Maybe you’ve heard of us, maybe you’ve even interacted with
our department’s programs, policies, or permits. No matter what
brings you here today, we’re happy to see you!
Commissioner
Jahnee Prince
City Planning Commissioner Jahnee Prince is a dedicated public
servant offering 25 years of experience in city planning at the
national and county level. Commissioner Prince joined Mayor Andre
Dickens’ cabinet in September 2022.
Key Wins
Leading the 5-year administrative update to the Comprehensive
Development Plan
Launching a simpler, shorter permitting process
Acceptance of Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ Historic Context Statement
Redeveloping the former Chattahoochee Brick Company site
Adopting best practices for the Neighborhood Planning Unit system
She prioritizes affordable housing, streamlined city services,
environmental preservation, and plans and policies that promote safe,
economically vibrant, walkable neighborhoods.
Prior to joining the Dickens’ administration, Commissioner
Prince spent eight years as a national city planning consultant and
served as Deputy Director of the Department of Planning and
Sustainability at DeKalb County. She brings a varied background in
land use planning and zoning, transportation planning, economic
development, and government affairs work to the City of Atlanta.
Commissioner Prince will leverage these proficiencies to drive Mayor
Dickens’ vision for inclusive, innovative, and equitable city
planning and to ensure Atlanta is a city designed and planned for
the future.
Commissioner Prince has a master’s degree in city and regional
planning from Ohio State University. She enjoys live music, college
football, and Atlanta United soccer games. An Atlanta resident since
1994, she currently resides in the Eastlake neighborhood with her
husband and animal menagerie.
To enable high-quality, sustainable, and equitable growth in Atlanta
through abundant housing for all, thriving neighborhoods, exceptional
design, and the preservation of historic resources.
Our Vision
Atlanta is a city designed for the future—where everyone has a
place, every neighborhood thrives, and our growth is guided by equity,
sustainability, and innovation.
Core Values
Equity in all decisions,
Transparency in our processes,
Innovation in our planning, and
Service to our communities.
To read the full details of our online permitting process, view
our Online Permitting page.
Customers can now schedule inspections by email, have an inspector
remotely walk through the inspection, and view results through
Accela for certain inspection types. Visit our
Virtual Inspections page for more
information on requesting and scheduling, applicant
responsibilities, and step-by-step remote inspection details.
We now offer third-party inspections available for certain project
scopes. Find our application, checklist, and other reference
materials on our
Third-Party Inspections page.
If the work’s not good... in your neighborhood... Who you
gonna call? Codebusters!
DCP has seen an increase in reports of illegal construction and
code violations. We have a team dedicated to managing these
complaints and addressing them as quickly as possible. Reach out
to Codebusters—this tool is an anonymous and virtual way to
report unpermitted work in the city.
Virtual platforms are being used to hold Boards, Commissions, and
other public meetings like NPUs. For more information on how to
join virtually and stay involved, visit our
Public Boards and Commissions page.
Electronic Plat Recordation(Fulton & DeKalb County)
Upon approval, the Office of Zoning and Development will
electronically file all plats and provide a copy to the
applicant. Contact:404-330-6145 or
dcpozd@atlantaga.gov
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