County Profile: Economic Development
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Misti Whitfield Martin, CEcD PO Box 4998 3605 Marietta Highway Canton, GA 30114 Phone : 770.345.0600 Fax: 770.345.0030 
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Development Authority of Cherokee CountyOverviewWith its rapidly increasing population now exceeding 200,000, Cherokee County is averaging 10% business growth annually. Interstate-575 forms the county's economic and transportation spine-providing exceptional accessibility and connectivity to the Atlanta and Southeast markets.Cherokee County, nestled at the southern end of the Blue Ridge Mountains, has the highest mountains and most undeveloped land in metro Atlanta. The county prides itself on having provided room for quality growth while protecting the area's many natural resources, scenic vistas, and comfortable residential lifestyle. Cherokee County, Georgia is the new signature address for many companies seeking a power base in the Southeast to position themselves for new global expansion. LocationCherokee County, Georgia is approximately 25 miles northwest of downtown Atlanta, in the hub of the New South. Cherokee is a key part of the five county, North Atlanta suburban economic engine that leads the nation in growth. The county was rated by the American Business Chronicle as one of the counties with the greatest growth potential in America. At the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and on the rise of the Piedmont, Cherokee County offers pristine woodlands, beautiful lakes and convenient access to metropolitan Atlanta, U.S., and world markets. Served by excellent Interstate roadways, the Georgia Northeastern Railroad, and the Cherokee County Airport, businesses have convenient and efficient access to multiple transport modes.The Development Authority of Cherokee CountyThe Development Authority was chartered to recruit and promote quality commercial and industrial development within the county. The Authority progressively oversees the county's economic development, including the Authority's two high quality industrial parks. It is also spearheading development of several other exciting new business-industrial parks and community projects. Cherokee County is home to such corporate titans as Timken, a division of English giant Ingersol Rand, aerospace leader Universal Alloy Corporation and BizChair, a furniture supply company that has provided products for the Pentagon and American Idol. Cherokee County's strong business economy makes this an ideal location for companies desiring to combine sound business investment with excellent accessibility and quality work and living environments.The Bluffs of Technology ParkThe Bluffs has received the Atlanta Business Chronical's Land Deal of the Year for its quality and scope. The project is an outstanding example of private and intergovernmental cooperation. The development was conceived through the joint effort of the Cherokee County Commission, the Development Authority of Cherokee County, the City of Canton, and TPA Realty Services (formerly Technology Park/Atlanta Inc). This property features office, service and technology space for lease or purchase in low and mid-rise buildings. The Bluffs is modeled on the developer's successful Johns Creek project. The Bluffs, a 700-acre property, is ideal for build-to-suits and corporate campuses and even features available sites on the new Hickory Log Creek Reservoir. Cherokee County government has constructed its new administrative building in the park. In addition, TPA Realty Services donated 25 acres to Appalachian Technical College for construction of a Canton Campus. A build out of five million square feet within 15 years is anticipated. Incorporating smart growth principles and maintaining significant green space, The Bluffs is designed to create a major regional employment center convenient to residents of Cherokee County and north metro Atlanta.
This 122-acre industrial park is conveniently located off Exit 24 in the Interstate-575 corridor. Utilities, paved streets and curbing are in place to support new and expanding development. Adjacent airport facilities, fiber optic cabling, covenants, planned site development, recreational amenities and designated green spaces make the I-575/Airport Industrial Park an excellent choice for new and relocating businesses. Located in unincorporated Cherokee County, the I-575/Airport Industrial Park is home to ULMA, SMB Machinery and Meyn America. In addition, MDH Partners has started a spec building development in the park. Property remains available in this development. |
