Beaufort County, South Carolina

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Zoning Board of Appeals

Planning Commission

Cultural District Advisory Board

City Council

Historic District Review Board

Planning Commission

City Council

Zoning Board of Appeals

City Council

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

City Council

Historic District Review Board

Cultural District Advisory Board

Planning Commission

General

Planning Commission

City Council

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Zoning Board of Appeals

Planning Commission

Cultural District Advisory Board

City Council

Historic District Review Board

Planning Commission

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Zoning Board of Appeals

City Council

Planning Commission

Cultural District Advisory Board

City Council

Historic District Review Board

Planning Commission

General

Zoning Board of Appeals

City Council

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Planning Commission

City Council

Historic District Review Board

Planning Commission

Cultural District Advisory Board

City Council

Zoning Board of Appeals

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding revisions to Chapters 2, 3, and 4 of the Beaufort Development Code. The body will also review previous meeting minutes and address military operations questions.

• Public hearing on Development Code revisions: Chapter 2 (Map and Districts), Chapter 3 (Land Use Provisions), and Chapter 4 (Infill Standards)
• Request to table the Preliminary Plat and Site Plan for a free-standing Emergency Department at 396 Robert Smalls Parkway

General

The Historic District Task Force will hold a worksession to review minutes, hear presentations on the economic impact of the Bladen Street Redevelopment District and a $150,000 proposal from LowCountry Legal Volunteers to clear titles on 10 Heirs' properties, then discuss and produce a definitive list of 5–10 properties for preservation programs.

• Review and approve minutes from June 1 and June 15, 2026 meetings
• Presentation: Economic Impact of the Bladen Street Redevelopment District by Freedman Arts District intern Finlay Florance
• Presentation: LowCountry Legal Volunteers proposed $150,000 to clear title on 10 Heirs' properties
• Discussion and action to produce a definitive list of 5–10 properties for preservation programs, considering owner cooperation, incentives, scope of work

General

Planning Commission

The Beaufort Planning Commission holds a worksession to discuss proposed updates to three chapters of the city's zoning code: Chapter 2 (Map and Districts), Chapter 3 (Land Use Provisions), and Chapter 4 (Infill Standards). No formal votes or decisions are expected; the session is for discussion only. The agenda also includes a welcome for new commissioner Michael Holle and public comment.

• Discussion of Chapter 2 – Map and Districts
• Discussion of Chapter 3 – Land Use Provisions
• Discussion of Chapter 4 – Infill Standards
• Welcome of new Planning Commission member Michael Holle
• Public comment period

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will review two applications for residential construction in the historic district. One application seeks final approval for an addition to the single‑family home at 1506 Greene Street, including a bedroom, bathroom and laundry room. The other seeks final approval for new construction of a single‑family home with an attached garage at 602 Bladen Street. Decisions will be made at this meeting provided the applicants or their representatives are present.

• Addition to existing single‑family dwelling at 1506 Greene Street – request for final approval
• New construction of single‑family dwelling with attached garage at 602 Bladen Street – request for final approval
• Review of minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting

City Council

The Beaufort City Council will hold second readings of two zoning map amendments — rezoning 1556 Salem Road from T4-Neighborhood to Regional Mixed-Use and 909 Church Street to T4-Historic Neighborhood District. The council will also consider authorizing a contract for waste management services and receive a Dominion Energy vegetation management update. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a FOIA investigation, Parcel K in Beaufort Commerce Park, and appointments to boards and judges.

• Second reading to rezone 1556 Salem Road from T4-N to Regional Mixed-Use (RMX)
• Second reading to rezone 909 Church Street from T4-N to T4-Historic Neighborhood District (T4-HN)
• Authorization for city manager to enter waste management services contract
• Dominion Energy Vegetation Management Program update
• Executive session to discuss FOIA investigation and Parcel K in Beaufort Commerce Park

General

The Waterfront Advisory Committee will meet to review and discuss a draft Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for upcoming tasks. The committee will also approve minutes from June 1, 2026, and set future meeting dates. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Approval of minutes from June 1, 2026
• Discussion of Draft Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Tasks
• Setting future meeting dates
• Public comment period

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the Driftwood Project and the location of the Liberty Tree. Members will also review reforestation species for the Urban Renewal Plan.

• Driftwood Project
• Liberty Tree location discussion
• Urban Renewal Plan reforestation species discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a worksession to discuss an update on the City of Beaufort Housing Repair Program. They will also receive a presentation from the US Army Corps of Engineers on a Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study and conduct interviews for boards, commissions, and committees. The meeting includes recognition of new fire and public works employees and will enter executive session regarding municipal judges, bond court services, and the Downtown Advisory Board.

