This is the application form for the Historic Preservation Commission's review of exterior changes to locally designated historic properties. Use this form for Staff-processed COAs as well.
Use this application if you would like to present conceptual designs and receive review comments from the Historic Preservation Commission prior to submitting for a Certificate of Appropriateness.
This is the application form required if you are proposing site alterations to properties with environmental areas including streams, riparian buffers, and flood plain.
Use this application to request a variance from the Environmental Areas Ordinance such as encroachment into a required riparian buffer.
This is the applications for the Subdivision of Property if four or fewer lots are being requested or, in the case of a Major Subdivision, if a Preliminary Plan and a Site Plan have been approved.
On April 11, 1990 the Governor of Georgia signed into effect a Local Option Act for a property tax deferment
program for historic resources designated under an approved local ordinance and listed either by the State
Register or the National Register of Historic Places. This incentive program does not require rehabilitation.
Also referred to as the "Home Occupation Permit," this is the form you need if you plan to use your home address for a business. The regulations pertaining to home-based businesses are included with the application.
Use this form to register your neighborhood group for participation in the Neighborhood Notification Initiative.
To assist our department in completing this open records request as quickly as possible, please provide the following information. Legally privileged information will not be provided.
Application for a Special Use zoning designation. See also: Pre-Application Conference Request form; Planning Commission Submittal Checklist
Use this application for requests of relief from a particular zoning regulation, but not including a change to permitted uses. Please note that there is a different application for Sign Variance requests. These applications are reviewed by the Hearings Board.
The Athens-Clarke County Planning Department requires a Zoning Permit for all single family residential construction projects requiring a buildng permit, as well as the construction or alterations of fences, driveways, parking lots, pads or temporary uses. Multi-family, commercial and other uses are permitted through the Plans Review Process.
Prior to submittal of a demolition or relocation permit, all requests which include exterior demolitions or relocations shall first obtain approval of an exterior demolition or relocation review application from the Planning Department.
Currently there are two land acquisition programs active within ACC Unified Government Departments – The Georgia Greenspace Initiative and the Athens-Clarke County Greenway Network Plan. The Policies and Procedures for the Greenspace Acquisition Program have combined these two plans. The Greenspace program, as outlined herein, will serve as the governing program. This document includes the site nomination form.
Use this application if you would like to present conceptual designs and receive review comments from the Historic Preservation Commission prior to submitting for a Certificate of Appropriateness.
Initially presented as the Director's Report to the Planning Commission in April 2008, this study analyzes current zoning and development patterns in the Boulevard neighborhood.
The Hearings Board adopts its own by-laws and rules of procedure to govern the proceedings at the monthly Hearings Board meetings. The latest version of this document was adopted in July 2007.
The schedule for submitting and processing variance requests, as well as appeals of Staff decisions and code interpretations. This is the printer-friendly schedule of deadlines and meeting dates that can also be found on the Planning Department calendar.
The Historic Preservation Commission adopts its own by-laws and rules of procedure to govern the proceedings at the monthly Preservation Commission meetings. The latest version of this document was adopted in February 2007.
The schedule for submitting and processing Certificate of Appropriateness requests, as well as other business of the Historic Preservation Commission. This is the printer-friendly schedule of deadlines and meeting dates that can also be found on the Planning Department calendar.
Design Guidelines for additions, new construction, and other exterior changes to properties in local historic districts.
These guidelines were adopted specifically for the Milledge Avenue Local Historic District and the local landmark properties within that district. Written and visual explanations are provided along with information on the approval procedures for various projects and types of work.
Summary minutes of the Neighborhood Advisory Committee meeting.
Summary minutes of the Neighborhood Advisory Committee meeting.
Summary minutes of the Neighborhood Advisory Committee meeting.
Summary minutes of the Neighborhood Advisory Committee meeting.
The Neighborhood Advisory Committee was appointed by the Mayor and Commission to review the implementation of the Neighborhood Notification Initiative and recommend any improvements to the program or next steps for neighborhood planning in general. Their report completed in June 2006 is available here.
The schedule for submitting and processing Type I & II rezone requests, including planned developments and special use permits. This is the printer-friendly schedule of deadlines and meeting dates that can also be found on the Planning Department calendar.
The Planning Commission adopts its own by-laws and rules of procedure to govern the proceedings at the monthly Planning Commission meetings. The latest version of this document was adopted in June 2006.
The Mayor and Commission established a moratorium on demolitions for the proposed Reese Street local historic district boundaries on June 3, 2008, effective through August 8, 2008. The full moratorium description is included this document.
The Athens-Clarke County Tree Species List is intended to support the development code, site planning and design activities for tree conservation and establishment, and tree maintenance planning and decision-making. In the list trees are arranged alphabetically by the tree’s common name with the “genus” listed first.
An analysis of housing affordability in Athens-Clarke County by the Department of Human and Economic Development.
This document will help you select the best trees to conserve and plant on your site and contains the Athens-Clarke County Tree Species List including detailed information on 166 important tree species.
Currently there are two land acquisition programs active within ACC Unified Government Departments – The Georgia Greenspace Initiative and the Athens-Clarke County Greenway Network Plan. The Policies and Procedures for the Greenspace Acquisition Program have combined these two plans. The Greenspace program, as outlined herein, will serve as the governing program. This document includes the site nomination form.
Map of locally designated properties including address ranges.
Map of locally designated properties including address ranges.
Map of locally designated properties including address ranges.
Map of locally designated properties including address ranges.
Map of locally designated properties including address ranges.
