Planning commissioners approve two commercial facade updates on Stevens Entry and Peachtree Parkway

The Peachtree City Planning Commission on Oct. 14 approved building-elevation renovations for two commercial properties: Splash And Dash Car Wash at 210 Stevens Entry and a revised design for an outparcel in the Ketron Village shopping center at 1104 North Peachtree Parkway.

For the Splash And Dash car wash, staff described a proposal to cover most brick with Hardy board panels painted a warm gray, paint remaining brick to match, install a graphite metal fascia, and add a stacked-stone knee wall. The applicant also proposed PVC paneling in service bays that staff said would be easier to maintain. Staff concluded the selected materials meet the ordinance’s intent but noted that painting natural brick is discretionary and left approval for the commission.

Commissioners discussed precedents and material durability. One commissioner urged caution about painting historic brick because older masonry can be harmed by paint; others noted modern paint and sealing technologies have reduced that risk. After questions about siding profile and facade composition, the commission approved the elevations for Splash And Dash by a recorded voice vote of 3–1.

The commission also reviewed revisions to a previously approved design for a Ketron Village outparcel proposed by Caliburn Advisors. The applicant said cost concerns led them to retain the existing entrances and substitute painted brick (Sherwin Williams Eider White) with black accent trim rather than the original structural and stone features. Commissioners expressed general approval of the revised, lower-cost appearance and approved the elevations by voice vote (3–1).

Both approvals include the commission’s guidance on materials and a reminder that local design rules and any future Unified Development Ordinance updates may change review standards.