Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Monday, September 14, 2026

The Pickens Planning Commission reviewed multiple rezoning requests, including applications for a highway business development, residential splits, and a rural business artisan farm stand.

About this meeting

Government Body
Planning Commission
Meeting Type
Planning Commission
Location
Pickens County, GA
Meeting Date
September 14, 2026

Transcript

122 sections

0:00Speaker 3

Shubh Sandhya to all of you. Will you stand up for the prayer and the vow of Nishnaya?

0:06 – 0:21Speaker 5

I have already done it. Dear Surgi Pitta, we thank you for this day. We thank you for bringing us together in this evening. We pray to you that while discussing every zoning problem, we get your knowledge, guidance and blessings. We pray in your name.

0:28Speaker 3

I am a member of the United States of America.

0:30 – 0:47Speaker 2

I stand in support of the United States of America. I stand in support of the United States of America. I stand in support of the United States of America. I stand in support of the United States of America. I stand in support of the United States of America.

0:47Speaker 3

I stand in support of the United States of America.

0:48Speaker 2

I stand in support of the United States of America. I stand in support of the United States of America. I stand in support of the United States of America.

0:59Speaker 3

Is there any discussion on this?

1:03Speaker 2

Who is on his side? We don't have any old or new work.

1:10Speaker 3

There are four re-zones.

1:13 – 2:33Speaker 2

The first re-zone is RZ 91 Gore 8. He is John Stewart. I don't need to talk to you about any of this. You can start from the beginning. I, A. Tadhwara, present this video recording of my file and the IOC's plan, which includes the testimonies of all the witnesses. And not only this, but I also make a part of the official record, so that this information remains available for the board of commissioners. All the developments will have to be followed by all the necessary codes so that it can be ensured that all the voices should be heard on the property. The safety rules have to be followed to protect the health and well-being of the nearby residents. The first application in front of you is submitted in the form of RJ-199-2208. Big South Real Estate Holdings LLC is the applicant. The property is located at 734 Harmony School Road. The Avedak is to be re-owned in the Sinajmar business of Kanarod Village.

2:34Speaker 3

This Bukhand is about 3.5 acres.

2:37 – 2:56Speaker 2

And the parcel has been identified as 053A Apple 086. The Avedak's intention is to make a three-storey building and the present Avas is to be converted into this dhan. You can see the map of the site here.

2:58Speaker 3

You can see that this is Dhamani Wadindji Galyariya.

3:01 – 3:38Speaker 2

And this is a part of Upnagariya Infill Galyariya, which has been presented in the development of Vyapa. And this is Sabbatti's aerial view. Again, Charitra Shahitra Upnagariya Awasiya is here. And here is the staff report. Report. Avedac Big South Real Estate Holdings LLC is developing a re-zoning of about 3 kms. On Harmony School Road, 1734, there is a land of 29 acres which has been identified as parcel 0 pin A85. It has to be converted from RR to RV.

3:40Speaker 3

This is Sampatti Highway.

3:42 – 5:53Speaker 2

It is located inside the 15 corridor. And this area is marked by established business status, existing HD zoning and nearby business activities. Although there is an RR zone on the right side of the site, but in the east, in the west and in the southwest, there is a business use and zoning that supports the proposed changes in highway-oriented business. The proposed re-zoning property is being used for the benefit of the residents of Sudhara. In which the current single-family voice will be changed to the office space. Use of auxiliary structures for construction and development purposes and removal of the existing mobile home is included. The proposed use of service and the nature of the office is not expected to be a major burden on these modern facilities. As per the development of the future, parking, storm control, utilities, fire protection, and support the needs of Lagu County for the development of the relationship. The staff believes that the development patterns and the development of the surrounding areas and the development of the surrounding areas and the development of the surrounding areas and the development of the surrounding areas and the development of the surrounding areas HB or Highway Business Zoning Bargikaran Site's producer will provide appropriate services, will support business activities within a set corridor, and will sit in harmony with the development character of the area. Staff advises to provide buffering to ensure equality with nearby residential properties. And according to our code, this will actually be Buffer type 2. which is a 30-foot buffer, where the property RR or Gramid Awasiya Zone is set. On the basis of these decisions, the Staff Gramid Awasiya offers a permit with the condition of re-zoning in a highway business, in which according to the Pickett's County Code of Ordinance 67342, it is included to provide and maintain two buffers, where the property Gramid Awasiya Zone is set.

6:02 – 6:22Speaker 3

No question. Thank you. What's up in the corner? Is Tina Okona here? Is someone from Big South Real Estate Holdings here? There's no one there.

6:22 – 6:44Speaker 2

Do we have any options? I think we should put it in next month. Let's keep it here. Let it come before the sit-down. So that... Until the next sit-down... What do you think?

6:47Speaker 3

What do you think?

