Trinity Central Flats
Radiant Development Partners
Affordable Living, Downtown Elevated
Rising across from Atlanta City Hall, Trinity Central Flats is a 10‑story, 218‑unit affordable housing high‑rise designed to deliver lasting community impact in one of the city’s most prominent civic locations. Planned for a highly visible 0.84‑acre site owned by the City of Atlanta, the mixed‑use development includes approximately 6,700 square feet of street‑level retail and a robust suite of indoor and outdoor resident amenities. The brick and architectural precast building rises 123 feet at the corner of Trinity Avenue and Central Avenue, stepping down to 105 feet at the northeast corner to respond thoughtfully to its urban context.
Anchored by the Government Center Parking Deck to the south and Trinity Avenue United Methodist Church to the east, the project navigates a complex site defined by steep grade changes and critical pedestrian connections. A covered, sloping walkway links the parking deck to a crosswalk leading directly to City Hall, reinforcing the project’s role within Atlanta’s civic fabric. Along Central Avenue—a designated storefront street—three retail spaces activate the ground floor, while discreet loading access is integrated adjacent to the parking deck to maintain a pedestrian‑friendly streetscape.
The Primary Resident Entry Level, located at sidewalk grade on the northeast portion of the site, serves as the heart of the community. This level features a bike storage room with direct exterior access, mail and support spaces, a large community gathering room, computer lab, placement office, fitness center, arts and crafts room, and tenant laundry facilities. Residents also enjoy access to a generously scaled 5,600‑square‑foot outdoor courtyard that blends landscaped and hardscape areas to support recreation, wellness, and social connection.
Bringing Needed Housing to a Transit-Rich Area
Developed through a public‑private partnership, Trinity Central Flats adds 218 affordable homes to Atlanta’s downtown, transit‑accessible housing stock. The project meets SPI‑1 SA1 requirements, with six approved Special Administrative Permit variations. It reflects a balanced approach to affordability, performance, and urban design, demonstrating how thoughtful architecture can help shape a more inclusive and connected downtown.
