What are your impressions, thoughts, concerns or suggestions regarding the proposed site plan and uses submitted by North American Properties for the Avalon Development at the northwest corner of GA-400 and Old Milton Parkway?

I like the plan as presented and believe it will be a great addition to the community.

A dispute about a percentage of apartments is not a valid reason to stall the construction of what is to be the best development the city of Alpharetta has ever seen! Let's get it built so that we can all start enjoying it! :)

I like the plan as presented and believe it will be a great addition to the community.

I like the plan as presented and believe it will be a great addition to the community.

This type of well thought out fully funded project will only enhance the city of Alpharetta. This project will generate additional tax revenue for the city and enhance our entertainment and dining options. One of the main reasons we were able to get such a low interest rate on the bond for revitalizing downtown Alpharetta was due to the tax revenue that our city generates.

This is okay, but I have a few suggestions or concerns.

I am worried about the traffic, during construction and after. Headed to the John's Creek area is already time consuming from Alpharetta and with this, it will only make it worse. Just today, every side street is backed up for a mile with construction on Hwy 9 and Haynes Bridge. In front of Independent (old Milton High School) it took 3 lights just to get to the turning lane to turn left unto Canton. Growth is great for the City, however, time is precious and every minute on the road takes away from my family, rest, and personal growth. Everyday you hear of cities building "a better city" but in the end, the people are rude, bitter, and complain about how they wished we could go back to when things were simple. The citizens of Alpharetta are friendly, courteous, and wave at neighbors and I do not want that "growth" to change. Thank you!

I like the plan as presented and believe it will be a great addition to the community.

The project is unique and will complement the Downtown plan as well. The two plans will help each other because depending upon your mood you will choose one over the other, but not exclusive to either. They will keep people in Alpharetta rather than Canton St in Roswell. We will be able to experience "Old Alpharetta" with its traditional sidewalks at the street, old brick, and town square.

Avalon could be "New Alpharetta" with its super high end retail and living accommodations which are connected by roads and sidewalks to Old Alpharetta. Apartment dweller is not a dirty word, particularly when it attracts the highly desirable demographic that NA Properties has targeted. I agree with the City's desired goal of 85/15 split between single family and multi-family, but is just that - a goal. Shoot really high but fail and you still have a fantastic outcome. Shoot low and fail and the results are what you'd expect. Avalon does not fit within the goal because it is bringing more than a single use apartment complex. They are bringing a new destination/entertainment/revenue source to the city.

The NA Properties team has gone out of its way to endear themselves to the city by aggressively negotiating the release of Westside Parkway and by reducing the overall project size by an average of 30%. They could have held Westside over our heads as a bargaining chip but took the high road, realizing that in the end, even when they got what they wanted, they would have already worn out their welcome before the first tenant moved in.

I'm excited to see the final product of both the new Downtown and Avalon. It is a great time to be living in Alpharetta

I like the plan as presented and believe it will be a great addition to the community.

Looks nice. I'm glad that eye sore is going to get worked on. They have a 14floor office building. Is there commitment from someone to lease that already? Is that a little tall for the buildings in the area?

This is okay for a starting point, but there are some big changes that need to be made before I can support it.

The development of this parcel will be very good for Alpharetta. However, the inclusion of the 250 multifamily residential rental units is unacceptable. The developer has stated that the project will not be built without the multifamily and has given a variety of reasons as to why it is critical. The fact is the multifamily will not determine the long term success of this project but possibly the profit the developer will make. The idea that they will command rents that are above market is preposterous. If that is the case then do the apartments at Atlantic Station command rents that are higher than the rest of the market.

I like the plan as presented and believe it will be a great addition to the community.

I was hoping for an Ikea in this space but alas I see that won't be happening. I haven't been privy to any discussions on this topic before but from reading other comments it does seem there have been some. I have lived in Alpharetta since 2008 and I must say this is one ugly lot and I've been anxious to see what will be done with it. What's more is that I will be DELIGHTED when West Side Parkway is opened! It looks paved; seems like all we're waiting on is a light at Old Milton!

I would love to have input on the types of stores and restaurants which will inhabit this space -- if we could get a Trader Joes I would be one happy lady

I like the plan as presented and believe it will be a great addition to the community.

A mixed-use walking friendly development is always better than those monster structures were Alpharettans only can access using a car, or those that look so industrial and/or warehouse type , like the ones we see along Old Milton and Mansell Road. Anything where you can see other than blocks and blocks of cars before you get to where you want to go (i.e. North Point Mall), will enhance the city. In my opinion, eco-friendly developments are the way to go, open outdoor spaces (i.e The Avenues, or Atlantic Station).For what I see, Avalon seems to respect the Georgian Traditional Design, yet introducing beautiful modern details and open-concept that will invite to a rather eclectic space. This is my overall view, I have not seen the details. Thanks !

I like the plan as presented and believe it will be a great addition to the community.

I can't wait to experience Avalon!