DCA's Office of Planning and Environmental Management
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Programs and Assistance Resources
For more information about any of the programs or resources listed below:
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Local Planning Assistance
We provide guidance and a variety of resources for developing Local Comprehensive Plans working out county-wide strategies for delivery of public services (Service Delivery Strategies) and establishing a local Impact Fee system.
| Application Required | On-Site TA Available | Remote TA Available | Training Available | Online Information |
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For more information, contact Jon West: jon.west@dca.ga.gov or 404.327.6872
Signature Community Program
We offer recognition and benefits to communities that maintain a culture of continuous improvement through consistent success with implementing their comprehensive plan.
| Application Required | On-Site TA Available | Remote TA Available | Training Available | Online Information |
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Yes |
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For more information, contact Adriane Wood: adriane.wood@dca.ga.gov or
478.319.0433
Water Resources Technical Assistance
We provide assistance for managing water resources at the local level, including the WaterFirst program, which recognizes and rewards communities that excel in stewardship of water resources.
| Application Required | On-Site TA Available | Remote TA Available | Training Available | Online Information |
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For more information, contact Deatre Denion: deatre.denion@dca.ga.gov or 912.704.4136.
Community Planning Institute
We offer practical training on key issues faced by local governments, including:
- Preparing your local comprehensive plan
- Implementing your local comprehensive plan
- Managing water resources
- Finding the right ordinances to fit local needs
| Application Required | On-Site TA Available | Remote TA Available | Training Available | Online Information |
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No |
No |
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Yes |
For more information, contact Adriane Wood: adriane.wood@dca.ga.gov, or 478.319.0433.
Regional Planning Assistance
We provide funding and guidance for quality planning-related services to local governments by the Regional Commissions.
| Application Required | On-Site TA Available | Remote TA Available | Training Available | Online Information |
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For more information, contact Elizabeth Smith: elizabeth.smith@dca.ga.gov or 404.679.0666.
Resource Teams
We offer direct technical assistance from a team of experts to help communities implement particular projects in their Local Comprehensive Plan or address one or more of the Quality Community Objectives (QCOs)..
Application Required |
On-Site TA Available |
Remote TA Available |
Training Available |
Online Information |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
For more information, contact Jim Frederick: jim.frederick@dca.ga.gov or
404.679.3105
Best Practices & Model Code
We identify practical Best Practices for sustainable community and economic development in each city or county in Georgia. Our Model Code provides a variety of easy to use ordinances for addressing particular local needs.
| Application Required | On-Site TA Available | Remote TA Available | Training Available | Online Information |
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For more information, contact Adriane Wood: adriane.wood@dca.ga.gov or
478.319.0433
Solid Waste Management, Recycling and Radon Assistance
We provide guidance and resources for managing solid waste at the local level, including support to communities and organizations in setting up, expanding, or adjusting their local or regional recycling programs. We support a statewide education program to help homeowners and builders reduce indoor airborne radon levels, though our partners at the University of Georgia Extension Service
| Application Required | On-Site TA Available | Remote TA Available | Training Available | Online Information |
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No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
For more information, contact Deatre Denion: deatre.denion@dca.ga.gov or 912.704.4136.
