34.7 Acres on Decatur Pike: Athens’ Premier B-3 Commercial Anchor (Parcel ID: 056 046.00) The Strategic Advantage This isn't just 34.7 acres of wooded land; it is a strategic stronghold sitting directly on Decatur Pike (State Route 30). Acting as the primary commercial artery connecting Interstate 75 (Exit 49) to the heart of Athens, this corridor is the undisputed center of gravity for regional traffic. With daily traffic counts regularly exceeding 20,000 to 22,000 vehicles, this parcel offers the high-visibility, high-volume exposure that institutional developers demand. Highest and Best Use: Driven by B-3 Zoning & Highway Proximity With its expansive footprint and B-3 Intensive Business zoning, this site is practically begging for a heavy-hitting development that can capitalize on the interstate proximity. The highest and best use scenarios include: Regional Logistics & Distribution Hub: Given the straight shot to I-75 Exit 49, this acreage is perfectly positioned for a last-mile distribution center or a regional logistics facility. It provides the heavy transport access required by B-3 zoning without navigating congested downtown grids. Large-Scale Travel Center or Fleet Facility: The sheer size allows for massive, high-clearance canopies, expansive turning radiuses for 18-wheelers, and overnight commercial parking. Big-Box Retail & Power Center: With 22,000+ cars passing by daily, the site is a prime candidate for a multi-tenant power center anchored by national big-box retailers looking to dominate the McMinn County market. Mixed-Use Commercial Campus: The 34.7 acres provide enough runway to blend highway-facing retail and hospitality with a rear-positioned professional or medical office park. Development Readiness While currently wooded, this raw canvas offers a distinct advantage: the ability to grade, clear, and master-plan a customized footprint from the ground up. You have the acreage to easily exceed standard commercial parking ratios, manage intensive stormwater requirements, and design multiple ingress/egress points along the busy Decatur Pike corridor.