Welcome to the Rabun County Coalition
for Good Government
Our Mission
Our mission is to increase transparency and accountability of Rabun local governments and to inform the public on high-impact issues.
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And More....
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We are non-partisan. We have active members who are Republicans, Democrats and Independents. We conduct research, when needed refer to specialists, make recommendations and send out periodic online newsletters.
- No membership or fee.
- We are all volunteers.
- We are an informal, yet informed, group devoted to making sure the public stays informed and involved in all important issues.
-We advocate for transparency and accountability in all city and county governments in Rabun.​
-We conduct public forums on topics such as zoning, SPLOST and consolidation of water and sewer services.
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Coalition Public Forums:
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Consolidation of Water and Sewer
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Clayton ordinances and zoning
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Water Wars and Service Delivery Strategy (SDS)
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Comprehensive Plan
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SPLOST Tax expenses
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DO NOT SELL of Rabun County forest lands
Information on Tiger City Hall Meeting on New Housing Development
MONDAY, DEC 9th, 6:00
Tiger City Hall
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The property in question is 22 plus acres directly behind Traces of Tiger, the property was purchased from the Pennington Estate , which is owner of Traces, the houses will be in price range of 500,000. and 1400-1600 square feet on one acre tracts . I have meet with several different potential people wanting to purchase this land , from wanting to do 115 apartment units , a RV park, 40 houses, this appears to be the best , to keep from becoming heavy populated or a eye sore.
Tiger Mayor, Mike Carnes
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Questions:
1. Is this for Affordable Housing?
This does not appear to be affordable housing per the definition of Affordable Housing. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) defines affordable housing as housing that costs no more than 30% of a household's income.
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2. How will Tiger City ordinances address these items?
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Setback Requirements
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Front, Side, and Rear Setbacks: Establish minimum distances between buildings and property lines to ensure adequate space for landscaping, privacy, and safety.
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Accessory Structures: Set specific setback rules for sheds, garages, and other structures to maintain neighborhood aesthetics and functionality.
Landscape Rules
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Tree Preservation: Implement regulations to protect existing trees and require developers to plant a certain number of new trees per housing unit.
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Native Plantings: Encourage the use of native plants in landscaping to promote biodiversity and reduce water usage.
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Buffer Zones: Create buffer zones with vegetation around water bodies and wetlands to protect natural habitats and improve water quality.
Environmental Protections
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Erosion Control: Require developers to implement erosion control measures during construction to prevent soil erosion and protect water quality.
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Stormwater Management: Mandate the installation of stormwater management systems, such as rain gardens or permeable pavements, to reduce runoff and improve water infiltration.
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Protected Areas: Identify and protect ecologically sensitive areas, such as wetlands and wildlife habitats, from development.
Zoning and Density
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Mixed-Use Zoning: Allow for mixed-use zoning to create walkable communities with residential, commercial, and recreational spaces.
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Density Bonuses: Offer density bonuses to developers who include affordable housing units in their projects.
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Transit-Oriented Development: Encourage development near public transportation hubs to reduce car dependency and promote sustainable living.
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3. How will the voices of the community be addressed?
Community Engagement
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Public Hearings: Hold public hearings to gather input from residents and ensure transparency in the decision-making process.
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Coalition Recent Success
In February 2024, the City of Clayton and the Rabun County Water and sewer Authority signed the agreement to consolidate.
Coalition advocated that the water sewer consolidation was the best solution long-term for our community.
