Cobb County public meetings in 2024

Special Called Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a discussion on HB 581 during this special called meeting. No other agenda items are listed.

• Discussion of HB 581

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners met with municipal officials to discuss House Bill 581, a state property tax measure. The meeting included a presentation by Chief Appraiser Stephen White and Q&A with Dante Handel of ACCG. No official action was taken by the board.

• No official action taken by the Board

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a zoning hearing on December 17, 2024. It will consider consent‑agenda rezoning requests, temporary land‑use permits, and other business items. Key items include a rezoning for an event center, a storage facility, and several permit and frontage adjustments.

• Z‑67: Rezoning MSC Naples, LLC from PSC to CRC for an event center at 2745 Sandy Plains Road
• Z‑69: Rezoning EDM Holdings, LLC from GC to NRC for a climate‑controlled storage facility at 4939 Canton Road
• LUP‑42: Temporary land‑use permit for a group home (six patients) at 2432 Powder Springs Road
• OB‑75: Site‑plan approval for Hammocks at East Cobb Propco, LLC at 1551 Johnson Ferry Road
• OB‑76: Reduce minimum public road frontage from 75 ft to 24 ft for Timothy Hagan at 3901 Adams Place

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing eight zoning and land-use items, including rezoning for an event center, a self-storage facility, and a soccer academy, plus several temporary land-use permits. The board also denied three temporary permits that would have allowed more vehicles than code permits, with conditions for compliance. Several other cases were withdrawn without prejudice or continued to future hearings.

• Approved consent agenda with 8 items (5-0)
• Approved Z-67 event center rezoning at 2745 Sandy Plains Rd (5-0)
• Approved Z-69 self-storage rezoning at 4939 Canton Rd (5-0)
• Approved Z-65 soccer academy rezoning at 560 Lions Club Dr (5-0)
• Denied LUP-35 vehicle permit at 4312 Alison Jane Dr (5-0)
• Denied LUP-36 vehicle permit at 2309 Spear Point Trl (5-0)
• Denied LUP-40 vehicle permit at 2677 Bob Bettis Rd (3-2)
• Approved LUP-41 dog training permit at 5480 Burdette Rd (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will consider held and continued variance cases (V-129 through V-148) and new business variance cases (V-149 through V-159) for properties in Districts 1‑4. The hearings are scheduled for 1:30 p.m. in the Board of Commissioners’ Meeting Room at the Cobb County Building, 100 Cherokee Street, Marietta. Property descriptions are available for public inspection at the Zoning Division office, 1150 Powder Springs Street, Marietta.

• V-129-2024 – variance request for 979 Brickleberry Lane (District 2)
• V-130-2024 – variance request for 4540 Bishop Lake Road (District 3)
• V-149-2024 – variance request for 4732 Webster Way (District 1)
• V-150-2024 – variance request for 1400 Mitchell Falls Court (District 3)
• V-158-2024 – variance request for 7268, 7266, and 7264 Crestside Drive (District 4)

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a consent agenda of 11 variances and one regular agenda variance, all with conditions, and adopted a resolution setting 2025 hearing dates. One case (V-157) was approved 4-1 after a motion to hold it failed. Three cases were continued to January 15, 2025.

• Approved consent agenda variances V-148, V-149, V-151 through V-156, V-158, V-159 (5-0)
• Approved V-138 (sports court at 3001 Walker Hill Way) with hedge row and lighting conditions (5-0)
• Approved V-157 (storage building at 1004 Mars Hill Road) with conditions, after motion to hold failed 2-3 (4-1)
• Continued V-150 (stream buffer variance) to January 15, 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted 2025 variance hearing schedule (5-0)
• Approved November 13 and December 9, 2024 minutes (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a new schedule of rates, charges, and fees for the Cobb County Water System effective April 1, 2025, including annual increases through 2029. The meeting also includes various infrastructure contracts for roads, parks, and water services.

• Approval of Water System rates and annual increases through January 1, 2029
• Contracts with Glosson Enterprises, LLC for ADA improvements at Cumberland Parkway and Busbee Drive
• Purchase of outdoor wireless technology exceeding $100,000 for Broadband/Wi-Fi expansion
• Contract with Capital Sports Construction, Inc. for synthetic turf at Wallace and Lost Mountain Parks
• Resolution for Student Housing Revenue Bonds for Kennesaw State University Foundation, Inc.

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a new water and wastewater rate schedule effective April 1, 2025, with annual 3.5% increases through 2029. The board also approved a $115M bond resolution for a Kennesaw State University student housing project, several transportation contracts, and a $2.47M contract for synthetic turf fields at two parks. A motion to reallocate $200,000 in the Chairwoman's budget failed on a 2-3 vote.

• Approved water/sewer rate schedule with 3.5% annual increases through 2029 (4-1)
• Approved $115M student housing revenue bond resolution for KSU Bixby project (5-0)
• Approved $2.47M synthetic turf conversion at Wallace and Lost Mountain Parks (5-0)
• Approved $1.24M ADA sidewalk contract on Cumberland Pkwy/Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved $2.17M road contract for Old Stilesboro Rd at County Line Rd (5-0)
• Approved $1M transfer for South Cobb Health Complex (5-0)
• Approved $309K ARPA reallocation for stormwater projects (4-1)
• Failed to reallocate $200K in Chairwoman's budget (2-3)

Special Called Meeting

The Cobb County board will hold a special called meeting on December 5, 2024. The agenda includes welcome remarks, a delegation overview, comments from elected officials, an open discussion period, and a conclusion. No specific resolutions, contracts, or policy items are listed for decision at this meeting.

