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Planning commission backs 'Woods Golf & Social' putting course in West Homewood
Summary
The commission voted 7–0 to forward a development plan for The Woods Golf & Social at 504 Scott Street (an outdoor 18‑hole putting course with a clubhouse); residents raised concerns about noise, hours and tree removal while the applicant pledged compliance with noise rules and proposed underground detention for runoff.
The Homewood Planning Commission unanimously recommended that City Council consider 'The Woods Golf & Social', an outdoor putting‑course concept and small clubhouse at 504 Scott Street in West Homewood.
Applicant Owen Ferguson described an 18‑hole outdoor putting course, a clubhouse with concessions and a bar, and an entertainment lawn with a large TV wall for events. Ferguson asked to be allowed to operate until midnight on Friday and Saturday nights but repeatedly said the business would comply with the city's noise ordinance and would not run live DJs late into the night.
During public comment residents asked how speakers/TV orientation and late hours would affect nearby homes. Josh Alford said the advertised 12:00 a.m. closing hour raised concerns about TVs and speakers facing the neighborhood. The applicant responded that sound will be kept inside the property as much as possible, that quiet hours at 10:00 p.m. will be respected and that pricing and memberships are planned to make the venue accessible; Ferguson said a day pass would be $25 for adults and $18 for children under 13, with memberships and discounts available.
Kirk Eaton of Gonzales Strength and Associates said the plan includes an underground detention system and water‑quality unit to meet City of Homewood standards. Commissioners confirmed the application included a plan figure removing 22 trees; they asked for final landscape and tree surveys as the project moves forward. The commission voted 7–0 to forward the case with a favorable recommendation.
