Commission backs rezoning and variance for High Point mixed-use project at 2615 South Main; commissioners advance package to mayor and council

The Kennesaw Planning and Zoning Commission on March 5 recommended approval of a rezoning and approved a concurrent variance for a proposed High Point mixed-use development at 2615 South Main Street.

Staff described the rezoning request as a change from light industrial to Central Business District (CBD) to allow a mixed-use project combining multifamily housing and retail. The applicant, High Point Acquisition LLC, proposes a development with roughly 300 apartment units, a parking deck and a minimum of 5,000 square feet of commercial floor area. Staff said the comprehensive plan designates the site as a downtown activity center and recommended approval with conditions.

Parks Huff, attorney for the applicant, said the proposal joins two parcels (an auto impound/towing lot zoned light industrial and a mobile home park already zoned CBD) to create a single mixed-use development. Developer Elliot Van Dyke, High Point Development, reviewed Phase 1 across the street (the Lacey) and described existing elements the applicant has delivered: townhomes, approximately 318 apartment…