: 1651 Powder Springs Road
• Case V-85-2024: 2114 Oland Circle
• Case V-86-2024: 436 Langley Oaks Drive
• Case V-87-2024: 224 Pindos Place

The Board approved 13 variance requests regarding setbacks, sign area, and impervious coverage. One case was tabled until August 14, 2024, and the minutes from June 12 and July 8 were approved.

• Approved Consent Agenda variances V-83, V-84, V-86, V-87, V-89, V-90, V-91, V-92, V-93, and V-96 (5-0)
• Approved variance V-88 for setbacks and gravel parking (5-0)
• Approved variance V-95 for fence height and shed setback (5-0)
• Approved variance V-94 to amend past stipulations (5-0)
• Tabled variance V-85 until August 14, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 12, 2024, and July 8, 2024 (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct the first public hearings for the 2024 proposed property tax increase and the FY 2025 budget. The agenda also includes a resolution to settle opioid litigation involving Kroger and various transportation and utility approvals.

• First public hearing on the 2024 proposed property tax increase
• Resolution to settle opioid litigation regarding Defendant Kroger
• Approval of a five-year agreement with Pictometry International Corp for digital aerial imagery
• Authorization for the closure and abandonment of Bentley Lake Road
• Procurement of 10 compressed natural gas replacement transit buses for CobbLinc

The Board approved a settlement with Kroger regarding opioid litigation and authorized the purchase of 10 transit buses. The Board also held first public hearings on the FY 2025 Proposed Budget and a 2024 property tax increase, with adoption scheduled for July 23, 2024.

• Approved settlement of opioid litigation with Defendant Kroger (4-1)
• Authorized procurement of 10 CNG transit buses for $8,193,500 (3-2)
• Approved $624,996 agreement with Gresham Smith for Allatoona Creek Greenway Trail study (5-0)
• Approved $1,569,259.70 Master Services Agreement with Pictometry International Corp. (5-0)
• Approved $322,422 agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility (5-0)
• Uphold denial of health spa license renewal for Asian Wellness Massage (4-0)
• Approved $10,000 grant to Sweets, LLC (5-0)
• Tabled amendments to Chapters 50, 110, and 122 to a future date (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission will consider several zoning and land use requests on its consent agenda. These include residential rezonings, a farmers market permit, and auto sales permits. Regular cases for O'Dwyer Properties, LLC and Edwin Stafford are also scheduled for hearing.

• Rezoning of 106 Rebecca Drive to RA-4 for single-family residences
• Rezoning of 1878 Quarry Road to CRC for used auto sales
• Temporary Land Use Permit for a farmers market at 3455 Canton Road
• Special Land Use Permit for used auto sales at 1878 Quarry Road

The Cobb County Planning Commission recommended approval for several rezonings and land use permits, including a student housing development at Townpark Drive and a convenience store at Canton Road. The Commission initially voted to hold a student housing case but later moved it forward to the Board of Commissioners with no recommendation after a reconsideration vote. Several other rezonings for senior living, office space, and townhomes were recommended for approval, while a request for an antique store permit was denied.

• Recommended approval of Z-26 (convenience store) 5-0
• Recommended denial of Z-27 (office/warehouse) 5-0
• Recommended approval of Z-29 (senior living) 5-0
• Recommended approval of Z-30 (single-family residences) 5-0
• Recommended approval of Z-31 and SLUP-7 (CarMax) 4-0
• Recommended approval of Z-33 (townhomes) 4-0
• Recommended denial of LUP-21 (antique store) 4-0
• Moved Z-25 and SLUP-6 (student housing) to Board with no recommendation 5-0

BOC Regular Meeting

The meeting includes discussions on several federal transit grant applications and water system work orders. The Board will also review updates to permitting fees and contracts for park maintenance and library equipment.

• Grant applications for autonomous vehicle pilots and federal transit programs
• Water main replacement at Maple Drive and South Main Street
• Construction services for a new PARKS Maintenance Building
• Updated fee schedule for residential and commercial permitting
• Furniture and shelving purchase for the new Gritters Library

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda with numerous grant acceptances, budget adjustments, and contract amendments, along with regular agenda items addressing transportation, parks, and facility improvements. Actions included authorizing federal and state transit grants, approving a temporary moratorium on health spa licenses, delegating authority for the Galleria Authority bond timeline extensions, and awarding construction and purchasing contracts funded by SPLOST revenues. All consent and regular items passed by a 5-0 vote, with attached statements from Commissioners Birrell and Gambrill regarding the county home rule redistricting issue.

• Approved consent agenda items including grant appropriations, water system work orders, and transit agreements (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing submission of DOT Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Program grant application for Cumberland CID (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for amended FY24 Section 5307 FTA transit grant application not to exceed $9,315,788.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of park equipment and tennis court resurfacing from cell tower revenues not to exceed $642,747.26 (5-0)
• Approved 5-year OpenGov Operations Management System software subscription agreement with OpenGov, Inc. for $1,354,278.35 (5-0)
• Approved 180-day temporary moratorium on new health spa license and business tax certificate applications (5-0)
• Delegated authority to County Review Team to approve month-to-month extensions up to September 30, 2024, for Cobb-Marietta Coliseum and Exhibit Hall Authority requirements (5-0)
• Approved contracts for road, pedestrian, and facility improvements including Riverside Parkway, Mableton Parkway, and a Medical Examiner lab generator (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. This meeting is limited to this single presentation.

• Proposed FY 2025 Budget

At a June 25, 2024 work session, Chief Financial Officer William Volckmann presented the proposed FY 2025 budget to the Cobb County Board of Commissioners. The proposal totals $1,276.1 million across all funds, including a $624.8 million General Fund, and reflects $16.5 million in previously BOC-approved FY25 impact items. No official action was taken; public hearings are set for July 9, July 16, and July 23, 2024, with budget adoption scheduled for July 23, 2024.

• No official action taken; proposed FY 2025 budget presented only
• Public hearings scheduled: July 9, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.; July 16, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.; July 23, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
• Budget adoption scheduled for July 23, 2024 at the regular Board meeting
• Meeting adjourned at 2:10 p.m.

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning and land use applications. These include requests for a retail center, an auto broker, a personal care home, and dog grooming services. The agenda also includes amendments to lot sizes and road frontage requirements.

