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Z-26-44 — rezoning
Property at 2341 Glynn Drive, SE is being rezoned to R-4 (Single Family Residential) district via City Council ordinance. Staff, NPU, and ZRB all recommended approval with conditions, indicating strong local support for the rezoning request.
Z-26-42 — text_amendment
This case requests a waiver from the Sign Ordinance to allow excess wall signs and building signs on corner lots at 2525 Piedmont Road. The request would modify standard signage regulations for this specific property location.
Z-26-41 — annexation
Multiple properties in Decatur and Atlanta are being annexed into Atlanta's corporate limits with simultaneous rezoning to C-1, R-4, and O-I districts. This annexation case involves coordinated rezoning of multiple parcels across residential and commercial zones, which could affect development opportunities and property values in the affected areas.
U-26-13 — Commercial Recreation
This case seeks a Special Use Permit for commercial recreation use at 1541 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard, SW on a 0.1276-acre parcel in Council District 4. The applicant must comply with Section 16-32O.002(4)(G) requirements for this use type in the existing zoning district.
U-26-12 — Non-residential establishment exceeding 7,500 square feet in which alcoholic beverages are sold or consumed on premises
This case requests a Special Use Permit for a large-format establishment (4+ acres) where alcohol will be sold and consumed on-site at 1385 Collier Road, NW. The approval would allow the applicant (WestHouse) to operate an alcohol-serving venue in Council District 9 that exceeds the 7,500-square-foot threshold under Section 16-44.007(12)(A).
U-26-11 — Personal care home
This case involves a request for a special use permit to operate a personal care home on 0.62 acres at 192 Nathan Road, SW in Council District 10. The applicant will need to comply with Section 16-06.005(1)(G) requirements for personal care homes in the subject zoning district. Developers considering projects in this area should monitor the approval outcome as it may impact neighborhood character and land use compatibility.
Z-26-49 — rezoning
A 2.537-acre industrial-zoned property on Decatur Street SE is being rezoned from Light Industrial/Beltline Overlay to Mixed Residential Commercial/Beltline Overlay. This rezoning would enable mixed-use residential and commercial development on land currently restricted to industrial uses, significantly changing the property's development potential and character in this Beltline-adjacent location.
Z-26-48 — rezoning
A 4.56-acre industrial property on Glenn Street and Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard is being rezoned from Heavy Industrial (I-2) to Mixed Residential Commercial (MRC-3), enabling mixed-use development on land currently designated for industrial use. This change would allow residential and commercial activities to replace the existing industrial zoning, potentially transforming the character and density of this southwest Atlanta location.
Z-26-06 — text_amendment
This text amendment seeks to modify spacing requirements within the SPI-21 Historic West End/Adair Park district, specifically in the Adair Park Live/Work subarea. Staff recommends approval, but both the neighborhood (NPU-V-12) and Zoning Review Board have recommended denial. The change may affect development feasibility and design flexibility in this historic district.
U-26-10 — Commercial Recreation
JPPF Buckhead Village LP is seeking a special use permit for commercial recreation on three connected parcels in the Buckhead area totaling 0.94 acres. The permit has received conditional approval recommendations from both staff and the Zoning Review Board, indicating the project may proceed with specific conditions imposed.
Z-26-38 — rezoning
This rezoning request would change approximately 1.76 acres on Ponce de Leon Avenue from mixed-use and community business zoning to mixed residential-commercial zoning, while maintaining the Beltline Overlay restrictions. The project involves five parcels with multiple owners and has received conditional approval recommendations from city staff, the NPU, and the Zoning Review Board, indicating the development aligns with area planning objectives subject to specific conditions.
Z-26-37 — rezoning
Property at 686 Highland Avenue, NE is proposed to rezone from Two Family Residential (R-5) to Commercial Service District (C-2), both with Beltline Overlay protections. This 0.3-acre lot represents a shift from residential to commercial use along a major corridor in Council District 2. The NPU recommended deferral and staff recommendation is on file, indicating the case warrants careful review of commercial compatibility and Beltline overlay impacts.
