Walker County Planning Commission Meeting May 15, 2025 6:00 P.M. GEORET Walker County Civic Center AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR APRIL 17, 2025 MEETING IV. MOTION TO OPEN PUBLIC HEARING: V. NEW BUSINESS: A. REZONE: 1. Garfield Dickson: Requests a rezone from C-1 (Commercial) to R-1 (Residential) for property located at 154 Chattanooga Valley Road Flintstone, GA. 30725. Tax map & parcel number 0-079-028. 2. Wanda Darlene Myers: Requests aj partial rezone from R-2 (Residential) to C-1 (Commercial) for property located at 705 Park City Road Rossville, GA. 30741. Tax map & parcel number 0-191-093. B. CONDITIONAL USE VARIANCE: 1. Jaxen Abbasi: Requests a conditional use variance to operate a dog kennel/boarding business out of her residence located at 609 Holly Drive Rossville, GA. 30741. Tax map & parcel number 0-190-048. VI. MOTION TO CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING: VII. MOTION TO GO INTO NEW BUSINESS: A. Garfield Dickson B. Wanda Darlene Myers C. Jaxen Abbasi VIII: ADJOURNMENT: MOUN N RM Wanda Darlene Myers Garfield Dickson Walker County Roads WALKER COUNTY, GEORGIA Jaxen Abbasi CALE IMMLES B AMAD a i - 1 AMETTE b 5 5 y s/ 1 5 Walker County Planning Commission Minutes GEORGT April 17, 2025 Walker County Civic Center 6:00 PM ATTENDEES: Planning Commission Members Walker County Planning Staff Cindy Askew Jon Pursley, Planning Director Randy Pittman Kristy Parker, Planning Commission Secretary Will Ingram John Morehouse Stan Porter Jon Hentz I. CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Pittman called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. II. ROLL CALL: III. ELECTION OF NEW VICE CHAIRPERSON: Chairman Pittman stated that since he had been appointed the new Chairman that the Board would need to elect ai new Vice Chairperson. Chairman Pittman made a motion to elect Cindy Askew for the 2025 Vice Chairperson. John Morehouse seconded the motion for Cindy Askew as the new Vice Chairwoman. The vote was unanimous. The motion carried. IV. READING & APPROVAL OF MARCH 20, 2025 MEETING MINUTES: Chairman Pittman asked if there was a motion to approve the March 20th minutes. Will Ingram made a motion to approve the minutes as is. Stan Porter seconded the motion to approve. The vote to approve was unanimous. Motion to approve carried. V. MOTION TO OPEN THE PUBLICI HEARING: Chairman Pittman asked ifthere was a motion to open the public hearing. John Morehouse made a motion to open the public hearing. Will Ingram seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous. The motion to open the public hearing carried. VI. PUBLIC HEARING: New Business: 1.Walker County Development Authority: Chairman Pittman stated that the Development Authority was requesting two rezones that were beside each other SO we would hear both at the same time. He asked if someone was present to represent these rezones. Stephanie Watkins with the Walker County Development Authority came forward and stated that they were requesting these rezones from the current zone to industrial to expand the existing Industrial Park. Jon Pursley stated that ify you look at the current comprehensive plan the area does show future industrial use. Chairman Pittman asked when the Development Authority purchased these properties and Ms. Watkins stated in October 2022. Cindy Askew asked if there was a reason for the expansion. Ms. Watkins said that when they bought the property the intent was to expand the current park, and they have had some interest from different companies for the site. Jon Hentz asked what type ofindustrial interest they had. Ms. Watkins said it has just been different ones. Will Ingram asked how large the first tract was. Ms. Watkins stated that both tract combined would be one hundred acres. Will Ingram asked if they plan on putting up some type of buffers and Ms. Watkins said they would be looking at adding buffers. Cindy Askew asked if there was consideration of using the property as agricultural until something was built and Ms. Watkins said yes that someone currently cuts it for hay. Ms. Askew asked about where the entrance would be, and Ms. Watkins said that the main entrance was coming off at Hwy 27. Ms. Askew said there would not be access off Glass Road and Ms. Watkins said not for industrial trucks. Chairman Pittman had the list of names that signed up to speak and called Diane Hudson up. Ms. Hudson came forward and stated that she lives on Glass Road and is not in favor of this rezone because she thinks it will have a negative impact on the area. She was concerned about the setbacks and buffers. She also wanted to know what the plans were for noise and light pollution. Ms. Hudson