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DeKalb County leaders vote to make unhoused encampments illegal

Gregory Patel
Gregory Patel
Gregory Patel
Reporter · Johns Creek, GA

Gregory is a political science graduate from the University of Alabama who transitioned from working at local radio stations to print journalism. With over 6 years of experience covering local government and community affairs, he gives a voice to underrepresented issues in local policy.

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Reporter · Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 9:28 PM · 1 min read
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DeKalb County leaders vote to make unhoused encampments illegal — Rome Government news

Under the new ordinance, individuals living in an encampment in DeKalb County must receive a 24-hour notice to remove their setup before facing criminal enforcement.

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