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Here's this week's highlights:
The Lilburn Loop: November 17
Recap from the 11/10 City Council Meeting
At Monday’s meeting, Mayor and Council:
- Approved a Change in Conditions for 790 Indian Trail Lilburn Road to revise previous zoning conditions and allow a tire shop.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2025-660 establishing a Defined Benefit Retirement Plan for employees to replace the 457 Plan previously offered.
- Denied Contract No. 75-2025 for enhancements to the playground area while possibilities for future park expansion are considered.
Mark your calendar to join us next month on Monday, December 8th.
Learn More About Mayor & Council
Light Up Lilburn: Old Town Decorating Contest — Sign Up By TONIGHT, 11/17!
We’re inviting all Old Town residents and business owners to help "Light Up Lilburn" by decorating your homes and storefronts for the holidays!
This fun, community-wide competition will be voted on by the public, and we want to make sure voters can find your dazzling display. If you live or own a business in the Old Town area and would like to participate, please click the link below to sign up and let us know! The winner will be announced during the Lilburn Holiday Parade on December 6.
Sign Up Now!
Mayor's Town Hall TONIGHT
Join us at City Hall tonight, Monday, November 17th at 7 p.m. for the Mayor's Town Hall! Come join us, ask questions, and share your ideas—we’d love to hear from you.
If you’d like to suggest a future Town Hall topic, please submit them here.
It's Chipper Week!
The chipper will run this week! Please place items curbside by Monday morning to ensure pickup.
Enjoy the cooler weather and get your yard ready for Thanksgiving company! Don’t forget—bagged yard waste (up to 5 bags) can be placed by the curb each week on your regular trash pickup day.
Learn More About Chipper Service
DDA Meeting Wednesday, 11/19
The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) will meet on Wednesday, November 19, in the Work Session Room on the second floor of City Hall. The work session begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the regular meeting.
All meetings are open to the public.
Learn More About the DDA
Special Called Planning Commission Hearing Thursday, 11/20
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the regular November Planning Commission meeting has been rescheduled. A Special Called Meeting will be held on Thursday, November 20, with the work session beginning at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting at 7:30 p.m.
Both sessions will take place at Lilburn City Hall on the second floor, and the public is welcome to attend.
Learn More About the Planning Commisson
Cornhole Mini Session
There are only two sessions left in the Lilburn Cornhole League season, but don’t forget — next week is a bye week for Thanksgiving!
Come cheer on your favorite team at 6:30 p.m. at Lilburn City Park and make an evening of it! Grab dinner at 1910 Public House, pick up a bite from Haven Bodega, enjoy a charcuterie board at The Bubbly Goat, or savor tacos and margaritas at Agavero Parkside before the games begin.
Learn More About Cornhole in Old Town Lilburn
Holiday Lights & Flight Fest—ThIS SATURDAY
Mark your calendar and make plans to join us THIS Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Lilburn City Park for Holiday Lights & Flight Fest! Enjoy live music from local groups, delicious food, and the excitement of lighting the tree followed by a spectacular drone show lighting up the night sky.
Bring your family, friends, and holiday cheer — this is one Lilburn tradition you won’t want to miss!
Learn More About the Holiday Lights & Flights Fest
Holidays at the Historic Wynne-Russell House
Step into the season at one of Lilburn’s most charming landmarks! The Wynne-Russell House will be full of holiday cheer with a series of festive community events:
November 22 | Deck the Halls - Canceled
Due to repairs to the house that required immediate attention, the decorating scheduled for Saturday, November 22, is canceled.
December 9 & 11 | Free Candlelight History Tours
Experience the glow of holiday candlelight while learning about this 1826 treasure. Two tours each evening — 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. — with light refreshments served.
December 13 | Holiday Open House & Bake Sale
Stop by between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to tour the home, snap a photo with Santa, and shop for homemade treats. All proceeds support the preservation and upkeep of the historic Wynne-Russell House.
Did you know? The Wynne-Russell House is also available to rent for your own special gatherings—whether it’s a holiday party, baby or bridal shower, or another memorable event.
Learn More About the Wynne-Russell House
Annual Lilburn Holiday Parade
The magic of the season rolls through Old Town Lilburn at 10 a.m. on Friday, December 6!
Bring your chairs, grab a cup of cocoa, and line up along Main Street to enjoy the Lilburn Holiday Parade featuring festive floats, local groups, and a special visit from Santa Claus himself!
Don’t miss this beloved Lilburn tradition that brings holiday cheer to all ages!
Learn More About the Christmas Parade
Benefits of Recycling
Waste Reduction – Turn yesterday’s waste into tomorrow’s resources! Recycling gives new life to materials that would otherwise end up in landfills.
