Mar 11, 2025 | Housing Development Law, Land Use Law, Strategic Land Use, Zoning and Land Use
Inman Quarter, a vibrant mixed-use destination in Atlanta’s Inman Park, is set for a transformation through a joint venture between Jamestown and longtime owner TriBridge Residential. Jamestown, known for its expertise in placemaking and retail curation, has acquired...
Jan 28, 2025 | Zoning and Land Use
As reported by Planetizen, a new movement known as YIGBY—“Yes in God’s Back Yard”—is gaining traction. Churches and faith-based organizations are advocating for the right to build housing on their underutilized properties, a practice often restricted by local zoning...
Jan 22, 2025 | Zoning and Land Use
As reported by Rough Draft, DeKalb County has been ordered to pay the city of Brookhaven $30,000 to settle a civil lawsuit stemming from the 2020 annexation of land at Briarcliff Road and North Druid Hills Road. This legal battle highlights the complexities and...
Nov 26, 2024 | Zoning and Land Use
As reported by Urbanize Atlanta, after years of delays, the transformative Lotus Grove district on Buford Highway is finally moving forward, with vertical construction slated for summer 2025. Real estate firm Insignia plans to turn the 13-acre former Kmart site just...
Nov 11, 2024 | Zoning and Land Use
When homeowners dream of enhancing their property with additions like swimming pools, home extensions, or unique structures, they often encounter the complex world of zoning regulations. This is where a skilled zoning lawyer becomes an invaluable ally. Let’s...
Oct 31, 2024 | Zoning and Land Use
These are special zoning tools used by the City of Atlanta to add extra rules on top of regular zoning laws. They’re designed to protect certain areas of the city that have unique characteristics or are undergoing significant changes. Types of Overlay Districts...
