Zone DeKalb – Planning for the future of DeKalb County

The DeKalb County Planning & Sustainability Department is updating its zoning ordinance for the first time in a decade and its sign ordinance for the first time in 20 years to ensure that the ordinances support the needs and desires of the community.

This update aims to align the Zoning Ordinance more closely with the 2050 Unified Plan and existing development patterns so that it better reflects the values and priorities of DeKalb’s residents and businesses. 

This project will take place over the next two years, with adoption targeted by the end of 2027. Opportunities for community input are woven into the planning process, including both in-person and online formats. 

Upcoming Engagement Opportunities

Virtual Open House

January 27, 2026 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

The Virtual Open House kicks off the DeKalb Zoning and Sign Code Update for the community. All interested community members are invited to register and attend the meeting. The project team will share a project overview, timeline, and progress to date. There will also be opportunities for participants to share input. The meeting will be held online via Zoom, and the recording will be posted to the project webpage for those who are unable to attend the live event.

Register here to get meeting access and sign up for meeting reminders:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s6PO_Ag6SPyD9B8A8f2mew

Online Visioning Wall

Calling all community members – The project management team invites community members to share their ideas regarding future development around DeKalb County. Visit the project webpage to add a comment to the Visioning Wall: https://engagedekalb.dekalbcountyga.gov/zonedekalb/brainstormers/zone-dekalb-ideas-wall 

Visit the project webpage to learn more about this project and subscribe to project updates to stay in the loop about upcoming activities! 

Learn more: https://engagedekalb.dekalbcountyga.gov/zonedekalb