• Rezoning 4878 Austell Road from GC/R-15 to NRC for a retail center
• Temporary land use permit for an auto broker at 1275 Shiloh Road
• Temporary land use permit for a personal care home at 262 Hawkins Store Road
• Temporary land use permit for dog grooming at 2041 Gherry Drive
• Lot size reduction for property on Boggs Road

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning and land-use items on its consent agenda, including a retail center at 4878 Austell Road and a specialty contractor use at 1018 Shallowford Road, both with conditions. The board denied two rezoning requests: Z-11 for an office/warehouse on Old Floyd Road and Z-28 for an automotive repair shop on Six Flags Parkway. Several cases were continued to the July 16, 2024 hearing, and four cases were withdrawn without prejudice. The meeting also included statements from Commissioners Birrell and Gambrill regarding a Home Rule redistricting challenge, which were attached to the minutes.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0), including Z-10 rezoning to NRC for a retail center at 4878 Austell Road with 15 conditions
• Approved Z-40 rezoning to NRC for a specialty contractor at 1018 Shallowford Road with conditions (5-0)
• Approved Z-52 rezoning to NRC for professional offices and retail at 1022, 1028, and 1054 Shallowford Road with conditions (5-0)
• Denied Z-11 rezoning for office and warehouse at 5420 Old Floyd Road (5-0)
• Approved Z-18 rezoning to NRC for a specialty contractor at 2024 Canton Road with conditions (5-0)
• Denied Z-28 rezoning for light automotive repair at 469 Six Flags Parkway (5-0)
• Approved LUP-14 temporary land use permit for additional vehicles at 1607 Hickory Cove with conditions (5-0)
• Continued Z-15 (2080 Villa Rica Road) and O.B. 31 (3550 Sandy Plains Road) to July 16, 2024 (5-0 each)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a hearing for several property variance requests. The agenda includes both new business and continued cases from previous sessions. Detailed descriptions of each petition are available at the County Zoning Division office.

• V-75-2024: 1200 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• V-76-2024: 2822 Brookwest Drive
• V-77-2024: 1194 Crestbrook Lane
• V-78-2024: 845 Fairfield Drive
• V-79-2024: 1489 Midway Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved eight variance requests regarding setbacks, fence heights, and electrical meters. One request for setback reductions at 845 Fairfield Drive was denied. The board also approved the minutes from May 15 and June 10, 2024.

• Approved V-55 fence height variance at 595 Shiloh Road
• Approved V-58 impervious coverage and setback variances at 2105 Roswell Road
• Approved V-75 sign area variance at 1200 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• Approved V-76 rear setback variance at 2822 Brookwest Drive
• Approved V-79 accessory structure and house size variances at 1489 Midway Road (5-0)
• Approved V-80, V-81, and V-82 accessory structure and electrical meter variances
• Approved V-77 detached garage and parking variances at 1194 Crestbrook Lane (4-1)
• Denied V-78 front and side setback variances at 845 Fairfield Drive (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board will consider a resolution to impose a one percent Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax for transit projects. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding the CobbLinc Microtransit Pilot Project in South Cobb County. The agenda includes various contract approvals and grant acceptances across county departments.

• Resolution to impose a 1% Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax
• Public hearing for the CobbLinc Microtransit Pilot Project in South Cobb County
• Contract with Baldwin Paving Company, Inc. for Lower Roswell Road improvements
• Construction contract with TADO Construction, LLC for R.L. Sutton Water Reclamation Facility
• Alcoholic beverage license application for One Stop Spirits, LLC in Mableton

The Board adopted a resolution to place a 1% Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (MSPLOST) on the November 5, 2024 ballot, which would fund transit projects and authorize up to $950 million in debt if approved by voters. The Board also approved a $7.03 million contract for Lower Roswell Road improvements and a $4.98 million contract for Old Floyd Road at Veterans Memorial Highway. Commissioners Birrell and Gambrill opposed the MSPLOST resolution and the Lower Roswell Road items, citing legal challenges to the Board's authority.

• Approved MSPLOST resolution for Nov 5 ballot (3-2)
• Approved $7,030,505.46 Lower Roswell Road contract (3-2)
• Approved condemnation proceedings for Lower Roswell Road parcels (3-2)
• Approved $4,978,000 Old Floyd Road contract (5-0)
• Approved $1,655,000 water facility contract (5-0)
• Approved $1,004,056 child support services contract (5-0)
• Upheld approval of One Stop Spirits alcohol license (3-1)
• Approved Cumberland Core Loop engineering ranking (4-1)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning cases, many of which are being held or continued from previous meetings. The agenda includes recommendations for approval of three temporary land use permits. Other listed items were either withdrawn without prejudice or scheduled for future hearings.

• Temporary land use permit for an auto broker at 1275 Shiloh Road, Suites 2410 and 2411
• Temporary land use permit for a personal care home at 262 Hawkins Store Road
• Temporary land use permit for dog grooming at 2041 Gherry Drive

The Planning Commission recommended approval for several temporary land use permits and specific rezoning requests. Multiple rezoning applications were recommended for denial or held for future hearings. The commission also approved the minutes from May 7 and May 28, 2024.

• Recommended approval of LUP-17 (auto broker), LUP-18 (personal care home), and LUP-19 (dog grooming) (4-0)
• Recommended deletion of Z-40 and Z-52 to NRC zoning district with specific stipulations (Z-40: 4-0; Z-52: 3-1)
• Recommended approval of Z-15 for professional office and single-family residence (5-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-14 for increased vehicle allowance (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-10 for a retail center (5-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-11 (office/warehouse) and Z-28 (auto repair shop) (5-0 and 4-0)
• Recommended deletion of Z-18 to NRC zoning district (5-0)
• Held Z-9, Z-26, Z-25, and SLUP-6 for future hearings

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider various utility improvements, transportation contracts, and public safety equipment purchases. The meeting includes decisions on drainage repairs, building renovations, and the adoption of a new Traffic Calming Policy.

