The Dallas LCI Study Area includes historic Downtown Dallas , the future Paulding County... The Dallas LCI Study Area includes historic Downtown Dallas , the future Paulding County Government Center site on Highway 278, southwest of downtown and the residential and industrial areas between Downtown Dallas and Highway 278. The LCI Plan is intended to guide downtown redevelopment in a way that will support the long term vitality of the historic downtown area. The Plan comes at a significant time as Paulding County will begin construction of a new Government Center outside of the downtown area in 2007. More

The 2006 5-year update highlights the challenges and pivots policy choices since the... The 2006 5-year update highlights the challenges and pivots policy choices since the original Virginia Park LCI study. Rising costs and renewed interest in Hapeville spurred investment in the area, making the acquisition and buildout of Virginia Park unfeasible as envisioned. More

The application for the Indian Trail Corridor sets up the issue for why they are applying... The application for the Indian Trail Corridor sets up the issue for why they are applying for an LCI grant. Many motorists have seen a sign on I-85 near Jimmy Carter Boulevard that reads “Gwinnett Village – Next Three Exits.” Many of these motorists do not know what the sign refers to. The sign refers to Jimmy Carter Boulevard, Indian Trail Road and Beaver Ruin Road were erected a short time ago by the state Department of Transportation. The overall purpose of the Livable Centers Initiative grant application submitted by Southwest Gwinnett Community Improvement Association (SGVCIA) is to develop a master plan identifying opportunities and projects that enhance the potential for developing a smart growth/mixed use corridor along Indian Trail in the southwest section of Gwinnett County. More

The Indian Trail-Lilburn Road LCI study area comprises a 3.6-mile corridor extending from... The Indian Trail-Lilburn Road LCI study area comprises a 3.6-mile corridor extending from Beaver Ruin Road/SR 378 in Norcross to Lawrenceville Highway/U.S. 29 in Lilburn and includes the area within one-half mile on either side of the corridor. This memorandum presents the existing conditions found in the Indian Trail-Lilburn Road corridor study area. It establishes the baseline for understanding market conditions, land use and urban design, and transportation characteristics. More

This is a 13-page document that details the status of various projects identified in the... This is a 13-page document that details the status of various projects identified in the 2001 LCI Norcross Plan. More

This document and the zoning that is the source of it are all the result of the work done... This document and the zoning that is the source of it are all the result of the work done on the 2005 Livable Communities Initiative (LCI) that focused on the Highway 278 corridor and surrounding areas and generated solutions for the many problems that plague that area. With the new zoning, Covington ensures that part of it is built at the right scale and with a design that has the community in mind. More

In 2006, the Indian Trail-Lilburn Road corridor was one of nine town centers, activity... In 2006, the Indian Trail-Lilburn Road corridor was one of nine town centers, activity centers, or corridors to receive an LCI study award. The study was initiated by the Gwinnett Village Community Improvement District (CID) to focus on improving the area known as the “Gateway to Gwinnett”.  The Indian Trail-Lilburn Road LCI study area comprises a 3.6- mile corridor extending from Beaver Ruin Road/SR 378 in the City of Norcross to Lawrenceville Highway/U.S. 29 in the City of Lilburn and includes the area within one-half mile on either side of the corridor. This report presents a brief overview of the existing transportation, land use, and market characteristic conditions found in the Indian Trail-Lilburn Road corridor study area. More

In partnership with the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners, the Gwinnett Village... In partnership with the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners, the Gwinnett Village Community Improvement District (CID) conducted a Corridor Study along Jimmy Carter Boulevard and modeled the study after the Atlanta Regional Commission’s (ARC) Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) program. City of Norcross elected to sponsor the Jimmy Carter Boulevard Corridor study. The purpose of the study is to plan and implement improvements within the Jimmy Carter Corridor resulting in an efficient transportation corridor as well as a distinctive place that serves both residents and businesses. More

The Park Place Activity Center Study is a multi-disciplinary planning study carried out... The Park Place Activity Center Study is a multi-disciplinary planning study carried out by the Evermore Community Improvement District with consultant assistance from Jordan, Jones & Goulding, Inc., and Ackerman & Company. Its purpose is to develop an implementable plan that will serve as a blueprint for addressing transportation, land use, economic development, and community design issues in a holistic way. The vision motivating this effort is to revive the spirit and strength of this district and the neighborhoods, businesses, and activity centers that it serves. More

This document provides the status of various projects recommended in the 2003 LCI study... This document provides the status of various projects recommended in the 2003 LCI study of the Old National Highway. More

