Savannah’s Historic Heart Under Siege | Savannah News

A bold new high-rise proposal is shaking up Savannah’s historic downtown, with developer Greg Parker eyeing the site across from City Hall in Johnson Square. While supporters see it as a sign of urban vitality, locals fear it’ll clash with Savannah’s beloved old-world charm — worrying about how tourists and residents will experience the area. Concerns range from disrupting the historic vibe to potential safety issues like falling ice. Though the existing 1950s building isn’t deemed historically significant and has already received approval for demolition, the debate rages on — with the mayor calling construction a positive sign, but noting the city hasn’t yet stepped in since zoning is the key issue. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2559f4fd60cb4032