was also concerned about the hazardous material that some plants could have along with traffic and the number of railcars that Audia currently has. James Spurgeon came forward and stated that he bought his property for the view and does not want to look at an industrial plant. He also had concerns about the well and ground water and the fact that there is already a noise nuisance coming from Audia. Linda Owens came forward and spoke next and her concerns were also about the noise, water and toxic chemicals that might come with new plants. Olivia White came forward and stated that the way their property sits that there would be no way to have a buffer SO that they would not see any new plants. Jeremy White came up and stated that he bought his property because it was in a good location for his physical and mental health due to his military background. He stated that due to the noise from when the reenactment that took place on the industrial property he had to leave his house and that they have filed noise complaints on Audia regarding their noise. He spoke on his concerns also about the noise, lights and odor from the current plant. Jon Pursley talked about how there would be guidelines that would have to be met and that any hazardous plants would have to meet special guidelines from the state and would monitor any water issues. Lori Johnson asked if she could speak because she came in a little late and did not sign the form. She stated that she too was concerned about the lights and noise and that they were already not using all the land that was zoned industrial now SO why rezone more. Jon Hentz asked ifthe City ofLaFayette Mayor Andy Arnold who is part of the Development Authority could give her an explanation on her question about rezoning more property. Mr. Arnold stated that they have many businesses that reach out to them for specific information and thatj tjust because there is nothing there now does not mean that they are not working with businesses to locate in the old part of the park along with the new part. 2. Robert and Carlene Pruett: Chairman Pittman stated that they were asking for rezones for three parcels side by side SO the Board would hear all these at one time. Chairman Pittman asked ifthere was anyone present for the Pruett's. Nathan Neal came forward and stated that he is looking at purchasing the property from the Pruett' S ifthe rezone passes and building residential structures. Stan Porter asked ifit would be rentals and Mr. Neal said it would be multi-family structures. Cindy Askew brought up the drainage area through the property and Mr. Neal stated that was one reason they were buying all three parcels SO there would be more room. Jon Hentz stated that he feels like the rezone would be good, but he would like to see a vertical plan. He said that after the rezone there is no one that reviews any type of vertical plans. Jon Pursley stated that the Planning Office does the inspections and makes sure it meets the current codes, but the County does not have a say in what a structure looks like. Mr. Hentz said he has aj problem with that. Mr. Pursley stated that right now the Overlay District was the only area in the County that has guidelines on what the structure looks like. VII: MOTIONTO CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING: Chairman Pittman asked if there was a motion to close the public hearing. John Morehouse made a motion to close the public hearing. Will Ingram seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous. The motion to close the public hearing carried. VIII: MOTION TO OPEN NEW BUSINESS: Chairman Pittman asked if there was a motion to open the new business. Stan Porter made a motion to open new business. Cindy Askew seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous. The motion to open new business carried. IX: NEW BUSINESS: 1. Walker County Development Authority: Chairman Pittman asked if there was a motion. Cindy Askew made a motion to deny due to the way the land lays and the fact that the existing industrial park is already not being utilized. Jon Hentz seconded the motion to deny. The vote was unanimous. The motion to deny carried. 