About Gwinnett Place CID

Our History

The Gwinnett Place Community Improvement District (CID) was established in 2005 as a self-taxing district focused on enhancing infrastructure, accessibility, mobility, beauty, safety and overall economic vitality in the Gwinnett Place area.

Formed through a partnership of commercial property owners, the CID was created to address the evolving needs to the economic engine of Gwinnett County.

500 companies in the district

$ 500 B Assessed property value

500 + jobs in the district

$ 500 B in annual economic impact

Since its founding, the Gwinnett Place CID has played a key role in planning and implementing transportation improvements, streetscape enhancements and redevelopment initiatives designed to support business growth and improve quality of life. The CID works collaboratively with Gwinnett County, regional agencies and community stakeholders to advance projects that strengthen connectivity, encourage investment and position the area for long-term success.

Over time, the organization has expanded its focus to include broader placemaking efforts and strategic planning, helping to guide the transformation of the Gwinnett Place area into a more accessible, vibrant and economically resilient district.

Mission

To develop Gwinnett’s central business district as a hub for economic and employment activity.

Vision

Gwinnett Place is recognized as a flourishing center for an internationally diverse, livable urban community.

Our Goals

Foster collaboration and shared responsibility to help businesses thrive within a stable and prosperous district.
Invest in infrastructure and enhance transportation networks to ensure the district remains Gwinnett County’s premier business destination.
Maintain a competitive, secure and attractive environment that supports business growth and investment.

How We're Achieving Our Goals

Improve Traffic Flow and Mobility

Enhance transportation efficiency through upgrades to the Pleasant Hill Road Bridge and surrounding intersections, implementation of traffic signal optimization, and promotion of alternative transportation options.

Expand Pedestrian Connectivity

Strengthen the network of sidewalks, bike trails, enhanced walkways, pedestrian refuge islands and streetscape improvements to provide safe, convenient access between residential areas, businesses and retail destinations.

Create a Distinctive Gwinnett Place Community

Develop a cohesive community identity through unified streetscape enhancements, wayfinding signage, pocket parks, public plazas, benches, green spaces and consistent landscaping that fosters a strong sense of place and belonging.

Enhance Streetscape Design

Create attractive, pedestrian-friendly corridors with thoughtfully designed landscaping and streetscape elements that improve the overall appearance and accessibility of the district.

Encourage Redevelopment and Investment

Leverage public investments, innovative development policies, Tax Allocation Districts (TADs), Overlay Districts and Opportunity Zones (OZs) to increase property values and attract redevelopment opportunities.

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Promote Safety and Security

Work collaboratively to identify challenges and implement solutions through CID-funded community ambassador patrols, Flock safety cameras and other initiatives that enhance public safety throughout the district.

Frequently Asked Questions

A CID is a self-taxing entity created to execute certain services including street and road construction and maintenance, parks and recreations, storm water and sewage systems, water systems, public transportation systems, and other services and facilities. CIDs are created through the enactment by the local government(s) of resolution and the consent of the governed and are administered by a Board of Directors. The make-up of a district’s Board consists of both elected board members and appointed board members. Some board members are elected on ballots weighted by value of property interests, and some based upon one vote per owner, regardless of value.

The board raises funds by setting an ad valorem millage rate on real property, specifically excluding property used residentially. The Gwinnett Place CID is a self-taxing district that uses the additional property taxes of its members to accelerate infrastructure improvements, security enhancements and economic development initiatives.

The millage rate is placed upon the regular tax bills sent by the Tax Commissioner, who transmits the collected taxes to the CID Board for expenditure in accordance with the purposes of the District. The constitutional upper limit is 2.5 percent of the assessed value (which is 25 mills).

All Board meetings and events are open to the public.

Audits

FT 2025 Audit

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Enabling Legislation

The creation of Community Improvement Districts is allowed by a provision of the Georgia Constitution (opens in a new window). The Gwinnett County Community Improvement Districts Act authorized CIDs in Gwinnett County with the passage of House Bill 654. (opens in a new window) In 2005, the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution creating the Gwinnett Place CID.