DeKalb County, GA — rezoning & P&Z cases
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Z-26-1248111 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
This case involves an amendment to the Greater Hidden Hills Overlay District regulations in Chapter 27-3.37 of the DeKalb County Code. The amendment is intended to align the overlay district standards with the community's vision and development goals for the area. Developers working in the Greater Hidden Hills area should monitor this case as it may affect development standards, design requirements, and land use permissions within the overlay district.
LP-26-1248113 — rezoning
This case seeks to rezone 1734 Henrico Road from Industrial (M) zoning to Residential Medium Lot zoning (R-100), both within the Bouldercrest Overlay District and Soapstone Historic District. The rezoning will change the property's tier designation within the overlay district from Tier 4a to Tier 5, potentially affecting land use compatibility and development constraints in this historic district.
Z-26-1248109 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
This case involves a comprehensive plan amendment to change the land use character of 1734 Henrico Road from Light Industrial (LIND) to Suburban (SUB), which could affect future development potential and zoning eligibility for the property. The amendment was initiated by the Director of Planning & Sustainability and will be heard by the Planning Commission on July 7, 2026. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in the affected property or adjacent areas in Commission Districts 3 and 6.
LP-26-1248110 — rezoning
This rezoning application proposes converting an industrially-zoned property to residential medium-lot zoning within the Bouldercrest Overlay and Soapstone Historic District. The change involves modifying both the overlay tier (from Tier 4a to Tier 5) and the underlying zoning district (from M Industrial to R-100 Residential). Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in the Soapstone Historic District or Bouldercrest Overlay regulations.
SLUP-26-1248093 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
This case involves an amendment to the land use plan for a property on Henrico Road, changing the character area designation from Light Industrial to Suburban. The change may affect what types of development and uses are permitted on this site. Developers with interests in this area or similar industrial-to-suburban transitions should monitor the outcome.
SLUP-26-1248092 — child daycare facility for up to six children
Rooted in Christ Academy is seeking a Special Land Use Permit to operate a small child daycare facility for up to six children at 6706 Princeton Park Trail in an R-100 residential zoning district. This case is relevant to developers interested in residential or mixed-use projects in DeKalb County Commission Districts 4 and 7, as it establishes precedent for child care uses in residential zones.
SLUP-26-1248091 — Personal Care Home (PCH) for up to six clients
This case involves a renewal of a Special Land Use Permit for a Personal Care Home serving up to six clients on a residentially-zoned property. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in medium-lot residential areas or assisted living/care facility developments in DeKalb County Commission Districts 4 and 6.
Z-26-1248094 — child daycare facility for up to six (6) children
Love Bugs Learning Home seeks a Special Land Use Permit to operate a child daycare facility for up to six children in an R-100 residential district at 3319 Tarragon Drive. This case involves residential compatibility considerations typical of home-based childcare proposals in medium-lot residential zones.
Z-26-1248023 — salon suites
Mohammad Alawneh is seeking to rezone 3040 Briarcliff Road from Office-Institution (O-I) to Local Commercial (C-1) zoning to operate salon suites at the location. This rezoning would allow a commercial retail service use in place of the current office/institutional zoning designation.
SLUP-26-1247923 — rezoning
This rezoning request seeks to convert residential zoning to local commercial zoning at 2570 McAfee Road while maintaining the existing I-20 Overlay District tier classification. The change would allow commercial development on a currently residentially-zoned property in Commission Districts 3 and 7.
Z-26-1247931 — Package store
An application for a Special Land Use Permit to operate a package store at 5395 Covington Highway in a C-2 zoning district with Hidden Hills Overlay District restrictions. The case was previously denied by the Planning Commission in March 2026 and deferred by the Board of Commissioners, now scheduled for reconsideration at the July 2026 meeting.
SLUP-25-1247635 — townhome community
This rezoning case seeks to convert office-institutional property to medium-density residential for a townhome community development. The case was previously denied by the Planning Commission in September 2025 per staff recommendation but has been repeatedly deferred at the Board of Commissioners level, suggesting ongoing negotiations or revisions.
