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Commissioners deny conditional use permit for proposed special‑events facility on Highway 36 after neighbors raise noise and access concerns
Summary
The board voted to deny CUP24-000014 for a special‑events and agritourism facility proposed at 13793 Highway 36, citing resident concerns about proximity, noise, security, alcohol, and changes to an agricultural residential area.
The Newton County Board of Commissioners denied a conditional use permit (CUP24-000014) on April 1 for a proposed special-events facility and agritourism operations at 13793 Highway 36.
Planning staff summarized the application: a 36.05-acre parcel with existing farmhouse and barns, proposed to host private gatherings, farm‑to‑table and agritourism activities, and educational programs. Staff explained the applicable standards for special events (section 510-595) and recommended conditions including occupancy limits set by the fire marshal, required inspections, limits on outdoor…
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