2. Robert & Carlene Pruett: Chairman Pittman asked if there was a motion on these rezones. Stan Porter made a motion to approve. John Morehouse seconded the motion to approve. Will Ingram abstained from the vote. The vote was unanimous. The motion to approve carried. XIV: ADJOURNMENT: Chairman Pittman asked if there was a motion to adjorn. Stan Porter made a motion to adjorn. Will Ingram seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous. Motion to adjoin carried. Date Submitted: Planning Commission Chairman Date Submitted: Planning Commission Secretary Date Submitted: Planning Commission Director WALKER COUNTY Owner: Garfield Dickson PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT AGENDA ITEM Petitioner: same Location of 154 Chattanooga Valley Road Property: Flintstone, GA. 30725 Tax map & parcel number 0-079-028 PC Meeting Date: 5/15/2025 Present Zoning: C-1 (Commercial) APPLICANT'S INTENT: Requesting a rezone from C-1 (Commercial) to R-1 (Residential). The business closed down and wants property residential. DETAILS OF REQUEST: The Comprehensive Plan shows Greenspace/Consenvation Area and would meet the future land use better than currently zoned. Projected Area: A - - 004B 0079 28 F3 Walker County Planning Office Rezone, Conditional Use Varlance & Variance Application ARezone jconditional Use Variance Variance Current Zoning: Requested Change: CI RI Map & Parce! Date: Fee: 0-01 79-088 75,00 Applicant/Owner & Phone: GapfeldDickey 4234036503 Street Name E Number: 54 hatpeagaVAlyRl Mailing Address:. Sae City, State, Zip Code:, Elivtstowe GA 30025 Request: Rezowe ho R-/ PLANNINGI COMMISSIONLI RECOMAEADATION APPROVED, AS SUBMITTED APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS TABLED DENIAL BOARD OE COMIEISSIONERSI FINALI DECISION: APPROVED. AS SUBMITTED APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS TABLED DENIAL The following diclosure is required cf the applirant(s) by Section $8-67A of OC.G.A. The follawing 5 for disclosare purposes only and does nat disqualify the petiton. Within the pase two have you made either campaign contributions totaling $250.00 or mare and/er given gtts having valued i $250.00 ce mone to a localy goverment official whoy will ber responsible for making 1 recommenlatigne or decisiono an the application? YES a NO N1 Ifs VES, then on a separat: page, please furmish the fellowing information; A) The pame cf the local goemment oticials) to whom cash contribution or gift was mada. a) Tbe bRal dollar amoant(s) of each carmpaign made by the applscanc to pach Bocal official duringt th: 7woy years immediately precading the Filing of the application. ) An enumeration. and description af esch git having value of $250.00 ar mare made by the applicant to each local soverament ofictal within they past two yeors. Signature of Applicent/Owmer: cauko i Deban 3-29-25 APPLICANTOWNER DATE Zoning Map: E Future Land Use Map: CEN Ro / Roads Railroads Lakes & Ponds Crossroad Community Highways Rivers & Streams City Limits Character Arzas Adivity Center Downtowr.Mived Use Historic Mill Redevelopment Area Residentiall Redevelopment. Area Adivity. Destinationl District Estate Residential Industrial Rural Residential Agriculture, / Forestry Fairyland Proper LookoutMourtair Neighborkood Sckool Airport Gateway Coridor MilVillage Towit Center County Suburban Greenspace / Conservation.Arat Missionary Ridge Residential Traditional Neighborhood Downtown Business District Historic Downtown Mixed Use 2022-2032 Walker County. Joint Comprehensive Plan Grenspace/Consenvation: Chickamauga, LaFayette, and Walker County Description: These are undeveloped or sparsely developed lands more suitable for environmental protections, e.g. scenic views, steep siopes where development unsustoindble.fooplan, wetlands, and wildlife management areas. Example locations within Walker County are Crockford-Pigeon Mountain Wildlife Management Areas, Johns Mountain Wildlife Management Ared, Lula Land Trust, and. Zahnd Wildlife Figure 49. Old Mineral Springs Road Management Area. Suggested Development Strategy: 1. Promote passive-use tourism and recreational activities, e.g. hiking, biking, hunting, and fishing. 2. Invest in infrastructure that promotes recreational activities in hiking, biking, hunting, and fishing. 3. When appropriate, apply for and promote the purchasing of conservation easements. 4. Public investments in new park creation. 5. Public investments in park maintenance. Land uses: nytraltboConeraten Key Word Objectives: Recreational activities, Open space preservation, Regional cooperation, private investments, Park creation, Park maintenance CONSIDERATION OF ZONING CRITERIA 1. Existing land uses and zoning of nearby property: The zoning of the nearby property is currently zoned R-1 (Residential) & C-1 (Commercial) 2. Suitability ofthe subject property for the zone purposed: Yes 3. Extent to which property values of the subject property are diminished by the particular zoning restrictions: None 4. Extent to which the destruction of property values of the subject property promotes the health, safety, morals or general welfare of the public: None that we know of. 5. Relative gain to the public as compared to the hardship imposed upon the individual property owner: You would be allowed to have a residence on the property. 