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a legislative forum with the Cobb Delegation and county officials to discuss the 2025 Legislative Agenda. No official action was taken by the Board; the meeting was informational only.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider budget amendments, approve construction contracts for roads and parks, and hold a public hearing on proposed zoning and administrative code amendments.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to zoning and administrative chapters
• Approve $100,000.00 for consulting firm Master Task Order Contracts
• Approve contract with Excellere Construction for Terrell Mill Road deceleration lane
• Approve contract with Crown Retail Services for Wild Horse Creek Park pavilion
• Approve two-part design/build contract for Fair Oaks Park improvements using SLRF funds

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will review several zoning cases on the consent agenda, including rezoning requests and a deletion. Items include Z-55 (CF to R-12), Z-59 (deletion to NRC), Z-60 (UVC to R-20), and Z-61 (CF to NRC). Many other cases are listed as held, continued, or not heard and will not be acted on at this meeting.

• Z-55: rezoning from CF to R-12 for a single‑family residence at South Cobb Drive & Waldrep Circle
• Z-59: deletion of rezoning request, change to NRC for office/warehouse at Austell Road & Brackett Street
• Z-60: approval of rezoning from UVC to R-20 for a single‑family home on Bells Ferry Road
• Z-61: approval of rezoning from CF to NRC for a professional office at Austell Road
• Numerous other cases are held, continued, or not heard and will not be decided today

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing several requests for variances regarding property setbacks and land use. The meeting includes regular cases, a consent agenda, and cases held from previous hearings.

• V-135: Proposed 1,200-square-foot basketball court at 2476 Octavia Lane
• V-140: Proposed inground pool and decking encroaching on 75-foot impervious buffer at 841 Poplar Springs
• V-141: Proposed 576-square-foot garage at 411 Wild Iris Lane
• V-143: Existing 2,054-square-foot barn and gravel drive at 2095 Acworth Due West Road
• V-144: Existing 1,170-square-foot barn/stable and chicken coop at 3430 Velma Drive

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct public hearings on proposed amendments to multiple county code chapters, including zoning and alcoholic beverages. The body will also consider various transportation contracts, public safety appropriations, and alcoholic beverage license applications.

• Public hearing for consultant services exceeding $100,000 for FY26 Ultraviolet Disinfection Systems Rehabilitation
• Proposed amendments to county code chapters including Zoning, Alcoholic Beverages, and Environment
• Application for Library Digital Connectivity Grant in the amount of $84,911.61
• Contracts for sidewalks on Barnes Mill Road and Ewing Road
• Alcoholic beverage license hearings for Taco Prado, Inc. and Jasdaya Enterprise, LLC

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission will review several rezoning applications and land use permits. The body is also considering a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners regarding November 2024 Code Amendments for Section 134 of the Cobb County Code.

• Recommendation for November 2024 Code Amendments for Section 134 of the Cobb County Code
• Z-60-2024: Rezoning from UVC to R-20 for single-family residential on Bells Ferry Road
• Z-61-2024: Rezoning from CF to NRC for professional and contractor offices at 3065 Austell Road
• LUP-38-2024: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for garden/crafts at 2917 Missy Drive
• OSC-1-2024: Case involving Poston Properties, Inc.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hear a public hearing on the proposed closure and abandonment of a segment of Waterfront Drive in Land Lots 470 and 471. The meeting also includes presentations of a Meals on Wheels donation and a proclamation for Filipino American History Month, and the Board will consider multiple contracts and resolutions covering airport upgrades, grant acceptances, annexation of land, and a civil lawsuit settlement.

• Public hearing on closure and abandonment of a portion of Waterfront Drive (Land Lots 470 and 471)
• Approval of contract with Wolen, LLC for Air Traffic Control Tower Equipment Renovations at Cobb County International Airport – McCollum Field
• Authorization to accept grant funds from the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Technology and Equipment Program
• Approval of annexation notice for 29.887 acres at 5535 and 5525 Elliott Road
• Authorization of settlement for Iyanna Williams v. Cobb County civil action

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to hear a presentation about recommended amendments to the Cobb County Code. No specific actions or votes are listed in the agenda.

• Presentation on recommended amendments to the Cobb County Code

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will review a consent agenda containing several rezoning applications, including O'Dwyer Properties' townhome community (Z‑33), Mills Veterinary Property's veterinary clinic (Z‑53), Cameron LR Development's warehouse (Z‑57), and Artemis Hotel Group's multifamily project (Z‑56). The agenda also lists withdrawn cases and numerous applications that are being held or continued and will not be heard at this meeting. Additionally, a regular zoning case for Fortunella International Company (Z‑52) will be heard.

• Rezoning Z‑33 for O'Dwyer Properties townhome community (NS/R‑20 to RM‑8) on Old Bankhead Highway, Land Lots 1296‑1297, 19th District
• Rezoning Z‑53 for Mills Veterinary Property veterinary clinic (R‑30/TS to NRC) on Cobb Parkway, Land Lots 1‑2, 20th District
• Rezoning Z‑57 for Cameron LR Development warehouse (CS/LI to LI) at Hartman Road and Lake Careca Road, Land Lots 686, 687, 699, 700, 18th District
• Rezoning Z‑56 for Artemis Hotel Group multifamily residential (O&I to RRC) on South Cobb Parkway, Land Lots 949, 978, 979, 17th District
• Regular case Z‑52 for Fortunella International Company (district 3) to be heard

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a series of variance requests on October 9, 2024. Items include setbacks for accessory structures, increases to allowable impervious coverage, and a request to raise a McDonald’s sign height. Staff recommendations are noted for each case, and some items are continued from earlier hearings.

