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The City of Lawrenceville has a vast quantity of information to help residents, visitors, businesses, and students, and we want to make it easy for you to find what you need.
OPEN RECORDS REQUESTS
For all open records requests, please contact:
Karen Pierce, City Clerk - Primary Contact // 678.407.6389
Wanda Phillips, Exec. Asst. to the City Manager - Secondary Contact // 678.407.6577
Please submit all email inquiries to City.clerk@lawrencevillegaweb.org.
In order to know what you are looking for, we would ask for your feedback to assist in the next expansion of our website [see form below to submit your idea]. Additional information is listed below this form. Please scroll down to browse and select the most appropriate option.
Bill Pay:
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How do I change my billing address?
To change the billing address on your account, you must go to the Utilities office at City Hall. For information, please contact Customer Service (770-963-2414).
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How can I get copies of my past bills?
For access to past bills, you must go to City Hall to pick up the hard copies, or contact Customer Service (770-963-2414) and request copies be mailed to you.
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How do I set up drafting automatic payment of my bill?
To set up automatic payment through the City of Lawrenceville, please visit the Utilities office at City Hall, or contact Customer Service (770-963-2414) to have a form mailed to you.
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How do I set up a new account?
You must come to City Hall to fill out paperwork and schedule a connection date. Please review the following
Utilities page to make sure that you have all of the necessary paperwork
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How do I get paperless monthly statements?
Bills are currently not paperless. However you can pay your bill online by clicking on
Payment Center on this website.
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How can I change my service to another address?
To change your service to another address, you must go to the Utilities office at City Hall. For information, please contact Customer Service (770-963-2414).
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Where can I pay my bill?
You have 3 options for bill payment:
1. Make your
Payment Online. Please allow 24 to 48 hours for transactions to be posted to your account. Please review the
red text in the right column of other specifics.
2. Make your payment at City Hall Monday thru Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
3. Drop the payment at the City Hall after hours drop box on the drive-thru side of the building.
Change of Name:
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How do I change my surname?
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How do I change the name on a business license?
If you are within the Lawrenceville City Limits, you can download the
Business License Application. The form has a place for name change. Follow requirements specified in application and the form and payment must be submitted to City Hall in person.
Please contact Planning & Zoning (678-407-6583) if you are uncertain if you within the City limits.
If you are not within the City Limits, visit the
Gwinnett County website for more information on business licenses.
Business/Community:
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How do I change the name on a business license?
If you are within the Lawrenceville City Limits, you can download the
Business License Application. The form has a place for name change. Follow requirements specified in application and the form and payment must be submitted to City Hall in person.
Please contact Planning & Zoning (678-407-6583) if you are uncertain if you within the City limits.
If you are not within the City Limits, visit the
Gwinnett County website for more information on business licenses.
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How do I find youth and community events/activities?
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What are my options for completing community service?
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How do I reserve the Courthouse for an event?
Visit the Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation website for more information on reserving the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse.
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How do I find social or in-home services available to the handicapped?
The
Health and Human Services department for Gwinnett County offers many services.
Gwinnett Senior Services also offers in-home services, as well as activities for seniors.
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Where can I take CPR/First Aid classes?
Visit
the Red Cross website for information on finding the nearest CPR/First Aid class to you.
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How do I contact the Quality of Life police unit?
Education:
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Where can I find a list of area schools and colleges?
Visit the Lawrenceville website for more information on area schools.
Employment:
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How do I apply for a job with the City of Lawrenceville?
Visit the
City of Lawrenceville's Employment page for information about applying to work with the City of Lawrenceville.
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How do I apply for a job with the Lawrenceville Police Department?
Visit the Lawrenceville Police Department website for information on employment with the Lawrenceville Police.
Housing/Relocation:
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How do I setup all utilities and services for my new apartment/home?
If you are within the Lawrenceville City Limits, you must come to City Hall to fill out paperwork and schedule a connection date. Please review the following
Utilities page to make sure that you have all of the necessary paperwork.
Please contact Planning & Zoning (678-407-6583) if you are uncertain if you within the City limits.
If you are not within the City Limits, visit the
Gwinnett County website for more information on setting up your utilities.
