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West Atlanta neighbors fight to save only nearby grocery store from self-storage development
By Eryn Rogers, WSB-TV at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
Neighbors in a West Atlanta community are pushing back against a proposal they say could leave many residents without access to a nearby grocery store.Dozens of people gathered Wednesday evening outside the Buy Low grocery store on James Jackson Parkway to protest a proposed self-storage facility...
Key takeaway [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]The closest grocery stores to the area are about 3.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The potential loss of the Buy Low grocery store in West Atlanta to a self-storage development has significant implications for the community's food security. With the closest alternative grocery stores approximately 3.5 miles away, residents without reliable transportation will face substantial barriers to accessing basic necessities. This concern is particularly pressing in an area where multiple storage facilities already exist, prompting questions about the need for additional storage capacity. The recent city council moratorium on new self-storage facilities may not apply to this specific proposal, but it does reflect a growing recognition of the need to balance development with community needs. As the city grapples with issues of equity and access, the fate of the Buy Low grocery store serves as a test case for prioritizing the needs of vulnerable populations and ensuring that all residents have access to essential services.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Neighbors in a West Atlanta community are pushing back against a proposal they say could leave many residents without access to a nearby grocery store.Dozens of people gathered Wednesday evening outside the Buy Low grocery store on James Jackson Parkway to protest a proposed self-storage facility...
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