Driveway construction and curb cuts in Dunwoody require permits from the Community Development Department. Vehicles parked in driveways must not block sidewalks or extend into the public right-of-way. Residential driveways must be paved or have an approved all-weather surface.
New driveways and curb cuts in Dunwoody require a permit from Community Development (678-382-6800). Driveways must be maintained in good condition and must not allow vehicles to park blocking the public sidewalk. Front yard impervious surface coverage is subject to limits in some residential zoning districts. Parking on unpaved front lawns is a frequent code violation.
Blocking sidewalk: $50 to $150 ticket. Lawn parking: $100 to $250 code violation. Unpermitted driveway: correction notice.
Dunwoody, GA
Dunwoody regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound permits available for events. O.C.G.A. §16-11-39 applies to unreasonable disturba...
Dunwoody, GA
Barking dogs in Dunwoody are regulated under the general noise ordinance (Ch. 18) and DeKalb County animal control provisions. Persistent barking that unreas...
Dunwoody, GA
Dunwoody Chapter 18 restricts construction and landscaping noise. Landscape contractors may not operate motorized equipment before 7:30 AM or after 8:30 PM o...
Dunwoody, GA
Dunwoody's noise ordinance is codified in Chapter 18. The ordinance prohibits loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noises in the city. General quiet hours are o...
Dunwoody, GA
A fence permit is NOT required in Dunwoody for fences completely to the rear of a residential home. A permit IS required for new fences, vehicular gates, and...
Dunwoody, GA
Georgia common law applies in Dunwoody: fences must be installed on the owner's property. No city ordinance requires neighbor consent before fence installati...
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