• Purchase of Mobile Data Computers for Cobb County Police Department exceeding $100,000.00
• Approval of the Department of Transportation Traffic Calming Policy
• Condemnation proceedings for one parcel on Silver Comet Trail Connector
• Contracts for drainage repairs on Wesley Way and Autumn Leaves Lane
• Renovation contracts for 1758 County Services Parkway SE and 1150 Powder Springs Road Suite 400

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including drainage repairs on Wesley Way and Autumn Leaves Lane and a new sidewalk on Schaffer Road. Other actions included approving a traffic calming policy and funding for cooling shelters for the homeless.

• Approved DOT Traffic Calming Policy (5-0)
• Approved $295,743.03 drainage contract for Wesley Way (5-0)
• Approved $317,820.00 drainage contract for Autumn Leaves Lane (5-0)
• Approved $273,067.50 contract for Schaffer Road Sidewalk (5-0)
• Approved condemnation proceedings for one parcel on Silver Comet Trail Connector (4-1)
• Approved $108,000.00 MOU with Must Ministries for cooling shelters (5-0)
• Approved $98,980.00 for synthetic gym floor at Fullers Recreation Center (5-0)
• Appointed Andrew Yakimovich as Property Management Director (5-0)

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive presentations. The discussion focuses on the status of the CRM/311 center and a proposal for countywide branding.

• Status update on the CRM/311 center
• Proposal for countywide branding

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a 1:30 p.m. work session on May 28, 2024, at 100 Cherokee Street, Marietta. Communications Director Ross Cavitt, Chief Information Officer Kimberly Lemley, and Communications Manager Abbylynn Anderson presented on the status of the CRM/311 call center, a proposal for countywide branding, and the transition from .org to .gov. No official action was taken by the Board, and the meeting adjourned at 2:56 p.m.

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several rezoning requests, temporary land use permits, and site plan amendments. The meeting includes a consent agenda for multiple applications and a set of regular and other business cases.

• Z-60-2023: Rezoning 4852 Canton Road from GC to NRC for a convenience store with fuel sales
• Z-23-2024: Rezoning 50 Antioch Road from R-30 to R-20 for a single-family subdivision
• Z-24-2024: Rezoning 4700 Ecton Drive from GC to NRC for auto detailing
• LUP-15-2024: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare at 1096 Allgood Road
• Z-13-2024 and SLUP-3-2024: Continued cases for St. Benedict's Episcopal School

The Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning requests and temporary land use permits via a consent agenda. The Board also approved two litigation settlements and a restaurant rezoning on the regular agenda, while continuing several other cases to June 18, 2024.

• Approved rezoning for convenience store at 4852 Canton Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for single-family subdivision at 50 Antioch Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for auto detailing at 4700 Ecton Drive (5-0)
• Approved 12-month permit for speech clinic at 4415 King Valley Drive (5-0)
• Approved 24-month permit for daycare at 1096 Allgood Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for restaurant at 1782 Atlanta Road to TS district (5-0)
• Approved litigation settlement for 1140-1150 Terrell Mill Road (4-1)
• Approved litigation settlement for 5690 Brown Road (3-2)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review one continued case and 20 new variance petitions. These hearings determine if specific properties are granted exceptions to zoning regulations.

• V-50-2024: 2875 Stilesboro Road (Continued Case)
• V-55-2024: 595 Shiloh Road
• V-59-2024: 2555 Dallas Highway
• V-67-2024: 2410 Cumberland Drive
• V-74-2024: 522 Wallis Farm Lane

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved 16 variance requests via a consent agenda and one request during the regular agenda. Several other cases were withdrawn or continued to a future hearing. The Board also approved minutes from April 10 and May 13, 2024.

• Approved Consent Agenda variances V-50, V-56, V-57, V-59, V-60, V-61, V-62, V-63, V-66, V-67, V-68, V-69, V-70, V-71, V-73, and V-74 (4-0)
• Approved variance V-72 for rear setback reduction at 468 Stillwaters Drive (4-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: V-64 (John M. and Mary O. Koons) and V-65 (Juscelio Cruz)
• Continued to June 12, 2024: V-55 (Todd Horwitz) and V-58 (Chick-fil-A, Inc.)
• Approved April 10, 2024, Variance Hearing minutes (4-0)
• Approved May 13, 2024, Special Called Meeting minutes (4-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposed Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (MSPLOST) referendum and related transit projects. The meeting also includes votes on various infrastructure contracts, annexation notices, and public safety pay schedules.

• Proposed November 2024 MSPLOST referendum for transit projects
• Over $100,000 for Oracle Software Update License and Support for the Sheriff’s Office
• Over $100,000 for Broadband/Wi-Fi Enhancement at Wildhorse Creek Park via NetPlanner and Prosys
• Annexation notices for 29.61 acres at 5500 Elliot Road and 10.306 acres at 650 South Cobb Drive
• Revisions to the Public Safety Step & Grade Plan for sworn personnel

The Board authorized a resolution to call for a Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (MSPLOST) referendum in November 2024. It also approved a $4.18M contract to migrate the county tax system to a SaaS solution and upheld a health spa license denial.

• Authorized intent to call for MSPLOST transit tax referendum (3-2)
• Approved $4.18M Tyler Technologies contract for tax system SaaS migration (5-0)
• Upheld 12-month denial of health spa license for Wangs Feet (5-0)
• Approved $1.19M contract with Ohmshiv Construction for James Road bridge (5-0)
• Approved $1.05M water main replacement contract with K. M. Davis Contracting (5-0)
• Authorized $189,467 for Oracle software support for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 grant to Sharp Media LLC (5-0)
• Approved $19M transfer for Public Safety Building renovation (3-2)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is considering several rezoning requests and temporary land use permits. The body will review proposals for a convenience store, auto detailing, a speech clinic, and a daycare renewal.

• Z-60-2023: Rezoning from GC to NRC for a convenience store with fuel sales at 4852 Canton Road
• Z-24-2024: Rezoning from GC to NRC for auto detailing at 4700 Ecton Drive
• LUP-13-2024: Temporary Land Use Permit for a speech clinic at 4415 King Valley Drive
• LUP-15-2024: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare at 1096 Allgood Road
• Z-59-2023: Case for SS DEVELOPERS, LLC withdrawn without prejudice

The Planning Commission recommended approval for four rezoning requests and two temporary land use permits. Several other cases were held until future hearings or withdrawn. The commission also approved minutes from April 2 and April 29, 2024.

