Roswell, Georgia
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Design Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Design Review Board will vote on final approval for the city's new Fire Station 27, a 10,000-square-foot facility at 9000 Fouts Road. The board will also conduct initial reviews of two other projects: a building addition at 10473 Alpharetta Highway and a cemetery project at 10933 Alpharetta Highway, plus discuss plans for 1350 Woodstock Road.
- Final vote on Fire Station 27 (ZDRB-0526-000024) – new 10,000 sq ft fire station with 8 bunk rooms, 3 apparatus bays
- Initial review – Construction of additional building at 10473 Alpharetta Hwy (ZDRB-0426-000019)
- Initial review – Greenlawn Cemetery project at 10933 Alpharetta Hwy (ZDRB-0326-000016)
- Discussion item – 1350 Woodstock Rd (Bowen & 92)
- Approval of May 5, 2026 meeting minutes
Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a certificate of appropriateness for 1076 Canton Street (Ball House/Founder's Hall) to allow temporary relocation of the structure for foundation reconstruction. Staff recommends deferring the application to the June HPC meeting. The commission will also vote on approval of minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting.
- Certificate of appropriateness for 1076 Canton Street: proposal to lift and move the historic structure forward for about two months to reconstruct its foundation
- Applicants request deferral to June HPC meeting, recommended by staff
- Approval of minutes from the June 10, 2026 HPC meeting
Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session
Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting
Mayor and Council - Open Forum
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting
Mayor and Council - Budget Workshop
Mayor and Council - Budget Workshop
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
Design Review Board - Regular Meeting
Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing
Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session
Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting
Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
Mayor and Council - Open Forum
Design Review Board - Regular Meeting
Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing
Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session
Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting
Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting
Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing
Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session
Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting
Design Review Board - Regular Meeting
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting
Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
Recent meetings
Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing
Planning Commission - Special Called Meeting
This is a special called meeting of the Roswell Planning Commission. The sole agenda item is a discussion of the draft 2045 Comprehensive Growth Plan, a state-required update that outlines land use, housing, transportation, and economic development goals. Commissioners will provide policy direction to staff on the document; no vote is scheduled.
- Discussion of draft 2045 Comprehensive Growth Plan update, covering land use, housing, transportation, and economic development strategies
- Meeting may have a quorum of Mayor and City Council present
Mayor and Council - Open Forum
This is a procedural Open Forum meeting with no agenda items for discussion or decision. The meeting includes welcome, invocation, pledge, public comment, and adjournment.
- Public comment period for residents to address the Mayor and Council on any topic.
The Roswell Mayor and Council held an Open Forum on June 29, 2026. The meeting was procedural only, consisting of an invocation, pledge of allegiance, and public comments from nine residents. No decisions, votes, or official actions were taken.
Board of Zoning Appeals - Special Called
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and decide on a variance request to encroach into the 100-foot undisturbed stream buffer at 540 Sweet Birch Lane. The property was damaged by fire and the applicant seeks to rebuild with additions; staff recommends approval. The board will also consider approving the May 12, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on variance SBVA-0326-000018 to encroach 673 sq ft into the 100-ft undisturbed stream buffer at 540 Sweet Birch Lane
- Property in Martin's Landing (Hillside) Subdivision, zoned R3, 0.235 acres
- Applicant Roger Howrey rebuilding after July 2025 fire; existing sunroom over sewer easement to be removed
- Staff recommends approval, citing no feasible alternative and mitigation via runoff reduction
- Approval of May 12, 2026 BZA minutes on consent
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance (SBVA-0326-000018) for 540 Sweet Birch Lane by a unanimous 5-0 vote. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting.
- Approved variance SBVA-0326-000018 at 540 Sweet Birch Lane (5-0)
- Approved May 12, 2026 BZA minutes (5-0)
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
The Committees of Council will vote on a construction contract for the Riverside Road TSPLOST project totaling $10.7 million, including a $1.45 million Fulton County waterline agreement. They will also consider applying for a $60,000 NEA arts grant, approve the FY2026 mid-year budget amendment with $1.3 million in departmental adjustments, and discuss downtown parking operations and the 2045 Comprehensive Growth Plan.
