The DeKalb Planning and Development Department is a part of the government of DeKalb County in Georgia, which also governs economic development and fire and rescue departments. Established in 2006, the department is responsible for activities that help in improving the lives of the county s residents. It operates an administration division that offers financial, budget management, human resources and public education services. The department also provides strategic and transportation planning solutions. The DeKalb Planning and Development Department offers zoning, planning analysis, historic preservation and urban design services. The department provides land development, plan review and permitting solutions and conducts structural inspections.