Z-26-43 — rezoning
This case designates the Peachtree Circle area as a Historic District with overlay zoning (HD), requiring properties to comply with historic preservation standards. The rezoning changes current R-4 and R-4/LB/S zones to include the HD overlay, affecting development rights and architectural requirements in the district. City staff recommends approval, with conditional approval from the NPU and ZRB support.
Z-26-27 — rezoning
This case proposes to rezone a property in northwest Atlanta from R-4A to R-4B zoning, both single-family residential districts within the Northwest Atlanta Affordable Workforce Housing Overlay. The rezoning represents a modest change within the same residential zoning category while maintaining affordable housing protections applicable to the overlay.
Z-26-29 — rezoning
A rezoning request to change 573 Amsterdam Avenue, NE from R-4/BL (Single Family Residential/Beltline Overlay) to R-5/BL (Single Family Residential/Beltline Overlay). This modest zoning change within the Beltline Overlay district may affect density and development potential for this single-family residential property.
Z-26-33 — rezoning
This 8.54-acre property on Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard is being rezoned from heavy industrial and multifamily residential conditional to mixed residential commercial, which would allow for mixed-use development on the site. Staff recommends approval, though the NPU opposed the project, and the case was held by the committee for further review in July 2026.
Z-26-34 — rezoning
This rezoning case would change 1200 White Street from Industrial Mixed Use to Mixed Residential Commercial zoning, both under the Beltline Overlay. The property conversion from industrial to mixed-use residential-commercial development could affect land use compatibility and development potential in this corridor.
Z-26-35 — rezoning
This rezoning request seeks to change the zoning at 1151 Arlington Avenue, SW from single-family residential (R-4A) to two-family residential (R-5), while maintaining the Oakland City Historic District and Beltline overlay designations. The property is a small 0.17-acre parcel in Council District 12, with staff recommending approval and the ZRB also supporting the change. Developers should monitor whether this represents a trend toward increased residential density in this historic district.
U-26-09 — Place of Worship
A special use permit is being sought for a place of worship on a 3.14-acre property at 1775 Buckeye Street, SW. Staff has recommended approval with conditions, and the NPU and ZRB have supported the request. This case may impact projects involving religious or institutional uses in the Council District 12 area.
U-26-08 — Outdoor dining at an eating and drinking establishment
This case seeks a special use permit for outdoor dining at an eating and drinking establishment at 4475 Roswell Road, NE (0.966 acres). The permit is required because the property is within 1,000 feet of residential zoning districts (R-1 through R-5) or residential properties. Approval depends on demonstrating compatibility with nearby residential uses and compliance with applicable conditions.
Z-26-26 — rezoning
Three properties on Fox Street in the English Avenue Special Public Interest District are being rezoned from Subarea 1 to Subarea 2, which may affect permitted uses, development standards, and regulatory requirements for the affected parcels.
Z-26-02 — rezoning
This rezoning request seeks to change two parcels on Milton Avenue from light industrial zoning to mixed-use residential-commercial zoning while maintaining the Beltline Overlay district. The change enables residential and commercial development on currently industrially-zoned property.
Z-26-08 — rezoning
A 13.36-acre property in the Upper Westside is being rezoned from Heavy Industrial to Mixed Residential Commercial, enabling potential mixed-use development. The rezoning is recommended for approval with conditions by city staff, the NPU D Council District 9, and the Zoning Review Board.
Z-26-07 — rezoning
This rezoning application seeks to change 23.35 acres in the Upper Westside area from Heavy Industrial (I-2) to Mixed Residential Commercial (MRC-3), enabling mixed-use development on properties along Logan Circle and Chattahoochee Avenue. City staff recommends conditional approval, with support from both the NPU and Zoning Review Board.
Z-24-54 — Industrial Mixed Use with implementation of Beltline Subarea 2 Masterplan recommendations for Murphy Triangle
This rezoning case would convert 14 acres of light industrial land in the Murphy Triangle area from I-1-C to I-MIX zoning, allowing mixed-use industrial development. The change aligns the property with the adopted Beltline Subarea 2 Masterplan recommendations. Developers with industrial or mixed-use projects in this Southwest Atlanta corridor should monitor this case for potential impacts on the neighborhood's development trajectory.
