The Rome-Floyd Planning Commission has unanimously approved a rezoning request for parcels located directly behind Joe Wright Village in North Rome. The property, situated north of Nelm Street between Waddell and Stonewall streets, is currently zoned for High-Density Traditional Residential use.

John and Rochelle Hiram are seeking to rezone the land to Multi-Family Residential for a proposed townhouse development. Their original plan included 14 townhomes, but planning staff recommended reducing the number to 10 based on the size of the property. Architect Bill Jones, representing the Hirams, confirmed they are agreeable to the adjustment.

Planning Commission Chairman Charles Love expressed enthusiasm about the project, stating, “I’m even more excited about what’s going on in North Rome.”

The Rome City Commission will make the final decision on the rezoning at its February 23 meeting.

Pictured: Architect Bill Jones and a rendering of the proposed lots behind Joe Wright Village.