6. Whether the subject property has reasonable economic use as currently zoned: Yes 7. The length oftime the property has been vacant as zoned considered in the context of land development in the vicinity of the property: The tax records show the property has been owned by Mr. Garfield since August 1979 (as far back as the records show). 8. Whether the proposed zoning will be a use that is suitable in view of the use and development of adjacent and nearby property: It would be. 9. Whether the proposed zoning will adversely affect the existing use or usability of adjacent or nearby property: It would not. 10. Whether the zoning proposal is in conformity with the policies and intent of the Comprehensive Plan: The Future Land Use Map shows green space/conseryation. 11. Whether the zoning proposal will result in a use which will or could cause an excessive or burdensome use of existing streets, transportation facilities, utilities, or schools. It would not. 12. Whether there are other existing or changing conditions affecting the use and development ofthe property which give supporting grounds for either approval or disapproval of the zoning proposal: Rezoning the property would come closer to meeting the future comprehensive plan than currently zoned. WALKER COUNTY Owner: Wanda Darlene Myers PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT AGENDA ITEM Petitioner: same Location of 705 Park City Road Property: Rossville, GA. 30741 Tax map & parcel number 0-191-093 PC Meeting Date: 5/15/2025 Present Zoning: R-2 (Residential) APPLICANT'S INTENT: Requesting a partial rezone from R-2 to C-1 for the section that sits at the corner of Hwy 2, Park City Road and Taylor Street in order to build a convenience store. DETAILS OF REQUEST: The Comprehensive Plan shows Country Suburban which allows for commercial use but discourages franchise or corporate architecture designs. Projected Area: 22 * 48 - @ 10191 123120 a % 0191 032 CEn 79 200 2y 0190 093 a 802 & 9 9 % e : 5 d/ de 090 125 5 5 5 9 BTA 623 HWY2 190 010 A 31822 1 152 6 a M 0191 191 082 739 3 6 I Walker County Planning Office Rezong,Conditional Use Variance & Variance Application a'Razene jConditional Use Varianca Varionce Current Zoning: Requested Change: R-2 e-1 Map & Parcal Dabe: Fee: D- 191-093 4-16-25 s3co.ca Applicant/owner & Phone:, Mande Dlear hhvers hw3).41-53e4 Street Name 6x Number:, nes Bark at Aoacl Mailing Address:, 70s Pak G Roscl City, State, Zip Coder, Rassvile, GA 30741 Recuest: Pil Pezondg df parcel ( fewch,y Hww? + Parkcity R& PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: APPROVED, AS SUBMITTED APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS TABLED DENIAL BOARD OE COATKISSIONERSI FIMAL DECISION: C APPROVED AS: SUBMITTED s APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS TABLED L DENIAL The following disclasure is ruquired oft the applicantfs) by Sectlon 36-67A c OC.GA. The following Is for disclosure purposes only and does not disqualify the paticlon. Wickin the past two years, have yoa made elther camprign contributions totaling $250.00 or more and/ar given gias havingy value di $250.00 or more tos al local governmento cificlal yho winll ber responsible for L mahing a rcommendatiza ord deciston on the applicativa? YES 0 NO a if VES, then on a: separate page, please furnish the following information; A) The name att the local suvernment official(s) tos whom cash contribution 3 ur giit wI5 mada. B) The total doller amount(s) of eack campaign made by the applicant 1o rach local ofiicial during the bwo years immadiately prsoading the flingo of the application. ALt enumeration: and description of each gin having value of $250.00 or more made by the applicant (o soch: local government cthctal wihin the past tau years. Signature of Applicant/Owner: PUBLIO Sy 6 Mamba à hYyus 4:5-25 COUNT - APPLICANT/OWNER DATE ISS NETVI Zoning Map: 69 * 4 A Future Land Use Map: Roads Railroads Lakes & Ponds Crossroad Community Higkways Rivers & Streams City. Limits Character. Arzas Adivity Center Downtawn Mixed Use HistoricMill Redevelopment. Area ReilatalRadadlpmon: Area Adivity Destinationi District Estate Residential Industrial Rural Residential Agricuiture, / Forestry Fairyland Proper Lookout! Mountain Neighborkood School Airport Gateway Coridor MilVillage Town Center CountySuburhan Greenspane, / Conservation. Araz Missionary Ridge Residential TradhinmalNeghowrhol Downtown Business District Historic Downtown Mixed Use 2022-2032 Walker County. Joint Comprehensive Plan County Suburban: Walker County Description: Location of predominotely Post- WWI residential