7 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in DeKalb County, Georgia.
Verified from official government sources
Recreational vehicles and trailers in residential zones of unincorporated DeKalb County are subject to zoning ordinance (Ch. 27) standards. Long-term RV storage in front yards or on public streets is generally restricted. Rear yard storage is preferred. Code Enforcement: 404-371-2181.
New or modified driveways and curb cuts in unincorporated DeKalb County require permits from the Building Inspection Department (404-371-3026). Vehicles must not block sidewalks or the public right-of-way. Impervious surface limits in residential zoning may restrict driveway expansions.
Heavy commercial vehicles parked long-term in residential zones of unincorporated DeKalb County may violate the Zoning Ordinance (Ch. 27). Standard pickups for personal use are generally allowed. Large trucks and semi-trailers are restricted from long-term residential storage. Code Enforcement: 404-371-2181.
Street parking in unincorporated DeKalb County follows Georgia vehicle code and county ordinances. No parking within 15 feet of fire hydrants, no blocking driveways or intersections. Inoperable vehicles are regulated under the county nuisance code (Ch. 18). Code Enforcement: 404-371-2181.
DeKalb County allows overnight street parking on most residential streets. Some HOA-maintained and permit-parking areas restrict it. Commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR prohibited overnight in residential zones.
DeKalb County requires electrical permits for Level 2 EV charger installation. New multifamily and commercial construction increasingly includes EV-ready parking. No HOA preemption law in Georgia.
DeKalb County follows Georgia abandoned vehicle law (OCGA §40-11-1+). Vehicles on public property 10+ days or inoperable vehicles on private property without screening may be impounded. Junk vehicles prohibited in residential zones.
4 cities in DeKalb County have their own parking rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
4 verified rules • Commercial Vehicle Restrictions, Driveway Rules
4 verified rules • Commercial Vehicle Restrictions, Driveway Rules
4 verified rules • Commercial Vehicle Restrictions, Driveway Rules
4 verified rules • Commercial Vehicle Restrictions, Driveway Rules
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