Housing in Georgia local government
What Georgia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about housing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
880 Georgia meetings since 2024 covered housing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Georgia with the most housing activity
- Atlanta, GA (82)
- Columbus, GA (59)
- DeKalb County, GA (37)
- Marietta, GA (36)
- Lyons, GA (32)
- Athens, GA (30)
- Kennesaw, GA (27)
- Stockbridge, GA (26)
- Canton, GA (24)
- Forest Park, GA (23)
- Pooler, GA (22)
- Roswell, GA (20)
Latest matching meetings
Planning Commission reviews five rezoning and special use permit requests
The Rome/Floyd Planning Commission is reviewing land use requests for properties in the city and county. These include requests for rezoning and special use permits for specific residential uses. Decisions will later be acted upon by the Floyd County Commission and Rome City Commission.
Rezone request for 490 Clover St from single‑family to mixed‑density residential
The Athens-Clarke County Planning Commission will consider several land‑use actions, including a rezoning of 490 Clover St, a planned development change for 940 College Avenue, and special‑use requests on multiple US‑29 properties. New business includes comment‑only preliminary planned developments at 660 West Broad…
Planning Commission to consider data center ordinance amendment
The Rome/Floyd Planning Commission will discuss a proposed amendment to the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) regarding data centers. The agenda also includes several special use permit and rezoning requests for properties in the city and county. Public hearings on these applications will be held later in August by…
Planning board to review subdivisions and mini-storage permit
The Kingsland Planning & Zoning Board will consider final plats for two subdivisions and a preliminary plat for a large single-family development. The board will also review a special use permit for a mini-storage facility and approve home occupation permits.
Board to consider $1.6M park project and commercial rezoning
The Board of Commissioners will discuss several SPLOST infrastructure projects and a public hearing for a commercial shopping center rezoning. The body is also reviewing a draft action plan for CDBG and HOME funds totaling over $1.8 million.
Commission will consider amending the zoning ordinance to regulate data centers
The Augusta City Commission will discuss a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance that would set land‑use criteria for data centers. It will also vote on several rezoning petitions, including a day‑care at 2933 Deans Bridge Road and an extended‑stay hotel at 1310 Walker Street. The agenda includes…
Commission approves $28M arena construction change order
The Macon-Bibb County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a $28.3 million change order for the Macon Arena project and a $3.3 million contract for asphalt paving. The agenda also includes authorizing various professional service agreements and ordinances related to alcohol licensing and affordable housing.
Planning Commission to consider 62-unit townhome rezoning at 0 Old Roswell Road
The Planning Commission will review a request to rezone approximately 10 acres at 0 Old Roswell Road from Commercial Mixed Use to Office Residential for a townhome development. Staff recommends denial of the request, citing conflicts with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan's vision for the area as an employment center. The…
Zoning Commission to consider two residential rezone requests
The Thomaston Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss potential recommendations for two property rezonings. Both requests seek to change existing designations to R1 residential.
Board considers grants for youth and family services and various vendor contracts
The Board of Commissioners will review grant acceptances for juvenile justice and family connections. The body is also deciding on several maintenance contracts, court system upgrades, and an appointment to the Housing Authority.
Approval of two one‑story residential construction requests
The Urban Design Review Board will consider approving the May 22, 2026 meeting minutes. It will also review two applications for one‑story residences: one at 562 Kay Street (Parcel #13078D A010, Ward 4) and another at 849 Bridge Avenue (Parcel #13050D G010, Ward 2). The board will decide whether to grant the requested…
Planning Commission to consider 200-unit development at 111 Old Conyers Road
The Stockbridge Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider six items, including a major zoning modification for a 200-unit mixed-use development, a rezoning for a bed-and-breakfast, and a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a quarry expansion. The commission will make recommendations to the…
Council to consider bids for Hinesville Police Department door access system upgrade
The Hinesville City Council will approve minutes from the July 2, 2026 meeting and hear several informational presentations. It will discuss the final plat for 36 single‑family lots on Crystal Lake Drive, consider a state grant application for transitional housing, evaluate bids to upgrade the police department’s door…
City Council to vote on rezoning, special election, and road maintenance
The Flowery Branch City Council will vote on second readings for two ordinances regarding perimeter fencing at the Hemingway Subdivision. The body will also consider a resolution to call a special election to fill a vacant council seat and an intergovernmental agreement for Hog Mountain Road maintenance.
Fulton County considers $8.9M contract for election temporary staffing
The Board of Commissioners will discuss budget soundings and the 2026 HUD Annual Action Plan. The body is also reviewing several real estate easements and various service contracts for county operations.
Human Relations Commission discusses upcoming sessions and retreat planning
The commission will meet to discuss several community events and internal planning. Items include voting on dates for an August education session and a December meeting, as well as discussing the upcoming HRC Retreat.
City adopts its 2026-2030 CDBG Five‑Year Plan and $563,496 action plan.
The City Council approved the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Five‑Year Consolidated Plan for 2026‑2030 and the 2026 Annual Action Plan, which allocates $563,496 to the Senior Homeowner Rehabilitation Program. The Council authorized submission of the plans to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban…
Augusta reviews housing investments and airport marketing appeal
The committee will consider several requests from the Housing and Community Development Department regarding partnerships for single-family home construction. The agenda also includes a $3,852,829.39 investment plan for low- and moderate-income residents and an appeal regarding airport marketing services.
Housing Authority bond issuance and updates on vacant lot cleanup
The Finance Committee will consider a request for the Housing Authority of the City of Augusta, Georgia to issue bonds for facility financing. The committee will also receive an update regarding funding for right-of-way and vacant lot clean up.
