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Savannah Morning News

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Meet the new leaders steering ULI Savannah’s next chapter

Two years after its launch, ULI Savannah has announced its FY2027 leadership team, according to a community announcement. The satellite of the Urban Land Institute is addressing rapid growth, infrastructure demands and climate change in Savannah and Coastal Georgia, the organization said. The new leadership team will focus on increasing programming, expanding local membership and engaging the next generation of industry leaders through the its Young Leaders Group. ULI announces new leadership team Laura Ballock, PLA and senior landscape architect at Kimley-Horn, is leading the team as chair. Clara Fishel, CCIM and principal of commercial real estate brokerage Level CRE, is supporting her as vice chair. Brian Clouser, project engineer at Kimley-Horn, is serving as finance chair. Other members of the leadership team are Pat Shay of GM-Shay Architects, Laura Lane McKinnon of East Savannah United, Ashleigh L. Womack of Stage Front, Knox Theus of Pape-Dawson Engineers, LLC, Zoe Rinker of Level CRE, Grace Wooten of Pape-Dawson Engineers, LLC, Courtney Grunninger Bonney of Rhowe Design + Build, Meredith Stone of Vantosh Commercial Group Seabolt Real Estate, Madison Moitoso of Kimley-Horn, James Collins of Thomas & Hutton Engineering Co., Anita Smith-Dixon of Community Housing Services Agency Inc. and Jake Von Trapp

Savannah, GA · 09-07

Savannah Morning News

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Developer submits plan to rezone 65 acres for housing | Exclusive

A developer hopes to break ground on his first residential community, bringing another housing option to the north end of Bryan County. Taylor Smith, owner of Kelly Street Development, submitted a Development of Regional Impact (DRI) report to the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, which was then reviewed by the Coastal Regional Commission of Georgia. The project would consist of 267 rental homes in Ellabell. Smith plans to bring a rezoning request of 65 acres from rural residential to multi-family residential sometime this fall. Blitchton Village is the brainchild of Smith who recently started his own development company less than a year ago after working for another developer. Now, he is venturing out on his own with the help of his brother, Steven Smith. The two collaborated to draw up plans for the proposed community project planned for a site across from Ken's IGA near the intersection of Highway 80 and Highway 280. More: Massive 1,350 home development proposed for Effingham | Exclusive If the project is approved, construction is not expected to begin until December 2027 and will be built in multiple phases. Smith said he was working in Atlanta when he learned about the site and thought it

Bryan County, GA · 09-06

WSAV News 3

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Future of Savannah Mall remains unknown

The 469,000-square-foot campus was sold for $8 million to the commercial real estate group Newmark.

Savannah, GA · 09-02

Savannah Morning News

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Massive 1,350 home development proposed for Effingham | Exclusive

A Washington state-based developer has proposed a massive mixed-use development in Effingham County that would include 1,350 housing units, commercial space and parks uses. Blue Fern Development submitted a Development of Regional Impact (DRI) application Aug. 5 for Fetzer Landing to the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, which was reviewed by the Coastal Regional Commission of Georgia. BFD, a land development firm, did not respond to multiple requests for comment by the Savannah Morning News . The proposal has not come before the county officials, and a county spokesperson said no documentation has been submitted to its offices as of Aug. 31. Coastal Regional Commission (CRC) of Georgia has reviewed the project. Here are several key takeaways from the proposed development. What all does the project entail? The site is located on Highway 17 South, with portions located behind and across from an existing solar farm. A site plan shows 273 acres designated for single family housing, 23 acres for multifamily housing, 10 acres for commercial development and 20 acres designated for parks and open spaces, including a potential connection to the Truelten Trail project. Approximately 416 acres would be preserved for wetlands. Proposed amenities include trails, boardwalks and a

Effingham County, GA · 09-03

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Long County rolls back millage rate, extends bidding for historic courthouse repairs

LONG COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - Long County taxpayers will see some relief on their next property tax bill after county commissioners voted to roll back the millage rate. During their Sept. 1 meeting, the Board of Commissioners agreed to set the millage rate at 17.802, down from last year’s rate of 18.707.

