Planning Commission

City of Newnan Planning Commission Agenda for July 14, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting 7:00 PM, Richard A. Bolin Council Chambers, City Hall 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes a. May 12, 2026, PC Minutes 3. Public Hearings 4. Other Business a. Certificate of Appropriateness Request - 48 East Washington Street - KA Oldham Design, Inc. 5. Adjourn Any questions prior to the meeting should be directed to the Planning and Zoning Department. Phone: 770-254-2354 E-mail: tdunnavant@newnanga.gov Page 1 of 19  Page 1 of 4 CITY OF NEWNAN Planning Commission Meeting Minutes May12, 2026 7:00 p.m. Commissioners Present: Alton West, Jordan Marchman, John Pulicare, Anne Yancey, Clay McEntire, Joe Crain Jr. Commissioners Absent: Janet Marie Gunnels Others in Attendance: Tracy Dunnavant, Planning & Zoning Director Dean Smith, Senior Planner Debbie Snider, Administrative Assistant Planning and Zoning Brad Sears, City Attorney CALL TO ORDER Chairman West called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Richard A. Bolin Council Chambers, City Hall, 25 LaGrange Street. READING OF MINUTES Chairman West asked if everyone reviewed the March 10, 2026, meeting minutes. Commissioner McEntire made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Commissioner Pulicare. MOTION CARRIED (6-0) PUBLIC HEARINGS PD2026-01 Variance – 34 Camden Way Chairman West opened a public hearing and asked Senior Planner, Dean Smith, to present the staff report. Mr. Smith began by clarifying a typographical error in the published report. The report states, under the Pertinent Regulations heading, “the size and criteria for detached garages Page 2 of 19  Page 2 of 4 are set out in Article 6, Section 6-6(c) and Table 6-A of the City of Newnan’s Zoning Ordinance.” It should read “The regulations for building setbacks” instead of “criteria for detached garages.” This is a request to reduce the rear building setback. He discussed the challenges of this being a corner lot, the original plat, and the proposed area for the screened porch over the existing patio. Mr. Smith displayed renderings and presented the staff report. He stated staff found the request to meet 5 of the 7 standards for consideration, and this information was outlined. No objections have been received, and staff recommend consideration for approval. Chairman West asked the applicant to come forward. Robert Tigner was sworn in by Brad Sears. Mr. Tigner added that he has HOA approval for the project, and his neighbors have not objected. He concluded that he would like to improve his property. Chairman West asked if anyone else would like to speak in opposition or support of the project. With no one coming forward, he closed the public hearing. He then asked for questions from the commissioners. Commissioner Pulicare asked if the porch would cover the whole patio area or just partial, as displayed. Jermon Sims came forward and was sworn in by Brad Sears. Mr. Sims confirmed that it would cover the entire existing patio. He further explained the dimensions and addressed tree removal. With no further questions, Chairman West asked if anyone would like to make a motion. Commissioner Crain made a motion to approve the variance as requested. Commissioner Pulicare seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED (6-0) OTHER BUSINESS Certificate of Appropriateness – 57 East Broad Street – Buildings A&B Commissioner McEntire recused himself stating a financial interest in the project and therefore, a conflict of interest. Senior Planner, Dean Smith, presented the staff report. Mr. Smith gave an overview of the report, including the standards for consideration, an area map, renderings, elevations, and a letter of approval from Abigail Strickland. Mr. Smith concluded that staff recommend approval for this project. The applicant, Tom Crymes, came forward and discussed his time and progress on this project. He added that he was happy to answer any questions. Commissioner Pulicare questioned the proposed use of the third floor above the second-floor residential units. Mr. Crymes explained that those would also be residential units with a balcony, similar to Newnan Views. Commissioner Yancey asked for clarification regarding