LP-26-1247932 — Single-family residential development
This rezoning proposal would convert three industrial-zoned parcels on Henrico Road from industrial to residential use within a historic district overlay. The applicant is seeking approval to develop the site as a single-family residential project, which requires rezoning from M (Industrial) to R-100 (Residential Medium Lot) zoning and moving from Tier 4a to Tier 5 within the Bouldercrest Overlay District.
Z-26-1247933 — Single-family residential development
Eisenhower Services, Inc. is seeking to rezone approximately 1680 and 1700 Henrico Road from Light Industrial (LIND) to Suburban (SUB) character area to enable single-family residential development. The case has been deferred twice and is scheduled for the July 7, 2026 Board of Commissioners Zoning Meeting. Developers should monitor this rezoning request as it represents a shift from industrial to residential use in the affected commission districts 3 and 6.
Z-26-1247923 — mixed residential community
Tikay Investments is seeking to rezone three parcels on Gresham Road from single-family residential (R-75) to medium density residential (MR-1) to develop a mixed residential community. The case has been deferred twice and is now scheduled for hearing before the DeKalb County Planning Commission on July 7, 2026.
TA-26-1248040 — other
This text amendment applies county-wide and addresses procedures for identifying repeated nuisance properties and establishing notice, corrective action, and administrative fee mechanisms. The case may impact developers and property owners through new compliance requirements and fees related to nuisance property management.
TA-26-1248065 — Short-term rental regulations and residential entertainment amendments
This is a text amendment to the zoning ordinance affecting short-term rental regulations across multiple zoning districts including Residential Estate, Office-Institutional, Office-Institutional-Transitional, Light Industrial, and Heavy Industrial zones. Developers should review whether the proposed changes to residential entertainment definitions and allowances impact their projects or future development plans in these districts.
TA-26-1248067 — other
This is a county-wide text amendment to clarify provisions in Chapter 24 (Short-Term Rental excise tax) and Chapter 27 (zoning). The amendment affects zoning regulations across all districts in DeKalb County and may impact development standards, rental regulations, or other zoning provisions depending on the specific clarifications made.
Z-26-1248010 — other
This case proposes to amend the Bouldercrest-Cedar Grove-Moreland Overlay District to permit limited office uses under a Special Land Use Permit within Tier V of the overlay. Developers with projects in this overlay district should monitor whether this amendment affects their land use options and permitting requirements.
SLUP-26-1248044 — Existing place of worship
Avondale Church of Christ is seeking to rezone 4017 Memorial Drive from residential (R-75) to Office Institutional (OI) zoning to legalize an existing place of worship on the property. This rezoning application will be heard by the DeKalb County Planning Commission at the May 5, 2026 meeting.
SLUP-26-1248043 — fuel pumps in an activity center (Town Center) character area
QuikTrip Corporation is seeking a Special Land Use Permit to install fuel pumps at three addresses on Memorial Drive in a Town Center activity center currently zoned C-1 Local Commercial. This case affects developers planning commercial projects in DeKalb County's activity centers and establishes precedent for fuel retail uses in this character area.
SLUP-26-1248016 — Accessory alcohol outlet
QuikTrip Corporation is seeking a Special Land Use Permit to operate an accessory alcohol outlet at three properties on Memorial Drive in a Local Commercial zoning district. This case involves staff-recommended conditions, which may affect operational parameters and compliance requirements for the proposed use.
Z-26-1248021 — drive-through facility (car wash)
QuikTrip is seeking a Special Land Use Permit to operate a drive-through car wash at a three-parcel site on Memorial Drive in the C-1 zoning district. This case is relevant if you are interested in the commercial development or SLUP approval process for car wash facilities in DeKalb County activity centers.
SLUP-26-1248019 — twelve (12) single-family homes
This rezoning application seeks to change the zoning from R-75 to R-60 to enable development of 12 single-family homes at 2697 Kelly Lake Road. The change would allow smaller residential lots than currently permitted, potentially increasing density in the area. Developers should monitor this case to understand how the county is regulating residential density changes in Commission District 03.
Z-26-1248013 — Personal Care Home (PCH) for up to six (6) adults
This case seeks a Special Land Use Permit to operate a Personal Care Home serving up to six adults in an R-100 residential district at 1179 Old Coach Road. The approval would permit a residential care facility in what is currently a single-family residential area, which may impact neighborhood character and traffic patterns.