U-25-41 — Personal care home
Applicant is requesting a special use permit to operate a personal care home at 947 Sims Street, SW under Atlanta's zoning ordinance. This is a specific use permit case that allows a residential care facility in a location that may not be zoned for this use by-right.
Z-25-85 — rezoning
A 0.179-acre property on Lakewood Avenue is being rezoned from single-family (R-4A) to two-family residential (R-5), enabling duplex development on the site. City staff recommends conditional approval, though the NPU opposes the request, and the case was previously held pending committee review.
U-25-40 — Park-or-hire surface parking lots
This case involves a request for a Special Use Permit under Atlanta Code Section 16-34.007(1)(L) for park-or-hire surface parking lots across four properties in the northwest area of the city. The petition covers multiple connected parcels, which could indicate a consolidated parking facility or surface lot development affecting the surrounding neighborhood character and traffic patterns.
U-25-28 — Park-for-hire facility
This case involves a request for a special use permit to operate a park-for-hire (vehicle parking) facility across multiple parcels in the Old Hapeville Road/Cleveland Avenue area. Developers should assess whether this use aligns with neighborhood character and whether similar commercial parking uses face approval challenges in this district.
Z-25-46 — rezoning
This case involves a rezoning request for 1247 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard, SW to modify conditions on the existing C-1-C/BL zoning designation. The property is staying within the same zoning district but seeking a change to its conditional requirements.
Z-26-39 — rezoning
This rezoning case would convert a small 0.17-acre single-family residential parcel on Donnelly Avenue to Community Business zoning, potentially enabling commercial use on property currently restricted to residential development. The location in Council District 10, NPU T, suggests the applicant may be seeking to develop or redevelop the site for commercial purposes rather than maintain residential use.
Z-26-32 — Construction of two digital changing billboard faces and supporting structure
This case involves a request to construct two digital changing billboard faces and supporting structure at 501 Cleveland Circle, SW. Staff and the Zoning Review Board recommend denial, though the Neighborhood Planning Unit recommends approval. Developers should monitor this case if billboard signage or digital advertising structures are relevant to their projects in this area.
Z-26-31 — Expansion of legal nonconforming use and nonconforming structure footprint
This case seeks to expand a legal nonconforming use and structure on a property zoned R-2B Single Family Residential. The request requires a waiver of land development code provisions to allow expansion of the existing nonconforming footprint. Staff, neighborhood, and zoning review board all recommend conditional approval, making this relevant if your development involves similar nonconforming use expansion or relief from zoning restrictions.
Z-26-23 — rezoning
This rezoning would convert a single-family residential property on Allene Avenue, SW from R-4A to R-5 zoning, allowing two-family residential use on approximately one-third acre. The proposal has received unanimous approval recommendations from Planning staff, the NPU council, and the Zoning Review Board, indicating strong local support for the density increase.
U-26-06 — Truck Terminal
A special use permit is being sought for a truck terminal on nearly 60 acres along Jonesboro Road, with staff recommending approval subject to conditions. The NPU Council recommended denial, while the Zoning Review Board supported conditional approval. Developers should assess whether this industrial use impacts their commercial real estate interests in the southeast Atlanta corridor.
Z-26-25 — rezoning
Terminal South, LLC is seeking to rezone 1.215 acres at 1155 Hank Aaron Drive from Light Industrial Conditional to Industrial Mixed Use, both under the Beltline Overlay. The rezoning has been recommended for approval by staff, the NPU, and the Zoning Review Board, indicating support for expanded mixed-use industrial development at this location.
12-215 — rezoning
Multiple parcels across Decatur and Atlanta are being rezoned upon annexation into Atlanta city limits, with different properties designated for C-1 Community Business, R-4 Single Family Residential, and O-I Office Institutional uses. This rezoning establishes the zoning framework for these annexed properties and could significantly impact development potential and land use compatibility in the affected areas.
Z-26-36 — rezoning
This case involves a major site plan amendment and change of conditions for a 6.9-acre multifamily residential property on Braeburn Circle, SE, with the current and requested zoning both being MR-2-C. The amendment will modify conditions affecting the existing multifamily development on this DeKalb County parcel.