Historic preservation is good business. This study by the Historic Preservation Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources explores the financial impact of preservation on three Georgia communities: Athens, Rome, and Tifton. The project examines construction activity in historic districts, property values, and tourism, and illustrates how preservation is helping cities and towns throughout Georgia.
Map of locally designated properties including address ranges.
There are a number of differences between historic designation types, including the protections afforded to the property's historic resources, the financial resources available, and the organizations responsible for overseeing designations. This document offers a brief explanation of the distinctions.
Design Guidelines for additions, new construction, and other exterior changes to properties in local historic districts.
A brief summary of the historic development of Athens and the creation of the Historic Preservation Ordinance and Commission.
Architectural drawings for a one bedroom in-fill house are available at the Athens-Clarke County Planning Department and here on-line. These drawings were completed as part of a CLG (Certified Local Government) grant received from the Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Natural Resources by the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County.
Architectural drawings for a two-bedroom house are available at the Athens-Clarke County Planning Department and here on-line. These drawings were completed as part of a CLG (Certified Local Government) grant received from the Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Natural Resources by the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County.
Architectural drawings for a three-bedroom in-fill house are available at the Athens-Clarke County Planning Department and here on-line. These drawings were completed as part of a CLG (Certified Local Government) grant received from the Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Natural Resources by the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County.
Architectural drawings for four bedroom/duplex in-fill houses are available at the Athens-Clarke County Planning Department and here on-line. These drawings were completed as part of a CLG (Certified Local Government) grant received from the Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Natural Resources by the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County.
Architectural drawings notes for a two-, three-, and four-bedroom in-fill houses that are available at the Athens-Clarke County Planning Department and here on-line. These drawings were completed as part of a CLG (Certified Local Government) grant received from the Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Natural Resources by the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County.
Map of locally designated properties including address ranges.
Map of locally designated properties including address ranges.
Requested by the Athens-Clarke County Mayor & Commission, the Infill Housing Study examines trends related to the design and construction of new single-family homes within Athens' traditional neigborhoods. Strategies and local recommendations to achieve compatible infill are included.
This pdf includes all sections, at a low resolution.
Requested by the Athens-Clarke County Mayor & Commission, the Infill Housing Study examines trends related to the design and construction of new single-family homes within Athens' traditional neigborhoods. Strategies and local recommendations to achieve compatible infill are included.
Part 1 includes the Table of Contents, Introduction, and Background sections.
Requested by the Athens-Clarke County Mayor & Commission, the Infill Housing Study examines trends related to the design and construction of new single-family homes within Athens' traditional neigborhoods. Strategies and local recommendations to achieve compatible infill are included.
Part 2 includes the Infill Trends and Strategies sections.
Requested by the Athens-Clarke County Mayor & Commission, the Infill Housing Study examines trends related to the design and construction of new single-family homes within Athens' traditional neigborhoods. Strategies and local recommendations to achieve compatible infill are included.
Part 3 includes the Recommendations and Appendix sections.
These guidelines were adopted specifically for the Milledge Avenue Local Historic District and the local landmark properties within that district. Written and visual explanations are provided along with information on the approval procedures for various projects and types of work.
Handout for neighborhood groups and others interested in signing up to receive email notifications about upcoming development projects through the Neighborhood Notification Initiative.
The Guide for Starting a Successful Neighborhood Association was adapted for Athens-Clarke County from one produced by the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas. This comprehensive organizational resources includes tips for running effective meetings, incorporating a neighborhood groups, participating in the local political process, communicating effectively, as well as spearheading fun neighborhood projects.
The Neighborhood Advisory Committee was appointed by the Mayor and Commission to review the implementation of the Neighborhood Notification Initiative and recommend any improvements to the program or next steps for neighborhood planning in general. Their report completed in June 2006 is available here.
An alphabetized listing of common planning & zoning terms used locally in Athens, Georgia. We've done our best to help de-code the technical jargon and provide an explanation of planning concepts and processes in plain English. This document is a work in progress...
An example of a scaled site plan for new single-family residential construction. All zoning permits require a scaled site plan of existing and proposed property improvements.
This document contains answers to the common questions about zoning permit applications and helpful information to guide you through the process.
Initially presented as the Director's Report to the Planning Commission in April 2008, this study analyzes current zoning and development patterns in the Boulevard neighborhood.
Requested by the Athens-Clarke County Mayor & Commission, the Infill Housing Study examines trends related to the design and construction of new single-family homes within Athens' traditional neigborhoods. Strategies and local recommendations to achieve compatible infill are included.
This pdf includes all sections, at a low resolution.
Requested by the Athens-Clarke County Mayor & Commission, the Infill Housing Study examines trends related to the design and construction of new single-family homes within Athens' traditional neigborhoods. Strategies and local recommendations to achieve compatible infill are included.
Part 1 includes the Table of Contents, Introduction, and Background sections.
Requested by the Athens-Clarke County Mayor & Commission, the Infill Housing Study examines trends related to the design and construction of new single-family homes within Athens' traditional neigborhoods. Strategies and local recommendations to achieve compatible infill are included.
Part 2 includes the Infill Trends and Strategies sections.
Requested by the Athens-Clarke County Mayor & Commission, the Infill Housing Study examines trends related to the design and construction of new single-family homes within Athens' traditional neigborhoods. Strategies and local recommendations to achieve compatible infill are included.
Part 3 includes the Recommendations and Appendix sections.
The Mayor and Commission established a moratorium on demolitions for the proposed Reese Street local historic district boundaries on June 3, 2008, effective through August 8, 2008. The full moratorium description is included this document.
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