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Upson County commissioners deny appeal of planning commission's rejection of proposed veterinary clinic on Fire Tower Road
Summary
After a lengthy public hearing with dozens of residents testifying for and against a proposed large/small-animal veterinary clinic, the board found the planning commission followed the county ordinance and voted to deny the applicant's variance appeal; a related special-exception route was dismissed as moot.
The Upson County Board of Commissioners on Feb. 10 denied an appeal of the planning commission's decision that refused a variance for a proposed veterinary clinic on Fire Tower Road, concluding the planning commission applied the county ordinance correctly.
The hearing drew more than 40 public commenters. Supporters said the county lacks adequate large-animal veterinary care, urging commissioners to overturn the denial so farmers and pet owners could access emergency and routine services closer to home. "This decision overlooks strong community support and risks eroding the trust voters place in…
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