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How do I find housing in Lawrenceville?
You can
contact the Lawrenceville Tourism and Trade Association for some basic information start the relocation process.
General Information:
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Where is City Hall located?
70 South Clayton Street
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
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How do I get a list of all businesses in Lawrenceville?
A complete list of business is available at City Hall. The Lawrenceville Tourism and Trade Association maintains a directory for
hotels,
shopping,
dining, and
entertaining.
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How do I find local libraries?
Visit the Gwinnett County Public Library website for information on library locations and hours.
Maintenance:
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How do I file a maintenance complaint with the City of Lawrenceville?
Contact the Street Department at 770-277-7452 to have a maintenance concern addressed.
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How do I report a sinkhole, pot hole, or roads in need of repair?
Contact the Street Department at 770-277-7452 to report a road that needs repair.
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Do I need a permit to remove trees on my property?
Visit the Gwinnett County Permit website for more information on what documents are needed for tree removal.
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How do I report littered or dirty roads?
Contact the Street Department at 770-277-7452 to report a road that needs cleaning or clearing.
Waste Disposal:
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How do I obtain or replace a lost/stolen garbage can or recycling bin?
Homeowners can replace their cans by contacting their trash collector. To replace a recycling bin, contact Lathan's Home Sanitation for recycle bins 678-283-0880 or 770-554-0455.
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What is the City of Lawrenceville's the leaf collection schedule?
The leaf collection schedule begins the 1st of November through the 1st of April.
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How do I report debris/waste that needs removal?
To report debris/waste in need of removal, please contact the Street Department at 770-277-7452.
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How do I dispose of toxic/hazardous waste?
Contact the Gwinnett County Hazmat Department for information on disposing of toxic/hazardous waste.
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Does the city provide dumpsters?
Dumpsters are available for purchase through the city. Please contact Tommy McDaniel at 770-277-7452 for more information.
Permits & Licensing:
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How do I apply for a business license?
If you are within the Lawrenceville City Limits, you can download the
Business License Application. Follow requirements specified in application and the form and payment must be submitted to City Hall in person.
Please contact Planning & Zoning (678-407-6583) if you are uncertain if you within the City limits.
If you are not within the City Limits, visit the
Gwinnett County website for more information on business licenses.
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Can I keep livestock on my property?
If you are within the city limits, contact Planning and Zoning at (678-407-6583). If you are outside the City limits,
visit the
Gwinnett County Planning and Zoning Department website for the livestock regulations document.
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How do I know if I need a permit for my home remodel/project?
Please contact Zoning and Planning (678-407-6583) if you are within the City limits. If you are outside the City limits, visit the
Gwinnett County Planning and Development website for more information on what permit is required for home construction.
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How do I obtain a construction permit?
If you want to build a fence or pour a patio, call Planning & Zoning. If you want to construct a building or a subdivision, and the infrastructure associated with either, you need to hire a qualified consultant to design and permit your project. The requirements and applications can be found on our website in the
Zoning Ordinance and in the
Development Regulations.
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What are the zoning laws for constructing additions to a house?
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How do I apply for a certificate of occupancy (CO)?
If you had a building permitted and constructed your contractor will know how to qualify for a CO. The requirements are different for a residential structure and a non-residential structure and
can be found on the Lawrenceville website.
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How do I apply for a marriage license?
Visit the Gwinnett County website for more information on applying for a marriage license.
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How do I obtain a copy of my marriage certificate?
Visit the Gwinnett County website for more information on obtaining a copy of a marriage certificate.
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How do I get a permit for an event?
Contact Planning and Zoning well ahead of the scheduled event. Temporary Outdoor Activities are regulated by the Code of Ordinances and the Zoning Ordinance.
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How do I legally block off sections of public road for an event?
For any event proposed within the City Limits, you should discuss your desires with Planning and Zoning and the Police Department months ahead of the planned event. For contact information,
please visit the City Directory.
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How do I verify a business license?
Visit the Gwinnett County Planning and Development website for information on obtaining proof of a business license.
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How do I renew my expired business license?
