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Commissioners deny rezoning for 270-unit ‘Bennett’ mixed-use proposal after staff, applicant presentations
Summary
The Henry County Board of Commissioners denied rezoning case RZ21-38, a proposed mixed-use project called the Bennett that would have added up to 270 apartment units and 10,200 square feet of commercial frontage on Highway 2081. Commissioners cited concerns about community value and information; staff had recommended MU zoning with conditions.
The Henry County Board of Commissioners voted Nov. 4 to deny rezoning case RZ21-38, a proposed mixed-use development called the Bennett that would have allowed up to 270 apartment units with commercial frontage along Highway 2081.
Planning staff described the 21.379-acre site north of Highway 2081 at International Avenue as split-zoned and said the new comprehensive plan adopted in October 2023 designates the property as urban residential. Staff recommended approval of an MU (mixed-use) zoning with conditions, including a minimum clubhouse size, prohibited uses along the commercial frontage (no gas stations, tattoo or…
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