Atlanta Local Information
Practical information for Atlanta and Fulton County: who governs what, trash and recycling, permits, weather alerts and who to call, each linked to the official source.
Top story
Atlanta CASA opens storefront in JA Finance Park in Midtown
Atlanta CASA, which speaks up for Fulton County children in foster care, is the newest partner at JA Finance Park, teaching students about giving back.
Guides and how-tos
Atlanta
Atlanta, Fulton County and the neighbors: who governs what
How Atlanta fits into Fulton County and Georgia: the city, the county, Atlanta City School District, the neighboring towns within 15 miles, and which one to call for what.
Trash
Trash and recycling pickup in Atlanta: schedule, holidays, bulk
Atlanta collects trash, recycling and yard trimmings weekly on one day. Carts out by 7 a.m.; book bulk pickup through ATL311 or call 404-546-0311.
Property taxes
Fulton County property taxes: rates, due dates and how to appeal
Fulton County taxes on 2026 Atlanta bills are due Oct. 15; the city's share was due Sept. 30. Bills are temporary this year. Questions: 404-613-6100.
Permits
Building permits and zoning in Atlanta
Atlanta permits are filed online in Accela and reviewed by the Office of Buildings, 404-330-6150. Rezonings go to your NPU, then the Zoning Review Board.
Roads
Atlanta road closures: Peachtree Battle Avenue, Route 139
Peachtree Battle Avenue loses a lane weekdays for paving, and 511 lists Route 139 at Lee Street shut for filming Monday, Nov. 2. Plus who to call.
Home prices
Atlanta home prices and housing market
The typical Atlanta home was worth $381,948 in August 2026, down 2.0% in a year, Zillow says. FHFA shows metro prices up 1.04% in a year.
Schools
Atlanta schools guide: districts, calendars and ratings
Atlanta Public Schools runs the city's public schools. Fall break is Oct. 14-16; Thanksgiving break Nov. 23-27. Find your zone school and enroll online.
Things to do
Things to do in Atlanta this month: October 2026
Atlanta to Dec. 1: Oakland's last Halloween tours, Boo at the Zoo, the city's Boo Bash Oct. 29, the Veterans Day Parade Nov. 7 and the tree lighting Nov. 22.
Elections
Voting in Fulton County: registration, polling places, early voting
Early voting for the Nov. 3 election runs Oct. 13-30 at 10 Atlanta sites, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays. Fulton County elections: 404-612-7020.
Farmers markets
Atlanta farmers markets
Atlanta farmers markets by day: East Atlanta Village Thursdays, Freedom, Peachtree Road and Piedmont Park on Saturdays, Grant Park on Sundays. Several double SNAP.
Parks
Parks and trails in Atlanta
Atlanta parks guide: Piedmont Park hours (6 a.m. to 11 p.m.), splash pads, eight off-leash dog parks, the BeltLine and the park rules. Parks: 311.
Restaurant inspections
Restaurant inspection scores in Fulton County
Of 770 Atlanta food businesses inspected Sept. 8 to Oct. 6, 712 hold an A, 53 a B and 5 a C. How scores work and where to look them up: 770-520-7500.
Business
New businesses in Atlanta
New food businesses in Atlanta, from county health permit records: Loop, Four Oh Four Burgers, Khao Centennial Yards and more, August to October 2026.
Public notices
Public notices in Atlanta and Fulton County
An index of Atlanta and Fulton County public notices: the county's last millage hearing Oct. 7, the legal organs and where official notices are published.
City Hall
Who to call at Atlanta City Hall
Atlanta's mayor and every City Council member with phones, plus ATL311 (404-546-0311) and police non-emergency (404-658-6666).
Power outages
Power outages in Atlanta: who to call and outage maps
Atlanta power out? Report it to Georgia Power 24/7 at 888-891-0938, text OUT to 42797, or check the outage map. Downed line: call 911.
Population
Atlanta population 2026: growth, age, income and housing
Atlanta had 529,110 residents on July 1, 2025, the Census Bureau estimates, up 6.1% since the 2020 census and 26% since 2010. Age, income and housing.
History
Atlanta history and landmarks
Atlanta began in 1837 at the end of the Western & Atlantic railroad and was incorporated in 1847. Its 226 National Register listings and where to visit.
Moving
Moving to Atlanta: utilities, schools, trash, permits, taxes
New to Atlanta? Water is the city's, power is Georgia Power, gas is a marketer you pick, trash is billed on your tax bill. License and tag within 30 days.
MARTA
Getting around Atlanta: roads, transit, airport, parking
Getting around Atlanta: MARTA rail to the airport on the Red and Gold lines, the new Rapid A-Line, the interstates, 511 traffic and park-and-ride.
Neighborhoods
Atlanta neighborhoods: where to live and what each area is like
11 Atlanta neighborhoods from Buckhead Village to Cascade Heights: ZIP codes, zoned high schools and August 2026 Zillow home values, with a map.
Neighborhoods
Buckhead Village, Atlanta: homes, schools, parks and commute
Buckhead Village is in ZIP 30305 and zoned for North Atlanta High. Zillow's typical home value in 30305 was $703,042 in August 2026, up 3.47%.
Neighborhoods
Cascade Heights, Atlanta: homes, schools, parks and commute
Cascade Heights in southwest Atlanta is in ZIP 30311, split between two high school zones. Zillow's typical value in 30311 was $230,014 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Downtown Atlanta: homes, schools, parks and commute
Downtown Atlanta has six MARTA rail stations inside its boundary and three main ZIP codes. Zillow's typical value in 30303 was $200,404 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
East Atlanta: homes, schools, parks and commute
East Atlanta, home of East Atlanta Village, is in ZIP 30316 and DeKalb County. Zillow's typical value in 30316 was $397,330 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Grant Park, Atlanta: homes, schools, parks and commute
Grant Park is zoned for Parkside Elementary, King Middle and Maynard Jackson High. Zillow's typical value in ZIP 30312 was $445,097 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Inman Park, Atlanta: homes, schools, parks and commute
Inman Park is in ZIP 30307 and zoned for Springdale Park Elementary and Midtown High. Zillow's typical value in 30307 was $730,526 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Kirkwood, Atlanta: homes, schools, parks and commute
Kirkwood is in the DeKalb County part of Atlanta and zoned for Toomer Elementary. Zillow's typical value in ZIP 30317 was $570,358 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Midtown, Atlanta: homes, schools, parks and commute
Midtown Atlanta is zoned for Midtown High and has three MARTA rail stations. Zillow's typical value in ZIP 30309 was $384,386 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta: homes, schools, parks and commute
Old Fourth Ward is zoned for Hope-Hill Elementary, Howard Middle and Midtown High. Zillow's typical value in ZIP 30312 was $445,097 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Virginia Highland, Atlanta: homes, schools, parks and commute
Virginia Highland is in ZIP 30306 and zoned for Midtown High. Zillow's typical home value in 30306 was $954,793 in August 2026, up 6.3% on the year.
Neighborhoods
West End, Atlanta: homes, schools, parks and commute
West End has its own MARTA rail station and is zoned for Booker T. Washington High. Zillow's typical value in ZIP 30310 was $267,305 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Atlanta vs East Point vs Hapeville vs Decatur: taxes and schools
Atlanta, East Point, Hapeville and Decatur side by side: 2025 millage rates, school scores, August 2026 home values, Census income and commute times.
Schools
Atlanta public schools: every school, zone and report card
All 83 Atlanta Public Schools schools: addresses, grades, 2025 enrollment and CCRPI scores, zone maps, plus private schools in the city.
