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‘Food over storage’: Northwest Atlanta residents rally against plan to replace grocery store with self-storage facility
By Sydney Stallworth at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 9, 2026
· 2 min read
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Northwest Atlanta residents rallied Wednesday against plans to replace a neighborhood grocery store with a self-storage facility, saying the loss would worsen food access in an area they say already has limited grocery options.The rally took place outside the B...
Key takeaway “This is the only store that some of the residents have to go to,” said Ola Reynolds, a longtime northwest Atlanta resident.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The potential loss of the Buy Low supermarket in Northwest Atlanta's Brookview Heights area has significant implications for the community's food security and local economy. With the nearest grocery stores over 3.5 miles away, residents without reliable transportation would be severely impacted, forcing them to shop outside the city and take their dollars elsewhere. This is particularly concerning for seniors and low-income families who rely on the store for basic necessities. The city's recent approval of a moratorium on new self-storage facilities suggests that officials are aware of the issue, but the developer's persistence in pursuing the project underscores the need for continued community engagement and advocacy. As the Board of Zoning Adjustment prepares to make a final decision, residents will be watching closely to see if their concerns are heard and their needs prioritized. The outcome will have a lasting impact on the character and viability of the neighborhood.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Northwest Atlanta residents rallied Wednesday against plans to replace a neighborhood grocery store with a self-storage facility, saying the loss would worsen food access in an area they say already has limited grocery options.The rally took place outside the B...
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