The Avondale Estates City Commission, at its May 11 meeting, approved of an intergovernmental agreement with the Downtown Development Authority to transfer city-owned property to the DDA to facilitate the redevelopment of properties in line with the city’s downtown master plan. This includes developing a hotel near the Town Green
Avondale Estates Mayor Jonathan Elmore highlighted the development and projects that are happening in the city during his State of the City address on Thursday, April 21.
The city of Avondale Estates recently sent about 25 violation notices to residents who are renting out properties or an accessory dwelling unit on a short-term basis, using services like Airbnb or VRBO, violating the city's zoning code.
The city of Avondale Estates will be taking on more responsibility when it comes to stormwater infrastructure and is looking into a solution to address stormwater issues on Hess Drive.
Various events are happening this week in and around DeKalb County, including a gender-creative story time event at Charis Books and More, the awards ceremony for the Avondale Alliance for Racial Justice's art contest, and a 80s themed trivia night at Three Taverns Brewery. Several local government meetings are also scheduled for this week.