the orientation of the buildings in relation to East Broad Street. Mr. Smith showed renderings and explained the location along with Mr. Crymes. Commissioner Marchman inquired if the elevations shown were Page 3 of 19  Page 3 of 4 affected by the grade of the land. Mr. Crymes confirmed this then briefly discussed future areas of the projection map. With no further questions, Chairman West asked if anyone would like to make a motion. Commissioner Crain made a motion to approve the COA as requested. Commissioner Pulicare seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED (5-0) Commissioner McEntire Recused Amended Certificate of Appropriateness – 112 LaGrange Street Senior Planner, Dean Smith, presented the staff report. Mr. Smith discussed the prior COA approval for this property and the condition of that approval. The applicant has requested relief from the condition regarding a portion of the foundation/basement wall be brick. Photos of homes in the surrounding area were presented, to establish precedent. Elevations and photos depicted the area (of the home) in question. Mr. Smith further stated staff finds the request to be consistent with the standards that govern the Historic Residential Design Overlay (HRDO) District. The applicant, Jennifer Shelton, came forward. Ms. Shelton explained this project has gone over budget due to septic and other unexpected issues. Feeling the wall area in question was not large enough to warrant the added cost of brick, she requested relief. Additionally, she discussed color changes and design decisions that would reflect positively on such a prominent home. Commissioner Crain confirmed the area in question. He further discussed the texture of the poured wall and questioned the plans for the exposed foundation below the front porch area. Ms. Shelton stated that it will be painted and blended to be appealing. Commissioner Crain questioned if the foundation will be painted on both sides. Ms. Shelton confirmed this and further added that landscaping would be planted as well. With no further questions, Chairman West asked if anyone would like to make a motion. Commissioner Pulicare made a motion to approve the amended COA as requested. Commissioner McEntire seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED (6-0) ADDITIONAL COMMENTS None ADJOURN With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m. on a motion from Commissioner Yancey and seconded by Commissioner McEntire. MOTION CARRIED (6-0) Page 4 of 19  Page 4 of 4 ______________________________ Chairman West Page 5 of 19  City of Newnan, Georgia – Planning Commission Date: July 14, 2026 Agenda Item: Certificate of Appropriateness – 48 E. Washington Street Prepared by: Dean Smith, Senior Planner __________________________________________________________________ Purpose: To consider a certificate of appropriateness application from KA Oldham Design, Inc. (KAOD) for exterior renovations to the building located at 48 E. Washington Street. This location is within the Downtown Design Overlay District (DDO), which specifies that any improvements to a nonresidential structure’s exterior walls covering more than 25% of the total wall area must obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness from the City’s Planning Commission. Background: Zoning District CBD- Central Business District Proposed Land Use Commercial Total Site Size 1.74 acres A application has been filed with the City of Newnan to seek a COA for the exterior renovation of the building located at 48 E. Washington Street. Per the City’s Zoning Ordinance, the Planning Commission must grant a Certificate of Appropriateness for the proposed project and new construction. The properties surrounding the site include a mixture of commercial, residential and the bicentennial park project currently under construction. The property is bordered to the west by a railroad track. Page 6 of 19 Issues for Consideration for a Certificate of Appropriateness: In reviewing the request in terms of the rehabilitation standards that were adopted for development in the Downtown Design Overlay district (DDO), staff addressed the following standards in terms of the work proposed at 48 E. Washington Street: a) Building Orientation and Setback – No proposed