- Approve $9,489,436.50 construction contract for Riverside Road improvements from Riviera Road to Old Alabama Road, plus $1,454,580 budget amendment for Fulton County waterline IGA
- Consider resolution to apply for and accept a $60,000 National Endowment for the Arts grant for a theatrical project with HBCU students
- FY2026 mid-year budget amendment with ~$1.3 million for Police, IT, Parks, Fire, and other departments
- Discussion of Downtown Parking Operations
- Discussion of 2045 Comprehensive Growth Plan Draft
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
The Roswell Mayor and Council will consider extending a temporary emergency moratorium on new data centers by an additional 90 days, approving a zoning modification for the Bowen & 92 development at 1340 Woodstock Road, and adopting the 2026 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant funds totaling $443,594. The consent agenda includes a workers compensation reinsurance contract with a premium of $356,056 over two years.
- Extension of temporary emergency moratorium on new data centers for 90 days
- Modification of zoning conditions for Bowen & 92 development at 1340 Woodstock Road
- Approval of 2026 Annual Action Plan for CDBG budget amendment of $443,594
- Authorization of workers compensation reinsurance contract with Midwest Employers Casualty, premium $356,056 for two years
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 9.99 acres at 0 Old Roswell Road from CX to OR to allow 62 townhomes. Staff recommends denial. The commission will also discuss a text amendment to establish data centers as a use in the UDC and an update on the 2045 Comprehensive Growth Plan.
- Rezoning request PL-20252326 for 0 Old Roswell Road: 62 townhomes on 9.99 acres, staff recommends denial
- Text Amendment to Establish Data Center as a Use in the Unified Development Code
- 2045 Comprehensive Growth Plan Update discussion
- Approval of June 4, 2026 Planning Commission Special Called Minutes
Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission will vote on a deferral request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to temporarily relocate the historic Ball House at 1076 Canton Street for foundation work. Commissioners will also discuss an exterior renovation and new accessory structure at 1072 Alpharetta Street. The May 13, 2026 meeting minutes are scheduled for approval.
- Deferral vote on ZHPC-0126-000003 for 1076 Canton Street (Ball House/Founder's Hall) – partial demolition plan to lift and move structure forward 2 months for foundation reconstruction
- Discussion on ZHPC-0526-000019 for 1072 Alpharetta Street – exterior renovation and new accessory structure
- Approval of May 13, 2026 HPC meeting minutes
Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to defer a previously filed Certificate of Appropriateness for a partial demolition plan at 1076 Canton Street (Ball House/Founder's Hall). The applicant proposes to lift and move the historic structure forward for two months to reconstruct its foundation. The commission will also discuss an exterior renovation and new accessory structure at 1072 Alpharetta Street and approve minutes from the May 13, 2026 meeting.
- Public hearing for ZHPC-0126-000003: deferral of partial demolition plan at 1076 Canton Street
- Discussion of ZHPC-0526-000019: exterior renovation and new accessory structure at 1072 Alpharetta Street
- Approval of May 13, 2026 HPC meeting minutes
The Roswell Historic Preservation Commission voted unanimously to defer a certificate of appropriateness for a change to a proposed partial demolition plan at 1076 Canton Street. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from its May 13, 2026 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Deferred certificate of appropriateness for partial demolition plan at 1076 Canton Street (5-0)
- Approved May 13, 2026 minutes (5-0)
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
The Committees of Council will vote to approve the minutes from May 26, then consider authorizing a two-year workers compensation reinsurance contract with Midwest Employers Casualty for $424,826 (annual premium $212,413). They will also initiate text amendments to the Unified Development Code and the Code of Ordinances to update stormwater management rules, including referencing the Roswell Stormwater Handbook and aligning post-development standards.
- Approval of meeting minutes from May 26, 2026
- Consideration of a two-year workers compensation reinsurance contract with Midwest Employers Casualty for $424,826
- Initiation of a text amendment to Unified Development Code Article 12.5 (Stormwater Management)
- Consideration of an ordinance to amend Code of Ordinances Chapter 7, Article 7.2 (Post-Development Stormwater Management)
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
The Mayor and Council will consider a resolution authorizing participation in an amicus brief in Chang v. City of Milton. The consent agenda includes acceptance of right-of-way donations at 88 Woodstock Road and 100 Norcross Street for sidewalk improvements, and approval of a $15,000 state grant for out-of-school-time programs. A zoning modification for the Bowen & 92 development at 1340 Woodstock Road has been deferred to a future meeting.
