Commission recommends renewal for home‑based soap and bath‑products business

The Kennesaw Planning Commission recommended approval of a renewal land‑use permit for a home‑based business producing soaps and bath products at 1205 Mountain Spring Drive.

Staff presented agenda item “LU 20 25 0 3,” noting that Mayor and Council originally approved the applicant’s request on May 15, 2023, and that the applicant has operated for two years without complaints from neighboring properties. Staff described the workshop area inside the home and listed materials included in the application packet, such as carrier oils, clays, molds and fragrant oils. Staff recommended approval with conditions mirroring the standard two‑year, nontransferable permit: no clients or employees on site, no visible signage, and permit validity for two years from final approval.

Applicant Miss Anne Morin told commissioners she has been operating for two years and said neighbors typically only notice when a public notice sign is placed. She said sales are made off‑site at pop‑up locations and online. The applicant offered to answer questions from the commission.

Commissioner Van Zandt moved to approve LU 20 25 0 3 with staff conditions and Commissioner Rebecca Patterson seconded. The roll call vote was unanimous (Patterson: Yes; Van Zandt: Yes; Trim: Yes; Chair: Yes). The Planning Commission’s action is a recommendation to Mayor and City Council.

Staff closed with general reminders about training and networking opportunities, and said staff (Rebecca Goldstein or Chanel) will circulate sign‑up information. The commission adjourned following a motion to close the meeting.