Since the adoption of Suwanee’s Old Town Master Plan in 2002, the city has... Since the adoption of Suwanee’s Old Town Master Plan in 2002, the city has successfully accomplished many of the goals and projects identified in the plan. This report details the accomplishments and progress of various Suwanee LCI Projects. More

The Study Area is located in the City of Monroe in Walton County, approximately 40 miles... The Study Area is located in the City of Monroe in Walton County, approximately 40 miles east of Atlanta along US 78. Walton County is a historically rural area that has experienced significant growth pressure from metropolitan Atlanta in recent years. As its county seat and its largest city, these pressures have begun to be felt in Monroe, especially along the city’s western side. The LCI study contains visioning and stakeholder engagement along with reccomendations and implementation schedule to achieve its goals. More

The North Hill Street Connectivity Study is intended to build upon the recommendations of... The North Hill Street Connectivity Study is intended to build upon the recommendations of the 2006 City of Griffin Town Center Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) Study. This study picks up where the LCI effort left off, and addresses transportation and land use in the LCI area at a level of detail not possible previously. Concurrent with the supplemental study, the city and county, with support from the Minerva Group, embarked on a redevelopment plan for the greater North Hill Street corridor. The plan is intended to include the recommendations from this study, as well new ones. More

The Tri-County Crossing area is an important emerging commercial center in Spalding... The Tri-County Crossing area is an important emerging commercial center in Spalding County. It has only begun to develop and mature; the time is right to establish a common community vision for its future. The recommendations of this plan outline the projects and steps necessary to create this vision one step and project at a time. The Street Connectivity Framework maps out the critical street connections necessary to create a balanced and interconnected development pattern. This Connectivity Framework should be regulated through the use of an Overlay Zoning District. The purpose of the Open Space and Trail System is to provide multi-use connections from the surrounding rural and suburbanizing area into the future mixed-use commercial center. More

The Norcross Activity Center LCI study area is unusual in that it is bounded by three... The Norcross Activity Center LCI study area is unusual in that it is bounded by three previous LCI studies. The study area is comprised of approximately 2,000 acres. The site is dominated by two power easements; one bisecting it east to west, and another extending south to I-85. The Document includes photos, existing conditions, visioning process, framework plans, Action Plans, and appendices. More

The North Point LCI Study provides an opportunity for the City of Alpharetta to prepare... The North Point LCI Study provides an opportunity for the City of Alpharetta to prepare for the future of the North Point Activity Center and prioritize transportation improvements, including opportunities for future transit, to address existing congestion and provide for future growth. The plan should also result in a future vision and redevelopment strategies for the district’s major retail properties, as many of them enter the second half of their life cycle. More

The goal of the LCI program is to encourage planning and investment in existing Activity... The goal of the LCI program is to encourage planning and investment in existing Activity Centers, integrate land use and transportation planning, and encourage the creation of more sustainable, livable communities consistent with regional development policies. The North Point LCI outlines a development vision for the future of the North Point Activity Center and a series of transportation improvements to sustain and enhance the area as a high-quality place for businesses, employees, shoppers, and residents. The plan outlines Three-character areas to guide future development of the Activity Center: (1) A mid-rise, walkable, mixed-use district along Encore Parkway from North Point Parkway to Westside Parkway; (2) Two higher access, mixed-use commercial centers at the interchanges of Georgia 400 at Mansell and Haynes Bridge Road; and (3) two transitional areas between the core of the Activity Center and surrounding areas. More

The 2008 Palmetto LCI Appendix. Includes: Community Engagement activities Phases of... The 2008 Palmetto LCI Appendix. Includes: Community Engagement activities Phases of implementation Transportation and Housing alternative examples Stakeholder results Transportation analysis More

The City of Palmetto is located about 27 miles southwest of Downtown Atlanta. Recent... The City of Palmetto is located about 27 miles southwest of Downtown Atlanta. Recent “starter home” residential developments have sprung up with little to no regard for sustainability, local context, safety, or overall quality of life. Recent developments such as Serenbe in the nearby Chattahoochee Hill Country have begun to bring this area of Metro Atlanta to the forefront of desirable places to live. The plan examines intiatives across LCI ten policy focus areas. More

This is the final draft amendment to the 1985 zoning resolution CID of Gwinnett County.... This is the final draft amendment to the 1985 zoning resolution CID of Gwinnett County. It is a supplement meant for the 2004 LCI Gwinnett study. More