Ashley Park-Wansley 500kV Transmission Line Project-APW500

Project #: APW500 (Georgia Power does not assign a standard project code, so this code utilizes the 1st 3 initials of “Ashley Park-Wansley” and “500” referring to the transmission line voltage.)
Type: Transmission Line Project
Project Length: 35 miles
Affected Counties: Coweta, Fayette, Fulton, and Heard Counties
Condemning Authority: Georgia Power
Estimated Affected Parcels: 300+
Estimated Cost: Unknown at this time
Right-of-Way Funds: Unknown at this time

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Description

The Ashley Park-Wansley 500kV Transmission Line Project consists of a new 35-mile transmission line that will connect the Ashley Park Substation north of Fayetteville in Fayette County to Plant Wansley in Heard County near Roopville, crossing through Fulton and Coweta counties. Georgia Power plans to build new battery energy storage systems and natural gas generation in Roopville.

Transmission lines carry electricity from generation plants to local distribution networks. These upgrades include the installation of advanced high-voltage transmission lines, updated and improved substations, and smart grid technologies.

This project is part of Georgia Power’s efforts to strengthen and expand the electric grid to enhance system reliability, support Georgia’s evolving energy needs, and ensure safe, resilient service for the future.

Business and homeowner concerns

More than 300 parcels will be affected by the project. Even the smallest taking could render a property unlivable or in violation of county building codes and regulations. Some common concerns property owners near new transmission lines cite include decreased property values, health risks from electromagnetic fields, noise pollution, and safety hazards, among others.

There may also be utility easements taken and damage to property owners via inverse condemnation.

What to do if your property is affected

Even though Georgia Power can take your land for a public good project, you still have rights. The Georgia Constitution requires the condemning authority to compensate property owners when it takes their land. Remember this: when you receive your offer, you’re not required to accept it! In our experience, your property is likely worth significantly more than Georgia Power’s initial offer.

You have the right to fair compensation. The initial offer is just the beginning – as long as you do not accept it. You can fight for more. Call 1-888-391-1339 or contact us as soon as possible for a complimentary case evaluation.

We do not take a fee unless we increase the initial offer, and our fee only comes from the increased amount – this is our no fee guarantee.² The initial offer is entirely yours regardless of what you do next or what we may be able to obtain.

Further, we front the costs of fighting your case and if we’re unable to increase the government’s offer to you, you don’t pay them. We do. That is how confident we are that we can assist you.

News and Publications

Georga Power Press Release: South Metro Atlanta communities to benefit from new transmission infrastructure projects including Ashley Park-Wansley line
DailyEnergyInsider: Georgia Power to embark on transmission project as part of 10-year plan
WSB-TV2: New Georgia Power lines could affect hundreds of properties
Fayette News: North Fayette Residents Strategize Against Incoming High Voltage Transmission Lines
The Newnan Times-Herald: Coweta residents invited to Georgia Power hearings on new transmission line

Project maps

Estimated project schedule

Q2 2025: Survey Notifications to Landowners

Q4 2025 – Q1 2026: Community Meetings

ROW date: 2025-2027

Q1 2027: Line Clearings & Grading begins

Q3 2027: Line Construction begins

Q2 2028: Project complete

Affected parcels

An estimated 300+ parcels of property will be affected by the Ashley Park-Wansley 500kV Transmission Line Project which consists of a 35-mile transmission line connecting the Ashley Park Substation in Fayette County to Plant Wansley in Heard County, crossing through Fulton and Coweta counties.

For homeowners and commercial property owners in the path of the Ashley Park-Wansley 500kV Transmission Line Project, it is critical to understand that Georgia Power’s initial offer is just that – initial. We do not recommend you accept the initial offer. On average, our clients get nearly 3x the initial offer for their properties.¹

Get a free case
evaluation today.

There are only a handful of attorneys in GA who practice eminent domain exclusively. And even fewer with DOT experience. That’s why it’s always worth it to get a free case evaluation.

Here’s how it works:

1) Tell us about your situation.

2) We research your property as needed, using DOT maps, our own technology, and experience to see the exact effects.

3) We let you know what we think a fair offer would be. This evaluation is free, and there’s no
pressure or obligation to hire us after.

But please don’t wait to act. Waiting can hurt your case, and the cost is the same: free.

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