- Resolution to join amicus brief in Chang v. City of Milton supporting Milton
- Acceptance of 0.007 acres right-of-way at 88 Woodstock Road for sidewalk
- Acceptance of 0.007 acres right-of-way at 100 Norcross Street for sidewalk
- Approval of up to $15,000 GRPA BOOST grant for recreation programs
- Deferred zoning modification for Bowen & 92 at 1340 Woodstock Road
The Council approved participation in an amicus brief supporting the City of Milton in the case Chang v. City of Milton, and also approved a closed session for June 22 to discuss personnel, litigation, or real estate. The consent agenda was adopted, including acceptance of right-of-way for sidewalk projects on Woodstock Road and Norcross Street, and a $15,000 GRPA BOOST grant. A zoning modification request for the Bowen & 92 development at 1340 Woodstock Road was deferred to the June 22 meeting.
- Consent agenda approved unanimously (4-0) including minutes, two right-of-way acceptances (Resolutions 2026-06-11 and 2026-06-12), and a $15,000 GRPA BOOST grant
- Approved participation in Chang v. City of Milton amicus brief (Resolution 2026-06-13) unanimously (4-0)
- Approved closed session for June 22, 2026 at 5:30 PM to discuss personnel, litigation, and/or real estate unanimously (4-0)
- Deferred zoning modification and variances for Bowen & 92 (1340 Woodstock Road) to June 22, 2026 unanimously (4-0)
Planning Commission - Special Called Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a special called meeting to discuss a rezoning application for 0 Old Roswell Road (Pope & Land) and a text amendment that would define 'Data Center' as a use in the Unified Development Code. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the May 19 meeting. A staff report provides extensive analysis of data center impacts on water, power, noise, and public safety.
- Rezoning request PL-20252326 for 0 Old Roswell Road
- Text amendment to establish data center as a use in the UDC
- Staff report on data center development and impacts
- Approval of May 19, 2026 Planning Commission minutes
- Possible quorum of Mayor and City Council present
Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission approved the April 2, 2026 minutes and voted to reschedule the July 2 meeting. Director Malone reported on the 2027 budget, upcoming summer camps, and construction at the Crabapple Center.
- Approved April 2, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Moved July 2, 2026 meeting to July 9, 2026
Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session
The Roswell Recreation Commission will receive an informational update on a forthcoming comprehensive review of its policies, many of which have not been updated in years. Over the coming months, staff will present policies for the Commission's consideration, including recommendations to revise, replace, or eliminate outdated ones. No decisions or votes are scheduled at this work session.
- Presentation on the upcoming Recreation Commission Policy Review and Update Initiative, covering outdated policies that require revision or elimination
Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing
The Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing on a new application for full consumption on premises and Sunday sales for Laredos Taqueria & Grill at 2300 Holcomb Bridge Rd. Suite 101, applied by Felix Segura De La Cruz / Ixta Mexico, Inc. The board will also approve minutes from the May 7, 2026 meeting.
- Public hearing for new alcohol license (full consumption on premises and Sunday sales) at Laredos Taqueria & Grill
- Approval of minutes from the May 7, 2026 meeting
- Applicant: Felix Segura De La Cruz / Ixta Mexico, Inc.
- Location: 2300 Holcomb Bridge Rd. Suite 101, Roswell, GA 30076
Design Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to consider a new application for full consumption on the premises and Sunday sales for Laredos Taqueria & Grill at 2300 Holcomb Bridge Rd. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Public hearing for new alcohol license: Laredos Taqueria & Grill (Felix Segura De La Cruz / Ixta Mexico, Inc.) at 2300 Holcomb Bridge Rd. Suite 101, full consumption on premises and Sunday sales
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
The Mayor and Council will vote on transferring city-owned land at Bowen Road and Highway 92 to the Roswell Development Authority. They will also consider approval of the TSPLOST 2026 project list and multiple second readings of Unified Development Code amendments. A termination notice to Seer World LLC and a vote to go into closed session are also on the agenda.
