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Smyrna Residents Oppose Chick-fil-A Amid Traffic Concerns

3/27/2026

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Residents in Smyrna, Georgia, oppose a 4-3 city council vote approving a Chick-fil-A and 45 townhomes.
They cite increased traffic at a busy intersection, and one homeowner says the restaurant will worsen congestion.
A traffic study projects only a slight delay, while city officials acknowledge ongoing problems on South Cobb Drive.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will make the final decision, and Chick-fil-A will remain closed on Sundays.

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Story summary

Residents in Smyrna, Georgia, oppose a 4-3 city council vote approving a Chick-fil-A and 45 townhomes.
They cite increased traffic at a busy intersection, and one homeowner says the restaurant will worsen congestion.
A traffic study projects only a slight delay, while city officials acknowledge ongoing problems on South Cobb Drive.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will make the final decision, and Chick-fil-A will remain closed on Sundays.