1. Development & Downtown Development Authorities

   The purpose of the Development Authority of Fairburn is to develop and promote for the public good and general welfare, trade, commerce, industry and employment opportunities and to promote the general welfare within the City of Fairburn.

2. Planning & Zoning Commission

   The Planning and Zoning Commission is charged with the responsibility of proposing plans, policies and programs addressing the physical development and planning of the city.

3. Board of Appeals

   Board of Appeals is an appointed body of the City Council of Fairburn. The Board is charged with the responsibility of hearing and deciding on stream buffer and flood plain variances.

4. South Fulton Municipal Regional Water & Sewer Authority

   The South Fulton Municipal Regional Water and Sewer Authority is comprised of the cities of Fairburn, Palmetto and Union City. The authority was established in 2000 by the Georgia General Assembly for the purpose of ensuring water supply needs for current and future residents of South Fulton County. The authority has been very forward-looking in predicting and meeting the water needs of its citizens.