• V-109: Reduce setbacks for an accessory structure at 4490 Keheley Drive.
• V-114: Reduce setbacks for an accessory structure at 3163 Macedonia Road.
• V-122: Increase maximum impervious coverage from 35% to 39.99% at 2770 Carey Woods Court.
• V-124: Reduce setbacks and allow an accessory structure without a principal building at 4110 Brownsville Road.
• V-132: Increase a freestanding sign height from 19 feet to 20 feet at 4819 Lower Roswell Road.

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider a condemnation proceeding for two parcels on Old Stilesboro Road. A public hearing will be held before spending $100,000 or more on engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST transportation projects. The board will also approve several drainage contracts, adopt a temporary moratorium on new student‑housing permits, and allocate capital contingency funds to park projects.

• Public hearing before expending $100,000+ for engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST Transportation Improvements
• Condemnation proceedings for two parcels on Old Stilesboro Road at County Line Road (Project No. B2301)
• Approval of drainage repair contracts on Oakdale Road (D & H Construction) and Lake Somerset Crest (Advanced Road Construction)
• Resolution imposing a temporary moratorium on special land‑use permits for new purpose‑built student housing
• Allocation of FY2024/25 Chair Capital Contingency to the 2022 SPLOST PARKS Program for the District 4 Indoor Track and Veterans Memorial Project

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Planning Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes rezoning and temporary land‑use permit items. It will vote on a rezoning request by Mills Veterinary Property, LLC to change land from R‑30 and TS to NRC for a veterinary clinic at 4483 North Cobb Parkway. The agenda also contains a rezoning request by Artemis Hotel Group for a multifamily residential project at 3200 South Cobb Parkway and renewals of temporary land‑use permits for a landscape business, a pet dealer, and a daycare facility at various locations.

• Z-53: Mills Veterinary Property, LLC rezoning from R‑30/TS to NRC for a clinic at 4483 North Cobb Parkway
• Z-56: Artemis Hotel Group rezoning from O&I to RRC for a multifamily residential project at 3200 South Cobb Parkway
• LUP-29: Grechell Chavarria temporary land‑use permit renewal for a landscape business at 1487 Milford Church Road
• LUP-32: Dathan Johnson temporary land‑use permit renewal for a pet dealer at 3319 Shadyside Road
• LUP-33: World of Faith Family Worship Center temporary land‑use permit renewal for a daycare at 7680 The Bluffs

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider a series of items, including the authorization of FY25 capital procurement exceeding $100,000, adoption of budget amendments, and approval of various contracts and grant awards. They will also adopt resolutions related to the County Review Team’s authority and approve several infrastructure and public safety agreements. The meeting includes proclamations, public comment, and a reappointment announcement.

• Authorize procurement of FY25 capital items exceeding $100,000.00 (Item 15)
• Adopt resolution adopting all budget amendments (Item 33)
• Approve Business Investment Grants for Crystal’s Salon Service, A Better Today Bookstore, and Eryn AI (Items 28‑30)
• Approve contract with North Georgia Concrete, Inc. for 2024 Countywide Bridge Repair/Rehabilitation (Item 37)
• Approve Project Framework Agreement with Georgia Department of Transportation for Cobb Parkway Pedestrian Bridge – North (Item 41)

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to present the findings and recommendations of the Countywide Disparity Study. No decisions are listed; the agenda item is a presentation only.

• Presentation of Countywide Disparity Study findings and recommendations

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners held a work session to receive a presentation from Griffin & Strong, PC on the Countywide Disparity Study. The study found statistically significant underutilization of minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) in county contracting and recommended various program changes. No official action was taken by the Board.

• Received disparity study presentation; no action taken

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several rezoning requests, including proposals for student housing, senior living, and an urgent care clinic. The meeting also includes a consent agenda of various zoning and operational cases and a list of withdrawn or continued items.

• Z-43(2024): Proposed purpose-built student housing at 500 Chastain Center Boulevard
• Z-35(2024): Proposed senior living with a maximum of 66 units on Powder Springs Road
• Z-48(2024): Proposed urgent care clinic at 1550 Kennesaw Due West Road NW
• Z-32(2024): Proposed retail and warehouse rezoning at 4925 Canton Road
• Z-46(2024): Proposed automobile paint and body repair at 791 and 801 Ledford Street

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing multiple variance requests regarding setbacks, sign sizes, and impervious coverage. The meeting includes a special appeal hearing regarding a code enforcement violation for grass and weeds.