• Recommended approval of Z-60 for convenience store with fuel sales (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-24 for auto detailing (3-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-13 for speech clinic for 12 months (3-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-15 for daycare for 24 months (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-23 for single-family subdivision (3-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-16 for additional vehicle parking for 12 months (3-0)
• Allowed Z-19 rezoning request to be withdrawn without prejudice (3-0)
• Approved minutes from April 2 and April 29, 2024 (3-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider various construction contracts, transportation improvements, and public safety authorizations. Items include road safety projects, water system rehabilitation, and facility upgrades.

• Construction contract with SAK Construction, LLC for North Marietta Parkway Interceptor Sewer Rehabilitation
• Renovations to the Sheriff’s Headquarters at 185 Roswell Street NE via a temporary construction easement
• Fencing construction at Cobb County Police Department Precinct 1
• Contract with Glosson Enterprises, LLC for Big Shanty Road at Hidden Forest Court Traffic Signal
• Architectural services contract for the replacement of the Animal Services Facility

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda covering sewer rehabilitation, transit vehicle and lighting upgrades, election funding, police equipment, and emergency agreements, plus a resolution creating an Opioid Abatement Advisory Council. On the regular agenda, the Board approved several transportation items, including a $731,413.55 contract for the Big Shanty Road at Hidden Forest Court traffic signal and agreements with GDOT for South Cobb Drive and Cobb Parkway intersection design. The Board also approved a $570,000 architectural services contract for the new Animal Services Facility and made three board appointments. All recorded votes were adopted; the minutes do not record individual vote tallies or the names of movers and seconders.

• Approved consent agenda as revised, including $1,497,470 SAK Construction sewer contract and $250,000 transfer to Elections budget
• Approved $731,413.55 contract with Glosson Enterprises for Big Shanty Road traffic signal (Project B2571)
• Approved GDOT agreement for South Cobb Drive (SR 280) design, $3.5M GDOT revenue plus $875,000 local match
• Approved GDOT agreement for Cobb Parkway at Black Acre Trail/Third Army Road design, $2M GDOT revenue plus $500,000 local match
• Approved $246,675.88 contract with Williams Power & Signal for Flashing Yellow Arrow Upgrade (Project B2559)
• Approved $570,000 contract with LDD BlueLine for Animal Services Facility architectural services
• Approved resolution establishing Cobb County Opioid Abatement Advisory Council
• Appointed Carol Riley, Sharon Henry, and Judy Skeel to county boards

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive a presentation. The discussion focuses on the state of garbage and recyclable collection services provided by permitted haulers in the county.

• Presentation on garbage and recyclable collection services from permitted haulers

The Board of Commissioners held a work session featuring a presentation on garbage and recyclable collection services provided by permitted haulers in Cobb County. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is considering several rezoning requests for a school, a bank, a car wash, and a professional office. The meeting also includes requests for temporary land use permits for a personal care home and photography business.

• Z-13: Rezoning from R-20 to OI for a school at 2255 Cooper Lake Road
• Z-12: Rezoning from R-20 to NRC for a bank with drive-thru at 5033 Floyd Road
• Z-14: Rezoning from GC to NRC for a car wash at 2310 Austell Road
• Z-16: Rezoning from GC to NRC for a professional office at 943 Old Noonday School House Road
• LUP-9: Temporary Land Use Permit for a personal care home at 688 Hurt Road

The Board approved several rezoning requests, temporary land use permits, and special land use permits via a consent agenda. Three cases regarding St. Benedict's Episcopal School were continued to May 21, 2024, due to the absence of the District Commissioner and unresolved opposition.

• Approved rezoning to R-15 for single-family residence at 1953 West Lee Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning to LRC for a bank at 5033 Floyd Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning to NRC for a carwash at 2310 Austell Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning to NRC with special exception for professional office at 943 Old Noonday School House Road (4-0)
• Approved 24-month temporary land use permit for personal care home at 688 Hurt Road (4-0)
• Approved special land use permit for sawmill and material reduction at 1471 Gresham Road (4-0)
• Approved settlement of litigation for Petroplex Joint Venture, LLC at 2120 Canton Road (4-0)
• Continued Z-13, SLUP-3, and O.B. 14 (St. Benedict's Episcopal School) to May 21, 2024 (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear several new business cases regarding property variances. The agenda includes held and continued cases alongside new petitions across multiple districts.

• Held case: 3286 Holly Mill Court (District 2)
• V-43-2024: 371 Pat Mell Road (District 4)
• V-44-2024: 900 Willeo Place (District 2)
• V-45-2024: 107 Meryton Drive (District 1)
• V-46-2024: 1290 Hilton Drive (District 2)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved eight variance requests via a consent agenda and two requests during the regular agenda. Two variance requests were denied, and one case was continued to a future hearing.

• Approved V-43 sign variance at 371 Pat Mell Road (4-0)
• Approved V-44 pool/spa variance at 900 Willeo Place (4-0)
• Approved V-45 accessory building variance at 107 Meryton Drive (4-0)
• Approved V-46 shed setback variance at 1290 Hilton Drive (4-0)
• Approved V-48 front setback variance at 1917 Harken Grove (4-0)
• Approved V-49 rear setback variance at 1951 Tristan Drive (4-0)
• Approved V-53 side setback variance at 1155 Ernest Barrett Parkway (4-0)
• Approved V-54 side setback variance at 2375 Castle Lane (4-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss various infrastructure grants, including transit bus replacements and road widening. The meeting includes a public hearing on building commissioning services and a proposed consent decree regarding fire department hiring practices.

• Public hearing to establish indefinite delivery contracts for Building Commissioning services
• Proposed consent decree with the U.S. Department of Justice regarding Cobb County Fire Department hiring practices (2016-2020)
• Grant applications for Big Shanty Road Widening and Cumberland Sweep – Segment C
• Contract with Soundthinking, Inc. for Gunshot Detection Software and Services
• Contract with D & H Construction Company for Olympic Industrial Drive Water Main Replacement

The Board authorized several grant applications to the Atlanta Regional Commission for road and trail projects. It also approved construction contracts for water main replacement and sidewalk installation, and settled a workers' compensation claim.