6:52Speaker 2

I don't know. Let's leave it here.

6:54 – 7:11Speaker 3

We'll move on to the next item. which belongs to Arjat and Rajat Goel. Yes, this is the next Avedan, Avedak Paap option.

7:11 – 7:34Speaker 2

This property belongs to the 1402 Industry Pounder. Anuradh will convert it from a agricultural area to a rural area. The property is of 4 acres, but this Anuradh is also of 4 acres out of 66 acres of land. This parcel is also known as 05401.

7:34Speaker 3

Avedak intends to make two plots.

7:38 – 7:58Speaker 2

One for the family and one for sale. This is the map of the place. In front of this, I think it's Henderson Mountain and that's Skyler. Yeah. And cut off road.

7:59Speaker 3

There are three ways to reach here in Vastu.

8:02 – 8:25Speaker 2

But this is from the Anurodh Cut-Off Road. You can also see the airport from here. Okay, according to our expansion plan, the area of this site is Avasiya. The special property is once again located inside the highway.

8:27Speaker 3

515 corridor.

8:28Speaker 2

One such area which is established. I have taken the wrong one. Just one second. I am sorry.

8:35Speaker 3

Just one second.

8:36 – 10:32Speaker 2

Come inside. This neighborhood is about 60 acres. Although it is in the main Bukhand-Achi zone, but from Achi to Arar, the existing rezoning village Avasia-Vikas pattern is a targeted expansion, as you will see with the cut-off road. Avedak has proposed a two-acre plot of approximately two acres, which will maintain a low-density development pattern, and there is no hope of any negative impact on the use of nearby properties. The proposed project is suggested to be changed from AG to RR in the administrative zone of Taftift County, Johnstown. And with this RR zoning on many banks of the Sifarish area, with the appropriate low-intensity sound development pattern established, with the production of more than two plots of the RR along with the production of more than two plots of the RR along with the production of more than two plots of the RR along with the production of more than two plots of the RR along with the production of more than two plots of the RR along with And the right to basic food is based on keeping the part which will remain in the form of the AG zone. And these are the same things that have reached the staff to this recommendation. Thank you.

10:32 – 10:51Speaker 3

What is Harrison here? Please come in. I didn't go around it. Oh, you know your name better than me.

10:51Speaker 4

Kim Harrison, 741 Banks Drive, Cumming, Georgia.

10:53Speaker 3

You don't own this property, do you?

10:56Speaker 6

So, what's in the middle?

11:03Speaker 3

A beautiful 2-acre lake. What's this? A lot of lakes.

11:09 – 11:34Speaker 1

To be honest, if you look at the map, it's a bit... This property is strange. It looks like a small triangle. Yes, I mean that the earth is cut from the top and then it really touches it. First I didn't think that this is its part and then you have a big piece. So this is a lake. Say one block. One block. One block.

11:34 – 11:49Speaker 4

I mean that this is very far. But we bought the property. Our family has been the owner of this property.

11:49Speaker 3

So do you want to add something to Charles's story? No, I don't think so.

11:58Speaker 1

I think it makes sense because they have already built a house there. Before letting them go, a small question for you all.

12:14Speaker 3

Is there any hope before 8 o'clock? This is from before.

12:17Speaker 2

What's his name?

12:18Speaker 5

Yes, he has already done it.

12:23Speaker 3

Yes, he has already done it. And he won't give you permission till then. Forgive me, I have to remember his name.

12:45Speaker 3

And no questions.

12:49Speaker 2

I mean, I have two people who have shown interest in talking about this.

13:00Speaker 3

Ben Begwell. Do you have anything to say?

13:04Speaker 7

No, I just came to see what's going on.

13:06 – 13:34Speaker 3

Whatever is going on with you is easy. And Mr. Flowers. Do you have anything to add after opening it? Anyone else? The discussion is on.

13:34Speaker 2

Do I have a request? I am happy to accept your recommendation. We have a request.

13:38 – 13:57Speaker 3

What is the purpose of this? Next is the church. No tip. Those who are on the left, please turn right.

13:57Speaker 2

This is the Ayutthaya.

14:00Speaker 3

Do you understand that I am saying this because Ayutthaya is here. So that you can earn a lot of money. I will see you later.

14:10Speaker 2

Thank you. Okay, we will stop that sound.

14:15Speaker 3

We are RZN2.

14:16 – 14:33Speaker 2

We will start a new survey on water. Yes, this is Aglavedan RZ. It gives an example of 1912. Zachary Petty. This is the place. Chabadis.

14:35Speaker 2

Church Road. It has been converted from agricultural to rural to urban.

14:40Speaker 3

This is Bhukan. It is 5.2 acres.

