Atlanta Zoning
C-5 Zone in Atlanta, GA
C-5 zoning district rules in Atlanta, GA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
Commercial District— Central Business District
The C-5 zone in Atlanta, GA is a commercial district (Central Business District). Permits the widest range of commercial uses at maximum intensity. Applied to downtown cores where high-density mixed commercial uses are appropriate.
Common Permitted Uses
- Office towers
- Retail
- Hotels
- Entertainment
- Financial services
- Mixed-use development
Permits the widest range of commercial uses at maximum intensity. Applied to downtown cores where high-density mixed commercial uses are appropriate.
Parking Requirements
Varies by use and district. Atlanta has been reducing parking minimums in transit corridors and SPI districts.
Source: Atlanta Code of Ordinances Part 16 — Land Development Code; ADU provisions. Last verified April 5, 2026. View source
Last updated: April 5, 2026