• V-111: Request to increase wall sign area from 200 to 462.27 square feet at 600 South Galleria Parkway
• V-85: Request for setbacks and parking variances for a 1,500 square foot steel garage at 2114 Oland Circle
• V-113: Request to increase impervious coverage from 70% to 82% at 3865 Medical Park Drive
• V-117: Request to reduce rear setback from 35 to 25 feet at 2021 Shallowford Road
• A-02-2024: Appeal of a Notice of Violation for grass and weeds exceeding 12 inches at 1117 Malibu Drive

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals approved six variance requests, including a consent agenda with five cases, and held two cases for further review. One case was withdrawn without prejudice. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved consent agenda V-85, V-110, V-111, V-112, V-113, V-117 (5-0)
• Approved V-108 fence height variance with conditions (5-0)
• Held V-115 barn variance until October 9, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved V-116 garage/shed variance with conditions (5-0)
• Approved V-118 storage building variance (5-0)
• Held V-120 impervious coverage variance until October 9, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 14 and September 9 meetings (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of items, including approvals for water system contracts, transportation projects, public safety purchases, and library grants. They will vote on authorizing a public hearing before expending $100,000 or more for engineering design services under the 2022 SPLOST Transportation Improvements Program. Additional agenda items cover contract approvals for equipment, a three‑year procurement software contract, and several appointments and recognitions.

• Item 12: Authorize purchase of two replacement excavators for the Water System under a State Contract with Yancy Bros. Co.
• Item 13: Approve unit price contract with Bartow Precast, Inc. for FY25‑FY26 large water meter vaults (Program No. MAPPR).
• Item 17: Authorize advertisement to hold a public hearing on the proposed closure and abandonment of a portion of Waterfront Drive (Land Lots 470 and 471).
• Item 42: Authorize advertisement to hold a public hearing before spending $100,000 or more for engineering design services for 2022 SPLOST Transportation Improvements projects.
• Item 43: Approve a three‑year contract with OpenGov, Inc. for a countywide eProcurement solution (2022 SPLOST project).

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is reviewing several rezoning requests and a special land use permit. Key items include purpose-built student housing and various commercial developments. Some cases have been withdrawn or continued to future dates.

• Z-43(2024): Proposed rezoning for purpose-built student housing at 500 Chastain Center Boulevard
• Z-32(2024): Proposed rezoning for retail and warehouse at 4925 Canton Road
• Z-48(2024): Proposed rezoning for an urgent care clinic at 1550 Kennesaw Due West Road NW
• Z-46(2024): Proposed rezoning for automobile paint and body repair at 791, 801 Ledford Street
• Z-50(2024): Proposed rezoning for automotive repair at 310 Pearl Street

The Cobb County Planning Commission held a zoning hearing on September 3, 2024, and took action on several cases. They approved the consent agenda, which included recommendations for rezoning and special land use permits, and also made decisions on regular agenda items. One application was withdrawn, and several cases were continued to future hearings.

• Approved consent agenda recommending rezoning for Z-32, Z-43, Z-45, Z-46, Z-48, Z-50, and SLUP-9 (5-0, Chairman Vault recused from Z-48)
• Recommended approval of Z-35 rezoning to RSL for senior living (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-49 rezoning to RM-8 for townhomes (4-1, Beloin opposed)
• Recommended approval of LUP-28 temporary land use permit for 12 months (5-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: LUP-27 and Z-51
• Continued to October 1, 2024: LUP-25, Z-9, Z-37, Z-47, LUP-26
• Approved minutes for August 6 and August 26, 2024 meetings (5-0)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a court finding regarding the Home Rule map and the resulting status of the District 2 Commissioner's office. The body is also deciding on a new microtransit pilot program and various infrastructure repairs.

• Public hearing for the closure and abandonment of Bentley Lake Road
• Two-year contract with Via Mobility, LLC for CobbLinc on-demand microtransit pilot services
• Drainage system repair contracts for Burnt Hickory Road, Rosie Lane, Karls Gate Drive, and Tally Green Drive
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 78 (Licenses, Permits and Businesses)
• Annexation notice of Non-Objection for a 5.56 acre tract at Old Highway 41 and Nance Road

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will review information from subrecipients of American Rescue Plan Act funding and receive an update on the 2016 and 2022 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax programs.

• Review of ARPA funding subrecipients
• Update on 2016 SPLOST program
• Update on 2022 SPLOST program

Special Called Meeting

The Cobb County Community Development Department is hosting a special called meeting to discuss the Dobbins Air Reserve Base with stakeholders including Lockheed Martin, Georgia Tech, and the Cobb Chamber.

• Stakeholder meeting for Dobbins ARB
• Presentations from Lockheed Martin
• Presentations from Georgia Tech Research Institute
• Presentations from Cobb Chamber/Team Dobbins
• General discussion and Q&A

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will review a series of zoning and land‑use items at its August 20 meeting. Items include rezoning requests for residential and commercial projects, a temporary land‑use permit for a daycare, and a special land‑use permit for a baseball complex. The board will also consider amendments to stipulations for several existing rezoning applications.

• Z-36: Rezoning from GC to RM‑12 for a townhome community at 265 Lodge Road (DRB Group Georgia, LLC)
• Z-41: Rezoning from R‑20 to RSL for senior residential units at 1860 Powder Springs Road (Eastwood Homes of Georgia, LLC)
• Z-42: Rezoning from NS to NRC for an auto spa at 4701 Sandy Plains Road (FH&L Holdings, LLC)
• LUP-24: Temporary land‑use permit renewal for a daycare at 76 Windy Hill Road (Doreas Laboy)
• SLUP-8: Special land‑use permit for a baseball complex at 4775 Lake Drive, Jamerson Road, and 4785 Lee Waters Road (Blake Bondurant)

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will hear requests for variances to reduce setbacks and allow encroachments on properties in the 16th, 17th, 19th, and 20th districts. Several cases were withdrawn or continued to a later date.

