We are excited to share that the Gwinnett County 2045 Unified Plan received the American Planning Association 2025 Daniel Burnham Award for a Comprehensive Plan!

Gwinnett County, Georgia, has grown from a collection of quiet towns into a vibrant, diverse community of more than one million residents — one of the most diverse counties in the country, representing 180 nationalities. Its physical form still reflects its suburban, car-dependent nature, but growth, evolving demographics, and changing preferences have magnified the importance of building sustainable communities. Residents and elected leaders are committed to realizing the vision: “Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!”

The Gwinnett County 2045 Unified Plan embraces this moment of transformation — acknowledging both the challenges and opportunities that come with rapid growth and demographic change. At its core, the plan reimagines the “15-Minute City” for a suburban setting. Unlike traditional urban models that focus on walkability, Gwinnett’s “mode-agnostic” approach prioritizes accessibility for everyone, no matter how they travel. Each “Daily Community” — classified as an urban corridor, village, or halo — celebrates local character while encouraging mobility, diverse housing choices, and shared public spaces. The result is the Daily Community framework — 87 distinct communities where services, transportation, and public spaces are within reach of every resident.

The Daily Community Atlas now serves as a living resource — capturing the story of every Daily Community and guiding future investments and partnerships. It helps county departments work together to prioritize improvements where they will have the biggest impact on communities. By linking vision with action, the plan provides a shared foundation for progress — bringing clarity to decisions, confidence to partners, and inspiration to the community.