Reduce Pollution – Recycling helps cut down on harmful emissions and waste, keeping our air and water cleaner for everyone.
Conserve Resources – By recycling paper, plastic, metal, and glass, we help save energy and protect our planet’s precious natural resources.
Together, we can make Lilburn cleaner, greener, and more sustainable!
This message was brought to you by the City of Lilburn Department of Public Works.
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Learn More About Sanitation & Recycling
Board & Commission Meetings During the Holiday Season
The holiday season often impacts the city’s regularly scheduled public hearings for the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. The Planning Commission typically meets on the fourth Thursday of each month—dates that frequently coincide with Thanksgiving and Christmas. Likewise, Zoning Board of Appeals meetings, held on the fourth Wednesday of each month, may be affected by holiday schedules and member availability.
To ensure business continues as needed, the city may call a Special Called Hearing when a regular meeting falls on a holiday or if a quorum cannot be achieved due to holiday conflicts. Any schedule adjustments will be announced in advance through the city’s usual communication channels. Please stay tuned for updates to remain informed about upcoming public hearings during the holidays.
Learn More About Boards & Commissions
2025 Property Tax Bills
Property tax payments are due Monday, December 1. You can pay online, by mail (must be postmarked by Dec. 1), or in person at City Hall. To avoid late fees and interest, please submit payment by the deadline.
Questions? Contact the Finance Department at 770-279-3705.
Pay/Review Your Property Tax Bill
Learn More About Property Taxes
It's Renewal Season for Business Owners!
It’s that time of year again! Business owners, please remember to renew your Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for the upcoming year.
Renewal forms and payments are due by November 30 to avoid late fees. Don’t forget that all server permits must be updated as part of this process.
Please note:
- City offices will be closed November 27–28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
- The last day to submit payment in person is Wednesday, November 26.
- Occupational Tax Renewals are also due by December 4.
Need more information? Click the links below for renewal details and required forms.
Renew early to keep your business ready for a successful new year in Lilburn!
Learn More About Lilburn Business Licenses
Learn More About Lilburn Alcoholic Beverage Licenses
Downtown Development Update
Over the past decade, the Lilburn Downtown Development Authority (DDA) has assembled five parcels totaling 2.61 acres at the southwest corner of First Avenue and Main Street. This property—now ready for redevelopment—will become a mixed-use project featuring two commercial spaces along Main Street and residential units along Velva Way.
The development will also include a pocket park—a small green space designed for gathering and relaxation—nestled between the two commercial units and the residential area. This park will create a welcoming community feature in the heart of downtown.
Residents may notice activity on the collection of parcels at the corner of First Avenue and Main Street in Old Town this week. The city has issued a Clearing and Grubbing Permit to begin site work for the mixed-use development approved by Mayor and Council in August 2024.
And while trees are coming down, this isn’t the end of greenery on site! The project will comply with Lilburn’s Tree Density Unit (TDU) standards outlined in City Code.
What is a Tree Density Unit?
A Tree Density Unit (TDU) is a measurement used in Lilburn’s city code to ensure a certain amount of tree coverage per acre of land. Each tree—depending on its size and species—is assigned a specific number of units. Developers use these values to calculate how many and what types of trees are needed to meet city standards.
For most types of developments, the requirement is a minimum of 16 Tree Density Units per acre. This means that for every acre of land being developed, enough trees must be planted or preserved so their combined “unit value” is at least 16. Both existing and newly planted trees can count toward this total if they meet the city’s size and species standards.
Landscape plans must include details for all trees—those preserved and newly planted—so city staff can verify compliance.
These requirements help maintain a healthy tree canopy citywide, providing benefits such as shade, improved stormwater management, cleaner air, and an attractive community appearance.
In short: Lilburn’s Tree Density Unit standards ensure that every new development maintains a balance between progress and preservation—keeping our community green and growing for generations to come.
Learn More About the First and Main Project
Street Paving & Resurfacing Projects Update
The city’s road resurfacing project was expected to wrap up last week; however, the recent low temperatures delayed the final paving work. This week, crews will complete Highview Way, Bowers Brook Court, and John Carroll Road—weather permitting!
Thank you for your patience as we continue improving city streets.
Learn More About Road Projects
Railroad Avenue Project Update: Porchline & the Parking Deck
Work continues to move forward on The Porchline development and the parking deck in Old Town Lilburn!
Over the next two weeks, crews intend to complete all concrete work, cables, and safety rails, along with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems—including fire sprinklers—on the parking deck. Installation of doors and hardware is also expected to be finished.
For the multi-family portion of the project, crews will be drying in two buildings and beginning siding and roofing on both structures.
Learn More About the Railroad Ave Project