• Withdrawn: V-97-2024 Chuck Owuzo
• Withdrawn: V-99-2024 Kerene Hoilett
• Withdrawn: V-106-2024 David Johnson
• Held: V-98-2024 Charles Barnwell (continued to Sept 11)
• Held: V-85-2024 Misael Mondragon (continued from July 10)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider closing and abandoning Bentley Lake Road, approve numerous contracts for water, sewer, and transportation projects, and address economic development funding.

• Public hearing for closure of Bentley Lake Road
• Approval of $864,607.13 for economic development projects
• Approval of contract with Deloitte for ARPA consulting services
• Approval of contract with Norfolk Southern for Old Floyd Road construction
• Approval of contract with Glosson Enterprises for Sewell Mill Road sidewalk

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Planning Commission will hold a zoning hearing on August 6, 2024. Commissioners will consider several rezoning applications, including changes from GC to NRC at 4925 Canton Road, GC to RM‑12 at 265 Lodge Road, and R‑80 to R‑40 at 101 Atlanta Country Club Drive. The agenda also includes a temporary land‑use permit renewal for a daycare at 76 Windy Hill Road and a special land‑use permit for a baseball complex at 4775 Lake Drive and 4785 Lee Waters Road.

• Z-32-2024: Rezoning from GC to NRC for retail/warehouse at 4925 Canton Road
• Z-36-2024: Rezoning from GC to RM-12 for townhome community at 265 Lodge Road
• Z-38-2024: Rezoning from R-80 to R-40 for single‑family residence at 101 Atlanta Country Club Drive
• LUP-24: Temporary land‑use permit renewal for daycare (max 47 children) at 76 Windy Hill Road
• SLUP-8: Special land‑use permit for baseball complex at 4775 Lake Drive and 4785 Lee Waters Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on July 23, 2024, to adopt the FY 2025 budget, set 2024 millage rates, and conduct public hearings on a proposed property tax increase and the FY 2025 budget. The board will also vote on multiple contracts, grants, and project agreements, including stormwater repairs, park lighting upgrades, and bus fleet overhauls.

• Adopt FY 2025 Cobb County Budget
• Set 2024 millage rates for General Fund, Fire Fund, and school bond purposes
• Conduct third public hearing on 2024 property tax increase proposal
• Approve $100,000+ engineering design contracts for 8 Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant projects
• Approve stormwater work orders for 64 Olive Circle, 2240 Major Loring Way, 4932 Lakeland Drive, and 742 First Cotton Drive

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is conducting the second public hearing regarding a proposed 2024 property tax increase. The body will also hold the second public hearing on the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Second public hearing on 2024 proposed property tax increase
• Second public hearing on FY 2025 Proposed Budget

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a zoning hearing to decide on several land-use cases, including rezoning for a Carmax auto superstore and a temporary land-use permit for a farmers market at St. Andrew UMC. Most other items on the agenda are continuations or withdrawals of previous cases.

• Rezone Z-31(2024) for Carmax Auto Superstore from R-20 to CRC zoning at 1878 Quarry Road
• Temporary Land Use Permit LUP-20(2024) for St. Andrew UMC farmers market at 3455 Canton Road
• Other Business Item OB-37-2024: Reduce road frontage requirement for 5551 Wright Road
• Other Business Item OB-39-2024: Reduce lot size requirement for 1390 Joyner Avenue
• Other Business Item OB-40-2024: Reduce lot size and road frontage for 1311 Joyner Avenue

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct a hearing for several new variance cases on July 10, 2024. These applications involve properties in multiple districts across the county. Full descriptions of each request are available at the Cobb County Zoning Division office.

• Case V-83-2024: 2009 Dorsey Road
• Case V-84-2024: 1651 Powder Springs Road
• Case V-85-2024: 2114 Oland Circle
• Case V-86-2024: 436 Langley Oaks Drive
• Case V-87-2024: 224 Pindos Place

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct the first public hearings for the 2024 proposed property tax increase and the FY 2025 budget. The agenda also includes a resolution to settle opioid litigation involving Kroger and various transportation and utility approvals.

• First public hearing on the 2024 proposed property tax increase
• Resolution to settle opioid litigation regarding Defendant Kroger
• Approval of a five-year agreement with Pictometry International Corp for digital aerial imagery
• Authorization for the closure and abandonment of Bentley Lake Road
• Procurement of 10 compressed natural gas replacement transit buses for CobbLinc

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission will consider several zoning and land use requests on its consent agenda. These include residential rezonings, a farmers market permit, and auto sales permits. Regular cases for O'Dwyer Properties, LLC and Edwin Stafford are also scheduled for hearing.

• Rezoning of 106 Rebecca Drive to RA-4 for single-family residences
• Rezoning of 1878 Quarry Road to CRC for used auto sales
• Temporary Land Use Permit for a farmers market at 3455 Canton Road
• Special Land Use Permit for used auto sales at 1878 Quarry Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The meeting includes discussions on several federal transit grant applications and water system work orders. The Board will also review updates to permitting fees and contracts for park maintenance and library equipment.

• Grant applications for autonomous vehicle pilots and federal transit programs
• Water main replacement at Maple Drive and South Main Street
• Construction services for a new PARKS Maintenance Building
• Updated fee schedule for residential and commercial permitting
• Furniture and shelving purchase for the new Gritters Library

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. This meeting is limited to this single presentation.