single family housing within subdivided parcels of large amounts of open space. County suburban housing is often found in proximity ofpublic water. These locations are choracterized by low pedestrion mobility, little or no transit, a high amount of open. space, and a high to moderate degree of residential Figure 52. Residential development in the Mountain building separation. Smaller retail View area estoblishments may be found in these locations also. Public institutional uses may be found at these jocations in the form offire departments, public school, recreational facilities, and ect. Suggested Development Strategy: 1. Provide only limited planned expansion of water and sewer infrastructure so to control the rate of growth. 2. Wherever possible, connect to regional network of greenspace and trails made available to pedestrians, bicyclists, and other non-vehicular means of transportation. 3. Encourage compatible architecture styles that maintain the desired, local character, and do not include "franchise" or "corporate" architecture. 4. Discourage tourist-based industries 5. Permit conservation subdivisions, accessory housing units, and well-designed multifamily residencestoi increase neighborhood density versus tradtionalsuburban. development 6. Add traffic calming improvements, sidewalks, street trees, and increased street interconnection to improve walkability and slow traffic within existing neighborhood. Land uses: Single family residential Commercial nyicass/Comsnaten Publi/Institutional Key Word Objectives: Post- WWII housing, Subdivision, Building separation, Limited commerciai, Public Water, Open space, Recreation, Conservation, Troditional neighborhood, Sense of place, Alternative multimodal transportation, regional identity, Heritage Preservation, Infill development, Open space preservation, Environmental protection CONSIDERATION OF ZONING CRITERIA 1. Existing land uses and zoning of nearby property: The zoning of the nearby property is currently zoned R-2 (Residential), & C-1 (Commercial) 2. Suitability of the subject property for the zone purpose: Yes 3. Extent to which property values of the subject property are diminished by the particular zoning restrictions: None 4. Extent to which the destruction of property values of the subject property promotes the health, safety, morals or general welfare of the public: None that we know of. 5. Relative gain to the public as compared to the hardship imposed upon the individual property owner: Would allow for more commercial business. 6. Whether the subject property has reasonable economic use as currently zoned: Yes 7. The length oftime the property has been vacant as zoned considered in the context of land development in the vicinity of the property: She has owned this property since December 1999. 8. Whether the proposed zoning will be a use that is suitable in view of the use and development of adjacent and nearby property: There is commercial property across Park City Road. 9. Whether the proposed zoning will adversely affect the existing use or usability of adjacent or nearby property: It would cause more traffic. 10. Whether the zoning proposal is in conformity with the policies and intent of the Comprehensive Plan: The Future Land Use Map shows country suburban. 11. Whether the zoning proposal will result in a use which will or could cause an excessive or burdensome use of existing streets, transportation facilities, utilities, or schools. It would cause more traffic. 12. Whether there are other existing or changing conditions affecting the use and development of the property which give supporting grounds for either approval or disapproval of the zoning proposal: This would allow for more commercial use. WALKER COUNTY Owner: Jaxen Abbasi PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT AGENDA ITEM Petitioner: same Location of 609 Holly Drive Property: Rossville, GA. 30741 Tax map & parcel number 0-190-048 PC Meeting Date: 5/15/2025 Present Zoning: R-2 (Residential) APPLICANT'S INTENT: Requesting a conditional use variance to operate a dog kennelboarding out of her residence which is zoned R-2 DETAILS OF REQUEST: The Comprehensive Plan shows Country Suburban which allows for commercial use, but it does not meet the kennel regulation requirements. Projected Area: 190 013 01 90 026 622 47 3 8 3 8 a w 8 8 629 627 25 618 601 V a 025 o a 3 5 3 3 3 p CORBLEYRD 8 8 8 8 8 GRERCO 8 8 DR 28 626 524: 608 60033 3 0 a 8 8 003 079 0190 0429V 0190 046 08 . 