The Department of City Planning (DCP) offers a range of online and virtual solutions for all your application and permitting needs. Most services are digital only, however, in-person submittals are allowed for certain projects. For information on the application and permitting process, and FAQs, click HERE.

An application for a Special Administrative Permit (SAP) must be submitted when proposing a new cell tower, expanding the ground compound size, or expanding the cell tower height beyond 70 feet. 
 
Submission of a Review for Cell Tower Collocations application is required when proposing a cell tower colocation or other modification that does not increase in the cell tower height or the ground compound size.

Forms and applications can be found HERE.  
 
Applications must be submitted in person to the Department of City Planning, Office of Zoning and Development located at – 
55 Trinity Ave SW
Suite 3350
Atlanta, GA 30303
 
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:15 AM - 5:00 PM 
   • Information Desk Hours:  Monday – Friday, 8:15 AM - 2:00 PM
   • Application Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:15 AM – 3:00 PM  
   • Applications for Appeals are accepted Monday – Friday, 8:15 AM – 5:00 PM

For status updates on submitted permits, visit the Accela Citizen website.  

For additional assistance, contact the Office of Zoning and Development via email at dcpozd@atlantaga.gov or by phone at 404-330-6145.