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Blighted home demolished in Stone Mountain
Leaders in DeKalb County gathered Friday morning to demolish a blighted residential property in the Stone Mountain area.
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - Leaders in DeKalb County gathered Friday morning to demolish a blighted residential property in the Stone Mountain area.
The home, located on West Mountain Street, had been a concern for neighbors for years, with reports of ongoing issues and activity at the property.
What they're saying:
"We are a pretty tight-knit community in this area. So we all drive by — I actually drive by here to get home every day — so I personally seen a lot of the activity, and it has been a problem for a long time," one resident said.
County officials said the demolition was part of a broader effort to address blight and improve neighborhoods across DeKalb.
Since 2019, the county has demolished or cleared more than 450 properties and launched inspections across unincorporated areas.
What's next:
Officials say the work is ongoing as they continue responding to community concerns and working to strengthen neighborhoods.