8 6 617 - 615 613 C0190 0487 12 a5 20 6 609 3 0190 043 f 0 601 C 3 906 6035 a 612 610 06) HOLLYDR 0190 0541 0190 078 0190 055G 0190 055D 820 20) 0190 055E 8 0190 E 5 8 BATTLEE 220 ELUFFOR Ta Walker County Planning Office Rezone, Conditional Use Varfance & Variance Application Rezone dconditional Use Variance Variance Current Zoning: Requested Change: B.2 conditiongl Vsc to allou small-scale in -hone clogpoarding Map & Parcel Date; Fee: 0-190 - 05 45 4- 1D-2 2025 150.0) Applicant/Owner & Phone: Jaxen Abbasi 435-612-0252 Street Name & Number:, 609 Holly Orive Mailing Address: City, State, Zip Code:, Rossvilk, GA 30741 Request: 1 am yequesting to house U0 to 10 dogs at a me through in hoie boarding $ my senior resues.Mensures will b2 taken to ensuye yo negative effect on 42 neighporhoad, per PLANNING CMEEBONEONNEDATON ircluged jel Her, APPROVED AS SUBMITTED APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS TADLED DENIAL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FINAL DECISION: APPROVED. A5 SUBMITTED APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS TABLED DENIAL The disclasure fullowing disclosure is required of the applicant(s) by: Section 36-67A af 0.C.G.A. The fcloaing is for purpases anly and does noto dinquallfy the petition. Within the past two years, have you made either campalgn centributions totaling $250.00 or more and/or gven gis havingy value of $250.00 or more to: a local government official: who will be responsible for makinga a recommeadation: or decision an the application?VES a NOI E JE VES, then on a please furnish the; follawingi information; sepurate page, A) The name of the local guvemment officlal(s) to whom cash contribution ur gift was made. B) 7he tosai dollar amount(s) of rach campaign made by the: applicant to cach lecal ctficial the twoy years immediately precading the Filling oft the applicstion. duringt Ans enumeracion and descriptian at each tift having value of $250.00 or more made by the applicant to gacl: local; goverment ofncial within the past twD years. Signature of Applicant/Owner: 4-10-25 APPLICANT/OWNER DATE To Whom It May Concern, am writing to formally request a conditional use variance to operate a small-scale, in-home dog boarding business at 609 Holly Drive, Rossville. My business model is built on responsible, compassionate pet care while ensuring minimal impact on my neighbors and the surrounding community. As a single mother, this business is not only something I am passionate about, but it is also how I can support myself and my two-year-old daughter. have worked hard to build an outstanding reputation for my business and look forward to the opportunity to continue to provide my services in the Georgia/Tennessee area. I have been operating very successfully in another residential area for over two years without a single complaint. My previous location was inspected by the Georgia Department of Agriculture and passed with flying colors, with no negative repercussions to the neighborhood. The proposed new location is under 0.5 miles from several other businesses. Additionally, no exterior indicators of a business existing will be displayed. My business is designed to be low-impact, and I am committed to maintaining a peaceful environment. My proposal includes the following key points to address any potential concerns: Limited Capacity: I will never exceed 10 dogs at any given time, including both my personal senior sanctuary dogs (who spend the majority of their day sleeping indoors due to their age) and up to 5 boarders at a time. Noise Control: Dogs will be housed indoors overnight, and outdoor time will be strictly supervised to prevent excessive barking or other nuisance behaviors. Any dog that is prone to persistent noise issues will not be accepted in my program. Traffic control: AlI boarding drop-offs and pick-ups are by appointment only. Customers wil be able to park in my driveway, eliminating any negative effects on traffic or parking in the neighborhood. Cleanliness & Hygiene: The play yard will be cleaned daily, guaranteeing there are no odors or unsanitary conditions. Waste disposal will be handied responsibly and in accordance with all regulations. Professional Experience: I am Fear Free Certified and have over eight years of experience as a professional dog trainer and boarder. All dogs are well-managed and comfortable in my care. Proven Track Record: My business has received numerous five-star reviews from satisfied clients who appreciate my professional, ethica!, and responsible approach to pet care. Community & Safety Commitment: My property will be securely fenced, and all dogs will be monitored at all times. There will be no off-leash roaming, and I will personally make sure that my operations do not negatively impact traffic, noise levels, or the general character of the neighborhood. Compliance & Transparency: I am willing to comply with all local regulations, undergo periodic inspections, and implement any reasonable conditions set forth by the board to maintain a positive relationship with the community. am confident that my business will not only adhere to the highest standards of pet care but will also enhance the community by providing a much-needed service for responsible pet owners. