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.
DeKalb County's Zoning Ordinance (Ch. 27) restricts commercial vehicles in residential zoning districts. Heavy commercial vehicles (large trucks, semi-trailers, commercial box trucks) stored long-term on residential streets or properties may violate zoning use standards. Personal-use pickup trucks are generally permitted. Contact Code Enforcement (404-371-2181) or Planning and Sustainability (404-371-2155) for specific guidance.
Zoning violation: $50 to $250. Repeat: daily fines. Towing possible for street violations.
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