• Approved $777,313 construction contract for Olympic Industrial Drive Water Main Replacement (5-0)
• Authorized $6.55M grant application for eight CNG transit buses (5-0)
• Approved $1.65M engineering agreement for Noonday Creek Trail and Pedestrian Bridge (5-0)
• Approved $90,635 contract for West Sandtown Road Sidewalk (North) (5-0)
• Ratified $453,060 for emergency drainage repairs on Bankstone Drive (5-0)
• Approved $68,044 workers' compensation settlement for Randy Cason (5-0)
• Authorized Consent Decree with DOJ regarding Fire Department hiring practices 2016-2020 (5-0)
• Approved $558,750 for gunshot detection software from Soundthinking, Inc. (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new cases regarding zoning, land use permits, and special land use permits. These requests affect various properties across four districts.

• Zoning cases for 1018, 1022, 1028, and 1054 Shallowford Road
• Zoning cases for 4878 Austell Road, Warren Road and 2310 Austell Road
• Land Use Permits for 1790 Villa Rica Road and 688 Hurt Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 2020 Allgood Road and 6694 Oak Ridge Commerce Way
• Zoning cases for 4600 Atlanta Road and 1953 West Lee Road

The Cobb County Planning Commission recommended approval for several zoning and land use cases, including a school rezoning (Z-13), a sawmill special permit (SLUP-2), and a bank drive-thru (Z-12). Several other cases were held until the May 7 hearing, including requests for retail centers and office spaces. Two cases were withdrawn without prejudice, and the Commission approved the minutes from previous meetings.

• Recommended approval of Z-13 (St. Benedict's School rezoning) with stipulations (3-0)
• Recommended approval of SLUP-3 (St. Benedict's School Special Land Use Permit) with stipulations (3-0)
• Recommended approval of SLUP-2 (Bentley sawmill/grinding permit) with stipulations (4-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-10 (Orlando Lopez temporary land use) for 12 months (4-0)
• Recommended approval of SLUP-4 (Vacutek used auto sales) with stipulations (3-0)
• Added Z-12 (WPG-Mableton bank) to Consent Agenda and recommended approval (4-0)
• Held Z-10, Z-11, Z-15, Z-17, Z-19, and LUP-12 until May 7 hearing
• Withdrew Z-20, SLUP-1, and LUP-7 without prejudice

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review departmental and agency requests for the FY2025-2026 Biennial Budget cycle. The body will also discuss the establishment of a stormwater utility fee based on impervious surface area and related code amendments.

• FY2025-2026 Biennial Budget cycle departmental and agency requests
• Proposed stormwater utility fee based on impervious surface area
• Amendments to the Cobb County Code regarding stormwater fees

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session on March 26, 2024. Chief Financial Officer William Volckmann presented a summary of departmental and agency requests for the FY2025-2026 Biennial Budget cycle, and Water System Agency Director Judy Jones presented information on establishing a stormwater utility fee based on impervious surface area and related code amendments. No official action was taken by the Board on either item. The meeting adjourned at 3:50 p.m.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a new stormwater utility fee and updated water system rates effective August 1, 2024. Other items include public hearings for code amendments and the closure of Woodhill Drive, alongside various contract approvals for public safety and transportation.

• Public hearing for proposed closure and abandonment of Woodhill Drive
• Proposed amendments to several chapters of the Official Code of Cobb County
• Approval of a new Stormwater Utility Fee and Water System Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees
• Authorization of a two-year ambulance contract with Metro Atlanta Ambulance and Puckett EMS
• Agreement for preliminary engineering design of South Cobb Drive (SR 280) Traffic Safety Improvements

The Board approved amendments to the Official Code of Cobb County regarding zoning and vehicles for hire, while tabling stormwater and utility amendments. Other key actions included approving several transportation and parks contracts and updating the Board's Rules of Procedure.

• Approved amendments to Chapter 134 - Zoning (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Chapter 126 - Vehicles for Hire (5-0)
• Tabled amendments to Chapters 50, 110, and 122 until August 2024 (5-0)
• Approved closure and abandonment of Woodhill Drive (5-0)
• Approved $1.7M contract with Parsons Transportation Group for South Cobb Drive safety improvements (5-0)
• Approved $658,759 contract with CBA Sports for gymnasium flooring at three recreation centers (5-0)
• Approved various amendments to Board of Commissioners Rules of Procedure (multiple votes)
• Approved $456,528 sole source agreement with Georgia Fire & Rescue for thermal image cameras (5-0)

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several zoning and land use cases. This includes a consent agenda for two rezoning requests and a series of other business and land use cases to be heard.

• Z-4: Rezoning request from NS to NRC for a gym and fitness facility at 4005 Canton Road
• Z-7: Rezoning request from CF to R-20 for a single-family residence at 6180 Pine Creek Court
• LUP-1-2024: Land use request for Christel Y. Herrera, Jr.
• LUP-2-2024: Land use request for Ronald McDowell
• LUP-3-2024: Land use request for Fasilat Adesina

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 to deny rezoning for a townhome community at 1972 Atlanta Road (Z-61) and a townhome community at Alabama Road/Lindsey Way (Z-3). The board approved a 180-home single-family subdivision on Brown Road (Z-6) and a site plan amendment for a townhome community on Cooper Lake Road (O.B. 40). Several cases were withdrawn, continued, or not considered, including a Chick-fil-A stipulation amendment (O.B. 66) that was approved 5-0.

• Denied rezoning Z-61 for townhomes at 1972 Atlanta Road (5-0)
• Denied rezoning Z-3 for townhomes at Alabama Road/Lindsey Way (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-6 for 180-home subdivision on Brown Road (5-0)
• Approved site plan amendment O.B. 40 for Kerley Family Homes on Cooper Lake Road (5-0)
• Approved O.B. 66 Chick-fil-A stipulation amendment and setback reduction (5-0)
• Approved LUP-1 for extra vehicles at 2562 Hood Circle for 24 months (5-0)
• Approved LUP-2 for extra vehicles at 158 Lakeside Drive for 24 months (5-0)
• Denied LUP-3 for extra adults at 2871 Ridgecrest Circle (5-0)

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a multi-day retreat to review accomplishments, goals, and the strategic plan. The sessions include updates on the budget schedule, public safety, and various county departments.

