Decatur council approves gasoline sales at Hwy 51 convenience store with 8‑foot masonry buffer

May 11, 2026

After hearing neighbor concerns about noise, light and truck maneuverability, Decatur council approved a specific-use permit allowing gasoline sales at a proposed Highway 51 convenience store, requiring an 8‑foot masonry buffer along the shared property line.

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The Decatur City Council on May 11 approved a specific‑use permit authorizing gasoline sales at a proposed convenience store on a 0.55‑acre tract along Highway 51, adding a condition that the developer install an 8‑foot masonry buffer along the rear property line.

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