Z-26-1247887 — tire shop and emissions station
A property at 4700 East Ponce de Leon Avenue is being rezoned from residential (R-85) to local commercial (C-1) to allow a tire shop and emissions station. This rezoning case is scheduled for the May 5, 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting. The staff report lists recommended conditions for this commercial conversion in Commission District 04.
LP-26-1247955 — single-family residence
My Next Home Pro, LLC is seeking to rezone two properties at 711 & 705 Hillmont Avenue from Local Commercial (C-1) to Residential Small Lot-60 (R-60) zoning to construct a new single-family residence. This rezoning would convert commercially-zoned land to residential use, which could affect the commercial viability of the surrounding area and change land use patterns in the vicinity.
SLUP-26-1248014 — Single-family residence
My Next Home Pro, LLC is seeking to amend the character area from Commercial Redevelopment Corridor to Traditional Neighborhood to construct a new single-family residence on two parcels at 711 & 705 Hillmont Avenue in Commission District 04. The project is in the R-60 zoning district and staff has recommended conditions for approval.
CZ-26-1248015 — drive-through facility in an Activity Center
This case seeks a Special Land Use Permit to operate a drive-through facility (Swig) in an Activity Center zoned C-1 (Local Commercial) on North Druid Hills Road. The permit has recommended conditions attached, which may affect operational parameters for the proposed use. Developers should evaluate whether similar drive-through or Activity Center uses in C-1 districts require comparable permitting and conditions.
Z-26-1247988 — pd_amendment
This case involves a major modification to existing zoning conditions on a locally-zoned commercial property, replacing prior conditions from ordinance CZ-88168 with new conditions. The applicant is seeking to remove restrictive or burdensome conditions that currently apply to the C-1 zoned site. Developers should monitor this case if they have similar properties with restrictive zoning conditions or conditional zoning arrangements in DeKalb County.
SLUP-26-1247921 — specific_use_permit
SLUP-26-1247921 is a specific use permit case for properties at Lithonia-Industrial Blvd. that has been deferred multiple times since March 2026 and is scheduled for the May 2026 Board of Commissioners Zoning Meeting. Developers should monitor this case for approval status and any recommended conditions that may affect the permitted use.
Z-26-1247833 — Recycling plant (recycling concrete business)
SAWA Partners, LLC seeks a Special Land Use Permit to operate a recycling concrete business on two parcels located at 1313 and 1303 Lithonia-Industrial Boulevard, which are already zoned Industrial (M). The case has been deferred twice through the Planning Commission and Board of Commissioners, and is now scheduled for the May 5, 2026 Board of Commissioners meeting.
SLUP-26-1247930 — single-family residential development
Eisenhower Services, Inc. is seeking to amend the character area designation from Light Industrial (LIND) to Suburban (SUB) for three parcels on Henrico Road to enable single-family residential development. This character area amendment is a significant land use change affecting Commission District 03 and will determine the feasibility of residential development on these currently industrial-zoned properties.
SLUP-26-1247926 — Childcare Institution (CCI) for up to six clients
This is a renewal of a Special Land Use Permit for a childcare institution serving up to six clients in an R-75 residential zoning district. The permit renewal case may impact nearby residential properties or affect development feasibility if you are considering projects in this area of DeKalb County.
Z-26-1247922 — place of worship
Greater Stanton Grove MBC is seeking a Special Land Use Permit to establish a place of worship at 4031 Rainbow Drive in an R-100 residential zoning district. This case affects residential properties in Commission District 03 by introducing a non-residential institutional use into the medium-lot residential area. Developers should monitor whether conditions are placed on this permit, as they may establish precedent for future religious or institutional uses in similar residential zones.
SLUP-26-1247934 — Recycling plant (recycling concrete business)
SAWA Partners, LLC seeks a Special Land Use Permit to operate a concrete recycling plant at two adjacent properties on Lithonia-Industrial Boulevard in DeKalb County's Industrial zoning district. This permit application determines whether the county will allow this industrial use in the designated location. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in industrial real estate or recycling operations in the area.
Z-26-1247935 — senior housing development
This case involves an application for a Special Land Use Permit to develop senior housing at 2111 Poplar Falls Road in the RSM zoning district. The project would bring a specialized residential use to the small-lot residential area in Commission District 05. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in senior housing projects or RSM-zoned properties in DeKalb County.