U-26-07 — Private club
Ansley Golf Club, Inc. seeks a Special Use Permit for a private club on 52.247 acres at 196 Montgomery Ferry Drive, NE, pursuant to Section 16-06.005(1)(D). Staff recommendation is approval conditional on meeting specified conditions, with support from both NPU and ZRB recommendations.
Z-26-24 — rezoning
This case involves a change of conditions for a planned development housing parcel at 1579 Gates Place, NW in Atlanta, with rezoning remaining within the same PD-H classification. The property is a small 0.08-acre lot in the DuPont Commons subdivision, and staff has recommended conditional approval. Development activity is limited by the parcel's minimal size.
Z-26-09 — rezoning
This rezoning modifies the Cabbagetown Landmark District subarea designation for a church property on Kirkwood Avenue from Subarea 3 to Subarea 4, both within the Beltline Overlay. The change is supported by staff and the Zoning Review Board but opposed by the local NPU council.
Z-26-001 — rezoning
This case seeks to rezone an 11.185-acre property from single-family residential (R-1) to a Planned Development Housing district (PD-H), which would enable housing development on the site. The property is located at 1950 West Paces Ferry Road and 2518 West Wesley Road in Atlanta, and falls under NPU A Council District 8. Developers tracking residential rezoning opportunities or competing projects in this northwest Atlanta corridor should monitor this case.
Z-26-01 — rezoning
Property at 1950 West Paces Ferry Road and 2518 West Wesley Road is proposed to rezone from single-family residential (R-1) to planned development housing (PD-H). This rezoning could enable higher-density residential development on currently single-family zoned land in the NW area.
Z-26-12 — rezoning
Property at four addresses on Bellview Avenue NW is being rezoned from MR-2 to MR-3 multifamily residential, both within the Northwest Affordable Workforce Housing Overlay. This modest 0.36-acre parcel may support higher-density residential development while remaining subject to affordable housing requirements.
Z-25-01 — rezoning
This rezoning case seeks to convert 13.87 acres from light industrial use to mixed residential-commercial development along Sylvan Road in Atlanta's NPU X district. Staff has recommended denial despite NPU approval, though the Zoning Review Board also recommended denial. Developers should monitor this case as the outcome will affect mixed-use development opportunities in this industrial corridor.
Z-26-18 — rezoning
Multiple parcels totaling six addresses on Woodland Avenue, NE are being rezoned to MR-2 (Multifamily Residential) upon annexation into the City of Atlanta. All reviewing bodies—staff, NPU, and ZRB—recommend approval, indicating this multifamily development will likely proceed. This rezoning could significantly impact the character of this corridor by opening it to residential multifamily development.
Z-26-20 — Service Station
This case involves a waiver of certain provisions in Atlanta's C-2 zoning district to allow a service station use at 1675 Memorial Drive, SE. Staff, the neighborhood planning unit, and the zoning review board all recommend approval of the request. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in similar commercial uses or C-2 district development in Atlanta.
MRPA-24-05 — Single-family dwelling
This case seeks a Metropolitan River Protection Act certificate to permit construction of a new single-family home on approximately 1.9 acres in Fulton County. The project involves compliance with river protection regulations rather than a zoning change. Developers should monitor this if working in river protection overlay districts or pursuing similar environmental compliance projects in the area.
U-26-05 — Non-residential establishment exceeding 7,500 square feet in which alcoholic beverages are sold or consumed on the premises
This case involves a special use permit for a large non-residential establishment (6.815 acres) where alcoholic beverages will be sold or consumed on-site at 665 Marietta Street, NW. The property is located in NPU E, Council District 3, and has received conditional approval recommendations from both staff and the ZRB. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in large mixed-use or entertainment venues in this Atlanta area.
U-26-04 — Personal care home
This case requests a special use permit to operate a personal care home on a 0.12-acre parcel in Council District 3. Staff, the NPU, and ZRB all recommend denial of the application.
Z-26-16 — rezoning
This case seeks to rezone 1.187 acres at 80 Oak Drive from R-4 to R-4B single-family residential zoning. Staff recommends denial while the NPU recommends denial, though the Zoning Review Board conditionally recommends approval, indicating disagreement on the project's merit.