- Recognition of Water Utility awards: Education Program Gold, Treatment Plant of Year, Platinum Award
- Approval of TSPLOST 2026 Project List for transportation funding
- Transfer of land at Bowen Road and Highway 92 to Roswell Development Authority (RDA)
- Second reading: amendment to allow non-commercial horse stables in certain zones (UDC Section 9.7.12)
- Approval to send termination notice to Seer World LLC under Master Services Agreement
The Roswell Mayor and Council approved the TSPLOST 2026 project list (5-1), with Councilmember Brumley opposed. Several Unified Development Code amendments were approved on second reading unanimously. The Council also voted 4-2 to authorize sending a termination notice to Seer World LLC under their Master Services Agreement.
- Recognized Environmental/Public Works for water awards
- Approved consent agenda unanimously
- Approved TSPLOST 2026 Project List (5-1)
- Approved UDC amendments for horse stables, use tables, warehouse uses, parking location, parking lot design (all unanimous second reading)
- Approved ordinance amendments for commercial waste and inoperable motor vehicles (unanimous second reading)
- Approved land transfer at Bowen Road/Highway 92 to Roswell Development Authority (unanimous)
- Approved termination notice to Seer World LLC (4-2)
- Approved closed session on June 8, 2026 (unanimous)
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
The Committees of Council will consider two resolutions to accept right-of-way donations for streetscape/sidewalk improvements at 88 Woodstock Road and 100 Norcross Street. They will also consider accepting a Georgia Recreation and Parks Association BOOST Grant of up to $15,000. Approval of the May 12 committee meeting minutes is also on the agenda.
- Resolution to accept 0.007 acres of right-of-way for a 6-foot sidewalk along Woodstock Road at 88 Woodstock Road parcel
- Resolution to accept 0.022 acres of right-of-way for a 6-foot brick paver sidewalk along Norcross Street at 100 Norcross Street parcel
- Consideration to accept GRPA BOOST Grant award up to $15,000 for out-of-school time programs
- Approval of committee meeting minutes from May 12, 2026
The Roswell Committees of Council approved three agenda items to move forward to the Mayor and Council for final decision. These included accepting right-of-way for streetscape/sidewalk improvements at 88 Woodstock Road and 100 Norcross Street, and accepting a $15,000 GRPA BOOST grant. All items passed unanimously with no discussion.
- Approved minutes of May 12, 2026 committee meeting (unanimous)
- Approved resolution to accept Woodstock Road right-of-way for streetscape/sidewalk improvement at 88 Woodstock Road (unanimous, moves to Mayor and Council 6/8/2026)
- Approved resolution to accept Norcross Street right-of-way for streetscape/sidewalk improvement at 100 Norcross Street (unanimous, moves to Mayor and Council 6/8/2026)
- Approved acceptance of Georgia Recreation and Parks Association BOOST grant up to $15,000 (unanimous, moves to Mayor and Council 6/8/2026)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 0 Old Roswell Road to develop 62 townhomes. Staff recommends denial, citing inconsistency with the Comprehensive Plan and site constraints including stream buffer encroachment. The commission will also discuss data centers and approve past meeting minutes.
- PL20252326: Rezoning 10 acres at 0 Old Roswell Road from CX to OR for 62 townhomes; staff recommends denial.
- Proposed townhome development would require stream buffer variance for ~38,850 sq ft of encroachment into 100- and 150-foot buffers.
- Data Center Discussion Item – no details provided in agenda.
- Approval of minutes from April 21, 2026, February 17, 2026, and December 5, 2025 Planning Commission meetings.
Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on three Certificate of Appropriateness applications: a commercial rear addition at 1014 Canton Street, a new single-family residence at 660 Elm Street, and a new single-family residence at 55 Maple Street. Staff recommends approval for the 1014 Canton Street project, which includes renovation and a rear addition to a contributing historic structure. The commission will also vote on approval of the April 8, 2026 meeting minutes.
