171 Walnut St SW, Atlanta, GA 30314

Special Public Interest Walnut Medium Density Residential District

The intent of the Council in establishing SPI-4 as a zoning district is as follows: Preserve, protect and foster the redevelopment of AUC and Ashview Heights through the integration of transportation and land use planning in a way that balances local, regional, and state economic benefits; Preserve and protect AUC and Ashview Heights's historic buildings and sites as recognized by the inclusion of several buildings on the National Register of Historic Places; Encourage the development of housing that provides a range of opportunities for citizens within the district; Encourage a compatible mixture of residential, commercial, industrial, cultural and recreational uses; Create an urban environment where people can live, work, meet and play; Promote pedestrian safety by providing for pleasant and convenient sidewalk level pedestrian circulation that minimizes impediments by vehicles; Encourage the use of MARTA and other public transit facilities and alternative transportation modes; Combine elements of stormwater mitigation and green infrastructure throughout the AUC and neighboring Atlanta Housing properties and the Castleberry Hill neighborhood to reduce runoff and improve water quality; and Enhance the efficient utilization of accessible and sufficient parking facilities in an unobtrusive manner, including encouraging shared parking and alternative modes of transportation.