The South Fulton Community Improvement District (CID) is currently holding conversations across the Cities of Fairburn, Palmetto, South Fulton and Union City to identify new and potential areas of industrial growth. Property owners within these identified areas are being given the opportunity to join the South Fulton CID to bring greater resources to the area quicker, plan and develop infrastructure improvements more rapidly, and create collaborative opportunities for property owners and businesses to create a better community together.
SOUTH FULTON CID EXPANSION
SOUTH FULTON CID EXPANSION
South Fulton CID is investing in local opportunity.
BENEFITS FOR NEW CID AREAS
TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS
The CID is actively working on connectivity throughout the district and beyond by addressing critical transportation challenges such as improving access to industrial and commercial areas, optimizing traffic flow, and supporting infrastructure upgrades that benefit both businesses and residents.
IMPROVED PUBLIC SAFETY
Public safety is a top priority. New partnerships with local police departments and exploring innovative solutions such as mobile surveillance trailers will enhance safety and provide a sense of security for all stakeholders.
BEAUTIFICATION
Community partnerships are being explored as part of this expansion to bring a new level of care and attention to the district’s visual appeal.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
The CID works to build stronger connections among property owners, businesses, and local governments to work together on shared goals for the community’s future.
TARGET EXPANSION AREAS
The 2026 expansion focuses on three key zones, each with unique opportunities, challenges, and priorities:
West Zone (Fairburn, South Fulton, Palmetto):
This newly developed industrial area features a high density of redeveloped parcels along Roosevelt Highway / Highway 29.
- Short-term Efforts: The new developments are facing infrastructure issues and the CID is working to bring property owners together with local and regional entities to solve these complex problems.
- Long-term Efforts: The CID is looking to assist these newly developed properties with improved access to I-85.
Central Zone (Fairburn):
Building on the progress of the 2024 expansion, the Central Zone is focused on industrial properties at the southern corner of Roosevelt Highway and Fairburn Industrial Highway.
- Long-term Efforts: Address connectivity challenges raised in ongoing discussions with property owners.
East Zone (South Fulton and Union City):
This rapidly developing area consists of multiple areas:
Commercial Corridor of Jonesboro Highway, consisting of primarily commercial businesses and car dealerships.
- Short-term Efforts: New public safety initiatives to benefit local business security.
- Long-term Efforts: The CID is looking to assist these newly developed properties with improved infrastructure.
Oakley Industrial Corridor between Jonesboro Road and Flat Shoals Road, Shannon Mall redeveloped industrial area, Goodson Road corridor, and Royal South Parkway corridor.
- Short-term Efforts: Ensuring coordinated growth and problem-solving while advocating for Highway 138 / I-85 Interchange Improvements.
- Long-term Efforts: Long-term project alignment with the Highway 138 / I-85 Interchange Improvements to enhance the accessibility and mobility of the corridors.
JOIN US AND SHAPE SOUTH FULTON CID'S FUTURE
This expansion is an opportunity to become a part of the South Fulton CID to work together with your neighbors to create a more vibrant and safer community that fosters long-term economic growth. If you are a property owner or business, your input is essential to making this work a success!
Contact us today to learn more about the expansion and how you can participate.
Learn more about joining the South Fulton CID by emailing: [email protected].