Sandy Springs Unveils Larger Development Notice Signs

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Sandy Springs, GA -- A new initiative undertaken by Sandy Springs will make it much easier to read development notice signs posted around the city.

The city on Wednesday unveiled a redesigned sign format that will be used to inform the community about development project requests.

One noticeable change in the format is the size: the new signs measure 4 feet by 8 feet.

“We heard from the community that they felt the signage was too small, and they wanted something in place that was easier to read. We think the new size should attract the necessary attention,” said Assistant City Manager Jim Tolbert.

Along with the increase in size, the signs are marked with a “Z” for zoning and rezoning cases, “U” to designate projects with a requested use permit, or “V” for a variance change.

The signs list the case number and dates for public hearings before the Planning Commission and City Council. A web address is also provided, linking web visitors to the project’s resource page on the city’s website. Residents can also access the case map via the Sandy Springs Works mobile app.

“Our goal is to engage the community early in the decision making process, to enable the city to reach a consensus quickly and more efficiently,” Tolbert added.

The new signs are printed and placed at the proposed development site by the developer. The new signage requirements went into effect Jan. 1.

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Photo: City of Sandy Springs Planner Kristin Byars stands next to one of the city’s new zoning signs. Credit: city of Sandy Springs