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As a reminder, you are able to submit anonymous tips via text messages directly to DeKalb County Police Department. If you see something suspicious in our community or have specific information about a crime that has occurred in the area, please submit any information, photos, or videos via text message to the DeKalb County Police Department, text the keyword DKPD and your tip to 847411. There are additional options to
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Short-Term Rental Licensing and Compliance

The DeKalb County Planning & Sustainability Department launched the short-term rental program on May 20, 2026. All DeKalb County short-term rental owners/operators must apply for and obtain a Short-Term Rental License within 30 days to comply. What is a Short-Term Rental (STR)? A short-term rental is the rental of any room, lodging, or overnight accommodation for a period not exceeding thirty (30) consecutive days, including properties advertised through platforms such as Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, and similar services. Beginning May 20, 2026: Owners/operators of short-term rentals in unincorporated DeKalb County will
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Resilient DeKalb Launches a New Chapter for Environmental Justice in DeKalb County!

On Saturday, March 14, DeKalb County residents joined the Super District 6 team at the Gresham Park Recreation Center for the introduction of Resilient DeKalb, a renewed effort by Commissioner Ted Terry to strengthen environmental justice and civic engagement across DeKalb County. Resilient DeKalb builds on the foundation of the DeKalb Green New Deal while reshaping the focus to emphasize community resilience, transparency, and stronger collaboration between residents and county leadership.
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Tax Exemptions can Save Thousands. Are you eligible?

The DeKalb County Tax Commissioner’s Office recently began mailing over 19,700 homeowners who may be eligible for a new senior exemption or a basic homestead exemption for the current tax year. Whether you’re a new homeowner, a senior, disabled resident, disabled veteran, homeowners should check their exemption status and apply before the April 1 deadline. Filing early minimizes confusion and avoids delays and when tax bills are mailed later in
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In case you missed it: DeKalb Prepares to Launch Women-Owned Business Guide

DeKalb is shining a spotlight on local entrepreneurship with the launch of the DeKalb Women-Owned Business Guide, an initiative led by Decide DeKalb to celebrate and support our very own women business leaders. This effort is fitting as we bring in International Women’s History Month for 2026. With more than 3,900 women-owned businesses operating in DeKalb County, this guide will connect residents with local businesses across industries including food, beauty,
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Love Your Planet by Caring for your Community

February is a month centered on love and what better way to show it than by caring for the planet we all share. As part of our Love Your Planet: Recycle Campaign, Team Commissioner Ted Terry joins Keep DeKalb Beautiful to encourage residents, schools, and businesses to take simple, meaningful steps toward reducing waste and keeping our community clean. As we move forward, we invite everyone to March Into a
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