SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – A four-story storage facility plan passed through the Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) on Tuesday despite outcry from residents.
The MPC voted on a rezoning that changes conservation wetlands to commercial suburban on Skidaway Road and 50th Street.
Residents cite flooding, business impact
Residents said the change would disrupt flooding around the area and affect nearby businesses and housing.
MPC, city manager respond
MPC members said the laws have changed regarding how the area was zoned, and they believe changes can be made before going in front of city council.
City Manager Jay Melder said he is willing to have a conversation to work through the wetlands concerns…