SLUP-26-1247928 — Multi-family development consisting of up to 39 dwelling units
This rezoning case seeks to convert three parcels on Gresham Road from medium-lot residential zoning to medium-density residential zoning to enable a multi-family development of up to 39 units. The project would represent a significant intensification of residential use on the site, potentially affecting traffic patterns and neighborhood character in DeKalb County Commission District 03.
SLUP-26-1247927 — Drive-through facility for a pharmacy in conjunction with a convenience store and retail in a Town Center character area
Scope Builders is seeking approval of a Special Land Use Permit to operate a pharmacy drive-through facility combined with a convenience store and retail in the C-1 zoning district at North Decatur Road. The project is located in a Town Center activity center character area and will need SLUP approval to proceed with development.
Z-26-1247929 — Fuel pumps in an activity center (Town Center) character area
Scope Builders is seeking a Special Land Use Permit to operate fuel pumps at a Town Center activity center in the C-1 zoning district. This permit request for fuel retail use in a mixed-use commercial area may impact traffic patterns and site compatibility with the activity center character.
Z-26-1247920 — townhome community
Urbanvue Apartments is seeking to rezone approximately 18.5 acres from Office-Institutional to Medium Density Residential-2 zoning to develop a townhome community at the Chamblee-Tucker Road and Mercer University Drive location. This rezoning would convert office-use land to residential development, which could affect competitive positioning for office space in the area and may impact nearby commercial property values.
Z-26-1247827 — child day care center for more than six children
Shamia Glover is seeking a Special Land Use Permit to operate a child day care center serving more than six children at a property zoned RSM in DeKalb County. This case will be heard by the Planning Commission on January 6, 2026, and may affect residential neighborhoods near the Flakes Mill Road location.
SLUP-26-1247829 — child daycare center for more than six children
Shamia Glover is requesting to rezone 4493 Flakes Mill Road from R-100 to RSM zoning to operate a child daycare center serving more than six children. The rezoning from residential medium lot to residential small mix will allow a commercial childcare use in a currently residential area. Staff has recommended approval with conditions.
SLUP-26-1247825 — Personal Care Home (PCH) for up to six (6) adults
This case involves a Special Land Use Permit request for a Personal Care Home serving six adults in a residential medium-lot zoning district. The permit would allow limited residential care facility operations at 3915 Emerald North Drive, which may affect residential character or compatibility with neighboring properties. Developers should monitor this case if operating similar care facilities or developing in this residential area.
SLUP-26-1247822 — Child Care Institution (CCI) for up to six (6) children
This is a renewal application for a Special Land Use Permit to operate a child care facility for up to six children in a residential zoning district within the Soapstone Historic District. The applicants are seeking to continue operations under an existing SLUP, with staff providing recommended conditions for the permit renewal.
Z-26-1247784 — drive-through for a restaurant
Integrity Engineering & Development Services is seeking a Special Land Use Permit to operate a restaurant drive-through at 3396 Chamblee-Tucker Road in the C-1 (Local Commercial) zoning district. This case will be heard by the DeKalb County Planning & Zoning Commission on January 6, 2026, with recommended conditions noted.
Z-26-1247832 — Development of up to 214 single-family detached dwellings
D.R. Horton is seeking to rezone 8277 Norris Lake Way from R-85 to RNC zoning to develop a residential community of up to 214 single-family detached dwellings. This rezoning case may impact development opportunities and residential market conditions in Commission District 05.
Z-25-1247358 — rezoning
This case involves a rezoning request that has been deferred multiple times through various planning and commission cycles since May 2025, with the latest activity in September 2025. The project appears to be a significant undertaking given the extended review process and recommended conditions being prepared for January 2026. Developers should monitor this case as it may set precedent for similar rezoning applications in the Pleasant Hill area.
CZ-25-1247294 — Development of 149 single-family homes
This rezoning case seeks to change two parcels on Pleasant Hill Road/Trail from mixed-use low density to small lot residential mix zoning to enable development of 149 single-family homes. The application has been deferred multiple times since January 2025 and is now before the Planning Commission for consideration. Developers in the area should monitor this case as it represents a significant residential development proposal that could affect market dynamics and land use patterns in Commission District 05.
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