changes to the existing building’s orientation and with an addition, there will be slight addition to the front of the building but will be in compliance with the CUN zoning building setback requirements. b) Directional Emphasis – Slight increase in height on the front façade; however, no other changes to the structure’s existing directional emphasis. c) Shape – The principal elements and shapes proposed on the structure will be compatible with existing structures within the area of influence. d) Proportion – The proportions of the new building are consistent with dominant patterns of proportion within the area of influence. e) Rhythm – The new construction should not disrupt the existing rhythmic patterns in the area of influence. f) Massing - The massing of the building for the new construction is compatible with the overall mass of the adjoining structures. g) Scale and Height – The proposed work does propose a slight increase in height on the front façade area of the structure; however, it is compatible with existing commercial structures within the area of influence. h) Architectural and Site Elements – The project will complement the surrounding architecture of Historic Downtown Newnan. Additionally, the proposed project includes off-street parking spaces, which will be oriented towards the rear of the building. This parking plan follows the predominant site patterns within the area of influence. City of Newnan Main Street Manager Abigail Strickland has included a letter expressing a favorable opinion on the proposed renovations (see attached). Options: A. Approve the certificate of appropriateness. B. Approve the certificate of appropriateness with conditions. C. Deny the certificate of appropriateness request. Recommendation: Staff recommends Option A to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness request. Attachments: Certificate of Appropriateness Application Previous Discussions with Commission: None Page 7 of 19 Page 8 of 19 Page 9 of 19 Page 10 of 19 Page 11 of 19 Page 12 of 19  : : DRAWING DATE: 09-29-2020 "IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE SKETCH PROVIDED LAST FIELD WORK DATE: OR FIND ANY INDICATION OF ADDITIONAL UTILITIES PLEASE CALL US 09-21-2020 @ 404-312-6912." ( PER UTILISURVEY PROJECT REPORT ) DISK: CAF-2020-SEPTEMBER ------- BLUE FIELD MARKINGS FOUND = WATER ------- YELLOW FIELD MARKINGS FOUND = GAS ------- ORANGE FIELD MARKINGS FOUND = COMMUNICATION SCALE: ------- PURPLE FIELD MARKINGS FOUND = POWER FOR LIGHTS / SIGNS 1" = 30' ------- PINK FIELD MARKINGS FOUND = NOT SPECIFIED DRAWN BY: ______________________________________________________________________ CAF ------- PINK AND BLUE FIELD MARKINGS FOUND = ABANDONED WATER CHRIS W. ROBERTSON GA RLS #3195 DATE: CITY OF NEWNAN TOTAL AREA = 1.669 ACRES / 72,715 SQ. FEET PLAT CLOSURE: 1' IN 88,367 FEET PARCEL 1 AREA = 0.008 ACRES / 365 SQ. FEET PLAT CLOSURE: 1' IN 14,074 FEET PARCEL 2 AREA = 1.661 ACRES / 72,350 SQ. FEET PLAT CLOSURE: 1' IN 157,553 FEET CHAMPION PRO GPS ANTENNA / RECEIVER GEOMAX ZOOM 90 ROBOTIC TOTAL STATION FIELD CLOSURE: 1' IN 21,447 FEET ANGULAR ERROR: 3" PER ANGLE POINT ADJUSTED BY: COMPASS RULE 1. PLAT BOOK: 17 PAGE: 301 2. DEED BOOK: 238 PAGE: 840-842 (DEED REFERENCE 2.) - DESCRIBES PARCEL 2 AC. = ACRES SF. = SQUARE FEET P.B. = PLAT BOOK D.B. = DEED BOOK PG. = PAGE PN = PARCEL NUMBER ADJ. P/L = ADJOINING PROPERTY LINE N/F = NOW OR FORMERLY R/W = RIGHT-OF-WAY C/L = CENTER LINE P/L = PROPERTY LINE N.T.S. = NOT-TO-SCALE FFE = FINISHED FLOOR ELEVATION CBD = COULD NOT BE DETERMINED HVAC = AIR VENTILATION SYSTEM R/R = RAIL ROAD PP = POWER POLE --P-- = OVERHEAD POWER LINE --SS-- = SANITARY SEWER LINE E.O.P. = EDGE OF PAVEMENT B.O.C. = BACK OF CURB AMW = ABANDONED MONITORING WELL TCP = TERRA-COTTA PIPE HDPE = HIGH DENSITY POLY PIPING SSMH = SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE SSCO = SANITARY SEWER CLEAN-OUT MH = MANHOLE JB = JUNCTION BOX CB = CATCH BASIN DI = DRAINAGE INLET WM = WATER METER WV = WATER VALVE ICV = IRRIGATION CONTROL VALVE FHA = FIRE HYDRANT ASSEMBLY GM = GAS METER GV = GAS VALVE PK NF = PK NAIL FOUND IPF = IRON PIN FOUND IPS = IRON PIN SET (1/2" RE-BAR) SHEET: Page 13 of 19 Page 14 of 19 Page 15 of 19 Page 16 of 19 Page 17 of 19 Page 18 of 19 Page 19 of 19