- ZHPC-0426-000017 – 1014 Canton Street: commercial rear addition to historic cottage, staff recommends approval
- ZHPC-0226-000009 – 660 Elm Street: new single-family residence
- ZHPC-0126-000005 – 55 Maple Street: new single-family residence
- Approval of April 8, 2026 HPC meeting minutes
The Historic Preservation Commission approved three Certificates of Appropriateness: a commercial rear addition at 1014 Canton Street (unanimous with conditions), a new single-family residence at 660 Elm Street (3-1), and a new single-family residence at 55 Maple Street (unanimous with staff conditions). The commission also approved the April 8, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Approved COA for commercial rear addition at 1014 Canton Street with conditions on brick reuse and detailing (4-0)
- Approved COA for new single-family residence at 660 Elm Street (3-1)
- Approved COA for new single-family residence at 55 Maple Street with vegetation condition (4-0)
- Approved April 8, 2026 HPC minutes (4-0)
Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. The primary item is a variance from PBS Aerospace to reduce screening requirements for two new 38-foot exhaust stacks at 1350 Northmeadow Parkway; staff recommends approval with conditions. The second item is a variance for a rear setback at 235 Brook Valley Drive for a screened porch addition. The board will also consider minutes from March 10, 2026.
- ZVAR-0326-000009: PBS Aerospace seeks relief from UDC 10.2.8.D ground-mounted equipment screening for two 38-foot exhaust stacks at 1350 Northmeadow Parkway (IL zoning); staff recommends approval with conditions (screening up to 16 ft, upper 22 ft visible).
- ZVAR-0326-000008: Variance to rear setback at 235 Brook Valley Drive for addition of a screened porch.
- Item 1 was deferred from the April 14, 2026 BZA meeting.
- Meeting may include quorum of Mayor and City Council.
- Approval of March 10, 2026 BZA minutes.
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
The Roswell Committees of Council will consider the draft TSPLOST 3 project list for inclusion in Fulton County's transportation referendum, with a submission deadline of May 31. They will also vote on a resolution to approve the 2026 Annual Action Plan for a $443,594 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) that supports repayment of a Section 108 loan and the Roswell Housing Authority's redevelopment of the Pelfrey Pines Apartments site. Additionally, staff will present the FY2026 first quarter financial management review and the first quarter economic development review.
- Consideration of the TSPLOST 3 project list for Fulton County referendum
- Resolution to approve 2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan and budget amendment of $443,594
- Presentation of FY2026 Q1 Quarterly Management Review
- Presentation of Q1 2026 Economic Development Review
- Approval of minutes from April 28, 2026 committee meeting
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
The Mayor and Council will consider approving a memorandum of understanding with the Georgia Department of Veterans Service and the Georgia Veterans Service Foundation to plan and develop a new veterans home in Roswell at a location to be determined. The consent agenda includes approval of federal and state transportation grants totaling over $1.2 million and stormwater construction contracts. Several first-reading ordinances will be introduced to amend the Unified Development Code regarding accessory uses, parking, and commercial waste collection.
- Approval of MOU with GA Dept of Veterans Service for new veterans home (location TBD)
- Acceptance of $1,221,801.94 in GDOT Local Road Assistance funds for FY 2026 project list
- Task order with Chatfield Contracting for Farm Trace Stormwater Construction up to $380,229.74
- Task order with Utility Asset Management for Holcomb Woods Parkway stormwater pipe lining up to $88,405
- First reading of text amendments to UDC on horse stables, warehouse/distribution uses, and parking lot design
Roswell Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting
The Mayor and Council will vote on a Memorandum of Understanding with the Georgia Department of Veterans Service and the Georgia Veterans Service Foundation to plan, fund, and develop a new state veterans home in Roswell. The agenda also includes approval of stormwater construction contracts, a federal grant application for safe streets, and several zoning and code amendments. Consent agenda items include minutes, a retaining wall approval, and acceptance of $1.22 million in local road assistance funds.
- MOU with Georgia Dept. of Veterans Service for a new veteran's home (location to be determined, $35M minimum funding threshold)
- Task order with Chatfield Contracting for Farm Trace Stormwater Construction Project, not to exceed $380,229.74
- Task order with Utility Asset Management for Holcomb Woods Parkway Stormwater Pipe Lining Project, not to exceed $88,405
- Resolution to submit FY 2026 LRA project list to GDOT and accept $1,221,801.94 in funds
- Approval of a text amendment establishing a Dredging Assistance Policy (Second Reading)
The Roswell Mayor and Council unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Georgia Department of Veterans Service and Georgia Veterans Service Foundation to plan, fund, and develop a new veterans home in the city. They also approved a conditional use permit for a carriage house at 440 Houze Way (4-2) and advanced multiple Unified Development Code amendments on first reading. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including a $1.22 million Local Road Assistance grant from GDOT.
