Mechanicsville awning proposal would permit metal and prohibit internal lighting

An Atlanta proposal would list cloth, canvas or metal as permitted materials for awnings and canopies in the Mechanicsville Neighborhood Special Public Interest District. Ordinance 26-O-1484 would amend the district's awning and canopy requirements.

The proposed text would prohibit internally lit awnings and canopies. It also requires awnings to be maintained in a sightly condition, free of damage, rust and debris.

The Zoning Committee voted 4–0 on Aug. 24 to refer the measure to committee. That recorded action is a referral, not adoption of the proposed rules.