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Neighbors cite safety, licensing concerns as Newton County denies 'Outdoor Escape' agritourism overlay
Summary
After neighbors raised concerns about unpermitted activity, traffic, noise and public‑safety risks, the Newton County Board of Commissioners voted to deny an overlay request that would have allowed an agritourism special events facility at 620 Riverfield Lane.
Newton County commissioners on Feb. 3 denied a request to change an Almond Overlay tier and allow an agritourism special events facility called 'Outdoor Escape' at 620 Riverfield Lane following extensive public comment from neighbors who described unpermitted operations, trespassing and safety risks.
Staff presented OTC25‑0002, a petition to move 100.58 acres from Almond Overlay Tier 1 (residential) to Tier 2 (nonresidential mixed‑use) so the property could operate as a membership‑based agro‑tourism and special events facility offering ATV tours, guided walks and retreats. Staff described prior code…
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