- Approved MOU for new veterans home (6-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for carriage house at 440 Houze Way with 14-tree planting condition (4-2)
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending horse stable regulations (5-1)
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending residential use table (6-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending warehouse/distribution uses (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, retaining wall, FHWA grant, $1.22M LRA funds, stormwater projects (6-0)
- Approved resolution authorizing legal services agreement for AFFF/PFAS litigation (6-0)
- Approved recommendation to go into closed session on May 26 for personnel, litigation, and real estate (6-0)
Roswell Recreation Commission - Work Session
Alcoholic Beverage License Board - Public Hearing
The Alcoholic Beverage License Board will hold a public hearing to consider two new license applications. One is a microbrewery and distillery license for Gate City Brewing Company at 43 Magnolia Street. The other is a limited consumption on premises license for Rasoi Fusion Indian Cuisine at 720 Holcomb Bridge Rd, including Sunday sales.
- Public hearing to consider new alcoholic beverage licenses
- Gate City Brewing Company - microbrewery and distillery license at 43 Magnolia Street
- Rasoi Fusion Indian Cuisine - limited consumption license with Sunday sales at 720 Holcomb Bridge Rd
- Approval of minutes from April 2, 2026 meeting
Design Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Design Review Board will hear two initial applications at its May 5 meeting. The primary item is a proposal from MK Cooper Holdings, LLC to renovate and add 3,240 square feet to create an infant/toddler daycare at 2181 Strickland Road. The second is a new construction application for Fellowship Church at 480 West Crossville Road. The board will also consider approving its April 7, 2026 minutes.
- ZDRB-0126-000001: 2181 Strickland Road – Renovation and 3,240 sq ft addition for infant/toddler daycare (MK Cooper Holdings, LLC).
- ZDRB-0226-000010: 480 West Crossville Road – Fellowship Church new construction (no additional details provided in agenda).
- Approval of April 7, 2026 Design Review Board minutes.
The Roswell Design Review Board unanimously approved two new construction projects, both requiring staff comments to be addressed at the permit stage. The Fellowship Church project at 480 West Crossville Road must also replace its proposed bronze EIFS color with Sto Corp color #16280. The board also approved the minutes from its April 7 meeting before adjourning.
- Approved renovation and new construction at 2181 Strickland Road (unanimous)
- Approved new construction for Fellowship Church at 480 West Crossville Road (unanimous)
- Approved April 7, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
The Roswell Committees of Council will vote on items including a retaining wall for First Baptist Church, pursuing a federal Safe Streets grant for Mimosa Boulevard and Warsaw Road, accepting a $1,221,801.94 GDOT Local Road Assistance grant for road resurfacing, and awarding two stormwater construction contracts totaling $468,634.74.
- Approval of a 12-foot retaining wall at First Baptist Church Roswell (710 Mimosa Blvd)
- Pursuit of a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) implementation grant for traffic calming on Mimosa Blvd and Warsaw Rd
- Resolution to accept $1,221,801.94 in GDOT Local Road Assistance funds for road resurfacing
- Task order with Chatfield Contracting, Inc. for Farm Trace Stormwater Construction not to exceed $380,229.74
- Task order with Utility Asset Management for Holcomb Woods Parkway Stormwater Pipe Lining not to exceed $88,405
The Committees of Council approved moving four items to the Mayor and Council, including a $1.22 million budget amendment for Local Road Assistance funds and contracts for stormwater construction. The committee also approved a resolution to pursue a federal highway safety grant.
- Approved moving retaining wall request to Mayor and Council
- Approved moving federal highway safety grant application to Mayor and Council
- Approved moving Local Road Assistance project list and $1,221,801.94 budget amendment to Mayor and Council
- Approved moving Farm Trace Stormwater construction contract to Mayor and Council
- Approved moving Holcomb Woods Parkway stormwater pipe lining contract to Mayor and Council
- Approved April 14, 2026, committee meeting minutes
- Meeting adjourned at 5:36 PM
- April 28, 2026, meeting minutes approved on May 12, 2026
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
The Roswell Mayor and Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $1.3M insurance contract, a budget amendment for EMS equipment, a zoning retaining wall, and updated sanitation fees. The regular agenda includes an inmate housing agreement with Cherokee County, a dredging assistance policy, a scope of work for the former Independence High School, a parking contract, and an eminent domain resolution for Big Creek Parkway. The meeting also includes a proclamation and road naming.
