Local Issues & Legislation

Hate Crimes Legislation Signed by Governor

Local

On the final day of the legislative session, flanked by a large, bipartisan group of State Senators and State Representatives from across the state, Governor Brian Kemp singed Georgia’s Hate Crimes legislation into law.

Update: Atlanta’s Remote Permitting and Inspections Process

Local

Throughout the Coronavirus pandemic, the Department of City Planning has continued working on innovative ways to serve the development community including 3rd Party Inspections, digital permitting, video inspections and an updated process for continuing paper process.

Atlanta Council Holds Impact Fee Work Session

Local

The Atlanta City Council held a work session on the city's impact fee schedule update and they need to hear from you!

REALTORS® Support Hate Crimes Legislation

Local

The Atlanta Commercial Board of REALTORS® and the Atlanta REALTORS® Association have joined forces to bring Georgia together to support the passage of H.B. 426, the Georgia Hate Crimes Bill.

Covid-19 Update: Governor Relaxes Coronavirus Restrictions

State

On Thursday, June 11th, Governor Brian Kemp issued his latest executive order that relaxes most coronavirus restrictions for businesses in Georgia.