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Site analysis in Atlanta
An introduction to site analysis in Atlanta, covering planning context, common constraints, climate, terrain and transport. Use this city overview to identify what needs checking at the specific site.
Use this overview to plan your research. Verify current requirements and site-specific conditions against the relevant primary sources. Read our data sources, coverage and limits guide.
Planning regime
Atlanta City Design + Zoning Ordinance + Comprehensive Development Plan
Key constraints
- BeltLine TOD overlay
- Historic district zones
- Tree protection ordinance
- Hilly granite topography
Climate context
Cfa humid subtropical. 2740 hrs sunshine. 1280mm rainfall.
Topography
Piedmont plateau 305m AOD, undulating ridges and valleys, no major river through downtown.
Transport spine
MARTA heavy rail 4 lines, streetcar, BeltLine multi-use trail (rail planned).
Building height context
Bank of America Plaza 312m. Midtown and Buckhead high-rise corridors. Historic zones 4-5 storey.
Notable recent projects
- Atlanta BeltLine
- Centennial Yards
- Midtown Union
- The Stitch over I-75/85
Questions
What planning policies apply in Atlanta?
Atlanta City Design + Zoning Ordinance + Comprehensive Development Plan
What are the most common site constraints in Atlanta?
BeltLine TOD overlay. Historic district zones. Tree protection ordinance. Hilly granite topography.
Can Atlasly run a site analysis in Atlanta?
Available site information depends on the address and data source. Start with the site location and review the returned sources and coverage before using the results.
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