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Meeting Summary
The Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved a 36-lot single-family subdivision at Hiram Lithia Springs Road (Z-8 of 2026) featuring a mixed-income partnership between Rock Built Homes and Habitat for Humanity, with one-third of homes designated for affordable housing using ARPA funds. The board also approved a 36-lot detached single-family community by Revive Land Group on Barrett Parkway (Z-5 of 2026) at 3.6 units per acre after the applicant reduced density from 43 to 36 homes. A temporary land use permit for additional vehicle parking was approved with conditions, and several cases were continued to future hearings.
Key Decisions (6)
Rezoning at Barrett Parkway for Revive Land Group (Z-5 of 2026)
Approved rezoning from R-20 to RA-5 for 36 detached single-family homes on 10+ acres on east and west sides of Ernest Barrett Parkway at Old Horseshoe Bend Road. Developer reduced from original 43 homes to 36 homes (3.6 units per acre). Piedmont Residential LLC/Revive Land Group is the applicant.
Rezoning at Hiram Lithia Springs Road for Rock Built Homes/Habitat for Humanity (Z-8 of 2026)
Approved rezoning from R-30 to RE-5 for 36-lot single-family subdivision on 11.5 acres on southeast side of Hiram Lithia Springs Road, southwest of Angham Road. Mixed-income development with Rock Built Homes (market rate) and Habitat for Humanity (one-third of homes for affordable housing at 80% AMI). Uses ARPA funding for land acquisition.
Temporary Land Use Permit for Additional Vehicle Parking (LUP-2 of 2026)
Approved temporary land use permit for April Merchanton to allow one additional vehicle (5 total outside) at property on southeast corner of Woodhill Drive and Shadowwood Court in Land Lot 376 of 16th District. Applicant operates car dealership and detailing business.
Stipulation Amendment for Auto Use at Atlanta Road (OB-11 of 2026)
Approved stipulation amendment for Jose R. Medina to change permitted use from restaurant-only to include light auto repair, auto detailing, restaurant, or community retail uses at property on west side of Atlanta Road, north of Mosey Drive.
Consent Agenda Items Including Piedmont Residential Rezoning (Z-2 of 2026)
Approved consent agenda including rezoning from R-20 to RM-8 for Piedmont Residential LLC single-family community on east side of Bells Ferry Road and north/west sides of Dixon Road, south of I-75. Also approved Kopecky CRE Holdings rezoning from GC to LI for contractor parking lot restriping, Early Education LLC daycare permit renewal, Dan Hilton road frontage reduction, and two EV charging station installations.
Cauliflower Inc Rezoning Continued (Z-6 of 2026)
Applicant requested continuance of rezoning case Z-6 of 2026 for Cauliflower Inc until April 21, 2026 Board of Commissioners zoning hearing.
Zoning Changes (4)
East and west sides of Ernest Barrett Parkway at Old Horseshoe Bend Road, Land Lot 691 of 19th District
Revive Land Group LLC
Southeast side of Hiram Lithia Springs Road, southwest of Angham Road, Land Lot 809 of 19th District
Rock Built Homes LLC
East side of Bells Ferry Road and north/west sides of Dixon Road, south of I-75, Land Lots 858, 859, 870, 871 of 16th District
Piedmont Residential LLC
East side of West Atlanta Street, south of South Cobb Drive, Land Lot 292 of 17th District
Kopecky CRE Holdings LLC
Development Activity (6)
Revive Land Group Single-Family Community
36 detached single-family homes on 10+ acres at 3.6 units per acre. Reduced from original 43 homes. Minimum lot width 55 feet for lots adjacent to Trotters Field. 20-foot landscape buffer adjacent to existing Trotters Field subdivision. Access solely from Barrett Parkway with right-in/right-out.
Rock Built Homes/Habitat for Humanity Mixed-Income Development
36-lot single-family subdivision on 11.5 acres at 3.14 units per acre. One-third of homes (approximately 10-12) designated for Habitat for Humanity affordable housing program at 80% AMI. Market-rate homes by Rock Built Homes. Near Silver Comet Trail and CH James Parkway. Uses approximately $1 million ARPA funds for land acquisition.
Piedmont Residential Single-Family Community
Single-family community rezoned from R-20 to RM-8. Minimum house size 1,700 square feet. Located in Land Lots 858, 859, 870, and 871 of 16th District.
Kopecky CRE Holdings Contractor Facility
Rezoning from GC to LI for contractor doing parking lot restriping. No outside storage within 35 feet of right of way. All vehicles parked in striped paved spaces.
EV Charging Stations at Cobb Place Boulevard
Installation of 23 EV charging stations on commercially zoned property.
EV Charging Stations at Ernest Barrack Parkway
Installation of 6 EV charging stations on commercially zoned property.
Market Signals (6)
Housing Demand
County housing assessment study shows gap between household growth and housing production is increasing, with 61% of current homeowners unable to afford to buy their current home at today's prices.
Housing Demand
Cobb County graduates approximately 9,000-10,000 students annually, creating ongoing demand for starter homes and workforce housing that current development patterns are not meeting.
Housing Demand
Mixed-income development model combining market-rate homes with Habitat for Humanity affordable units represents first such partnership in Cobb County, indicating new approaches to address housing affordability.
Sentiment
Planning commission and staff recommended approval for both major residential developments, suggesting support for increased density near employment centers and arterial roads.
Infrastructure
ARPA funding deadline of September 30, 2026 is driving urgency for affordable housing projects to begin construction, with Habitat for Humanity having approximately $1.8 million remaining to expend.
Commercial Demand
Atlanta Road corridor continues to see automotive-related uses with stipulation amendment approved for light auto repair and detailing, reflecting ongoing commercial activity in that area.