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Council asks Hillstar developer to revise density, amenities and stormwater plans
Summary
Council reviewed a preliminary plat proposing 116 cottage units on 21 acres off Bass Cross Road and asked the developer to return with revisions addressing density, livability, stormwater, infrastructure and safety; the item was to be tabled at the Regular Meeting.
At the Hogansville work session on Jan. 20 councilors reviewed a preliminary plat for Hillstar Cottages, a proposal by Chisel Mill Design and Build LLC for 116 detached 2–3 story cottage units on about 21 acres off Bass Cross Road. Staff and council members said the proposed cottage‑court configuration and the overall scale of the courts exceeded typical cottage‑court norms, raising concerns about livability and maintenance.
Council members and staff highlighted stormwater management, long‑term infrastructure needs, safety, and the adequacy of amenities within the proposed courts. The record shows council favored retaining a larger, centralized amenity area rather than dispersing many small onsite amenities. Because of these outstanding concerns, council agreed to table the item at the Regular Meeting and asked the developer to return with revised plans addressing amenities, density, stormwater design, infrastructure commitments, and safety measures.
Next steps: the developer is expected to submit revised plans that respond to the listed concerns before the council takes final action. The work session minutes do not record a formal vote but indicate direction to defer final approval until outstanding issues are resolved.
