# Zoning Ordinance Update Public Meeting

This public meeting held by the Augusta, Georgia government on September 24, 2026, focused on updating the city's zoning ordinance, which was originally adopted in 1963 and has only been incrementally changed since. The meeting provided an overview of the comprehensive draft zoning ordinance rewrite, which aims to modernize zoning regulations to better align with the Envision Augusta comprehensive plan and address current community needs. Key topics included introducing new housing types such as duplexes and cottages, promoting mixed-use development, revitalizing downtown and commercial corridors, and streamlining the development review process. The update also seeks to address non-conforming lots, improve buffers and landscaping standards, and encourage adaptive reuse of historic buildings. Public input was encouraged through surveys and interactive stations focusing on residential neighborhoods, downtown core, commercial corridors, and rural/agricultural areas. While no specific contract awards or procurement decisions were discussed, the meeting highlighted policy changes that could influence future development projects and vendor opportunities related to zoning and urban planning in Augusta.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 24, 2026

### Sources
- [Zoning Ordinance Update Public Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBf1QhBivrE) - Augusta, Georgia Government