McDonald's Drive-Thru Redevelopment on Pulaski Road
Huntington
Summary
The board enthusiastically backed zoning variances and special permits to turn a long-vacant bank at Pulaski Road and Park Avenue into a McDonald's with a drive-thru. Officials agreed that redeveloping the eyesore outweighs minor parking variances, though county road access will need approval.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Private commercial investment and revitalization of a vacant commercial property.
The property owner, developer, and consumers seeking dining options.
None identified, though traffic impacts will require county oversight.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Zoning Board Meeting - Jun 4, 2026
McDonald's is seeking a special use permit, multiple variances, and code definition relief to demolish a vacant bank at 260 East Pulaski Road in Greenlawn and build a 3,797-square-foot restaurant with a dual-lane drive-thru. Hundreds of residents and local officials turned out to oppose the project, citing severe traffic congestion, pedestrian safety hazards, emergency vehicle access issues, and incompatibility with the surrounding residential neighborhood.
Plannning Board Meeting - May 6, 2026
The board enthusiastically backed zoning variances and special permits to turn a long-vacant bank at Pulaski Road and Park Avenue into a McDonald's with a drive-thru. Officials agreed that redeveloping the eyesore outweighs minor parking variances, though county road access will need approval.
Related development
McDonald's Greenlawn (260 East Pulaski Road)
Residents strongly objected due to severe traffic congestion, safety risks at a high-crash intersection, and negative impacts on neighborhood character.
McDonald's USA (Pulaski & Park)
Revitalizes a vacant eyesore into a commercial hub, subject to county traffic review.
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