FAQs Archive

How can I pay my city taxes or find out if my taxes have been paid?

Taxes for the current year (beginning with 2010 taxes) can be paid by mailing a check to the City of Acworth, 4415 Center Street, Acworth, GA 30101. Please make your check payable to the City of Acworth and include your parcel number in the memo field. Payments may also be made in person at Acworth City Hall (above address) during normal business hours of 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday excluding holidays. We accept cash, check, money order and credit card payments (Visa, Mastercard and READ MORE

Mike Brooks2024-07-29T14:03:23-04:00September 1, 2023|

When are property taxes billed and due?

Property taxes are billed in the fall of the year, usually by mid September, for City Taxes that cover January 1- December 31 of that same year. The due date is 60 days from the date taxes are billed (O.C.G.A. 48-5-148). You should receive a separate statement from Cobb County for your County/State/School Taxes. Interest accrues on the outstanding balance every month until paid in full. A 5% penalty will be charged 120 days after the due date and every 120 days thereafter, not to READ MORE

Mike Brooks2024-07-29T14:03:34-04:00September 1, 2023|

Resources: Information for contractors

LDP Application GEOS for NPDES Permitting Erosion Control Manual GSWCC Document List

Taylor Aubrey2024-07-29T14:03:43-04:00August 14, 2023|

Regulations and Resources: What to know.

The Acworth Stormwater Team adheres to state and federal EPD regulations and files MS4 and SWMP reporting. For additional resources about Soil Erosion please visit: Georgia Soil And Water Conservation Commission Cobb County Soil And Water Conservation District

Taylor Aubrey2024-07-29T14:03:54-04:00August 14, 2023|

Challenges: What we’re up against.

The aging Stormwater Infrastructure throughout the city Regulating flood control in new developments Keeping waterways clean

Taylor Aubrey2024-07-29T14:04:16-04:00August 14, 2023|

Locations and Infrastructure: Where it happens.

Stormwater Infrastructure Responsibility According to City Legal Counsel, generally, if the subdivision or property plat includes any of the following statements, and/or indicates a DE (drainage easement), then the responsibility is private (HOA or private homeowner): Owner's Acknowledgement: "acknowledges that this plat was made from an actual survey and dedicated to the use of the Public forever, all streets, alleys, parks, water courses, drains, easements, and public places hereon shown for the purpose and consideration herein expressed." OR City's Acknowledgement: "subject to the installation and READ MORE

Taylor Aubrey2024-07-29T14:04:33-04:00August 14, 2023|

Education: What is stormwater management?

Stormwater Management is the controlling of stormwater through a variety of control structures. Drainage facilities are studied and constructed based on hydraulic studies, all to minimize flooding and erosion. Detention facilities and retainage ponds are created near development to capture storm that has entered the underground drainage conveyance system. These ponds store the water for 24 to 48 hours and release same to minimize or eliminate flooding. The release of water from these man-made ponds can be regulated over a set time period, depending upon READ MORE

Taylor Aubrey2024-07-29T13:59:31-04:00August 14, 2023|

Business License Applications

CLICK HERE for Commercial Occupational Tax Business License Application. CLICK HERE for In-Home Occupational Tax Business License Application.

Mike Brooks2024-07-29T14:05:44-04:00August 10, 2023|

Additional Fees

Same day service for new customer (called in before 2:00pm): $40 Application fee: $30

Mike Brooks2024-07-29T14:05:53-04:00August 10, 2023|

Does the City pick up large items?

Yes. Large items consist of furniture/appliances weighing over 50 lbs, and can be scheduled for pickup by calling customer service at 770-917-8903. There is a $25 charge per item, which will appear on your next bill. Appliances containing refrigerant must have it withdrawn and properly tagged by a certified technician before collection.

Mike Brooks2024-07-29T14:06:06-04:00August 10, 2023|