Welcome to Cornelius. Everything you love lives in this vibrant small town, nestled along the shores of Lake Norman. Whether you call Cornelius home or just like to visit our greenways, restaurants, and local businesses, know that our staff is dedicated to promoting the highest quality of life for all. In this town, we live by the Cornelius Way.

Cornelius is a vibrant and inclusive small community on Lake Norman dedicated to promoting the highest quality of life for all residents. Our Mission: The Cornelius Way : Consistently striving to reach above and beyond the “high bar”, we will uphold the qualities we see and hope to inspire in our citizens, to serve Cornelius with loyalty ...

The Town of Cornelius, the second youngest of Mecklenburg County's six incorporated towns, was founded in 1893, but not incorporated until March 4, 1905. Many historians have traced the Town's origin to a dispute over cotton weighing.

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The Cornelius Parks & Recreation Department offers a wide array of special events throughout the year, including. Cultural programs; Dedication ceremonies; Free outdoor movies and concerts; Seasonal celebrations

'Tawba Walk is a multidimensional, eclectic art crawl, which snakes through the heart of Cornelius, featuring dozens of local vendors, live street performances, shopping, amazing food and more, showcasing the best Cornelius and the surrounding areas have to offer.

All building and permanent signage permits for properties located in Cornelius are submitted online through the Mecklenburg County website. The Cornelius Planning Department will be automatically notified by Mecklenburg County to perform a zoning review on your permit.

Cornelius, NC 28031 Phone: 704-892-6031 Fax: 704-896-2462 Hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Andrew Grant Town Manager Email Wayne Herron Deputy Town Manager Email Tyler Beardsley Assistant Town Manager/ Public Works Director Email Lori Harrell Town Clerk Email Share this page.

According to the 2020 decennial census, the population of Cornelius was 31,412. For more information, check the U.S. Census Bureau Quick Facts. Cornelius is approximately 15 square miles.

"Downtown" Cornelius is a 137-acre area situated on the eastern side of town. Within this area are nearly 300 individual parcels, 111 commercial buildings, and lots of retail, dining, and recreation options for residents and visitors alike.