(Lawrenceville, Ga., Feb. 20, 2025) – The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday voted to propose an update to the Sugarloaf Livable Centers Initiative Master Plan.

The Atlanta Regional Commission’s LCI program provides financial assistance to support local planning initiatives, and this update will help guide future development in the Sugarloaf area.

Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson said the plan update will help the County strengthen its long-term vision for the district.

“Our goal is to keep the Sugarloaf area a vibrant economic and cultural hub for Gwinnett County,” Hendrickson said. “This update will allow us to refine our vision for the district, strengthen infrastructure and create an even more welcoming environment for businesses, residents and visitors.”

Originally created in 2018, the Sugarloaf LCI Master Plan has served as a roadmap for strategic growth, leading to new development and infrastructure investments in the area. Most recently, the County adopted a suboverlay district last December to further encourage redevelopment in the area.

To continue this momentum, the proposed plan update will focus on re-establishing land use recommendations, identifying infrastructure improvements and supporting creative placemaking efforts. The project has an estimated budget of $350,000, with a required 20% local match of $70,000. The Sugarloaf Community Improvement District will partner with the County on the project, splitting the local match so that the County’s portion will be $35,000.

If approved, the planning process will include opportunities for community engagement and stakeholder input.