Z-26-21 — Landmark Building/Site overlay designation for New Hope AME Church
This case involves rezoning the New Hope AME Church property from R-3 Single Family Residential to R-3/LBS to apply a Landmark Building/Site overlay designation. The property is located at 3012 Arden Road, NW in Atlanta. All recommending bodies (Staff, NPU, and ZRB) have approved this designation, which protects the historic church building and site.
Z-26-15 — Major Site Plan Amendment
This case involves a major site plan amendment for a 5.34-acre planned development housing property on Wells Drive. While the rezoning remains within the same PD-H district classification, the site plan modifications could impact land use patterns and development intensity at this location. Staff, NPU, and the Zoning Review Board all recommend approval subject to conditions.
Z-26-13 — rezoning
This rezoning request would allow the property at 875 North Grand Avenue to be developed with two-family residential units instead of single-family homes, while maintaining the Northwest Affordable Workforce Housing Overlay restrictions. The 0.25-acre parcel in Council District 3 would shift from R-4A to R-5 zoning, potentially enabling greater housing density and supporting affordable workforce housing goals in the area.
Z-25-78 — rezoning
This rezoning would allow a 0.3-acre parcel at 511 South Evelyn Place in Atlanta to transition from single-family to two-family residential use. The property is owned by GP Renewal Rentals, LLC, and the approval would enable duplex development on a currently single-family-zoned lot. Developers interested in residential infill projects in NPU J, District 9 should monitor this case.
Z-25-70 — rezoning
This rezoning request seeks to change a 0.31-acre parcel from single-family residential (R-4) to two-family residential (R-5) zoning. The property is located in NPU J, Council District 9, and the application was filed on October 9, 2025. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in two-family residential development in this Atlanta area or are tracking similar zoning transitions.
Z-25-75 — rezoning
This rezoning request seeks to convert a 0.31-acre single-family residential parcel at 11 Mildred Place to two-family residential use. The change from R-4 to R-5 zoning would enable duplex or two-unit development on the property currently owned by GP Renewal Rentals. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in small multifamily projects in NPU J, Council District 9.
Z-26-04 — other
This case proposes an amendment to the prohibited uses section of the Martin Luther King, Jr Landmark District zoning code. The amendment has been recommended for approval by staff, the NPU, and the Zoning Review Board. Developers should monitor this case if they have projects within this landmark district.
MRPA-26-03 — Single-family detached dwelling on a basement with a garage
This case involves a request for a Metropolitan River Protection Act certificate to construct a single-family home with a basement and garage on a small 0.229-acre lot. The permit is being processed through the Zoning Committee and appears on the consent agenda for first reading. Developers should monitor whether river protection requirements or environmental constraints could affect similar riverfront or riparian projects in the area.
U-26-03 — Outdoor sales area and outdoor dining at eating and drinking establishments
This case seeks approval for outdoor sales and outdoor dining at an eating and drinking establishment at 520 Daniel Street, SE. The request requires a special use permit because the property is located within 1,000 feet of residential districts (R-1 through R-5) and residential properties. The Zoning Committee will consider this application, with staff recommending approval conditional on specified conditions.
U-26-02 — Community Center
This case seeks a special use permit for a community center on approximately 0.47 acres at Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway. The NPU has recommended deferral of the application, which may impact the hearing outcome. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in similar special use permits or community-focused developments in the area.
Z-26-14 — Multifamily Residential
This rezoning would allow development of 13 acres of property from residential and mixed-use zoning to multifamily residential, supporting increased housing density in the Westside area. The proposal has received unanimous approval from staff, NPU G, and the Zoning Review Board, indicating alignment with local development goals. Developers should note this cleared case for potential land acquisition or partnership opportunities in this revitalization corridor.
Z-26-11 — rezoning
This case rezones approximately 24.7 acres from single-family residential (R-4) to planned development housing (PD-H) in the County Line Road corridor. The multi-owner property has received conditional approval from staff, the ZRB, and the NPU, suggesting the project may proceed with negotiated conditions. Developers should monitor the final ordinance conditions to understand building standards and design requirements for this mixed-ownership residential development.
