The City of Oakwood City Council intends to opt out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption for the City of Oakwood. All concerned citizens are invited to the public hearings on this matter to be held at Oakwood City Hall at 4035 Walnut Cir., Oakwood, GA 30566 on February 4, 2025 at 6:00 P.M.

Nestled between the Interstate 985 corridor and the tree-lined shores of Lake Lanier, Oakwood is in a fortuitous place – and time – to embark upon a bold vision that honors the city’s rich heritage while moving with confidence into a prosperous and well-planned future.

The City of Oakwood offers unparalleled local police protection, with emergency response time averaging less than five minutes. The state-certified, professional staff in our planning department offers convenient, one-stop service for development …

Oakwood originated around 1873, when the railroad first ran between Charlotte and Atlanta. Initially called Odell’s Crossing, the name was later changed to Oakwood because the location was the regular stop for wood-burning locomotives picking up essential fuel – oak wood.

Oakwood is a unique and emerging small town in Hall County Georgia with a quick growth rate located in Southern Hall County. Todd is a proponent of the city’s master plan, “Oakwood 2030,” which supports the Vision 2030 goals for Hall County to become a “community of towns.”

city of oakwood community center If you are looking for a place to hold a meeting, gathering of family, friends or associates, we have a building available for rental that accommodates 50 people. It has a complete kitchen with island, restroom, 9 tables and chairs.

With a strong and diverse economy, a scenic environment and a community whose values support family-centered quality growth, Oakwood is truly the place to ‘have it all.’ This philosophy is the keystone in the city’s long-range plan, Oakwood 2030, a …

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Oakwood, GA 30566 Phone Number 770-534-2365 Fax Number 770-297-3223 Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST

City of Oakwood staff will assist you in making sure that your business complies with all applicable city ordinances. NEW: You can now renew your business license ONLINE! You must have your business physical address # and account # to renew online.