Current Activities

A public input meeting on this project was held on July 29, 2025. A total of 22 people registered their attendance at the Public Meeting, with 25 respondents submitting
online and written comments. The attendees and those who submitted comments raised various
questions and concerns. In response, the City of Dunwoody has prepared this letter to address all
comments received and ensure that all respondents are informed regarding the questions raised and
the corresponding responses.

Responses to the Public Meeting Comments for the Perimeter Center East Path

Project Details

The City of Dunwoody, in collaboration with the Perimeter Community Improvement Districts (PCIDs), is developing a concept for a shared-use path for pedestrians and bicycles along Perimeter Center East between Two Bridges Park and Ashford Dunwoody Road.  This is a relatively low-cost project that would include a protected bicycle and pedestrian facility utilizing the northern (inner) half of the existing pavement.  In this concept, vehicle traffic would be shifted to the southern or outer half of the roadway with one travel lane in each direction.  From Ashford Dunwoody Road to Perimeter Center East Extension, the inner loop would be closed to vehicle traffic and opened for a two-way bicycle and pedestrian path using the existing pavement.  The path would be buffered from the vehicle lanes in most places by the wide, wooded medians creating an opportunity for a linear park.

The design is supported by the Dunwoody Trail Master Plan, adopted in 2023. The western part of this project is represented by project P18 in the trail plan, and the eastern portion is designated as a portion of segment W7 (see page 23). The Trail Master Plan recognized the need for a dedicated and protected bicycle and pedestrian pathway encircling the Perimeter Center East loop to enhance safety and accessibility for bicyclists and pedestrians while establishing a connection to Two Bridges Park, a valued green space for leisure and recreation. Moreover, the bicycle and pedestrian facility would provide a benefit to the community residing along the corridor, encouraging healthier transportation options and fostering a more connected neighborhood. By creating this path, the city will promote active lifestyles while supporting the overall well-being of the community.

The existing roadway has four lanes of pavement, primarily separated by a tree-covered median. The proposed path calls for one lane of vehicle traffic in each direction, with the outer lane on both sides converted into a buffered bike lane. Additionally, the project would address the a ½-mile gap in the sidewalk on the north side of the roadway completing the pedestrian connection along the corridor.

The City and PCIDs are currently exploring a range of concepts that take full advantage of the wide right-of-way along the corridor. Additionally, the project will evaluate the possibility of incorporating long-term amenities, such as a picturesque linear park and a lush greenway, designed to bring a sense of community to the area.

View details of the project here:

Perimeter Center Path Project Overview

Vision for Perimeter Center East Path

Road Striping Plan

Intersection Inserts