City Council considers zoning amendments and river protection certificates
The City Council will review several zoning text amendments, including rules for home occupations and advanced air mobility. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding Metropolitan River Protection Act certificates for properties on Embry Farm Road and Riverclub Parkway.
Council to vote on special use permit for asphalt plant on Highway 17
At its regular July 13 meeting, the Kingsland City Council will decide on several planning and zoning items, including a special use permit for an asphalt plant on Highway 17 North and a preliminary plat for a 267-lot subdivision. Council will also consider two new employee policies (disaster pay and leave donation)…
Perry Planning Commission reviews four new residential subdivisions and zoning amendments
The Perry City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on preliminary plats for four residential subdivisions. The commission will also review annexation requests, a rezoning application, and proposed sign ordinance amendments; two annexation items were withdrawn or tabled by applicants before the…
Roswell council votes on $10.7M Riverside Road contract and TSPLOST distribution.
The Roswell Mayor and Council will vote on several board appointments, including reappointments to the Housing Authority and Design Review Board. They are also considering a mid-year budget amendment, an application for up to $60,000 in National Endowment for the Arts grant funds, and a proposal to close a future…
Council considers zoning amendments for home occupations and advanced air mobility
The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding zoning text amendments and river protection certificates. The agenda also includes a lease agreement for the Old Wilson Road right-of-way and appointments to a transportation plan committee.
Planning Commission to vote on South on Main and other zoning requests
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on three specific property requests. These include a condition amendment for South on Main and a variance for Linton Street, as well as an annexation and rezoning for Dobbs Road.
Council to consider RM-8 townhouse district lot standards amendment
The City Council will discuss several items including a zoning ordinance amendment affecting minimum lot area in the RM-8 Townhouse Residential District, two rezoning and annexation requests, a cooperative purchasing contract with CINTAS, and an amendment to the alcohol ordinance. No public comment is allowed unless…
Planning Commission to review zoning and land use requests for multiple DeKalb properties
The Planning Commission will consider several rezoning applications, special land use permits, and land use plan amendments. The body will make recommendations to the Board of Commissioners regarding these requests.
Commission to consider annexation for 5 homes off Valley Drive
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and vote on a consent agenda containing a contract for appraisal services, two appointments, and a proposed annexation for five single-family homes. A proclamation honoring Dr. Larry Boss is also scheduled.
City Council to consider 1,060-unit residential project and 2026 millage rate
The City Council will vote on several conditional use requests and site development plans, including two hotels and a commercial building. The body will also address the 2026 millage rate adoption and a PUD amendment for a multi-use project. Public hearings are scheduled for various zoning and variance requests.
Atlanta City Council considers zoning changes and property acquisitions
The Atlanta City Council is reviewing several legislative items including zoning rezonings, municipal appointments, and various city contracts. Key discussions involve a moratorium on storage facility permits and land acquisitions for public safety and water projects.
Atlanta Committee on Council meets to discuss elections and board appointments
The Committee on Council will review several items including mayoral communications for housing authority appointments and a resolution regarding a special election. The agenda also includes various resolutions held in committee related to investigations and public comment procedures.
Commission to consider creating Pier Village Special Event Entertainment District
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a frozen-banana stand and a bakery on St. Simons Island, and on a rezone of about 2.78 acres on Demere Road to local commercial. They will also consider adopting an ordinance establishing a Special Event Entertainment District in the…
Commission will vote on zoning amendments for South on Main, Linton St, and Dobbs Rd.
The Woodstock Planning Commission meeting on July 9, 2026 includes public hearings and votes on several zoning proposals. Staff recommends approving a condition amendment for Z#171-26 (South on Main) to allow townhomes and residential‑over‑commercial units instead of the previously approved 180 apartments or condos…
Planning Commission to discuss 2045 Comprehensive Growth Plan draft
This is a special called meeting of the Roswell Planning Commission. The sole agenda item is a discussion of the draft 2045 Comprehensive Growth Plan, a state-required update that outlines land use, housing, transportation, and economic development goals. Commissioners will provide policy direction to staff on the…
Zoning committee reviews five property rezonings and three variance requests.
The Columbus Zoning Committee will review and vote on five property rezoning requests and three variance applications. These items cover changes to manufacturing, residential, and commercial districts across several neighborhoods. The committee will also consider requests to waive specific development standards for a…
Planning Commission to review 10 zoning variance and special use requests
The Planning Commission will consider nine zoning variance requests regarding property setbacks and subdivision rules. The body will also discuss a special use request for a manufactured home in a multi-family residential zone.
Planning Commission denies 310-home Sherod Farms plat, approves rezoning
The Newton County Planning Commission voted on two petitions. They recommended approval (5-0) of a future land use map amendment and rezoning at 1042 Woodlawn Rd for a family conveyance. They denied (5-0) a preliminary plat for the Sherod Farms Development, a 310-home subdivision on 399.3 acres along Dinah Pace Rd.
Planning Commission will consider a 310‑home development proposal on Dinah Pace Rd
The Newton County Planning Commission meeting on June 23, 2026 will review two petitions. One is a future‑land‑use map amendment (FLU26‑000001) to change a 14.75‑acre parcel at 1042 Woodlawn Rd from Agriculture/Forestry to Rural Residential and then to Rural Estate zoning. The other is a preliminary plat (PP26‑000003)…
Committee discusses housing subsidies, park agreements, and zoning changes
The committee is reviewing several ordinances including rental subsidies for low-income families at Vanira Village Apartments and a service agreement with the PATH Foundation. Members will also consider rezoning requests and various city appointments.
Committee to consider 18-home plat at 1440 Sumter Dr
The committee will vote on a preliminary plat for infrastructure to support 18 single-family homes on 13.16 acres. They will also discuss amending the tree protection ordinance regarding the Tree Replacement Fund.