Livable BuckheadPublic Safety
Our community-wide effort aims to raise public awareness to improve public safety, in Buckhead and across the Atlanta region.
Families, visitors, and entrepreneurs in Buckhead, and property owners and managers
From livablebuckhead.com/safety ↗About this program
Safety is the foundation of a strong economy and a high quality of life. Livable Buckhead works alongside law enforcement, local businesses, and community leaders to ensure Buckhead remains a secure and welcoming place for families, visitors, and entrepreneurs. By supporting initiatives that reduce crime, improve emergency response, and encourage neighborhood involvement, we help businesses thrive and property values remain strong.
Proactive community engagement is key to preventing crime and enhancing safety. Livable Buckhead fosters partnerships that promote awareness, encourage responsible property management, and support local law enforcement efforts to keep our streets, parks, and business districts safe for everyone. Livable Buckhead is proud to partner with the Buckhead Community Improvement District, to reduce the number of vehicle break-ins in Buckhead.
Questions
What does Atlanta 911 consider an emergency or a non-emergency?
Atlanta 911 can receive emergency and non-emergency requests for police dispatch; however, we request that citizens only use 9-1-1 for emergencies that are time-sensitive in nature or affect life safety. This can include in-progress crimes, medical calls, crashes with injuries, calls where a perpetrator is still in the area, and violent crimes. To ensure that the 911 lines remain available for true emergencies, we ask that citizens dial 3-1-1 and selection Option 2 when trying to report non-emergencies such as crimes which have already occurred, incidents were citizens' lives are not in danger, noise violations, fender benders, etc.
Why and when are citizens now asked to call 311?
Citizens are being asked to call 311 because 3-1-1 is much easier to remember than our previously advertised non-emergency number, 404-658-6666. By dialing 3-1-1 and selecting Option 2, citizens are still routed to the dispatch center, but their calls will hold if a 911 emergency call is received at the same time.
Details
- Who
- Families, visitors, and entrepreneurs in Buckhead, and property owners and managers
- Where
- Buckhead and across the Atlanta region
Run by
Culture of SustainabilityEncouraging a culture of thoughtful planning, responsible resource management…WaterBy reducing waste and enhancing infrastructure, including flood management…Health & WellnessPromoting programs that encourage outdoor activity, healthy lifestyles, and access to spaces that support physical and mental well-being.