Residents seek zoning relief for new multigenerational home on two joined lots

The Community Zoning Information Meeting held on June 2, 2025, in South Fulton, Fulton County, Georgia, focused on a request for zoning relief concerning a multi-generational home project. The meeting began with a presentation from a resident, Ms. Rashard, who detailed her plans to combine two recently purchased one-acre lots into a single property.

Ms. Rashard explained that the current zoning conditions, which classify both lots as R-2, prevent them from being joined without a modification request. She emphasized the importance of this project for her family, as it aims to create a living space that accommodates multiple generations under one roof while maintaining privacy. The proposed home will feature private entrances to individual bedrooms, each equipped with full bathrooms, alongside shared common areas like a family room and kitchen.

During the discussion, Ms. Rashard clarified that the design of the home would resemble a single-family residence, despite its multi-generational purpose. She highlighted the need for such living arrangements as families age and require assistance from their children, allowing them to remain in the community they cherish.

The meeting included questions from both residents and staff, seeking to understand the specifics of the project and its implications for the neighborhood. Ms. Rashard reiterated that the home would not be a duplex or triplex but rather a single-family dwelling designed to support family members of different generations living together harmoniously.

Following this presentation, the meeting moved on to the next agenda item, indicating a structured approach to addressing community zoning matters. The discussions underscored the growing trend of multi-generational living solutions in response to changing family dynamics and the need for supportive housing options.