Savannah Development And Renewal Authority

About Us

Mission Statement
SDRA’s mission is to lead a coordinated strategy of economic development and civic design to strengthen Greater Downtown Savannah.

Services
Savannah Development and Renewal Authority (SDRA) was created in 1992 by the Georgia General Assembly, at the request of the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Savannah, to renew, revitalize, and beautify distressed areas of Savannah. As an independent public authority, SDRA works with the local government and the private sector to strengthen the economic climate of Greater Downtown Savannah. Specifically, SDRA serves as the City of Savannah’s economic development, marketing and outreach, and planning and plan implementation arm for Greater Downtown Savannah; and oversees revitalization and redevelopment of two critical redevelopment Corridors—the Broughton Street Urban Redevelopment Area and the Martin Luther King, Jr., Boulevard (MLK) and Montgomery Corridor. Currently, more than 160 citizens volunteer their time and expertise to serve on SDRA Boards, committees and task forces to address issues facing Greater Downtown Savannah.