Zoning board allows two Chick‑fil‑A wall signs, denies one after debate over vegetation and temporary signs

The Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of South Fulton on Sept. 18 approved variances allowing two wall signs (labeled C and F) for the Chick‑fil‑A at 5395 Thompson Road and denied a third sign (D), in case V‑25‑007.

The decision followed presentations from the restaurant’s local owner and a corporate representative and a staff report that had recommended approval for sign C but denial for signs D and F. Board member Miss Patterson moved to approve signs C and F; the motion passed and sign D was denied.

The applicant, Brooke Smith, who identified herself as “the local owner and operator of Chick‑fil‑A South Fulton Parkway,” told the board the additional signs would improve wayfinding from Highway 92 and Thompson Road. “By improving the guest experience, this would allow us to improve the overall business, which 40% of our team members right now are the youth in the city of South Fulton,” Smith said, describing local hires…