Z-26-03 — rezoning
This rezoning changes a small 0.27-acre parcel at 2404 Main Street from R-4A to R-4B single-family residential zoning, both under the Northwest Workforce Housing Overlay. The property is supported by staff, NPU, and ZRB recommendations for approval, suggesting minimal opposition and alignment with affordable workforce housing goals.
Z-25-67 — rezoning
This rezoning request would convert two properties on Howard Street from single-family residential to planned development housing, allowing for a higher-density residential project on a 0.66-acre site in Council District 5. The staff recommends conditional approval, though the Neighborhood Planning Unit recommended denial, indicating potential community opposition to the density change.
U-25-15 — Outdoor sales area
This special use permit request seeks approval for an outdoor sales area on a 0.68-acre property at 1515 Howell Mill Road, NW. Staff has recommended conditional approval, indicating the use may be permitted subject to certain conditions. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in similar retail or outdoor sales operations in the Howell Mill corridor or NPU D-9 area.
Z-26-10 — rezoning
This case involves a rezoning of a 0.28-acre single-family residential property from R-4/BL to R-4B/BL at 1422 Athens Avenue, SW. The zoning change is a minor reclassification within the same residential/overlay category and has received conditional approval recommendations from staff, the NPU, and the Zoning Review Board. Developers should note this property's location in NPU X, Council District 12, and monitor the conditions imposed on approval.
U-26-01 — Non-residential establishment exceeding 7,500 square feet in which alcoholic beverages are sold or consumed on the premises
This special use permit allows a large alcohol-serving establishment (over 7,500 sq ft) to operate at 690 11th Street NW in the Midtown area. The applicant, Ladybird West Midtown LLC, has received conditional approval from both staff and the Zoning Review Board, as well as support from the NPU E Council. Developers should note this is a conditional approval requiring compliance with specific terms and conditions.
Z-25-81 — rezoning
A 0.14-acre property on Anderson Avenue, NW is being rezoned from single-family residential (R-4A) to Planned Development Housing (PD-H), allowing for increased residential density. The rezoning has been recommended for approval with conditions by the staff, NPU, and Zoning Review Board, suggesting developer-friendly conditions may be negotiable.
Z-25-80 — rezoning
This case involves a rezoning of a 0.412-acre single-family residential property at 1140 Oglethorpe Avenue, SW from R-4A to R-4B zoning. The zoning change has been recommended for approval by staff, the NPU, and the ZRB, indicating general support for the modification to single-family residential density standards. Developers should monitor this case if considering acquisitions or development in the Oglethorpe Avenue corridor in Council District 4.
U-25-30 — Day Care Center
This is a Special Use Permit application for a day care center at 532 Cleveland Avenue, SW on an 18.98-acre property in Council District 12. Staff, the NPU, and the ZRB all recommend conditional approval, indicating the use is permitted but with specific operational or site conditions. Developers with interests in commercial childcare facilities or competing uses in this corridor should monitor this conditional approval and any restrictions that may be imposed.
Z-25-73 — rezoning
Lincoln Cemetery, Inc. is seeking to rezone 1.31 acres on Joseph E. Boone Boulevard, NW from single-family residential to commercial service district to enable a change in property use. The city's Zoning Review Board and staff recommend approval with conditions, indicating this project has progressed through the review process with conditional support.
Z-25-44 — rezoning
This rezoning petition seeks to convert four single-family residential properties on Hosea L. Williams Drive from R-4A to PD-H zoning to enable planned development housing. The 0.44-acre site has received conditional approval from staff, the ZRB, and the NPU, suggesting the development aligns with area goals subject to compliance conditions.
Z-25-83 — other
This ordinance amendment modifies the definition of Public Entertainment District and allows projection and wrap signs within the SPI-1 zoning district during large downtown entertainment events when activated by City Council. Developers with signage plans in the SPI-1 district should monitor this change, as it creates new opportunities for digital and wrap signage under specific time, place, and manner criteria.
Z-25-50 — rezoning
This rezoning case involves a small 0.083-acre parcel on Griffin Street, NW in the Vine City Special Public Interest District, shifting from Subarea 6 to Subarea 5 while maintaining the Westside Affordable Workforce Housing Overlay. The case was held for further information at a January 28, 2026 hearing and may affect projects in the Vine City affordable housing corridor.
