Mixed-Use Project Planned for Southeast Atlanta Neighborhood

“Plans are coming into clearer focus for a mixed-use proposal that aims to infuse housing options, commercial activity, and general vibrancy into the historic core of Lakewood Heights,” writes Josh Green in Urbanize Atlanta. The project is led by the nonprofit St. Vincent de Paul Georgia, which held four community workshops this year before finalizing the project plans, which require rezoning.

“According to SVDP’s latest presentation, the project would create a pedestrian-oriented environment with new living options within the commercial district to help ‘support a more sustainable and varied business environment.’” The latest plan shows 72 apartments and 7,500 square feet of retail space, with one-third of the units to be rented at market rate. “Community feedback so far indicates neighbors want to see the commercial space used for food options such as a sandwich shop, a family healthcare provider, a bank branch, or a combination of those.”