This unique chance to locate your company in the center of one of Georgia's fastest-growing areas will help you realize the full potential of downtown Winder. Situated on a 0.50-acre lot, this large 13,299-square-foot warehouse at 33 Laura Street offers a compelling combination of industrial utility and true downtown accessibility—a combination that is becoming more and more difficult to find.
In the City of Winder’s zoning regulations, “DT” stands for the Downtown District Zone. This classification applies specifically to properties located within the Downtown Winder area.
According to City Council documentation, the DT District is generally designed to:
Support a walkable, traditional downtown environment. Allow a mix of commercial, office, residential, and civic uses. Encourage denser development patterns typical of historic downtowns. Maintain the character, scale, and economic vitality of the city center.
Specific standards for this district are detailed within Appendix A of Winder’s zoning code.
- Permitted uses in the DT District.
- Dimensional standards (height, setbacks, lot coverage, etc.).
- Design guidelines or overlay requirements.
- A summary of how DT compares to other commercial zones such as B-1 or B-2.
With population growth over 12% since 2020 and an annual growth rate of 4.4%, Winder, the county seat of Barrow County, is seeing a notable expansion. Major infrastructural investments, city rehabilitation programs, and a pro-business climate that continues to draw breweries, technological advancements, and creative redevelopment projects are the main drivers of this momentum.
In order to increase the long-term value of strategically placed downtown assets like this one, the city's recently merged Planning and Zoning Board, which will take effect in 2026, is concentrated on expediting approvals and promoting wise, responsible development. In a downtown market that is changing quickly, 33 Laura Street offers a compelling opportunity for investors, developers, or owner-users looking for flexibility, scale, and expansion potential.