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BOC approves temporary five-year permit for Dawsonville man’s portable sawmill

Jackie Townley said he’s been using the portable sawmill for about six weeks as of Sept. 21. James Brewer shared that Hulsey has seen and heard the machine since June. Photo courtesy of the Dawson County Planning Department.

PLANNING 2.jpg — Jackie Townley said he’s been using the portable sawmill for about six weeks as of Sept. 21. James Brewer shared that Hulsey has seen and heard the machine since June. Photo courtesy of the Dawson County Planning Department.

Resident Jackie Townley can continue to operate his hobby sawmill through June 2026 after the Dawson County Board of Commissioners approved his application for a five-year temporary special use permit during its Oct. 21 voting session.