Z-26-002 — rezoning
This case proposes rezoning 1.617 acres on Milton Avenue from light industrial use to mixed residential-commercial, enabling more flexible development of the Beltline-adjacent property. The change from I-1-C to MRC-3 zoning could significantly affect the character and permitted uses for this strategically located parcel near the intersection of Milton Avenue and McDonough Boulevard.
Z-25-82 — rezoning
This rezoning changes a 0.253-acre lot on Cato Street from single-family residential (R-4A) to multifamily residential (MR-2), enabling apartment or multi-unit development on the property. The rezoning has received approval recommendations from Staff, the Neighborhood Planning Unit (NPU-J), and the Zoning Review Board.
Z-25-77 — rezoning
This is a rezoning request to change 0.537 acres on Cascade Terrace from R-4 to R-4A single-family residential zoning. Staff, NPU, and Zoning Review Board all recommend approval, indicating no apparent obstacles to the reclassification.
Z-25-76 — pd_amendment
This case proposes to increase the allowable residential floor area ratio (FAR) within the Historic West End/Adair Park Special Public Interest District Subarea 1, which would permit denser residential development in this designated historic district. Developers considering residential projects in this area should monitor this amendment as it directly affects development density limits and entitled building heights.
Z-25-69 — rezoning
This case involves a rezoning of a 0.78-acre parcel at 125 Howell Drive, SW from R-4 to R-4A single-family residential zoning. The property owner Tommy Fedrick is seeking this zoning change, which has received approval recommendations from both Staff and the Zoning Review Board. Developers should note this parcel if interested in single-family residential development in the Howell Drive corridor, as the zoning adjustment has cleared all review stages.
Z-25-74 — Digital changing billboard and supporting structures
This case involves authorization for a digital changing billboard and supporting structures at a Peachtree Street location. Staff and the Zoning Review Board recommend denial, though the neighborhood planning unit supports approval, indicating potential community development versus regulatory compliance concerns for the project site.
Z-25-71 — other
This ordinance amendment modifies Atlanta's zoning standards to require push button activators at primary pedestrian entrances where the building's relationship to the street is required. The change applies citywide across all Neighborhood Planning Units and affects the design requirements for building facades and pedestrian access.
Z-25-32 — rezoning
This case seeks to rezone a 1.894-acre parcel at 1345 Bolton Road, NW from single-family residential to planned development housing, indicating a significant shift toward higher-density residential use. The staff and Zoning Review Board both recommend conditional approval, suggesting the project meets basic criteria but requires compliance with specific conditions. Developers in the area should monitor this precedent for housing density and conditional requirements in the Bolton Road corridor.
U-25-39 — Outdoor dining at restaurants
This special use permit allows outdoor dining at restaurants on Edgewood Avenue, SE when located within 1,000 feet of residential zoning districts. The 0.81-acre property at 717 Edgewood Avenue, SE requires conditional approval and is recommended favorably by staff, NPU, and ZRB.
U-25-36 — Outdoor Sales Area
This case seeks a special use permit for outdoor sales at 1611 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard on a 0.16-acre parcel. While the NPU recommends approval, both staff and the Zoning Review Board recommend denial, suggesting potential obstacles to the outdoor sales use. Developers considering similar outdoor sales operations in this area should note the regulatory resistance and track this case's outcome.
Z-25-56 — rezoning
This rezoning request would convert a 0.45-acre heavy industrial site on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway into multifamily residential and commercial use. The property has received unanimous approval from both staff and the ZRB, indicating a shift from industrial to mixed-use development in this area.
Z-25-72 — other
This ordinance proposes to waive Code section 16-28.008(5)(A)(1) to allow 6-foot walls and fences in half-depth front yards within single-family zoning districts in the Riverside Neighborhood. Staff recommends denial while the NPU recommends approval, indicating potential community support versus staff concerns. Developers operating in this area should note this waiver request as it could affect fence/wall requirements for residential properties.
