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Commissioners approve conditional‑use permit for Whitmire women's home after public support
Summary
After a public hearing featuring neighbors and staff, the Stephens County Board of Commissioners approved a conditional‑use permit to allow Kathy Whitmire to operate a women's home on a residential parcel, with a recorded vote of 3–1.
The Stephens County Board of Commissioners approved a conditional‑use permit for a proposed women's home at 2197 North Hicks Road (parcel 023122), granting the request after a public hearing that included neighbors and project staff.
The planning commission had recommended approval as requested. At the public hearing, applicant Kathy Whitmire and supporters described renovations and the property's prior use; neighbors and a manager who will live on site spoke in favor. Jim Turner, a nearby resident, said the renovated property "looks better than it has in the 18 years that we've lived out there" and expressed support. Erin Meadows, identified as the manager of the renovations, said she plans to live on site and described the home as providing a supportive community for women.
Under new business the board made a motion to approve the conditional use request and the chair announced the motion passed by a 3–1 vote. Staff was directed to issue the permit paperwork and file the permit with county records.