Long County, GA · 09-02

WSAV News 3

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Apartments to become new Margaritaville hotel in Savannah

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — The building that was previously Ann Street Lofts in downtown Savannah will be converted to a Margaritaville Hotel, Savannah Mayor Van Johnson confirmed Tuesday. Johnson expressed hesitancy about the hotel and its welcome to the Hostess City. “I’m not sure that Margaritaville fits into what we are or what we want […]

Savannah, GA · 09-01

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Ann Street Lofts to become Margaritaville Hotel Savannah

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Ann Street Lofts apartment building in downtown Savannah is being converted into the Margaritaville Hotel Savannah. The property, located near the JMR Intermodal Transit Center on the western edge of downtown, is transitioning from an apartment complex to the 230-key hotel. The project has $113...

Savannah, GA · 08-31

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Filing Alert: TWD Real Estate Investment Chapter 11

TWD Real Estate Investment LLC, a Savannah, GA-based single asset real estate business, filed for Chapter 11 protection on Aug. 31 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Georgia. The company reports $10 million to $50 million in both assets and liabilities. The filing indicates that no...

Savannah, GA · 09-01

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Luxury Coastal Living at The Landings: A Remarkable Savannah Retreat

Luxury coastal living at The Landings offers something increasingly difficult to find: the serenity of an island retreat combined with the energy of a genuinely connected community. Located on Skidaway Island near historic Savannah, Georgia, this private residential community brings distinctive homes, natural beauty, recreation and everyday conveniences together amid maritime forests and tidal waterways.

Savannah, GA · 08-29

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Effingham County eyes largest property tax reduction in history

Effingham County Manager Tim Callanan spoke with WSAV Monday and explained how the county could reduce 6 mills off the total millage rate this year if approved.

Effingham County, GA · 09-01

Savannah Morning News

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Effingham County to vote on millage rate, rezoning for residential

Effingham County commissioners are proposing to lower the county’s millage rate, a move that could reduce the tax burden for homeowners and move officials closer to completing Project Zero, an initiative aimed at eliminating county property taxes. The board is expected to vote on the measure Tuesday on a proposed millage rate of 4.976, down from 5.596 in 2025. "Project Camellia has given us an opportunity to provide meaningful tax relief sooner than anticipated and take a major step toward our long term goal of eliminating county homestead property taxes," reads a statement from the county. If approved county property owners could receive up to six mills of tax relief through a combination of the county rate reduction, the suspension of the Effingham County Industrial Authority's 2-mill property tax levy and a 2-mill rollback approved by the Effingham County School District, which lowered its rate to 16.45. "By leveraging the proceeds from the OpenAI transaction, we are in a unique position to deliver meaningful tax relief to our community while maintaining our high standards of academic excellence," said Superintendent Yancy Ford in a press release. "Our priorities remain supporting our educators and students and easing the financial burden on our

Effingham County, GA · 09-01

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Effingham promises homeowner tax breaks from part of OpenAI windfall, but there’s millions left

This week, three Effingham County agencies promised lower taxes for homeowners due to part of a windfall from OpenAI. Next week will bring the details — and questions about what to do with the rest of the money expected from a complicated and unfinished transaction. About $350 million is...

Effingham County, GA · 08-28

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Effingham promises homeowner tax breaks from part of OpenAI windfall, but there’s millions left

This week, three Effingham County agencies promised lower taxes for homeowners due to part of a windfall from OpenAI. Next week will bring the details — and questions about what to do with the rest of the money expected from a complicated and unfinished transaction.