• Employee recognitions: Fire Department – Matthew Arguijo, Cole Monczewski, Zachary Nykiel; Public Works – Markell Mulligan
• Presentation: Federal Interest Determination (FID) – Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study (US Army Corps of Engineers)
• Discussion: City of Beaufort Housing Repair Program Update
• Executive session: Municipal judges, Bond Court Services, Downtown Advisory Board appointments

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider an appeal from K. Hovnanian Homes regarding a denied permit to remove three landmark live oak trees at 2945 Marshfront Drive, which renders the lot undevelopable. The board will also elect a vice-chairman, welcome new member Zach Graber, and review minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting.

• Appeal of permit denial to remove three landmark live oak trees at 2945 Marshfront Drive (parcel R120 032 000 0613 0000) in the Overlook at Battery Creek subdivision
• Election of Vice-Chairman
• Welcome of new board member Zach Graber
• Review of minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting

General

The Beaufort City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct an executive session to discuss a FOIA Release Investigation. The meeting includes a public comment period with a five-minute limit per speaker. No voting or ordinance actions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily procedural.

• Executive session pursuant to SC Code for FOIA Release Investigation
• Public comment period (5-minute limit)

The City Council held a special meeting that included an executive session to discuss a FOIA release investigation. No substantive legislative decisions or ordinances were passed during this meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for FOIA investigation (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review meeting minutes from May 18, 2026, discuss questions related to military operations, and consider a new appointment. The main business is proposed amendments to Chapters 2 (Map & Districts), 3 (Land Use Provisions), and 4 (Infill Standards) of the city code. No details on the amendments are provided in the agenda.

• Review of May 18, 2026 meeting minutes
• Questions relating to military operations
• New appointment (unspecified)
• Proposed code amendments to Chapters 2, 3, and 4 of the city code

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Task Force will discuss and potentially adopt minutes from two prior meetings. The main work session item is reviewing candidate properties for preservation programs and producing a definitive list of 5-10 properties to pursue. Discussion will include owner cooperation, incentives, and scope of work. The task force may take action on these recommendations.

• Review and adoption of 18 May and 1 June 2026 minutes (Action)
• Discussion of candidate properties for preservation programs, focusing on 'low-hanging fruit', cooperative owners, least cost, and architectural significance
• Goal to produce a definitive list of 5-10 properties and determine next steps including incentives and scope of work

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will review applications for new construction, including a duplex and townhomes, and consider tax incentives for property rehabilitation. The meeting will also address a request to extend preliminary approval for a new building.

• Tax incentive application for 910 Harrington Street (Bailey Bill)
• Extension of preliminary approval for 101 Scott Street
• New duplex with carriage house at 805 Church Street
• New townhome and duplex construction at 1010 Boundary Street
• Carriage house addition at 1511 King Street

City Council

The Beaufort City Council will hold a first reading on an ordinance to change the zoning of 1556 Salem Road from T4-Neighborhood to Regional Mixed-Use. The meeting also includes a second reading of the ordinance to sell the city-owned property at 2153 Boundary Street and a second reading of the FY 2026‑27 tax levy ordinance. Additional items are a resolution for National Trails Month, requests for July 4 and July 1 events in Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, and authorizations for the Duke Street Streetscape and real‑estate brokerage contracts.

• Ordinance to rezone 1556 Salem Road to Regional Mixed-Use (first reading)
• Ordinance to rezone 909 Church Street to T4‑Historic Neighborhood (first reading)
• Ordinance to approve sale of city property at 2153 Boundary Street (second reading)
• Authorization for City Manager to contract Duke Street Streetscape Project
• Authorization for City Manager to contract Real Estate Brokerage Services

The City Council approved the consolidated budget for Fiscal Year 2027 and several zoning ordinances. Additional actions included approving various proclamations, park use requests, and board appointments.

• Approved FY27 Consolidated Budget of $70.17 million (unanimous)
• Approved sale of City-owned property at 2153 Boundary Street (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1556 Salem Road to Regional Mixed-Use (4-1)
• Approved rezoning of 909 Church Street to T4-Historic Neighborhood District (unanimous)
• Approved Henry C. Chambers Preserving the Promenade Project Option 2 (unanimous)
• Authorized Duke Street Streetscape Project contract (unanimous)
• Authorized Real Estate Brokerage Services contract (unanimous)
• Terminated 2017 Lady’s Island/St. Helena Fire District Contract (unanimous)

Cultural District Advisory Board

The Cultural District Advisory Board will discuss a maintenance plan and budget for repairing artist benches as old business. New business includes reviewing a report submitted to the South Carolina Arts Commission for fiscal year 2025. The board will also approve minutes from the May 11 meeting.