• Proposed FY 2025 Budget

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will consider several zoning and land use applications. These include requests for a retail center, an auto broker, a personal care home, and dog grooming services. The agenda also includes amendments to lot sizes and road frontage requirements.

• Rezoning 4878 Austell Road from GC/R-15 to NRC for a retail center
• Temporary land use permit for an auto broker at 1275 Shiloh Road
• Temporary land use permit for a personal care home at 262 Hawkins Store Road
• Temporary land use permit for dog grooming at 2041 Gherry Drive
• Lot size reduction for property on Boggs Road

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Cobb County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a hearing for several property variance requests. The agenda includes both new business and continued cases from previous sessions. Detailed descriptions of each petition are available at the County Zoning Division office.

• V-75-2024: 1200 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• V-76-2024: 2822 Brookwest Drive
• V-77-2024: 1194 Crestbrook Lane
• V-78-2024: 845 Fairfield Drive
• V-79-2024: 1489 Midway Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board will consider a resolution to impose a one percent Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax for transit projects. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding the CobbLinc Microtransit Pilot Project in South Cobb County. The agenda includes various contract approvals and grant acceptances across county departments.

• Resolution to impose a 1% Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax
• Public hearing for the CobbLinc Microtransit Pilot Project in South Cobb County
• Contract with Baldwin Paving Company, Inc. for Lower Roswell Road improvements
• Construction contract with TADO Construction, LLC for R.L. Sutton Water Reclamation Facility
• Alcoholic beverage license application for One Stop Spirits, LLC in Mableton

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning cases, many of which are being held or continued from previous meetings. The agenda includes recommendations for approval of three temporary land use permits. Other listed items were either withdrawn without prejudice or scheduled for future hearings.

• Temporary land use permit for an auto broker at 1275 Shiloh Road, Suites 2410 and 2411
• Temporary land use permit for a personal care home at 262 Hawkins Store Road
• Temporary land use permit for dog grooming at 2041 Gherry Drive

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider various utility improvements, transportation contracts, and public safety equipment purchases. The meeting includes decisions on drainage repairs, building renovations, and the adoption of a new Traffic Calming Policy.

• Purchase of Mobile Data Computers for Cobb County Police Department exceeding $100,000.00
• Approval of the Department of Transportation Traffic Calming Policy
• Condemnation proceedings for one parcel on Silver Comet Trail Connector
• Contracts for drainage repairs on Wesley Way and Autumn Leaves Lane
• Renovation contracts for 1758 County Services Parkway SE and 1150 Powder Springs Road Suite 400

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive presentations. The discussion focuses on the status of the CRM/311 center and a proposal for countywide branding.

• Status update on the CRM/311 center
• Proposal for countywide branding

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several rezoning requests, temporary land use permits, and site plan amendments. The meeting includes a consent agenda for multiple applications and a set of regular and other business cases.

• Z-60-2023: Rezoning 4852 Canton Road from GC to NRC for a convenience store with fuel sales
• Z-23-2024: Rezoning 50 Antioch Road from R-30 to R-20 for a single-family subdivision
• Z-24-2024: Rezoning 4700 Ecton Drive from GC to NRC for auto detailing
• LUP-15-2024: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare at 1096 Allgood Road
• Z-13-2024 and SLUP-3-2024: Continued cases for St. Benedict's Episcopal School

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review one continued case and 20 new variance petitions. These hearings determine if specific properties are granted exceptions to zoning regulations.

• V-50-2024: 2875 Stilesboro Road (Continued Case)
• V-55-2024: 595 Shiloh Road
• V-59-2024: 2555 Dallas Highway
• V-67-2024: 2410 Cumberland Drive
• V-74-2024: 522 Wallis Farm Lane

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposed Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (MSPLOST) referendum and related transit projects. The meeting also includes votes on various infrastructure contracts, annexation notices, and public safety pay schedules.

• Proposed November 2024 MSPLOST referendum for transit projects
• Over $100,000 for Oracle Software Update License and Support for the Sheriff’s Office
• Over $100,000 for Broadband/Wi-Fi Enhancement at Wildhorse Creek Park via NetPlanner and Prosys
• Annexation notices for 29.61 acres at 5500 Elliot Road and 10.306 acres at 650 South Cobb Drive
• Revisions to the Public Safety Step & Grade Plan for sworn personnel

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is considering several rezoning requests and temporary land use permits. The body will review proposals for a convenience store, auto detailing, a speech clinic, and a daycare renewal.

• Z-60-2023: Rezoning from GC to NRC for a convenience store with fuel sales at 4852 Canton Road
• Z-24-2024: Rezoning from GC to NRC for auto detailing at 4700 Ecton Drive
• LUP-13-2024: Temporary Land Use Permit for a speech clinic at 4415 King Valley Drive
• LUP-15-2024: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare at 1096 Allgood Road
• Z-59-2023: Case for SS DEVELOPERS, LLC withdrawn without prejudice

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider various construction contracts, transportation improvements, and public safety authorizations. Items include road safety projects, water system rehabilitation, and facility upgrades.

• Construction contract with SAK Construction, LLC for North Marietta Parkway Interceptor Sewer Rehabilitation
• Renovations to the Sheriff’s Headquarters at 185 Roswell Street NE via a temporary construction easement
• Fencing construction at Cobb County Police Department Precinct 1
• Contract with Glosson Enterprises, LLC for Big Shanty Road at Hidden Forest Court Traffic Signal
• Architectural services contract for the replacement of the Animal Services Facility

1:30 Work Session

The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive a presentation. The discussion focuses on the state of garbage and recyclable collection services provided by permitted haulers in the county.

