Dunwoody to host ‘Edge City 2.0’ seminars to discuss future of Perimeter area

A group of Dunwoody government entities and affiliated organizations will hold a series of seminars called Edge City 2.0 on the future of the city’s Perimeter area.

An announcement by city officials, the Dunwoody Development Authority, Discover Dunwoody, Perimeter Chamber, and Perimeter Community Improvement District said that the four-part series will “delve into critical aspects of growth and development, including economic vibrancy, housing options, transportation enhancements, green space initiatives, and community activities.”

“We are thrilled to launch this seminar series, which represents a concerted effort to envision and plan for the future of the Perimeter area,” Michael Starling, Dunwoody Director of Economic Development said. “By collaborating across the community, we will strengthen the Edge City 2.0 roadmap for strategic growth.”

The The Edge City 2.0 study completed in 2023, will serve as the strategic blueprint for the series titled “Edge City 2.0: Shaping Tomorrow’s Perimeter,”the release said.

According to the city’s website, community engagement meetings were held throughout 2022, along with extensive interviews with community partners and other research. A final report released in January 2023. Consulting firm Pond & Company spearheaded the effort.

The 275-page report revealed, among other amenities, that the public wants parks and recreation facilities, gathering spots, trails and public art in the Perimeter area. Participants also expressed a desire for more owner-occupied single-family housing.

The following project goals were identified after gathering input by the community and the members of the Edge 2.0 committee, which consisted of citizens, government officials and key members of the Perimeter business community:

• Build a community-supported vision for Perimeter Center that reflects current conditions and 20-year build out.
• Identify transportation investments that provide for safe movement of pedestrians, bicycles, and transit in, through and around the Perimeter area.
• Develop case studies of comparable edge cities that provide real-world examples of what the district could look like under chosen growth scenario.

To that end, the series will feature presentations and panel discussions on trends seen around the country, and discuss how they could be applied to the Perimeter area.

Session One : Emerging Suburban Development Patterns – Thursday, Aug. 22, 8:30 to 10 a.m. Featuring renowned Georgia Tech Urbanist Ellen Dunham Jones, this session will explore the latest trends and innovations in suburban development and compare the Perimeter Market to similar districts across the country. Use this link to register .

Session Two : Evolving Suburban Housing Options – Thursday, Nov. 7, 8:30 to 10 a.m. This session will examine the evolving landscape of suburban housing and address the wide-ranging needs and preferences of residents. Use this link to register .

Session Three : Energizing the Future of Retail – Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025, 8:30 to 10 a.m. This session will focus on strategies to energize retail spaces and discuss innovative retail concepts, placemaking initiatives, and community engagement strategies to create vibrant retail destinations. Registration is not yet open for this event.

Session Four : Emerging Office Market – Thursday, May 1, 2025, 8:30 to 10 a.m. This session will examine the emerging trends and opportunities in the office market. From flexible work spaces to technology-driven office environments, attendees will study ways to attract and retain businesses in the Perimeter area. Registration is not yet open for this event.

Tickets for Perimeter Chamber members are $30 per person and $40 for non-members.

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