Peachtree Corners council denies special-use permit for tattoo studio at Medlock Bridge Road

The council denied a special-use permit for a proposed tattoo studio, Diamond Tattoo Studio, at 3435 Medlock Bridge Road, Suite 205.

Community Development Director Mr. Adams summarized the application: the tenant would occupy Suite 205 in a multi-tenant retail building in a C-2 zone and would be required to obtain state and county health approvals and a city business license before operating. Adams noted that the applicant conducted a community meeting and that no residents attended; the applicant also met with nearby business owners. Planning commission members recommended denial; staff recommended approval subject to conditions including required state and local licenses.

The applicant (speaking through a translator) described years of experience, attendance at professional workshops and seminars, and an intent to operate a professional, health-compliant studio rather than informal, in-home tattooing. Several councilmembers and at least one member of the public expressed concern about the studio's proximity to Norcross High School and the character of the Medlock Bridge corridor. Councilmember Douglas moved to deny the SUP; Councilman Sawyer seconded and the motion carried by council vote.

The meeting record includes a council reminder that, even if a SUP were approved, state law updated in 2023 requires establishment-level and individual licensing and health certifications that must be satisfied before a business license would be issued.

Provenance: Topic intro: transcript 00:35:16 (staff presentation of the tattoo studio SUP)

Topic finish: transcript 00:56:32 (motion to deny and vote recorded)