In a recent government meeting, the city of Athens held two public hearings addressing significant zoning matters. The first hearing focused on the zoning approval for Brett Case Incorporated, which operates under the name Terra Novus. The company is seeking to sell alcohol at its new location on US Highway 31, Suite J. The hearing was met with enthusiasm from the community, as no objections were raised, leading to a swift closure of the discussion.

The second public hearing proposed an ordinance to rezone approximately 38 acres of land located south of Huntsville Browns Ferry Road and east of US Highway 31 South. This area is set to transition from a Conventional Planned Unit Development (CPUD) to a B2 General Business District. This change aims to facilitate further commercial development within the corporate limits of Athens.

Both hearings reflect the city's ongoing efforts to adapt its zoning regulations to meet community needs and promote local business growth.