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Commissioners approve Salem overlay tier change to allow commercial daycare at 5242 Salem Road
Summary
The board approved a request to change the Salem overlay designation from Tier 1 (residential) to Tier 2 (moderate commercial) at 5242 Salem Road so the owner can pursue rezoning and a conditional-use permit for a commercial daycare; approval passed 4-1 with conditions including fire-inspection, fencing and environmental-health approvals.
The Newton County Board of Commissioners voted 4-1 to approve an overlay-tier change that clears the way for a commercial daycare at 5242 Salem Road.
Gladys Lee, the petitioner and an experienced childcare provider, told the board she has operated in-home childcare for years and cares for medically fragile and special-needs children. Lee and supporters said the property’s five-plus acres and proximity to local schools make it a suitable site for a larger daycare center.
Planner Applewhite told commissioners the parcel is currently in…
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