14:45 – 17:01Speaker 2

The identity of the parcel is 06882S. It has been made in the form of a zero pass. Its objective is to create a permanent property. Here you can see the location of the property on Formide Church Road. This is the land of the property. A piece of land comes in the area of the crossroads community. The staff believes that the property should be of its own size, kept away from local and neighbouring properties, and used in the future. Due to being illegal, RR is used for zoning. The aim of Avidak is not social development, but to keep the land safe for the use of the future of their children, which is historically related to their family farm. The staff also says that by changing the zoning, it will have a negative impact on the prices of the neighboring properties. Or roads, schools, services, or other county facilities, such as public schools, will not have a positive impact on public schools. Any future development will be dependent on the needs of county development, environmental, health, and climate development. We have been able to find a solution for the development of our Emerald County. This crossroads community comes under the Marble Hill area. This area strengthens the agricultural development of the rural areas of Kamgharat, Awasiya Vikas, 4 Mile Church Road and the Marble Hill community's historical identification. In total, the staff of Kashi Sekh Ramin Awasiya requests for the approval of zoning changes. This recommendation is in accordance with the needs of the surrounding communities. It is based on the support of the Avedak family plans by maintaining continuity and the rural form of the area for the development of rural areas. Any questions? Thank you, Mr. B. Please come forward. Please come forward. I drink tea to win an early trade.

17:04Speaker 3

What do you want to add to what Charles said?

17:07Speaker 2

No, I don't think I said anything. I just bought the land that was out of the family. My sister bought some plot-based land a long time ago.

17:15 – 17:43Speaker 3

It's separated from our farmland. That's why I'm arranging it. I have three sons, so I don't want to have a fight with them about their future. So that they can come and build their own house. I don't have a name to talk about this. I want to sign it.

17:47Speaker 3

Do we have a proposal? To the staff.

17:51Speaker 2

We have a proposal.

17:53Speaker 3

Do we have a proposal? Any discussion further?

18:09Speaker 2

Please raise your right hand on behalf of the guests. We move on to our last topic.

18:15Speaker 3

RZ191-233. Yes, this is the RZ191-233.

18:34 – 23:43Speaker 2

Heli. If this is a Heli, then please forgive me if I am mispronouncing it. Heli Bochi. Bochi. Plus Bochi. Heli Bochi. The property is located on 878 Fairview Road. This is to change the zone in rural farming from unrooted to rural farming. This is about an acre of corn. It has also been identified as a parcel number zero. And the purpose of this is to make an artisan stand. This is the place of property. And you can see the airport. You will notice that this is a different area. Which is behind the rest track and that retail strip. To give you an idea of where it is. This area is called Upnagar. The property is about one acre, as I said earlier. There are mainly rural areas and some agricultural zoning around. Despite passing Highway 515, the property is in a rural area of Fairview Road where there is no significant business activity. Usually, by bringing in business zoning in the Awaasiya area, concerns can arise about the future of the area. However, the new rural business zoning, which is comparable to the traditional business zoning, allows for a limited and appropriate level of business activity. Avedak offers a small-scale artisan farm stand and a bakery, which will only be run by the owner of the property. Looking at the limited scale and running conditions, the staff believes that farming is suitable for the surrounding environment. Avedar has proved the necessity of zoning reform so that a small business can run that cannot run under the current zoning. According to the Pecans County Court, according to Article 67.72, the purpose of rural agricultural zoning is to support rural areas in a sustainable way. To maintain a rural environment, to protect natural resources, and to reduce adverse effects on the rural neighbourhood. Sampatti is located in the Upnagar area and is very close to the highway 515 commercial corridor. As mentioned earlier, although the area around Sampatti is mainly rural, it is not expected to change in its deep commercial development. The proposed RV-RB zoning limits give the opportunity to organize business activities without the need for the change of the existing business, which can be due to highway business or neighborhood commercial such as second zoning. In this regard, it creates a good balance between the need for small business opportunities and the protection of the established Avasi character. Staff Piggans County's official zoning proposal in Manchitra, suggests that the development be approved with the help of the government, so that zoning can be changed from rural Awasiya to rural Garhsai for the development of the latest artisan, farm stand and bakery. This recommendation is presented with the aim of reducing the impact of rural businesses with limited and low-impact nature in Zonin district. It is based on the commitment to the protection of rural character and the safety of neighbouring properties. Or conditions have been given for the implementation. 1. Artisan farm stand and bakery will be built by the owner on a daily basis, in which there will be no outdoor workers related to natural operation. 2. Natural roof will be of a delicate level according to the proposed structure, which will be less than 32 feet.

23:46Speaker 2

There will be no permission to allow customers to sit, sit on chairs, or sit in public areas related to this business.

23:56Speaker 2

No business construction, heavy machinery, loading dock, or regular heavy truck delivery will be associated with this use.

