%20(1).png?width=400&height=224&name=New%20ACBR%20logo%20(2)%20(1).png "ACBR Atlanta Commercial Board color logo")
Federal Issues
Georgia Lawmakers Launch Comprehensive Review of Local Property Taxes
Georgia lawmakers have begun a broad review of the state's property tax system that could shape local government finance and property taxation for ...
Federal Issues
US House Reviews FEMA Reorganization Legislation
On July 15, 2026, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee held a hearing on the bipartisan Fixing Emergency Management for Americans ...
Federal Issues
21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Becomes Law
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is one of the most significant pieces of housing legislation passed by Congress in decades.
Local Issues
Data Center Task Force Begins Work
The Atlanta Commercial Board recently established a Data Center Task Force. The Task Force is bringing together commercial practitioners and industry ...
Federal Issues
Housing and the American Electorate
With the Georgia run-off elections and the national mid-term elections just around the corner, it’s important to consider how housing is impacting ...
RPAC
Build Your Leadership & Development Skills with Atlanta’s Urban Plan Academy
The Urban Plan Academy for Community Leaders offers a unique opportunity to better understand that process through an engaging, hands-on learning ...
Local Issues
Georgia Enacts First Major Statewide HOA Reform
In addition to tax legislation, Governor Brian Kemp has also signed landmark legislation often referred to as the Georgia Property Owners’ Bill of ...
Federal Issues
HUD Implements President’s Executive Order to Develop Best Practices for Home Construction
On March 13, the President issued an executive order that directs federal agencies to develop regulatory best practices for housing construction. The ...
RPAC
Atlanta REALTORS® PAC: Strengthening Communities Across The Region
Often, members hear about the Atlanta REALTORS® Political Action Committee (Atlanta REALTORS® PAC) in the context of fundraisers, recognition events, ...
Local Issues
Governor Signs Legislation Granting Broad Tax Relief for Georgia Taxpayers
On May 11, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed two pieces of legislation into law, granting Georgia taxpayers significant tax relief following the ...
Local Issues
Updated Opportunity Zone Program Opens Door for Community Growth
Last year’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act renewed and permanently expanded the Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) program through the creation of “QOZ ...
Local Issues
Your Vote Matters: Don’t Miss the June 16 Runoff Elections
The election season is not over yet. On June 16, voters in several local races across metro Atlanta will return to the polls for runoff elections. ...
Local Issues
Join Us for Our Next Town Hall Meeting in Brookhaven
Our next Town Hall Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 8, at the Brookhaven City Hall, located at 4001 Peachtree Road NE, Brookhaven, and ...
RPAC
Permitting Reform in Congress: A Quiet Shift with Major Implications for Commercial Real Estate
While much of the attention in Washington has focused on housing affordability and interest rates, a quieter—but highly consequential—conversation is ...