Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Bruce Harkness’s organization
Sep 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Habersham County Development Authority Regular Meeting
The meeting featured an executive director update covering Pad 7 construction and permitting, Phase 2 master planning, business recruitment efforts including retail training, and workforce development initiatives like the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy and Habersham Works. Additionally, the authority discussed the upcoming fifth-grade career exploration event, industry committee progress, strategic planning, and municipal engagement. Project updates included discussions on the Higgins building permitting, Pad 6B construction, business park signage, hotel tax abatement, and ongoing interest in the airport business park and other industrial projects. The board also entered into an executive session to discuss property acquisition, disposal, and pending litigation.
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Habersham County Board of Tax Assessors Regular Meeting
The board updated its by-laws and policies to change meeting frequencies. They reviewed and approved public utility tax assessments, various homestead exemption applications, and a veteran homestead exemption. Additionally, the board denied a late homestead exemption request and a series of late appeals for the current tax year. The chief appraiser provided updates on forms submitted to cities and staff recruitment efforts. Finally, the board approved several refund requests.
Aug 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Habersham County Airport Commission Meeting Minutes
The commission reviewed financial reports for the fiscal year and addressed public concerns regarding deteriorating asphalt, drainage, and pavement markings. The manager provided updates on fuel sales, facility maintenance, contractor projects, staffing changes, and Hangar waitlists. Planning consultants discussed the upcoming Capital Improvement Program, airspace-zoning coordination, and compliance requirements. Additionally, the commission approved and recommended to the Board of Commissioners the CAA Agreement, a master consulting agreement with Kimley-Horn, new by-laws, and lease amendments for specific hangars, while also authorizing the issuance of RFPs for private hangar development sites.
Aug 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Habersham County Planning Commission Public Hearing Minutes
The commission reviewed multiple planning and development proposals. A request for a Conditional Use for a gas-powered go-kart track was denied. A variance request to convert an existing garage into an apartment was approved with specific conditions, including requirements for attachment to the primary structure and adherence to environmental health regulations. A request for a Conditional Use for an event venue was tabled to allow for further documentation regarding site plans, parking, and utility requirements. Additionally, the commission received an administrative update concerning the approval of a new Unified Development Ordinance.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