• Repairing of the Artist Benches – Maintenance Plan and Budget
• Review report sent to South Carolina Arts Commission for FY25
• Review of Minutes for May 11, 2026

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a worksession to discuss specific chapters of the city's planning guidelines. The discussion focuses on maps, districts, land use provisions, and infill standards.

• Discussion of Chapter 2 – Map and Districts
• Discussion of Chapter 3 – Land use Provisions
• Discussion of Chapter 4 – Infill Standards

General

The Waterfront Advisory Committee will hear a report on cost estimates for addressing Waterfront Park issues and consider whether the committee should help identify funding opportunities for the project. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss legal advice related to the Protect Beaufort Foundation lawsuit against the City of Beaufort. Minutes from the previous meeting will be approved.

• Report on cost estimates for options to address Waterfront Park issues
• Consideration of committee role in identifying and evaluating funding opportunities for Waterfront Park project
• Executive session for legal advice on Protect Beaufort Foundation v. City of Beaufort lawsuit
• Approval of minutes from May 4, 2026

The Waterfront Advisory Committee approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting. The committee then entered and later exited an executive session. The meeting was subsequently adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Councilman Scallate, seconded by Mr. Sutton) – carried
• Approved minutes of May 4, 2026 (motion by Mr. Russell, seconded by Councilman Scallate; Mr. Sutton abstained) – carried
• Entered executive session (motion by Mr. Sutton, seconded by Councilman Scallate) – carried
• Exited executive session (motion by Mr. Sutton, seconded by Councilman Scallate) – carried
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Mr. Sutton, seconded by Councilman Scallate) – carried

General

The Historic District Task Force will discuss programs briefed at the previous meeting, request proposals for quiet title services for 10 heirs' properties, and develop a process to establish the economic impact of house repairs or replacements on neighboring properties. They will also review incentives for building new houses or fixing dilapidated ones and identify viable candidate properties.

• Request proposals for quiet title services for 10 heirs' properties (status)
• Develop a process to establish economic impact/benefit to neighbor properties when a house is repaired or replaced (action)
• Discussion of incentives for prospective recipients: building new house, fixing dilapidated, etc.
• Review of subject properties and background to make them viable candidates for programs
• Sub-items: low-hanging fruit, cooperative owners, least cost

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

The Park and Tree Advisory Committee will review old business items, including the Driftwood Project and a discussion on the Liberty Tree location. No new business items with specific actions are listed. The meeting will conclude with public comments.

• Driftwood Project discussion
• Liberty Tree location discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and the Seabrook Farms / McLeod Tract. The meeting includes new hire recognitions and interviews for boards, commissions, and committees.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
• Discussion of Seabrook Farms / McLeod Tract
• Interviews for Boards, Commissions and Committees applicants
• Executive session regarding personnel appointments for various advisory boards and the Planning Commission

The council voted to go into executive session, then to return to the public session, and finally to adjourn. No substantive actions on the Seabrook Farms rezoning, annexation, or FY2027 budget were taken.

• Motion to enter executive session carried (all in favor)
• Motion to exit executive session carried (all in favor)
• Motion to adjourn carried (all in favor)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear an appeal by K. Hovnanian Homes regarding a denial of a permit to remove three landmark live oak trees at 2945 Marshfront Drive in the Overlook at Battery Creek subdivision. The applicant argues the denial renders the lot undevelopable.

• Appeal of permit denial to remove three landmark live oak trees at 2945 Marshfront Drive (R120 032 000 0613 0000)

General

The City Council will hold a quarterly workshop to discuss the Capital Improvements Program and receive legal advice regarding a tax allocation fund.

• Quarterly Capital Improvements Program (CIP) Update
• Legal advice session on TIF II Special Tax Allocation Fund Revenues

The Beaufort City Council held a Capital Projects workshop and received updates on completed, under‑construction, designed and unfunded projects. Council voted unanimously to go into executive session and then to return to the public session. No other actions were taken and the meeting was adjourned.

• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

General

The Historic District Task Force will meet to discuss utilizing city funding and external programs to repair homes. The body will consider requesting proposals for quiet title services and developing a process to measure the economic impact of property repairs on neighboring homes.

