Woodstock Planning Commission reviews 2 story residence proposal on Mill Road

The City Council of Woodstock, Georgia, held a Planning Commission meeting on July 10, 2025, addressing several key issues, including the approval of previous meeting minutes and a public hearing on a proposed residential development.

The meeting began with a reminder for attendees to silence their phones and a brief overview of the planning commission process. All commissioners were present except for Commissioner Lewinquist. The commission emphasized the importance of public comments, encouraging respectful dialogue during discussions on land use and zoning cases.

The first order of business was the approval of the minutes from the June meeting, which passed unanimously after a motion by Commissioner Laney and a second by Commissioner Smith.

The primary focus of the meeting was a public hearing regarding a variance for a property located at 107 Road, a 1.35-acre parcel in the downtown central business district. The applicants proposed to construct a two-story, 7,000 square foot single-family residence on the site, which was previously home to a historic structure built in the early 1900s. Unfortunately, the original house could not be preserved and was demolished due to its deteriorating condition.

City staff noted that changes in recycling and updates to city ordinances affected the approval process for the new construction. The commission reviewed the plans submitted by the applicants, setting the stage for further discussion and public input on the project.

As the meeting progressed, the commission encouraged community members to participate in the public comment section, highlighting the importance of community engagement in the planning process. The meeting concluded with a commitment to consider all feedback before making a final decision on the proposed development.