Commerce Downtown Development Authority
Mission
To enhance the continued growth and development of Commerce through the preservation and promotion of its rich cultural and economic heritage by coordinating the process of downtown development. The Downtown Development Authority and Main Street Program seek to promote the future through the preservation of the past.
Vision
Commerce's downtown is an irreplaceable historic and economic resource that provides a sense of place for all of its residents and it must continue to be recognized as such. Citizens of Commerce will possess an understanding and appreciation for our shared heritage that provides a bridge from the city's past to its future. The continued revitalization and preservation of the downtown area will enhance the lives of Commerce's residents.
Structure
The Commerce Downtown Development Authority is managed by a seven member Board of Directors. The Board members are appointed by the Mayor & Council for staggered terms of four years.
DDA Board Members Must Be:
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Taxpayers residing in the city for which the DDA is created, or
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Taxpayers residing within the county, who shall be an owner or operator of a business located within the downtown development area
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An elected official may fill one of the positions
Commerce Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors
Chairman, Robert Sosebee
141 Dogowod Trail
Commerce, GA 30529
Century 21 Community Realty
706-335-0021
Term Expires: 12/2010
DDA Board Member, Chris Bray
1696 South Broad Street
Commerce, GA 30529
706-318-0808
Term Expires: 12/2008
DDA Board Member, Terry Minish
P.O. Box 875
Commerce, GA 30529
Jays Department Store
706-335-4300
Term Expires: 12/2008
DDA Board Member, Clark Hill, MD
1935-A Homer Road
Commerce, GA 30529
Hill Medical Group
706-335-9060
Term Expires: 12/2008
DDA Board Member, Keith Ariail
P.O. Box 785
Commerce, GA 30529
McDonald Ace Hardware
706-335-5519
Term Expires: 12/2010
DDA Board Member, Claudine Smith
1671 South Elm Street
Commerce, GA 30529
Our Town Antiques
706-335-8065
Term Expires: 12/2010
DDA Board Member, Tricia Massey
346 Delia Drive
Commerce, GA 30529
Term Expires: 12/2008
Meetings
The Commerce Dowtown Development Authority holds regular meetings on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 8:00a.m. at 12 Pine Street.
DDA Updates
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The Mayor & Council approved the new delineation of the Central Business District at their June 2006 Session. To access the new boundary map, click on the link below.
Central Business District Map
2. The Commerce DDA is committed to providing ample parking for its business owners, patrons and visitors. To access the Downtown Parking Map, click on the link below.
Parking Map for Downtown
3. Please consult the Commerce Zoning Ordinance for information on the following items:
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Central Business District Sign Ordinance (Section 4.10)
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Central Business District Sign Permit (Section 4.10)
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Central Business District Permitted Uses (Section 2.4)
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Central Business District Lighting Requirements (Section 4.10)
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Central Business District Upper Floor Residential Codes, Restrictions and Parking (Section 4.24)
Zoning Ordinance
4. The followoing link is designed for potential small-business owners who want to locate in historic Downtown Commerce.
Small Business Guide
5. Please use the following link to access a comprehensive inventory of all properties located in the Downtown Development Authority District. The Commerce DDA makes every effort to produce the most accurate information possible. No warranties, expressed or implied are provided for the data herein, its use or interpretation. This information is from the last certified tax roll. Information is subject to change. Please call the DDA Office with questions.
DDA District Building Inventory
City of Commerce, Georgia
PO Box 348 - 27 Sycamore Street
Commerce, Georgia 30529
706-335-3164
Updated 03/25/2008
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