- Approval of property/casualty insurance renewal with Arthur J. Gallagher for $1,339,397
- Budget amendment of $36,225 for EMS response bags and AEDs with Naloxone
- Resolution to exercise eminent domain for the Big Creek Parkway transportation project
- Naming the new connector road north of Green Street Parking Deck as Kevin Cash Memorial Drive
- Inmate housing agreement with Cherokee County for jail services
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a conditional use permit for a 986 sq ft carriage house at 440 Houze Way. The commission will also consider eight text amendments to the Unified Development Code, including changes to residential parking location, parking lot layout, temporary sign permits, and definitions.
- Conditional Use Permit for a 986 sq ft carriage house at 440 Houze Way
- Text amendment to amend Article 2.2.20 Residential Parking Location
- Text amendment to amend Article 10.1.14 Parking Lot Layout and Design
- Text amendment to amend Article 10.3.22 Temporary Sign Permit Required
- Text amendment to amend Article 14.2 Defined Terms
2045 Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Committee - Regular Meeting
The 2045 Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Committee is meeting to review economic analysis takeaways, preliminary strategies, and actions for the city's long-term growth plan. Members will also preview an upcoming community event and discuss next steps, including an online survey closing May 4th and a third community event on April 30th.
- Economic Analysis Key Takeaways presentation
- Preliminary Strategies and Actions discussion
- Community Event #3 preview on April 30th at City Hall
- Online survey open until May 4th
- Comprehensive Growth Plan Document review
Board of Zoning Appeals - Regular Meeting
The 2045 Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Committee is meeting to review economic analysis takeaways, preliminary strategies and actions, and preview an upcoming community event. The committee is also discussing a comprehensive growth plan document and next steps including an online survey closing May 4th and a third community event on April 30th.
- Economic Analysis Key Takeaways
- Preliminary Strategies and Actions
- Community Event Preview
- Comprehensive Growth Plan Document
- Online survey closes May 4th; Community Event #3 on April 30th
Committees of Council - Regular Meeting
The Roswell Committees of Council will vote on several items including renewing a property, casualty, and management liability insurance contract with Arthur J. Gallagher for $1,339,397, approving a $36,225 budget amendment for EMS response bags and AEDs with Naloxone using opioid settlement funds, and adopting a text amendment for a Dredging Assistance Policy. The council will also consider a resolution to add a "House/Garage Door" service fee to sanitation fees, approve a retaining wall over 6 feet for Fellowship Christian School, and discuss the TSPLOST 3 project list and converting Riverside Park Sprayground to a recirculating water system.
- Renewal of property/casualty/liability insurance with Arthur J. Gallagher for $1,339,397
- Budget amendment of $36,225 for EMS response bag reconfiguration and seven Life Pack 1000 AEDs with Naloxone
- Text amendment to adopt Roswell Dredging Assistance Policy in Code of Ordinances
- Resolution to update Sanitation/Solid Waste Fees to include a 'House/Garage Door' service fee
- Approval of a retaining wall over 6 feet for Fellowship Christian School
Mayor and Council - Regular Meeting
The Mayor and Council will consider a consent agenda that includes a $646,337 task order for Hembree Park design and a $288,699.97 contract for Crabapple Center flooring. The regular agenda features a resolution for recertification in the Georgia Municipal Association Certified City of Ethics program and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Roswell Farmer's Market. Additionally, the Council will recognize a Bicycle Friendly Community award and proclaim Georgia Cities Week.
- Approval of a $646,337 task order to RK&K for Hembree Park design
- Approval of a $288,699.97 contract to Harlequin Flooring for Crabapple Center flooring
- Resolution for recertification in the Georgia Municipal Association Certified City of Ethics program
- Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Roswell Farmer's Market
- Recognition of the Bicycle Friendly Community Bronze-level award from the League of American Bicyclists
The council recognized the city's Bicycle Friendly Community bronze award and proclaimed Georgia Cities Week. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including task orders for Hembree Park design ($646,337) and a contract for Crabapple Center flooring ($288,699.97). The council also approved a resolution for ethics recertification, a memorandum of understanding with the Roswell Farmer's Market, and a closed session for April 27.
