Dunwoody Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for Aug. 6, 2026

The City of Dunwoody Zoning Board of Appeals held a meeting on August 6, 2026, primarily to consider a variance request related to a retaining wall encroaching into the city's 75-foot stream buffer at 1814 Village Mill Road. The homeowners had constructed the retaining wall and drainage system without permits to address erosion and runoff issues caused by steep slopes and increased water flow from nearby developments. Staff recommended approval of the variance, noting the retaining wall was a minor improvement necessary to stabilize the property and did not significantly increase impervious surface area. After hearing from the applicants and a supportive neighbor, the board unanimously approved the variance with a condition to adhere to the submitted site plan. No other procurement or budget matters were discussed during the meeting.