• FY25/26 Capital Projects review
• Financial update and budget schedule
• SPLOST updates
• Disparity Study update
• Dentons Legislative update

The Board of Commissioners attended a retreat from March 13 to March 15, 2024, featuring updates from various county agencies and directors. No official action was taken by the Board during these meetings.

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review three continued cases and ten new variance requests. These hearings determine if specific properties can be granted exceptions to zoning regulations.

• V-15-2024: 2125 Clay Road
• V-25-2024: 3121 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• V-26-2024: 1350 Mountain Park Circle
• V-33-2024 through V-42-2024: New business variance requests for 10 different properties
• Public hearings held at 1:30 p.m. at the Cobb County Building

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals approved eight consent agenda variances and two regular agenda variances (V-15 and V-35), denied one variance (V-41), and rescinded then re-approved a variance for Marietta Community Church (V-25) with modified conditions. A continued case (V-42) was not considered and was carried to April 10, 2024. All votes were 4-0, with Chairwoman Russell absent.

• Approved consent agenda V-26, V-33, V-34, V-36, V-37, V-38, V-39, V-40 (4-0)
• Approved V-15: 8-foot fence adjacent to public road right-of-way at 2125 Clay Road (4-0)
• Approved V-35: reduced setbacks for existing detached garage at 3471 Winter Wood Way (4-0)
• Denied V-41: accessory structures at 3870 Lower Roswell Road to be removed within 60 days (4-0)
• Rescinded prior approval of V-25 (Marietta Community Church) (4-0)
• Reconsidered and approved V-25 with modified conditions (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 11, 2024 special called meeting/work session (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 14, 2024 BZA variance hearing and appeal hearing (4-0)

SWMA Annual Meeting

The Solid Waste Management Authority will meet to approve previous minutes and receive a departmental update. The presentation will cover the operation of privatized facilities and the status of recycling and litter programs in Cobb County.

• Approval of March 14, 2023 minutes
• Update on privatized facilities from the Sustainability, Waste and Beautification Department

The Cobb County Solid Waste Management Authority met on March 12, 2024 and approved the minutes of its March 14, 2023 meeting by a 4-0 vote, with Commissioner Sheffield not present. The rest of the meeting was a presentation from the Sustainability, Waste and Beautification Department and its contractors on privatized solid waste and recycling operations; the minutes state no official action was taken on the presentation. The meeting adjourned at 8:44 a.m.

• Approved minutes of the March 14, 2023 Solid Waste Management Authority meeting (4-0, Commissioner Sheffield not present)
• No official action taken on the solid waste and recycling operations presentation

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to several chapters of the Official Code of Cobb County, including zoning and utilities. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure contracts and grant applications.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapters 50 (Environment), 110 (Subdivision), 122 (Utilities), 126 (Vehicles for Hire), and 134 (Zoning)
• Contract with Genfare, LLC for CobbLinc bus fleet replacement fareboxes and software
• Contract with AllStar Lighting & Electrical Services, Inc. for LED lighting at Hubert Soccer Complex
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Georgia DOT for Powers Ferry Road and Interstate North Parkway bridges
• Easement with Georgia Power Corporation for Gritters Library at 880 Shaw Park Rd.

The Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including a $3.76M water reclamation facility rehab and various drainage repairs. A public hearing was held on proposed code amendments, but no official action was taken on those changes.

• Approved $3.76M contract with Reynolds Construction of Georgia, LLC for South Cobb Water Reclamation Facility (5-0)
• Approved $1.37M contract with Genfare, LLC for CobbLinc bus fareboxes (5-0)
• Approved $375,020 contract with Advanced Sports Construction, LLC for Braidwood Drive drainage (5-0)
• Approved $348,002 contract with AllStar Lighting & Electrical Services for Hubert Soccer Complex LED lighting (5-0)
• Approved $193,950 for emergency drainage repairs on Willeo Ridge Court (5-0)
• Approved $141,935 for emergency drainage repairs on Oak Ridge Road (5-0)
• Approved $254,925 contract with N. Harris Corporation for i2 Analytics Software (5-0)
• Tabled amendments to Board of Commissioners Rules of Procedure for further discussion

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning cases, including requests for rezoning and land use permits. Some cases have been withdrawn or continued to future dates.

• Z-4: Rezoning from NS to NRC for a gym and fitness facility at 4005 Canton Road
• Z-7: Rezoning from CF to R-20 for a single-family residence at 6180 Pine Creek Court
• LUP-8-2024: Land use permit for American Protection and Tactical
• SLUP-1-2024: Special land use permit for Tire Swing Collective, Inc.
• Z-52-2023, Z-61-2023, Z-3-2024, and Z-6-2024: Continued cases scheduled to be heard

The Planning Commission recommended approval of proposed amendments to Chapter 134 of the Official Code of Cobb County. The board also recommended approval for two rezoning requests and recommended denial for two others.

• Recommended approval of 2024 proposed amendments to Chapter 134 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-4 rezoning for gym and fitness facility (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-7 rezoning for single-family residence (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-6 rezoning for single-family subdivision (5-0)
• Recommended denial of Z-61 townhome community rezoning (3-2)
• Recommended denial of Z-3 townhome community rezoning (5-0)
• Continued SLUP-1 private park and garden request until April 2, 2024 (5-0)
• Held Z-52 contractor office rezoning until April 2, 2024 (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure projects, including renovations to the Public Safety Building and the acquisition of property on South Cobb Drive. The meeting also includes approvals for IT procurement and various road and sewer repairs.

• Establishment of GMP for Public Safety Building renovations (1st-4th floors) and elevator addition
• Purchase of a 22.5% interest in real property at 3830 South Cobb Drive
• Three separate IT technology and support purchases exceeding $100,000 each via Prosys Information Systems
• Annexation of two tracts of land totaling 30.21 acres into the City of Powder Springs
• Approval of a Recycling Facility Operating Agreement with WestRock CP, LLC

The Board approved a guaranteed maximum price of $25,744,350 for renovations to the Public Safety Building. Other key actions included approving a property acquisition in Smyrna and a recycling facility agreement with WestRock CP, LLC.