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to discuss this request in person and address any concerns you may have. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to your response and hope to work collaboratively to ensure this endeavor benefits everyone involved. Sincerely, Jaxen Abbasi Zoning Map: 34 5 16. (300) 93 a CORBLE 6Y ROAD (300) a 363 551 FOLLY ROAD 9 a o Sec. 22-154. Animal care facilities (animal hospitals, veterinary clinics, kennels or other animal boarding facilities). (a) The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them int this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Kennel means any premises at which 5 or more canines or felines, 4 months old or older, are kept either permanently or temporarily for1 the purpose of sale, care, breeding, or training. Kennels may be private or commercial. Livestock includes cattle, horses, goats, sheep, swine, poultry, ducks, geese, and other fowl; and rabbits, minks, foxes and other fur- or hide-bearing animals customarily bred or raised in captivity, whether owned or kept for pleasure, utility or sale. Veterinary means a hospital or clinic providing medical care and treatment for animals. (1) Large onimal veterinary means a place where horses, cattle, sheep, or other animals normally kept in agricultural settings are given medical or surgical treatment and the boarding of animals in limited to short-term care. (2) Small animo! veterinary means a place where dogs, cats, birds, or other animals normally kept as household pets are given medical or surgical treatment and the boarding of animals is limited to short- term care. (b) Animal hospitals and veterinary clinics are permissible ini the A-1 and C-1z zoning districts, subject to the site design standards for1 the districts and the supplemental standards of this section. (c) Animal hospitals and veterinary clinics shall be permissible in freestanding buildings only. (d) Design standards for an animal hospital or veterinary clinic are shown in the following table: Table 22-154.1. Standards for an Animal Hospital or Veterinary Clinic Development Features Stondard Minimum land area 5a acres in A-1, if housing animals Animals allowed Domestic pets, farm animals, and livestock; wild animals are prohibited Minimum building setback from all property lines Abut residential--100: feet which abut a residential zoning district and non- Abut non-residential-75 feet residential: zoning district. Minimum outdoor run setback from all property lines 4001 feet Outdoor runs Grounds shall be maintained in a sanitary condition at all times with solid surface areas having drains connected to an approved sanitary facility. Odor and pest control required Hours of operation Limited to 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Buffer requirements 50-foot buffer plus a fence or wall on any residentially zoned property line Boarding Sound proofing required (e) Keeping of canines or felines, whether as pets for personal enjoyment, breeding, or boarding shall be considered a kennel when there are 6 or more adult canines or felines on a property- (1) A kennel without an outdoor run is permissible ini the A-1, R-A, C-1, and CN zoning districts subject to the site design standards oft the zoning district and the supplemental standards of this section. (2) AI kennel with an outdoor run is permissible in the A-1 zoning districts subject to the site design standards of the zoning district and the supplemental standards of this section. (3) AH kennel shall comply with the nuisance requirements pertaining to animal control as set forth in this Code. (4) Al kennel must meet all State requirements that are applicable to the size of operation proposed. (5) AI kennel shall meet the design standards set forth in the following table: Table 22-154.2. Standards for Kennels Development Feotures Stondard Animals allowed Canines or felines Minimum lot size for a kennel with an outdoor run 53 acres Minimum building setback from all property lines 2001 feet which abut a residential zoning district Minimum outdoor run setback, includes fencing, from 400 feet all property lines which abut a rural or residential zoning district Outdoor runs Grounds shall be maintained in a sanitary condition at all times with solid surface areas having drains connected to an approved sanitary