Covington plans annexation and industrial rezoning for 213 acres near Lake Varner

The Newton County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on May 6, 2025, where significant discussions centered on a proposed annexation and rezoning of land adjacent to Lake Varner.

The proposal involves the annexation of 18 tracts of land located along City Pond Road and Gregory Pond Road. The annexation area is marked in dark red on the presented maps, while the existing city limits of Covington are shown in a lighter purple color.

In conjunction with the annexation, there is an application to rezone approximately 213 acres of the property to the city's M-2 industrial zoning classification. This area is highlighted in a lighter shade on the maps provided during the meeting.

The discussions around this proposal are crucial as they could impact local development and land use in the region. The Board will continue to evaluate the implications of the annexation and rezoning in future meetings.