• Presentation on garbage and recyclable collection services from permitted haulers

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is considering several rezoning requests for a school, a bank, a car wash, and a professional office. The meeting also includes requests for temporary land use permits for a personal care home and photography business.

• Z-13: Rezoning from R-20 to OI for a school at 2255 Cooper Lake Road
• Z-12: Rezoning from R-20 to NRC for a bank with drive-thru at 5033 Floyd Road
• Z-14: Rezoning from GC to NRC for a car wash at 2310 Austell Road
• Z-16: Rezoning from GC to NRC for a professional office at 943 Old Noonday School House Road
• LUP-9: Temporary Land Use Permit for a personal care home at 688 Hurt Road

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear several new business cases regarding property variances. The agenda includes held and continued cases alongside new petitions across multiple districts.

• Held case: 3286 Holly Mill Court (District 2)
• V-43-2024: 371 Pat Mell Road (District 4)
• V-44-2024: 900 Willeo Place (District 2)
• V-45-2024: 107 Meryton Drive (District 1)
• V-46-2024: 1290 Hilton Drive (District 2)

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss various infrastructure grants, including transit bus replacements and road widening. The meeting includes a public hearing on building commissioning services and a proposed consent decree regarding fire department hiring practices.

• Public hearing to establish indefinite delivery contracts for Building Commissioning services
• Proposed consent decree with the U.S. Department of Justice regarding Cobb County Fire Department hiring practices (2016-2020)
• Grant applications for Big Shanty Road Widening and Cumberland Sweep – Segment C
• Contract with Soundthinking, Inc. for Gunshot Detection Software and Services
• Contract with D & H Construction Company for Olympic Industrial Drive Water Main Replacement

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss continued and new cases regarding zoning, land use permits, and special land use permits. These requests affect various properties across four districts.

• Zoning cases for 1018, 1022, 1028, and 1054 Shallowford Road
• Zoning cases for 4878 Austell Road, Warren Road and 2310 Austell Road
• Land Use Permits for 1790 Villa Rica Road and 688 Hurt Road
• Special Land Use Permits for 2020 Allgood Road and 6694 Oak Ridge Commerce Way
• Zoning cases for 4600 Atlanta Road and 1953 West Lee Road

1:30 Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review departmental and agency requests for the FY2025-2026 Biennial Budget cycle. The body will also discuss the establishment of a stormwater utility fee based on impervious surface area and related code amendments.

• FY2025-2026 Biennial Budget cycle departmental and agency requests
• Proposed stormwater utility fee based on impervious surface area
• Amendments to the Cobb County Code regarding stormwater fees

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a new stormwater utility fee and updated water system rates effective August 1, 2024. Other items include public hearings for code amendments and the closure of Woodhill Drive, alongside various contract approvals for public safety and transportation.

• Public hearing for proposed closure and abandonment of Woodhill Drive
• Proposed amendments to several chapters of the Official Code of Cobb County
• Approval of a new Stormwater Utility Fee and Water System Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees
• Authorization of a two-year ambulance contract with Metro Atlanta Ambulance and Puckett EMS
• Agreement for preliminary engineering design of South Cobb Drive (SR 280) Traffic Safety Improvements

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several zoning and land use cases. This includes a consent agenda for two rezoning requests and a series of other business and land use cases to be heard.

• Z-4: Rezoning request from NS to NRC for a gym and fitness facility at 4005 Canton Road
• Z-7: Rezoning request from CF to R-20 for a single-family residence at 6180 Pine Creek Court
• LUP-1-2024: Land use request for Christel Y. Herrera, Jr.
• LUP-2-2024: Land use request for Ronald McDowell
• LUP-3-2024: Land use request for Fasilat Adesina

Special Called Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a multi-day retreat to review accomplishments, goals, and the strategic plan. The sessions include updates on the budget schedule, public safety, and various county departments.

• FY25/26 Capital Projects review
• Financial update and budget schedule
• SPLOST updates
• Disparity Study update
• Dentons Legislative update

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review three continued cases and ten new variance requests. These hearings determine if specific properties can be granted exceptions to zoning regulations.

• V-15-2024: 2125 Clay Road
• V-25-2024: 3121 Ernest Barrett Parkway
• V-26-2024: 1350 Mountain Park Circle
• V-33-2024 through V-42-2024: New business variance requests for 10 different properties
• Public hearings held at 1:30 p.m. at the Cobb County Building

SWMA Annual Meeting

The Solid Waste Management Authority will meet to approve previous minutes and receive a departmental update. The presentation will cover the operation of privatized facilities and the status of recycling and litter programs in Cobb County.

• Approval of March 14, 2023 minutes
• Update on privatized facilities from the Sustainability, Waste and Beautification Department

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to several chapters of the Official Code of Cobb County, including zoning and utilities. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure contracts and grant applications.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapters 50 (Environment), 110 (Subdivision), 122 (Utilities), 126 (Vehicles for Hire), and 134 (Zoning)
• Contract with Genfare, LLC for CobbLinc bus fleet replacement fareboxes and software
• Contract with AllStar Lighting & Electrical Services, Inc. for LED lighting at Hubert Soccer Complex
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Georgia DOT for Powers Ferry Road and Interstate North Parkway bridges
• Easement with Georgia Power Corporation for Gritters Library at 880 Shaw Park Rd.