Effingham County, GA · 08-28

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Dasher House: At the corner of Past & Present

How a historic home with deep Savannah roots was restored for its new chapter as a working law office. More than a century after it first turned heads in Savannah’s Thomas Square neighborhood, 28 E. 35th St. is proving that historic spaces can evolve with purpose. Built in 1903, the structure is a study in architectural elegance and, more recently, in thoughtful reinvention.

Savannah, GA · 08-24

Savannah Morning News

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Developers key in on development opportunities in North Bryan County

The Bryan County Planning and Zoning Board voted Aug. 18 to recommend approval for a request to rezone 35 acres from agricultural to commercial use. The final decision rests with the Board of Commissioners which has not yet been scheduled. William Cunningham of Coleman Company represented Baca Properties, LLC, which is seeking to develop 270 apartments and 29,000 square feet of commercial space on a Highway 280 parcel off Highway 280 near Kia Drive and Olive Branch Road near Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. Staff members from the Georgia Department of Transportation are currently working out of trailers located on the land where the proposed development would be located. A conceptual plan presented during the meeting revealed the development could produce a little over 3,000 traffic trips per day. “When we were looking at the highest and best use of this property, we want to be in character with the Bryan County comp plan," said Cunningham. “For the commercial interchange, we decided on that district because of its proximity to I-16. There is a wide arrangement of zonings in that area. It's an area that is prone to growth.” A construction timeline has not been established. No local residents or

Bryan County, GA · 08-24

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10 American Cities Residents Loved More Before Everyone Discovered Them, One in Georgia

Jackson, Wyoming sold about 200 single-family homes last year, and only two of them closed for under a million dollars. Nobody who bought a ski chalet meant to price out the people who keep the town running, but that’s what happened. These are the American cities residents loved more...

Jackson, WY · 08-23

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Bluffton apartments ​for rent saw slight price decreases since last July

Renters in Bluffton saw apartment listing prices slightly decrease from July 2025's median of $2,625, an analysis of new data from rental marketplace Zumper shows. The typical apartment listed for rent at $2,595 in July. Median listing prices in Bluffton are trending essentially the same as the previous month's $2,600 price.

Bluffton, SC · 08-18

Savannah Morning News

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18,000 daily traffic trips proposed for Ellabell mixed-use development

A proposed 126-acre mixed-use development could bring new housing options and businesses to Ellabell, raising questions about how the project could change the community’s landscape and character. During Tuesday's Bryan County planning and zoning meeting, Joshua Yellin, who practices commercial real estate for Hunter Maclean, represented landowners Brooks Warnell and Timothy and Randall Goodwin for a rezoning request for agricultural to general business. “We are not seeking conditional use approval tonight - our intent is to make sure this property is suitable for the zoning that we were requesting so that then we can find the right developers to come in and actually develop this site,” Yellin told the board. During the meeting in Richmond Hill, county officials revealed that an error made by staff may have prevented some residents from being aware of the rezoning request. "The UDO (unified development ordinance) requires if a property has two noncontiguous road frontages that two signs have to be posted and we failed to have two signs posted for this project," said Brett Kohler, planner for Bryan County. "Because of that, we don't feel like this item was adequately noticed by the public for this meeting." Kohler recommended the board defer their

Bryan County, GA · 08-21

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Attorneys named to 2027 edition of “Best Lawyers” list

SAVANNAH – Weiner, Shearouse, Weitz, Greenberg & Shawe attorneys William W. Shearouse, Jr., Stephen F. Greenberg, Edwin Byck, William G. Glass, Ellis Allen, Christopher R. Lane, Christine T. McDonnell, Julianne G. Glisson, George P. Milmine, II, and Stuart Halpern have been peer-selected to be included in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers.

Savannah, GA · 08-20

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Parker’s Kitchen founder plans ‘skyline building’ in Savannah

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A downtown Savannah building could be demolished to make way for a new development described as a “skyline building.”. Greg Parker, founder of Parker’s Kitchen, is seeking to demolish the building at 15 Bull St., located between Johnson Square and Savannah City Hall. The...

Savannah, GA · 08-18