24:04Speaker 2

All customer parking will be arranged on the site. There will be no permission for any customer parking related to the business on the public road of Fairview Road.

24:15Speaker 3

and 6 properties.

24:16Speaker 2

The property will be made in the form of a residential estate and the business will be run in such a way that the impact on the surrounding residential properties will be minimal. I have a question.

24:26 – 24:39Speaker 3

Thomas, this is the first time, right? I think so. So, if I am wrong, you are right. Is this the first property?

24:39Speaker 2

Is this on our list? What happened to him? He wants to break up.

24:45Speaker 3

He was there for business.

24:48Speaker 2

Yes, he was there for business. The one who was there a few months ago.

24:51Speaker 5

He was there a few months ago, right? That's why I don't remember.

24:54 – 25:11Speaker 2

Yes, a few months ago. This will be the second time he will be here for business. I have to go now. What Gucci? Forgive me.

25:11Speaker 3

Is this Gucci?

25:12Speaker 7

This is Gucci. Gucci?

25:14Speaker 3

Yes. Please tell me the address. Name and address?

25:20Speaker 7

Keli Gucci, 8777 Berry Road. Okay.

25:22Speaker 3

So tell us about all the things that you are going to bake.

25:26Speaker 7

Anyway, the original intention was to start a cottage bakery. And I have always been baking.

25:33 – 26:19Speaker 6

So did you say that people have a bunk here? And I wanted to do the work of Kutir Kanun or Kutir Bakery. They changed the law last year. That's why I joined it. When I came to get my business license, I was talking to them about the form stands seen on the roads. And they told me. So I have been working since January. But whatever orders I get, I have to get them from somewhere. You know, or their house or whatever. So, the whole purpose was that I have a small building and they can come and take the luggage from the porch. This is how it all started.

26:19Speaker 3

It's been about a year now. So how do you promote yourself?

26:25 – 26:36Speaker 7

Social media. I am very active in the community, so I listen to people. I have another website in the city, Jungle Deliveries, which I run with another person.

26:38Speaker 5

We are also telling people through it.

26:44Speaker 3

I didn't want to give you a bribe, otherwise I wouldn't have given you anything.

26:49Speaker 7

So do you live on this property?

26:50Speaker 2

I have been there for 20 years.

27:08Speaker 1

And that's why this is not for you. A bakery is not a bakery to grow vegetables or to grow boxes.

27:14Speaker 7

I am not a vegetable grower.

27:16Speaker 6

I don't feel like growing things.

27:18 – 27:53Speaker 7

I don't have anything to grow. I have lovely neighbours who bring me blackberries, blueberries and all sorts of things. So I use them to make jam and jelly, but not vegetables. The boxes I grow are only for me and my family. What farm stand is this? A bakery or something? I think it's easier to call it a form stand than a bakery. Do you have a parking space? I don't have a parking space. I don't want to build a parking lot. There's still space there. If I want, I can build 15 cars there. It's quite a vast area, so I don't need to build a parking space. Just a moment.

28:05Speaker 3

How many people do you expect to come at a time?

28:06Speaker 6

You know, we might even get in line for a mile. But the reality is that there will only be one or two jobs.

28:13Speaker 3

I don't expect anything to grow.

28:16Speaker 6

If I reach that state, I will open a bakery in the city.

28:20Speaker 3

I don't want to grow so much.

28:21Speaker 6

That's why I don't want to retire. I just want to make a living for my retirement. Any other question?

28:43 – 28:56Speaker 3

Do I have anything to say in opposition to him? So this is the second one. John. This is a good question.

28:56Speaker 7

The first one was in downtown. So you guys didn't see it. Okay.

29:02Speaker 3

This is the second one.

29:04Speaker 7

But this is the first one. Okay.

29:10Speaker 2

I was having trouble remembering.

29:11Speaker 4

I was just thinking about the last meeting.

29:17 – 29:49Speaker 3

So, the issues there are not different from the ones we are discussing here. But should we take a step forward by bringing a proposal? Okay, do I have a proposal? A proposal to approve the staff recommendation.

29:49 – 30:03Speaker 2

We have a staff recommendation. A proposal to approve the recommendation. What is the sound of this? Is there any other suggestion?

30:03 – 30:26Speaker 3

Those who are on the side of the government, Shubh Kaam Naya. Let's see. Charles. Tiffany. But no Tiffany, Charles. No Tiffany.

30:26Speaker 2

We are still in the process. Not for two days, not much time.

30:30Speaker 3

Is there any Sarjani Tiffany? I think there aren't many left.

30:40Speaker 2

And we will have a meeting with you in the next video, so that you can come here.

30:45Speaker 3

You are all too busy to come here. Do I have a meeting with you at this time? What is written on the wall?

30:52Speaker 1

There are birds.

30:53Speaker 3

What is written on the wall? What are you going to say?

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