• Approved $25,744,350 GMP for Public Safety Building renovation (3-2)
• Approved purchase of 22.5% interest in 3830 South Cobb Drive property (5-0)
• Approved Recycling Facility Operating Agreement with WestRock CP, LLC (3-1)
• Approved $10,496,026 GMP for Public Safety Firing Range phase one (5-0)
• Approved $6,585,141 for Healthy County Building Initiative Phase II (5-0)
• Approved $1.725M FTA grant request for South Cobb Microtransit Pilot (5-0)
• Approved liquor license for GFY Hospitality V, LLC d/b/a Sidelines Grille
• Approved annexation of 16.57 and 13.64 acres into City of Powder Springs

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners will review several rezoning requests, temporary land use permits, and site plan amendments. The meeting includes a consent agenda for routine approvals and a regular agenda for specific zoning cases.

• Rezoning and Special Land Use Permit for a climate controlled self storage facility at 4820 Cobb Parkway
• Rezoning from RA-4 to LRO for a medical office at 4608 Lower Roswell Road
• Temporary Land Use Permit for dog boarding and daycare at 4990 Hill Road
• Temporary Land Use Permit renewals for daycares at 1190 Indian Hills Parkway and 488 Hurt Road
• Site plan amendments for Fifth Third Bank on Gordy Parkway

The Board of Commissioners approved multiple rezoning requests and temporary land use permits, including a new bank site and a laundromat. One request for a dog boarding and daycare facility was denied, and several other cases were continued or withdrawn.

• Approved rezoning for 41 Park A Toy & Self Storage, Inc. to NRC (5-0)
• Approved Special Land Use Permit for 41 Park A Toy & Self Storage, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Mt. Bethel Church, Inc. to LPSP (5-0)
• Approved 24-month Temporary Land Use Permits for Congregation Etz Chaim, Yolanda Castillo, and Early Education, LLC (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Atlanta Secure Care Services, Inc. to NRC (5-0)
• Denied Temporary Land Use Permit for Julia Welton dog boarding/daycare (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Mirna Aracely Torres Castro to LRC (5-0)
• Approved site plan amendments for Luke Wemette and Fifth Third Bank (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review variance requests for multiple properties. The body will hear two continued cases and 19 new business cases.

• V-110-2023: 3754 Whithorn Way
• V-13-2024: 1436 Pair Road
• V-21-2024: 4201 Stilesboro Road
• V-23-2024: 1041 Acworth Due West Road
• V-25-2024: 3121 Ernest Barrett Parkway

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved 16 variance requests via a consent agenda, primarily regarding setbacks and accessory structures. One request for firewood storage and playground setbacks was denied, and three other cases were continued or held until March 13, 2024.

• Approved 16 consent agenda variances for setbacks, accessory structures, and impervious coverage (5-0)
• Denied V-31 variance for firewood storage and playground setbacks; structures must be removed in 45 days (5-0)
• Continued V-26 setback variance until March 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Held V-15 fence variance until March 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Held V-25 parking variance for Marietta Community Church, Inc. until March 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved January 10, 2024, and February 12, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding engineering design for bridges on Powers Ferry Road and Interstate North Parkway. The body is also considering multiple road resurfacing contracts, transit pilot projects, and various grant applications for court programs.

• Public hearing for engineering design services of $100,000 or more for Powers Ferry Road Bridge and Interstate North Parkway Bridge
• Condemnation proceedings for six parcels on Lower Roswell Road
• Resurfacing contracts for local roads in Northwest, Northeast, and South regions, and countywide major thoroughfares
• CobbLinc Microtransit Pilot Project in South Cobb County
• Contract with Bartow Paving Company, Inc. for Big Shanty Park parking and pickleball additions

The Board approved several multi-million dollar road resurfacing contracts and a $3.45M microtransit pilot project. It also authorized $4.25M in revenue bonds for Nobis Works, Inc. and referred Lower Roswell Road projects back to the department.

• Approved $3.45M CobbLinc Microtransit Pilot Project in South Cobb County
• Approved $22.65M contract with Reeves Young, LLC for water reclamation filter replacement
• Approved $11.42M resurfacing contract with C.W. Matthews Contracting Company, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $7.84M resurfacing contract with Baldwin Paving Company, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $7.24M resurfacing contract with Bartow Paving Company, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $7.00M resurfacing contract with Bartow Paving Company, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $4.25M in revenue bonds for Nobis Works, Inc. headquarters
• Referred Lower Roswell Road condemnation and construction items back to the department (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning and land use permit requests. The meeting includes a consent agenda for specific facility renewals and a rezoning request, as well as several regular cases and held cases to be heard.

• Z-66(2023): Rezoning request for a climate controlled self storage facility at 4820 Cobb Parkway
• LUP-4: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare at 1190 Indian Hills Parkway
• LUP-6: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare at 488 Hurt Road
• SLUP-8(2023): Special Land Use Permit for a climate controlled self storage facility at 4820 Cobb Parkway
• 10 cases listed as held and continued until the March 5, 2024 hearing

The Cobb County Planning Commission recommended approval for several zoning changes and land use permits, including a laundromat at 3377 Austell Road and a dog daycare at 4990 Hill Road. The Commission also denied a request for additional vehicle parking at 158 Lakeside Drive and allowed the withdrawal of another parking permit request. Numerous other rezoning cases were continued to the March 5, 2024 hearing.

• Recommended approval of Z-57 for laundromat at 3377 Austell Road (3-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-32 for dog boarding/daycare at 4990 Hill Road (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-1 for office at 6265 Mableton Parkway (3-0)
• Recommended denial of LUP-2 for extra vehicle parking at 158 Lakeside Drive (3-0)
• Allowed withdrawal of LUP-30 for extra vehicle parking at 2639 Farmington Drive (3-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-1 for extra vehicle parking at 2562 Hood Circle (3-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-3 for extra adult occupancy at 2871 Ridgecrest Circle (3-0)
• Recommended approval of LUP-5 for extra vehicles/adults at 689 Lowell Drive (3-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will vote on various transportation contracts, grant applications for courts and libraries, and a tax levy for school construction notes. The meeting also includes decisions on property easements and a mutual aid agreement with Marietta Fire Department.

