Dunwoody Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for May 7, 2026

The City of Dunwoody Zoning Board of Appeals held a meeting on May 7, 2026, primarily addressing two major zoning variance cases. The first case involved multiple variance requests related to a retaining wall and fence at 4661 Buckline Circle, including encroachment into rear setbacks and fence height exceeding the allowed limits. The board heard extensive public comments both in favor and against the variances, with concerns raised about property line encroachments, water runoff, and neighborhood impact. After deliberation, the board approved the six-foot fence in the street yard but deferred decisions on the retaining wall encroachment and the combined fence and retaining wall height variances to the July meeting, directing the applicant to work with neighbors on a revised plan. The second case concerned a special exception and variance for a new single-family home at 2628 Amberly Drive to encroach into contextual street and rear setbacks due to the lot's shallow depth. After public comments and discussion, the board approved the request with conditions, including adherence to the submitted site plan and a two-year construction commencement deadline. No new applications were scheduled for the June meeting, effectively canceling it.