If you are within the Lawrenceville City Limits, the City of Lawrenceville will contact you. More information is available on the
Renew a Business Page.
Please contact Planning & Zoning (678-407-6583) if you are uncertain if you within the City limits.
If you are not within the City Limits, visit the
Gwinnett County website for more information on business licenses.
Records:
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How do I find my property lines or the owner of a property?
For information regarding property lines, you must contact a land surveyor. It may be less expensive to use the one who originally surveyed the subject property. Property ownership and other information about a property can be found on
Gwinnett County's GIS Database. (Please note the information on this site might be behind the actual land transactions by several months.)
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How do I obtain all city permits/inspection records for my home?
If you are the owner of the property, please
contact Planning & Zoning with the street address of the project. If a permit was issued for the work Planning and Zoning should be able to provide permit and CO dates and a copy of the inspection board.
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Where can I obtain historic records/photos of Lawrenceville?
For records of any kind for Lawrenceville, please visit the Gwinnett Historical Society located on the second floor of the Historic Courthouse.
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How do I add a name to my property deed?
This is a matter that must be handled by an attorney.
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How do I obtain blue prints/property line information for my home?
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How do I obtain a copy of my HOA covenant?
Visit the Gwinnett County website for more information on Homeowners Associations.
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How do I obtain a birth certificate for my child?
Visit the Gwinnett County website for more information on obtaining a birth certificate.
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Is there an online zoning map?
A zoning map is available under Zoning Ordinance at Attachment 1.1. To view the Attachment,
please visit the Zoning Ordinances page.
Transit:
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How do I find public transit route information/schedules?
Visit the Gwinnett County Transit website for more information about Gwinnett County transit and route schedules.
Utilities:
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How do I begin utilities service?
If you have any utility service provided by the City of Lawrenceville, you must come to City Hall to complete an application and schedule a connection date. Please review the following
Utilities page to make sure that you have all of the necessary documentation.
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How do I transfer utilities service from one house to another?
To transfer utilities service, you must go to the Utilities office at City Hall. For information, please contact Customer Service (770-963-2414).
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How do I request a water analysis?
This service is not offered through the City of Lawrenceville at this time. Please contact Gwinnett County for more information.
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Does the City of Lawrenceville offer home efficiency programs?
There is not a home efficiency program at this time.
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How do I find out where utility construction is taking place?
Coming soon!
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How do I disconnect utilities service?
To disconnect utility service, you may call or come to the Customer Service office at Lawrenceville City Hall, 70 S. Clayton Street. For information, please contact Customer Service (770-963-2414).
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Is there a utilities assistance program or a discount for senior citizens/disabled citizens?
No, there is not.
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How can I have a second electric meter installed?
Contact the
City of Lawrenceville's Electric Department if they are your service provide. If you are not served by the City, the Gwinnett County website has a
listing of the current service providers in the County to contact for this request.
City Vendors:
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How do I become a vendor for the City of Lawrenceville?
The City does not have a Vendors Program. To view all open RFPs, please visit the
Special Notices page.
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How do I register as a construction subcontractor?
The City does not register contractors or sub-contractors.
City Hall/ Court:
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Where do I find a voter registration form?
Visit the Gwinnett County website for information on registering to vote in Gwinnett County.
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How can I participate in city council meetings?
City council meetings are open for anyone to attend. Check the
Event Calendar for dates and times of meetings.
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How do I find out who our elected officials are?
The City of Lawrenceville elected officials are listed on the
Mayor and
City Council pages.
Gwinnett County elected officials can be found on the Gwinnett County website.
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How can I pay my ticket?
Visit the Online Payment Center for more information on paying your ticket.
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Where can I view past court case files?
Please contact the Lawrenceville Municipal Court (770-963-3288) if your violation was through the City of Lawrenceville. If you violation is the County or any other municipality, visit the
Gwinnett Courts website for additional contacts.
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How do I run for City Council?
Complete a Notice of Candidacy and Affidavit during the qualifying period and pay the qualifying fee for the office you are seeking. Forms are available at City Hall. The candidate should also refer to the Georgia Election Code and the City of Lawrenceville Code of Ordinances.
