Planning and Zoning Division

Mission Statement

To ensure that all land use and development proposals conform to the City's Comprehensive Plan and Code of Ordinances, provide information and services regarding existing and future land use and zoning.

Responsibilities

The Planning and Zoning Division handles public inquiries, annexation and rezoning requests, short and long range planning, composition of land use regulations, and assures implementation of the community Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and Subdivision Regulations.

Comprehensive Plan

The Joint Comprehensive Plan for Coffee County and the Cities of Ambrose, Broxton, Douglas, and Nicholls is a document mandated by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs and must be revised every 5 years. The plan contains the City of Douglas’ goals and objectives and covers topics such as transportation, population, housing, land use, economic development, natural resources, historic resources, community facilities, and land use. A resolution to adopt the plans was approved by the City of Douglas Mayor and City Commission on September 25, 2023.

Link to FY' 2024 Joint Comp Plan for Coffee County and the cities of Ambrose, Broxton, Douglas, and Nicholls (2024-2028) (PDF)

Redevelopment Area Strategy Designation (R.A.S.)

The City of Douglas received its third continuation of DCA’s Revitalization Area Strategy (RAS) designation. RAS recognizes local planning and collaboration efforts and allows the city to apply annually for Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) and receive bonus points when applying for CDBG funds. The program rewards innovative local strategies and emphasizes collaborative redevelopment in areas with a poverty rate of 20% or higher, as defined by the Urban Redevelopment Plan.

Link to RAS Map (PDF)

Unified Land Development Code (ULDC)

This is the City of Douglas Unified Land Development Code as adopted by Mayor and Commission. This code may be amended from time to time by ordinance. Contact the Community Development Department for questions, 912-383-0277.

Unified Land Development Code (as amended 8-8-2022) (PDF)

Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) Zoning Map for Douglas (2025) (PDF)

ULDC Table of Permitted Usage Guide (PDF)

Application for Annexation, Deannexation, and Rezoning (PDF)

Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Hazard Mitigation Plan provides an overview of the hazards that may impact Coffee County and the Cities of Ambrose, Broxton, Douglas, and Nicholls. It outlines the community’s plans to mitigate the potential loss of life and damages to property and the economy that could occur with these events. Hazard Mitigation is a means to address and proactively reduce the potential damage that man- made disasters may cause.

Link to Hazard Mitigation Plan (PDF)