City of Atlanta Department of City Planning

ATTENTION! Please note that the Atlanta Urban Design Commission meeting originally set for today, April 23, 2025, has been cancelled. All applications on the agenda will be prioritized at the next meeting on May 14, 2025. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you then!

April is Fair Housing Month! Join the Department of City Planning as we honor the legacy of the Fair Housing Act of 1968, a pivotal moment in ensuring equal access to housing for all. This law continues to shape our communities, promoting fairness, inclusion, and equality. As we celebrate, let’s recognize those who have fought for these rights and remain committed to ensuring fair housing for everyone.

Have your say in shaping Atlanta’s future! The City of Atlanta’s Plan A Draft 3 is now available for public review and comment through April 30, 2025. Plan A is an update to the City’s Comprehensive Development Plan and is required every five years under state law. It guides Atlanta’s physical growth and development—and your input is critical to getting it right. Review the draft and share your thoughts at AtlantaforAll.com.

Today is Earth Day 2025! Join the Department of City Planning in celebrating this annual event. This year’s theme, 'Our Power, Our Planet,' highlights the crucial shift to renewable and clean energy sources. Let’s come together to commit to sustainable energy and work towards tripling clean electricity by 2030. You can make a difference by advocating for renewable energy and supporting eco-conscious brands. Our planet needs us—let’s take action and create positive change for future generations!

Join the Atlanta City Studio Book Club for a discussion of "American Urbanist: How William H. Whyte's Unconventional Wisdom Reshaped Public Life," by Richard K. Rein. This book explores a placemaking hero whose research is a framework for urban planning. Head on out and find out why "Holly" Whyte's work is still vital in designing and improving spaces to reflect how real people use them. Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Location: Atlanta City Studio, 235 Mitchell St., SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/et5277bg

Join us for Seminar III of the African American Heritage Initiative: Preserving African American Cultural Patrimony! Date: April 26, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: Woodruff Library, 111 James P. Brawley Dr., SW, Atlanta, GA 30314 This event will highlight the vital role Atlanta’s libraries and archives play in preserving African American cultural history. From the Robert W. Woodruff Library to the Auburn Avenue Research Library, discover how these institutions protect and interpret invaluable historical collections. Guest Speaker: Dr. La’Neice Littleton Panelists: Kayla Siddell, Ph.D. (Robert W. Woodruff Library) Victor Simmons (Auburn Avenue Research Library) Holly A. Smith (Spelman College Archives) N’Kosi Oates, Ph.D. (Rose Library, Emory University) Brittany Newberry (Georgia State University) Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn, discuss, and celebrate the preservation of Black Atlanta’s rich history! For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/eZkH6TXz

Get ready for the 3rd Affordable Housing Week, happening from April 28–30, 2025! This week is packed with powerful events, including the H.O.M.E. (Housing Opportunity Moves Everyone) program and the 2025 Homeowner Resource Event on April 30. It's all about creating opportunities for everyone to thrive. Don’t miss out—check out the full event list at this link: https://lnkd.in/e7bED3Bi

Join us for Seminar III of the African American Heritage Initiative: Preserving African American Cultural Patrimony! Date: April 26, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: Woodruff Library, 111 James P. Brawley Dr., SW, Atlanta, GA 30314 This event will highlight the vital role Atlanta’s libraries and archives play in preserving African American cultural history. From the Robert W. Woodruff Library to the Auburn Avenue Research Library, discover how these institutions protect and interpret invaluable historical collections. Guest Speaker: Dr. La’Neice Littleton Panelists: Kayla Siddell, Ph.D. (Robert W. Woodruff Library) Victor Simmons (Auburn Avenue Research Library) Holly A. Smith (Spelman College Archives) N’Kosi Oates, Ph.D. (Rose Library, Emory University) Brittany Newberry (Georgia State University) Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn, discuss, and celebrate the preservation of Black Atlanta’s rich history! For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/eZkH6TXz

April is Fair Housing Month! Join the Department of City Planning as we honor the legacy of the Fair Housing Act of 1968, a pivotal moment in ensuring equal access to housing for all. This law continues to shape our communities, promoting fairness, inclusion, and equality. As we celebrate, let’s recognize those who have fought for these rights and remain committed to ensuring fair housing for everyone.

Happy World Art Day! Join the Department of City Planning today as we celebrate the beauty and diversity of artistic expression worldwide. Created in honor of Leonardo da Vinci, today reminds us of the timeless power of creativity. On this day and every day, let’s raise awareness of the creative activity happening in our communities and across the globe. From painting and sculpture to music, dance, and beyond, art unites, inspires, and reflects our shared humanity. Let’s honor the incredible contributions of artists and recognize their vital role in shaping culture and society.