• Resolution to levy an ad valorem tax to repay Cobb County School District Short-Term Construction Notes, Series 2024
• Software volume licensing purchase greater than $100,000.00 with Dell Marketing LP
• Condemnation proceedings for one parcel on Old Floyd Road at Veterans Memorial Highway
• Agreement of Mutual and Automatic Aid between City of Marietta Fire Department and Cobb County
• Annexation notice of Non-Objection for 4.332 acres at Southeast side of Powder Springs Road, West of Sanders Road

The Board approved several SPLOST-funded transportation contracts, including a $7.4M agreement for the South Barrett Reliever Phase 3. Other actions included authorizing a tax levy for school construction notes and approving various grant applications for libraries and public safety.

• Approved $7.4M Supplemental Agreement for South Barrett Reliever, Phase 3 (5-0)
• Approved $999,455.90 contract for Traffic Management Center Upgrade design (5-0)
• Authorized ad valorem tax levy to repay $99.5M in School District Construction Notes
• Approved $1.86M Microsoft software licensing agreement via Dell Marketing LP
• Approved $728,280 contract with ViaMobility, LLC for paratransit software
• Authorized condemnation proceedings for one parcel on Old Floyd Road (5-0)
• Approved annexation Notice of Non-Objection for 4.332 acres into City of Powder Springs
• Appointed Commissioner Jerica Richardson as Vice Chair for 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear petitions for zoning variances. The agenda includes two continued cases and 13 new business cases across four districts.

• Continued case V-110-2023: 3754 Whithorn Way
• Continued case V-128-2023: 5113 Chipping Drive
• New case V-2-2024: 1677 Burnt Hickory Road
• New case V-6-2024: 2346 Bells Ferry Road
• New case V-13-2024: 1436 Pair Road

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals approved ten residential variance requests on January 10, 2024 — nine on its consent agenda and one (V-128'3) after a public hearing — each subject to listed staff and department conditions. The Board denied one variance (V-1) for a side setback reduction at 3550 Woodshire Trail. Two cases (V-110'3 and V-13) were continued to the February 14, 2024 hearing and were not considered. All votes recorded were 5-0.

• Approved consent agenda of nine variances (V-2, V-3, V-4, V-6, V-9, V-11, V-12 and related items) with conditions (5-0)
• Approved V-128'3 rear and accessory-structure setback reductions at 5113 Chipping Drive, with conditions (5-0)
• Denied V-1 side setback reduction at 3550 Woodshire Trail (5-0)
• Approved V-5 accessory structure and setback variances at 744 Butlers Gate (5-0)
• Approved V-10 front, side and accessory setback variances at 4497 Coventry Way, with conditions (5-0)
• Continued V-110'3 (3754 Whithorn Way) to the February 14, 2024 hearing; not considered
• Continued V-13 (1436 Pair Road) to the February 14, 2024 hearing; not considered
• Approved minutes of the December 13, 2023 variance hearing and January 8, 2024 special called meeting (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on transit updates and transportation scoping studies. The meeting includes decisions on stormwater work orders, precinct changes for the City of Mableton, and budget reallocations.

• Public hearings for transportation scoping studies exceeding $100,000 for Factory Shoals Pedestrian Bridge, Allatoona Creek Greenway Trail, Town Center Busbee Park-n-Ride, and East-West Connector
• Resolution setting qualifying fees for county offices to be filled in 2024
• Precinct designation changes to reflect the establishment of the City of Mableton
• Authorization to purchase Oracle Software Update License and Support for the Water System exceeding $100,000
• Appropriation of $20,000 in ARPA funds for fresh produce food boxes for Senior Services

The Board approved a significant reallocation of American Rescue Plan Act funding for bridge and transit studies. Other key actions included approving several stormwater and road contracts and naming a police K9 annex. The Board also set qualifying fees for 2024 county offices.

• Reallocated $17,919,623.15 in ARPA funding for various infrastructure projects (4-1)
• Approved naming the Police K9 Kennel as the JoAnn K. Birrell Police K9 Annex (5-0)
• Approved $853,000 initial phase contract for Fire Station 12 replacement (5-0)
• Approved $287,132 for Mobility SPLOST ballot referendum public outreach (3-2)
• Adopted resolution setting 2024 qualifying fees for county offices (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 for fresh produce food boxes via non-profit partners (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 15.0305 acres into the City of Marietta (5-0)
• Approved $446,548.18 for Collins Road bridge preliminary engineering design (5-0)

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to review 2024 Comprehensive Plan Amendments. The agenda consists primarily of new business regarding these amendments and other business cases.

• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Amendments

The Cobb County Planning Commission held its 2024 Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map amendments public hearing on January 3, 2024, and voted to recommend approval of a set of zoning decisions, commissioner proposals, and one staff proposal. The zoning decisions and most commissioner proposals were adopted 5-0, with one commissioner proposal (CP-1-6) adopted 5-0 after public comment. The staff proposal to add the Economic Development Strategic Plan initiative to the Economic Development Community Work Program was adopted 3-2, with Commissioners Beloin and Dance opposed. All actions are recommendations to the Board of Commissioners; the minutes do not record final county adoption.

• Recommended approval of Zoning Decisions ZD-1 through ZD-7, as presented, including removal of small area policy guideline NAC-P9 for ZD-7 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Commissioner Proposals CP-1-1 through CP-1-5, CP-1-7 through CP-1-10, CP-1-12, and CP-4-1, CP-4-3, CP-4-5 through CP-4-12, as presented (5-0)
• Recommended approval of CP-1-6 (CAC to NAC, Barrett Parkway north of Dallas Highway) after public comment (5-0)
• Recommended approval of CP-1-11 (NAC to VLDR, Dallas Highway east of Paulding County line) after public comment (5-0)
• Recommended approval of CP-4-2 (MTC/CAC and LDR to MTC/MDR and MDR, Lions Club Drive) after public comment (5-0)
• Recommended approval of CP-4-4 (CAC to NAC, Oakdale Road north of Veterans Memorial Highway) after public comment (5-0)
• Recommended approval of CP-4-13 (PIA to CAC, MDR, and PI, east of Mableton Parkway) after public comment (5-0)
• Recommended approval of SP-1 to add the Economic Development Strategic Plan initiative to the Economic Development Community Work Program (3-2, Beloin and Dance opposed)