- Recognized City of Roswell as Bicycle Friendly Community (bronze, 2025)
- Proclaimed Georgia Cities Week 'Love Your City' (April 20-25, 2026)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous): minutes, Hembree Park design task order ($646,337), Crabapple Center flooring contract ($288,699.97)
- Approved resolution for recertification in GMA Certified City of Ethics (unanimous)
- Approved MOU between City of Roswell and Roswell Farmer's Market (unanimous)
- Approved closed session on April 27, 2026 to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate (unanimous)
Planning Commission - Work Session
The Roswell Planning Commission will discuss several proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code, covering residential parking, parking lot surfaces, temporary signs, horse stables, and use tables. They will also consider a conditional use permit for a carriage house at 440 Houze Way. This is a work session only; no final votes are taken.
- Amend UDC Section 2.2.20 to clarify front-yard parking regulations
- Amend UDC Section 10.1.14 to allow porous pavement and restrict trailer/boat parking on grass
- Amend UDC Section 10.3.22 regarding temporary sign permit requirements
- Amend UDC Section 9.7.12 to regulate non-commercial horse stables
- Consider conditional use permit (CUP) for a carriage house at 440 Houze Way
Planning Commission - Special Called Meeting
The Planning Commission holds a public hearing and considers a text amendment to the Unified Development Code that would clarify and regulate warehouse and distribution uses. The amendment redefines the use, adds use standards, and makes all warehouse and distribution a conditional use in the IX (Industrial Flex) zoning district. Staff recommends approval; the Commission's recommendation will go to the Mayor and Council.
- Text amendment to UDC Section 9.6.6 redefining 'Warehouse and Distribution' and adding use standards, including a 25,000 sq ft size cap in IX district unless accessory to light manufacturing
- Amendment to UDC Section 6.5.2 Use Table to make 'All warehouse and distribution' a conditional use in IX district (currently permitted)
- New requirements: direct vehicular access to a state highway and Type C or D buffers for outdoor loading/storage areas
The Planning Commission special called meeting scheduled for April 10, 2026, was cancelled. Only Chair Kitty Singleton and staff members were present, preventing a quorum.
- Meeting cancelled due to no other Commissioners in attendance
Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing and decide on two applications for 55 Maple Street: demolition of a historic structure and a certificate of appropriateness for a new single-family residence. The commission will also consider a deferral request for the previously deferred partial demolition plan at 1076 Canton Street (Ball House/Founder's Hall) to the June meeting. March 11, 2026 minutes are up for approval.
- ZHPC-0126-000004 – Demolition of a historic structure at 55 Maple Street
- ZHPC-0126-000005 – Certificate of Appropriateness for a new single-family residence at 55 Maple Street
- ZHPC-0126-000003 – Deferral request to June for partial demolition plan changes at 1076 Canton Street (Ball House/Founder's Hall)
Design Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Design Review Board will hold initial public hearings on a proposed 25,840 sq ft Rick Case Hyundai dealership at 11033 Alpharetta Highway and exterior renovations at 891 Mansell Road. A discussion item on the rezoning of Pope & Land Townhomes on Old Roswell Road is also on the agenda. The board will also consider approval of the March 3, 2026 meeting minutes.
- New construction of a 25,840 sq ft car dealership by Rick Case Hyundai at 11033 Alpharetta Highway (initial hearing)
- Exterior renovations at 891 Mansell Road
- Rezoning discussion for Pope & Land Townhomes on Old Roswell Road (RZ 20252326)
- Staff recommends alternative material for side elevations to limit EIFS on the dealership
- Approval of March 3, 2026 Design Review Board minutes
The Design Review Board unanimously approved new construction at 11033 Alpharetta Highway with conditions including screening rooftop equipment and minimum shrub sizes, and also approved exterior renovations at 891 Mansell Road with a façade extension condition. The board offered recommendations for a rezoning discussion on Old Roswell Road, including reducing density and creating central green space. The March 3, 2026 minutes were also approved.
- Approved new construction at 11033 Alpharetta Highway with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved exterior renovations at 891 Mansell Road with conditions (unanimous)
- Made recommendations for rezoning RZ 20252326 (Old Roswell Road townhomes) including reduced density, central green space, and street connections
- Approved March 3, 2026 Design Review Board minutes (unanimous)