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Happy Monday, Buckhead, and kudos to those of you that ran or watched the Peachtree; seems Mother Nature spared us from the heat (just a bit). In this week’s news: a mass-timber mixed-use tower just entered the planning pipeline for Buckhead Village, and a century-old heritage lodge is finally getting the renovation it deserves. Plus, Harry Connick Jr. hits Chastain on Saturday and the city council had a packed session worth knowing about.

- News — A striking timber tower is headed for Buckhead Village, the Peachtree Road Race drew its usual massive crowds, and a GSU study maps how West Side rent dollars flow into Buckhead wealth in a fascinating look at city economics.
- Business — Corgi Cafe, a 24/7 spot built for founders and investors, just opened its second location in Buckhead — ideal if you keep unconventional hours and need somewhere to work or meet.
- Events — Harry Connick Jr. plays Chastain Park Saturday, Atlanta History Center previews its new "More Perfect Union" exhibit Thursday, and Buckhead Village is stacked with summer programming all weekend.
- Government — City Council is voting on a 180-day self-storage moratorium and took up the "More MARTA" IGA renegotiation this week, while NPU-B weighs festival permits on Buckhead Avenue and Lucy's Market's alcohol license relocation.
- Construction — A food service buildout is taking shape on Peachtree Hills, a full renovation is in review on Roswell Road, SR 9 is getting a long-overdue resurfacing, and 107 residential permits landed this week, including 27 arborist removals.

Let's dive in.

NEWS

Images: In Buckhead Village, timber mixed-use tower enters pipeline
Developers Jamestown and Fetch are pushing a mass-timber mixed-use tower into the planning pipeline for Buckhead Village, and the renderings are worth a look. The project would bring sustainable, high-density development to the heart of the commercial district, a notable shift from the glass-and-steel norm you're used to seeing rise across Atlanta.

Massive crowds pack 57th annual Peachtree Road Race on Fourth of July
Tens of thousands of runners and spectators turned out for the 57th Peachtree Road Race this Fourth of July, keeping the AJC's signature event very much alive as a Buckhead tradition. If you were anywhere near the course on Saturday morning, you already know the energy was impossible to miss.

Atlanta Public Schools considers new limits on classroom screen time
Atlanta Public Schools is weighing new restrictions on how much time students spend in front of screens during the school day. If you have kids in APS, this one's worth watching closely as the district works toward a formal policy decision.

New life on tap for 'one of Buckhead's most storied structures'
A century-old heritage lodge that's long been one of Buckhead's most architecturally distinctive buildings is heading into a major renovation. The plans aim to preserve its history while giving the structure a genuinely useful future.

Rent Paid on Atlanta's West Side Is Building Wealth in Buckhead, Georgia State University Study Finds
A new Georgia State University study finds that rent dollars collected from tenants on Atlanta's West Side flow directly into wealth accumulation in Buckhead, mapping a financial pipeline that connects two very different parts of the city. For anyone here who owns property or invests in Atlanta real estate, the research puts hard data behind something that's long been suspected but rarely quantified.

BUSINESS

Corgi Cafe - opening - This 24/7 cafe concept built for startup founders and investors just launched its second location in Buckhead, so if you keep unconventional hours and need a place to work, meet, or think, you've got a new spot.

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Monday, July 6
- Trivia Night | Johnny's Hideaway

Thursday, July 9
- More Perfect Union Member Preview Day | Atlanta History Center
- Buckhead Council of Neighborhoods Monthly Meeting | Buckhead Council of Neighborhoods

Friday, July 10
- Emily Giffin in conversation with Colleen Oakley | Atlanta History Center
- Summer Fridays | Buckhead Village District

Saturday, July 11
- Harry Connick, Jr. | Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
- Summer Sorbet and Sale at Frances Valentine | Buckhead Village District
- Veranda Vinyasa | Buckhead Village District
- Saturday Vinyasa Yoga Classes with Highland Yoga | Buckhead Village
- Summer Yoga Series with Sabi Haus of Stillness at Grand Hyatt Atlanta | Grand Hyatt Atlanta
- Uptown Market ATL: Battle of the Generations Silent Disco (3 Live DJs) | The Lawn at Uptown

Sunday, July 12
- Basque in the Sun at Gypsy Kitchen | Buckhead Village District
- CVS Soccer Block Party | CVS

GOVERNMENT

Note: our information comes from posted meetings documents (agendas and minutes when available) — latest source document hyperlinked to each meeting.

