Henry leaders oppose bills stripping municipal oversight of house design

The Henry County Commission on Tuesday formally opposed legislation making its way through the Georgia Legislature that opponents say strips control over building design from municipalities. 

Commissioners voted unanimously in favor a resolution opposing Senate Bill 172 and House Bill 302, which seek to amend state code that allows local governments to create and regulate ordinances on houses. That can include regulations on color, architectural elements or types of building materials used like vinyl siding or brick.

“I’m appalled that this would even be considered,” Commissioner Gary Barham said at Tuesday’s commission meeting.