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Planning commission directs staff to research recovery residence moratorium

County staff will review rules on recovery residences after planning commissioners voted to look into a possible moratorium.

By NEGA Brief NewsroomLast checked September 30, 2026
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August 5, 2025: Directing county staff to research a moratorium on recovery residences and review related ordinances

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The Stephens County Planning Commission voted unanimously to direct staff to begin researching a possible moratorium on recovery residences.

SourcesPlanning Commission Agenda Packet 09/02/2025Planning Commission Minutes 08/05/2025

The motion, made by Vice-Chairman Ivester and seconded by Commissioner Randall, also calls for staff to review related ordinances.

SourcesPlanning Commission Minutes 08/05/2025

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Staff research on a possible moratorium on recovery residences

to direct staff to begin research on the item. Motion carried unanimously.

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Directing county staff to research a moratorium on recovery residences and review related ordinances

A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Ivester, seconded by Commissioner Randall, to direct staff to begin research on the item. Motion carried unanimously.

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