Welcome to the City of

Hiawassee

County seat of Towns County, on the shore of Lake Chatuge. An Appalachian Trail Community and a recognized Tree City USA.

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Welcome to the City of Hiawassee’s Website

Please explore our site to find information about the services we provide and how to attain them.

You can also find out about your city government, to include elected officials and hired staff. You can view recent city council agendas and minutes. Learn about the history of Hiawassee as well as facts about our population and geography. Additionally, you can find out information about conducting business in Hiawassee including needed forms and our new business directory.

Ordinances are published in the Code of Ordinances. For anything you cannot find, call City Hall on 706-896-2202.

The City of Hiawassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The things residents and businesses ask for most often. Each one goes straight to the form or the page you need.

Pay Your Water Bill

Pay in person, by mail, or set up an automatic bank draft.
Apply for a Building Permit

Requirements checklist and application for residential and commercial work.
Get a Business License

Apply for or renew a license to operate a business in Hiawassee.
Read Agendas & Minutes

Council meeting agendas, minutes and public notices.
Find Bid Opportunities

Open solicitations, plus a record of past city procurement.
Request Public Records

Submit a request under the Georgia Open Records Act.