Meetings This Week
- Atlanta City Council — Committee on Council | Jul-06, 11:30 AM | key topics: E-SPLOST school tax special election, police security at recreation center polling sites, public comment rule changes, Chattahoochee Brick Company park board appointment
- Atlanta City Council — Full Council Meeting | Jul-06, 1:00 PM | key topics: 180-day self-storage moratorium, Lindbergh EMS/Fire Station land acquisition (1950 W Paces Ferry Rd NW & 2518 W Wesley Rd NW rezoning on agenda), "More MARTA" IGA renegotiation, $200M Southside/Westside healthcare investment request
- Atlanta NPU — NPU-C | Jul-07, 6:45 PM | key topics: citywide solid waste fee adjustments, medical cannabis dispensary special use permit rules, garage & side yard setback variances, alcohol license changes
- Atlanta NPU — NPU-A | Jul-07, 7:00 PM | key topics: medical cannabis dispensary zoning rules, solid waste fee and backyard pickup adjustments
- Atlanta NPU — NPU-B | Jul-07, 7:00 PM | key topics: sign waiver at 2525 Piedmont Rd NE, commercial recreation permit at 3035 Peachtree Rd NE, Buckhead Avenue festival permits, Lucy's Market alcohol license relocation to 3402 Piedmont Rd

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Permits

A busy week of commercial activity across Buckhead. Here's what's moving.

- 3280 Peachtree Rd NE — Two electrical permits issued for interior lighting and power work, including a suite renovation for Lockton Companies on the 10th floor. Routine office upgrades, but it confirms the building stays active.
- 4075 Paces Ferry Rd NW — Low-voltage work underway for an office and classroom remodel. Lighting fixtures going in, data drops relocating. A broader renovation is in progress here.
- 3200 Downwood Cir NW — Two permits issued covering electrical updates and a new sink and dishwasher installation. Small scope, but the combination suggests a tenant buildout or kitchen refresh.
- 3393 Peachtree Rd NE — Fire sprinkler work routed for review. The project adds and relocates sprinklers to meet current NFPA 13 code. No disruption expected outside the building.
- 349 Peachtree Hills Ave NE — Plumbing rough-in permitted for four sinks, two water closets, a drinking fountain, and ice makers. That's a commercial kitchen or food service setup taking shape.
- 3840 Roswell Rd NE — A full building renovation is in review, including demolition of an existing canopy. Worth watching if you pass through the area regularly.
- 479 E Wesley Rd NE — A front roof dormer expansion is in review on a residential property. The goal is converting storage space into usable living area.
- 52 Paces W Dr NW — A multi-family alteration permit covering framing, drywall, flooring, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and paint. Full-unit work. Expect some noise if you're nearby.

Beyond these highlights, there are 71 additional commercial permits in the queue, mostly alterations, fire sprinkler upgrades, and electrical work. On the residential side, 107 permits came through, with arborist removals leading the count at 27, followed by HVAC and plumbing work. Nothing dramatic, but the tree removal volume is worth keeping an eye on as summer storms continue.

Road Work

Under Construction
- I-75 Lighting Upgrade (Fulton County) Crews are replacing the old high-pressure sodium lights along I-75 between Musket Ridge Drive and I-85 with LED fixtures, and may also swap out poles and conduit along the way. Expect work zone conditions on this stretch.
- SR 400 Tunnel Bridge Rehab at the Justin C. Martin Building (Fulton County) Rehabilitation work is underway on the SR 400 tunnel, covering spall repairs to transfer beams and roof slabs, fire system repairs, and other structural upgrades. If SR 400 is part of your daily drive, keep an eye out for lane impacts near this section.
- SR 9 Resurfacing (Fulton County) Paving crews are resurfacing SR 9 from SR 3 up to north of Paces Ferry Road. The road scored low on condition ratings, so this work has been a long time coming. Watch for delays through that corridor while crews work through it.

Utility Work

Atlanta Watershed
- West Wesley Road 24-Hour Closure for Sewer Main Maintenance — Work is getting done at West Wesley Road NW starting today and going through 7/20 for sewer main maintenance. Plan an alternate route if you travel through that stretch.

Service Requests

- Right of Way Overgrowth — Eleven reports came in along Wieuca Road, Paces Ferry Road, Arden Road, West Wesley Road, and several other corridors. Most are already resolved or closed, with two still in progress.
- Potholes — Nine reports spread across the area, including spots near Nancy Creek Road, Biscayne Drive, Peachtree Road at Wesley Road, and Moores Mill Road at Peachtree Battle Avenue. Three came back with no problem found, one got referred to the state DOT, and the rest are closed or in progress.
- Traffic Signal Repairs (Emergency) — Six Level 1 signal repairs were filed at major intersections including Paces Ferry at Northside Drive, Moores Mill at Wesley Road, and Northside Drive at Peachtree Battle Avenue. Four are already resolved.
- Traffic Signal Repairs (Non-Emergency) — Five reports at intersections along Peachtree Road, including Buckhead Avenue, Lenox Road, and Peachtree Dunwoody Road. Three are resolved, two are in progress.
- Sign Repair or Installation — Five requests filed, all still in progress, covering Mathieson Drive, Peachtree Battle Avenue, and Pharr Court.
- Downed Trees — Three trees reported down on Ivy Road, Birchwood Drive, and Mountain Drive. Two are being addressed, one is closed.
- Right of Way Litter — Three litter removal requests near West Oaks Court and Peachtree Battle Avenue, all in progress.

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Until next week,
Buckhead Busybody

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