Thursday, May 23, 2024

Oconee County Planning Commission Recommends Approval Of Rezone For Duplexes Despite Planning Staff Rejection Of Request

***Staff Cited Comprehensive Plan In Recommending Denial***

The Oconee County Planning Commission on Monday set aside the recommendation of the county planning staff and instead told the Board of Commissioners it should approve a rezone request for development of 3.4 acres on Moreland Way just north of the Watkinsville city limits.

The Commission made this recommendation after Justin Greer, speaking on behalf of property owner Richard Grayson, and Grayson himself, said that the project was a positive development for the neighborhood and had support of owners of the adjoining properties.