Z-25-65 — rezoning
This case involves rezoning a parcel on Peeples Street from Subarea 7 to Subarea 8 within the Historic West End/Adair Park Special Public Interest District. The rezoning changes the subarea designation within the same SPI-21 district, which may affect development requirements and regulations applicable to the property.
U-25-32 — Community Center
This special use permit application seeks approval for a community center at two adjacent properties on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway. Staff and the Zoning Review Board recommend approval with conditions, indicating the proposed use is generally compatible with the area but subject to specific performance requirements.
U-25-37 — Cell Tower
A cell tower special use permit is being sought for a 20.08-acre property on Joseph E. Boone Boulevard, NW in Council District 3. The case has received conditional approval recommendations from both staff and the Zoning Review Board, with NPU support. Developers should monitor whether the conditions imposed affect adjacent properties or create precedent for similar telecom infrastructure requests in the area.
U-25-35 — Private school
Pace Academy, Inc. is seeking a special use permit to operate a private school on approximately 34.6 acres across four parcels located on West Paces Ferry Road and Rilman Road in Atlanta. The staff, NPU, and Zoning Review Board all recommend conditional approval, suggesting there are specific conditions attached to this development that should be reviewed.
U-25-34 — Outdoor sales area
This special use permit allows an outdoor sales area at 420 Chapel Street, SW under Section 16-34.007(1)(K). The 0.558-acre property in Atlanta NPU M, Council District 3 fronts Chapel Street and may impact commercial activity and street presence in the area. The application was filed on October 7, 2025, with NPU recommendation of deferral.
U-25-33 — Special school larger than 8,000 square feet
This case seeks approval for a special use permit to construct a school facility exceeding 8,000 square feet on 4 acres at 2295 Benjamin E. Mays Drive, SW. The Zoning Committee, staff, and Zoning Review Board all recommend conditional approval, making this a viable educational use in the area. Developers should monitor whether conditions affect site planning, parking, or access to the property.
U-25-31 — Preschool
Virginia Highland Baptist Church seeks a Special Use Permit to operate a preschool at their 0.635-acre property on Virginia Avenue, NE. Staff, NPU, and ZRB all recommend approval with conditions. This case is relevant if you have interest in educational facilities, church-based services, or development in the NPU F-6 corridor.
U-25-25 — Outdoor amusement enterprise
This 1.86-acre special use permit application would authorize an outdoor amusement enterprise at multiple properties spanning Foundry Street, Northside Drive, Spencer Street, and Electric Avenue in Atlanta's NPU-L Council District 3. Staff, the neighborhood planning unit, and the Zoning Review Board all recommend conditional approval, indicating this use requires specific conditions to proceed.
U-25-14 — Personal Care Home
This case involves a special use permit request for a personal care home at 2694 Fairlane Drive, SE in Council District 12. The NPU has recommended denial of the application. Developers should monitor this case if interested in personal care home projects or precedent for special use permits in the Rosedale Heights area.
Z-25-68 — Mixed-use development
A 66.37-acre rezoning from single-family residential to planned development mixed-use on Field Road and Yates Drive in NPU G, Council District 9. The Housing Authority of Atlanta seeks to develop a major mixed-use site plan on currently zoned residential land. Staff recommendation is approval with conditions, with supporting recommendations from the NPU and ZRB.
Z-25-66 — rezoning
This case involves rezoning 0.957 acres at 2199 Lenox Road from single-family residential (RG-3) to multifamily residential (MR-3), enabling higher-density development. Staff recommends approval and the Zoning Review Board supports the rezoning, though the NPU council opposes it.
Z-25-62 — rezoning
This is a rezoning request for a 0.41-acre single-family residential property from R-4 to R-4A zoning. The proposal has been unanimously recommended for approval by staff, the NPU, and the Zoning Review Board, suggesting minimal controversy. Developers should monitor this case if operating in the NPU H-Council District 10 area, as the R-4A designation may indicate changing development patterns in the neighborhood.
Z-25-38 — Multifamily Residential Development
This rezoning request seeks to convert 2.6 acres from single-family residential (R-4) to multifamily residential (MR-3) zoning at three properties on La Dawn Lane NW in NPU D. Staff, NPU, and the Zoning Review Board have all recommended denial of the application.
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