Every year, ARC, in conjunction with the Livable Communities Coalition, honors trend-setting developments in the Atlanta region with the Developments of Excellence Awards. Past winners have been honored for exemplifying urban revitalization, transit accessibility, affordable housing, conservation and sustainability.
The award is given to developments in the 10-county metro region, or within LCI study areas in the 20-county region, that exemplify the policies and practices of ARC’s Regional Development Plan. Developments are eligible for selection as a Development of Excellence if they advance the policies and best development practices of the Regional Development Plan. Past award winners include developments that show how great design can create a "positive framework for the future" today and showcase how our community is creating innovative and successful developments for the future.
For more information:
Jon Tuley
Atlanta Regional Commission, 40 Courtland Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
404-463-3309, 404-463-3254
Developments of Excellence Awards Program Booklet
View the 10th Anniversary DOE TV show
2009 Development of Excellence Award Winners
1) 2009 Development of Excellence Award - Suwanee Town Center
City of Suwanee, Main Street Corners LLC, Madison Retail, & Bowen Family Homes
2) Livable Centers Initiative Achievement Award - Cornerstone on the Square
City of Lawrenceville and the Morsberger Group
3) Exceptional Merit Award for Context Sensitive Infill - Renaissance Walk at Sweet Auburn
Presented to the Integral Group
4) Exceptional Merit for Historic Preservation - The Ellis on Peachtree
The Ellis on Peachtree, the Atlanta Development Authority and Central Atlanta Progress