On this episode of Inside Georgia Real Estate, Deborah Morton of The Agency Atlanta and host Shelley Winter broke down how Georgia’s legislative session is touching real estate. The conversation focused on HOA reform, permitting delays, local ordinance confusion, and how those issues can raise costs for owners and builders. Guest Scott Chatham of Chatham Landscaping also explained how project delays, tree rules, and impervious surface limits can derail plans and why outdoor upgrades can make daily life better and help a home stand out when it is time to sell.

Key Takeaways

• Georgia lawmakers are discussing HOA reform and permit-related changes that could affect affordability and property rights.
• Delays in permit review and repeated revision requests can push projects back and drive costs higher.
• Rules on t ...