Local Issues
Atlanta Consider Ordinance For Single Family Homes
January 25, 2024
Atlanta Neighborhood Planning Units (NPUs) are being asked to review a proposed ordinance by Councilwoman Marci Collier Overstreet that would require property owners to apply for and receive a “Special Use Permit” if they want to develop single-family homes with less than 750 square feet. Currently, these “smaller homes” are allowed in all Atlanta neighborhoods.
This category of single-family homes is often used as part of a mixed development - think “missing middle” - and is a valuable tool for communities attempting to address housing shortages. Here’s an example of how the City of Decatur is employing this type of development.
Opponents of this ordinance believe the added layer of regulation and review will delay development, increase costs, and possibly prevent the inclusion of more affordable homes in certain neighborhoods.
Proponents of the legislation believe this additional review and approval process will ensure any new development is compatible with existing neighborhood characteristics.
You can use this LINK to find out when the ordinance will be reviewed by your NPU. If you are an Atlanta resident this link will help you find the appropriate NPU for your neighborhood.
About the 400N Market Brief
The 400 North Association of REALTORS® (400N) Market Brief is compiled by Georgia Multiple Listing Service (GAMLS). For more information on details of this month's report, please contact the Association at 770.845.4008.
*Each month, the numbers reported for the previous month are updated to reflect additional recordings.
About the 400 North Association of REALTORS®
The 400 North Association serves as a central source of information for our members and our main focus are real estate education, the promotion of professionalism in our industry and representing our REALTOR® members with legislative initiatives to create positive change for the real estate community. Throughout its history, the 400 North Association has exerted its influence in civic affairs in its capacity of representing a substantial segment of the business community across the Forsyth, Dawson and Lumpkin area. The Association has contributed to various charities over the years by hosting fundraisers.
About First Multiple Listing Service
First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS) is the premier data services provider for real estate professionals in Georgia. FMLS was founded in 1957 by a group of Brokers who wanted to share their listings and connect buyers and sellers. Today FMLS is the largest MLS in Georgia & the 4th largest MLS in the United States, serving nearly 54,000 real estate Agents & Brokers. For additional information or to start a discussion about how to partner with FMLS please contact join@fmls.com.