 |
|
James E. Shelby
Commissioner
Bio
|
Welcome to the Department of Planning and Community Development
Preserve our past, sustain our present, and transform our future.
Office of the Commissioner
The Office of the Commissioner provides leadership, policy direction, and centralized staff support for the Offices of Planning, Buildings, and Housing. Support services include administration, budget, personnel management, legislative liaison, policy collaboration and coordination and technical support and workload functions.
NEWS, MEETINGS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION
City of Atlanta Supports 2013 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice Study
In compliance with the Federal Fair Housing Act, the City of Atlanta administers its housing and urban development programs in a manner as to affirmatively further fair housing (AFFH). As a direct recipient of CDBG funds from U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, the City is required periodically to conduct an assessment of the barriers to housing choice and to develop a plan for overcoming the impediments identified. Any actions, omissions or decisions taken because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or familial status that restrict housing choices are considered "impediments".
Let us know what you think. Take a brief survey and share your thoughts with us about fair housing choices in Atlanta.
Read a copy of our Current Newsletter
Visit our Facebook Page (And Like Us)
Our Vision
Preserving our historical past, maintaining the livability of the present, and transforming our future through the implementation of the highest quality planning, building, code compliance, and housing services and programs to enhance the level of service we provide to all people of Atlanta.
Our Mission
To plan and implement the future by guiding the physical and economic development of the City while enhancing the quality of life for all through a comprehensive range of planning, design review, construction plan approval, code compliance, and housing preservation and assistance services and programs.
|