facility Odors and pests related to the operation of a kennel Odor and pest control required Hours of operation Limited to 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Buffer requirements 50-foot buffer plus a fence or wall on any residentially zoned property line Boarding Sound proofing required Future Land Use Map: D - Roads Railroads Lakes & Ponds Crossroad Community Highways Rivers & Streams City Limits Character Areas Activity Center Downtown! Mixed Use HistoricMill RedevelopmentArea ReilatialRadaalepment: Area Adtivity. Destination! District Estate. Residential Industrial Rural Residential Agricuiture, /1 Forestry Fairyland Proper Lookout! Mountain Neghborkood Sckool Airport Gateway Corridor Mill Village Towi Center Couty Suburban Greenspaae / Conservation, Araz Missionary Ridge Residential Traditm'Naghlwrhoal Downtown Business District Historic Downtown Mixed Use 2022-2032 WalkerCountyJoint Comprehensive Plan County Suburban: Walker County Description: Location of predominotely Post- WWI residential single family housing within subdivided parcels of large amounts of open space. County suburban housing is oftenf found inj proximityofpubic water. These locations are characterized by low pedestrion mobility, littie or no transit, a high amount of open space, and a high to moderate degree of residential building separation. Smaller retail Figure 52. Residential development in the Mountain View area estoblishments may be found in these locations also. Public institutional uses may be found at these locations in the form offire departments, public school, recreational, facilities, and ect. Suggested Development Strategy: 1. Provide only limited planned expansion of water and sewer infrastructure so to control the rate of growth. 2. Wherever possible, connect to regional network of greenspace and trails made available to pedestrians, bicyclists, and other non-vehicular means of transportation. 3. Encourage compatible architecture styles that maintain the desired, local character, and do not include "franchise" or "corporate" architecture. 4. Discourage tourist-based industries 5. Permit conservation subdivisions, accessory housing units, and well-designed multifamily residences to increase neighborhood density versus traditional suburban development 6. Add traffic calming improvements, sidewalks, street trees, and increased street interconnection to improve walkability and slow traffic within existing neighborhood. Land uses: Single family residential Commercial ngRicais/Comsnaten Publir/Institutional Key Word Objectives: Post- WWII housing, Subdivision, Building separation, Limited commercial, Public Water, Open space, Recreation, Conservation, Traditional neighborhood, Sense of place, Alternative multimodal transportation, regional identity, Heritage Preservation, Infill development, Open space preservation, Environmental protection CONSIDERATION OF ZONING CRITERIA 1. Existing land uses and zoning of nearby property: The zoning of the nearby property is currently zoned R-2 (Residential), & R-3 (Residential) 2. Suitability of the subject property for the zone purpose: Yes 3. Extent to which property values of the subject property are diminished by the particular zoning restrictions: None 4. Extent to which the destruction of property values of the subject property promotes the health, safety, morals or general welfare of the public: None that we know of. 5. Relative gain to the public as compared to the hardship imposed upon the individual property owner: 6. Whether the subject property has reasonable economic use as currently zoned: Yes 7. The length of time the property has been vacant as zoned considered in the context of land development in the vicinity of the property: She just purchased this property in April 2025. 8. Whether the proposed zoning will be a use that is suitable in view of the use and development of adjacent and nearby property: Zoning will remain the same. 9. Whether the proposed zoning will adversely affect the existing use or usability of adjacent or nearby property: Unknown. 10. Whether the zoning proposal is in conformity with the policies and intent of the Comprehensive Plan: The Future Land Use Map shows country suburban. 11. Whether the zoning proposal will result in a use which will or could cause an excessive or burdensome use of existing streets, transportation facilities, utilities, or schools. It would not. 12. Whether there are other existing or changing conditions affecting the use and development ofthe property which give supporting grounds for either approval or disapproval of the zoning proposal: Would recommend working with animal control on guidelines and regulations if approved.