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning cases, including requests for rezoning and land use permits. Some cases have been withdrawn or continued to future dates.

• Z-4: Rezoning from NS to NRC for a gym and fitness facility at 4005 Canton Road
• Z-7: Rezoning from CF to R-20 for a single-family residence at 6180 Pine Creek Court
• LUP-8-2024: Land use permit for American Protection and Tactical
• SLUP-1-2024: Special land use permit for Tire Swing Collective, Inc.
• Z-52-2023, Z-61-2023, Z-3-2024, and Z-6-2024: Continued cases scheduled to be heard

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure projects, including renovations to the Public Safety Building and the acquisition of property on South Cobb Drive. The meeting also includes approvals for IT procurement and various road and sewer repairs.

• Establishment of GMP for Public Safety Building renovations (1st-4th floors) and elevator addition
• Purchase of a 22.5% interest in real property at 3830 South Cobb Drive
• Three separate IT technology and support purchases exceeding $100,000 each via Prosys Information Systems
• Annexation of two tracts of land totaling 30.21 acres into the City of Powder Springs
• Approval of a Recycling Facility Operating Agreement with WestRock CP, LLC

BOC Zoning Hearing

The Board of Commissioners will review several rezoning requests, temporary land use permits, and site plan amendments. The meeting includes a consent agenda for routine approvals and a regular agenda for specific zoning cases.

• Rezoning and Special Land Use Permit for a climate controlled self storage facility at 4820 Cobb Parkway
• Rezoning from RA-4 to LRO for a medical office at 4608 Lower Roswell Road
• Temporary Land Use Permit for dog boarding and daycare at 4990 Hill Road
• Temporary Land Use Permit renewals for daycares at 1190 Indian Hills Parkway and 488 Hurt Road
• Site plan amendments for Fifth Third Bank on Gordy Parkway

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review variance requests for multiple properties. The body will hear two continued cases and 19 new business cases.

• V-110-2023: 3754 Whithorn Way
• V-13-2024: 1436 Pair Road
• V-21-2024: 4201 Stilesboro Road
• V-23-2024: 1041 Acworth Due West Road
• V-25-2024: 3121 Ernest Barrett Parkway

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding engineering design for bridges on Powers Ferry Road and Interstate North Parkway. The body is also considering multiple road resurfacing contracts, transit pilot projects, and various grant applications for court programs.

• Public hearing for engineering design services of $100,000 or more for Powers Ferry Road Bridge and Interstate North Parkway Bridge
• Condemnation proceedings for six parcels on Lower Roswell Road
• Resurfacing contracts for local roads in Northwest, Northeast, and South regions, and countywide major thoroughfares
• CobbLinc Microtransit Pilot Project in South Cobb County
• Contract with Bartow Paving Company, Inc. for Big Shanty Park parking and pickleball additions

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning and land use permit requests. The meeting includes a consent agenda for specific facility renewals and a rezoning request, as well as several regular cases and held cases to be heard.

• Z-66(2023): Rezoning request for a climate controlled self storage facility at 4820 Cobb Parkway
• LUP-4: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare at 1190 Indian Hills Parkway
• LUP-6: Temporary Land Use Permit renewal for a daycare at 488 Hurt Road
• SLUP-8(2023): Special Land Use Permit for a climate controlled self storage facility at 4820 Cobb Parkway
• 10 cases listed as held and continued until the March 5, 2024 hearing

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will vote on various transportation contracts, grant applications for courts and libraries, and a tax levy for school construction notes. The meeting also includes decisions on property easements and a mutual aid agreement with Marietta Fire Department.

• Resolution to levy an ad valorem tax to repay Cobb County School District Short-Term Construction Notes, Series 2024
• Software volume licensing purchase greater than $100,000.00 with Dell Marketing LP
• Condemnation proceedings for one parcel on Old Floyd Road at Veterans Memorial Highway
• Agreement of Mutual and Automatic Aid between City of Marietta Fire Department and Cobb County
• Annexation notice of Non-Objection for 4.332 acres at Southeast side of Powder Springs Road, West of Sanders Road

Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to hear petitions for zoning variances. The agenda includes two continued cases and 13 new business cases across four districts.

• Continued case V-110-2023: 3754 Whithorn Way
• Continued case V-128-2023: 5113 Chipping Drive
• New case V-2-2024: 1677 Burnt Hickory Road
• New case V-6-2024: 2346 Bells Ferry Road
• New case V-13-2024: 1436 Pair Road

BOC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on transit updates and transportation scoping studies. The meeting includes decisions on stormwater work orders, precinct changes for the City of Mableton, and budget reallocations.

• Public hearings for transportation scoping studies exceeding $100,000 for Factory Shoals Pedestrian Bridge, Allatoona Creek Greenway Trail, Town Center Busbee Park-n-Ride, and East-West Connector
• Resolution setting qualifying fees for county offices to be filled in 2024
• Precinct designation changes to reflect the establishment of the City of Mableton
• Authorization to purchase Oracle Software Update License and Support for the Water System exceeding $100,000
• Appropriation of $20,000 in ARPA funds for fresh produce food boxes for Senior Services

Planning Commission Zoning Hearing

The Planning Commission is meeting to review 2024 Comprehensive Plan Amendments. The agenda consists primarily of new business regarding these amendments and other business cases.

• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Amendments