• Discussion of $100k to $150k in city funding for house repairs
• Request for proposals for quiet title services for 10 heirs' properties
• Presentations from Center for Culture and Commerce and Beaufort Jasper Housing Trust
• Development of a process to establish economic benefit to neighbors when houses are repaired or replaced
• Review of subject properties to identify viable candidates for repair programs

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request and proposed changes to the Beaufort Development Code. The body will also review meeting minutes from April 20, 2026.

• Rezoning request for 1556 Salem Road from T4-N (T4-Neighborhood) to RMX (Regional Mixed-Use) by Randolph G. Martin, Tidewater Windows & Doors, Inc.
• Proposed Beaufort Development Code amendments to Chapter 2, Chapter 3, and Chapter 4 regarding Maps and District, Land Use Provisions, and Building Design and Infill Standards

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 20, 2026 meeting after minor wording changes. The commission also unanimously approved the rezoning of 1556 Salem Road from T4‑N to RMX (Regional Mixed‑Use). The meeting was adjourned after a motion to adjourn was approved, and the next worksession was scheduled for June 1, 2026.

• Approved April 20, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1556 Salem Road to RMX (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will review and vote on a consent agenda item for a Bailey Bill tax incentive at 1313 Congress Street, then hear final approval applications for several projects including new construction, additions, and renovations. Notable projects include converting a former gas station at 902 Boundary Street into a restaurant/bar, new duplexes at 811 Congress Street and 805 Church Street, and a renovation with partial demolition at 1108 Washington Street that also requests a property tax freeze.

• 1313 Congress Street: Approval of Bailey Bill Tax Incentive for previous rehabilitation (consent agenda)
• 811 Congress Street: Final approval for new construction of a duplex with detached garage/carriage house
• 902 Boundary Street: Final approval for commercial reuse of former gas station into a small restaurant/bar
• 1108 Washington Street: Renovation/rehab with partial demolition of rear, plus 10-year Bailey Bill tax freeze request
• 805 Church Street: Final approval for new construction of a duplex with detached carriage house

The Historic District Review Board granted final or conceptual approvals for eight development applications, approved a Bailey Bill tax incentive for Stokes Cottage, and approved the board member’s reappointment status. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Bailey Bill tax incentive for 1313 Congress St (unanimous)
• Granted final approval for 811 Congress St duplex with conditions (unanimous)
• Granted final approval for 902 Boundary St restaurant/bar reuse (unanimous)
• Granted final approval for 710 Newcastle St addition (unanimous)
• Approved Bailey Bill tax credit for 1108 Washington St rehab (unanimous)
• Granted conceptual approval for 805 Church St duplex (unanimous)
• Granted conceptual approval for 602 Bladen St single‑family home (unanimous)
• Granted final approval for 1201 North St church building alterations (unanimous)

City Council

The Beaufort City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of the annual budget and tax levy for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026. Other business includes second readings of ordinances on noise, hospitality fees, and a budget amendment, as well as first readings on a road use fee and the sale of city-owned property at 2153 Boundary Street. Council will also make appointments to the Downtown Advisory Board and hold executive sessions for legal advice and personnel matters.

• Public hearing and first reading of FY 2026-2027 budget and tax levy
• First reading of ordinance to add Road Use Fee (Section 1-5024)
• First reading of ordinance to sell city-owned property at 2153 Boundary Street
• Second reading of ordinance to amend noise ordinance (Section 9-1008)
• Second reading of ordinance to amend hospitality fee (Part 7, Chapter 13)

The council voted 4‑1 to amend the FY 2027 budget by striking the proposed vehicle tag fee. A separate 4‑1 vote reallocated $1,248,175 of TIF money from city‑wide upgrades to the Waterfront Park Redevelopment Project. The sale of the city‑owned parcel at 2153 Boundary Street was also approved.

• Amended budget to eliminate proposed vehicle tag fee (4‑1, Lipsitz opposed)
• Reallocated $1,248,175 of TIF funds to Waterfront Park Redevelopment (4‑1, Lipsitz opposed)
• Approved sale of City‑Owned Property at 2153 Boundary Street (unanimous)
• Adopted multiple noise‑ordinance amendments (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2027 consolidated budget of $73,398,312 (unanimous)
• Approved proclamations for May awareness weeks (unanimous)
• Appointed five members to Downtown Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Withdrawn Road Use Fee ordinance (unanimous)

Cultural District Advisory Board

The Cultural District Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to review minutes from February and receive updates on the Arts Festival. The board will also discuss a maintenance plan and budget for repairing artist benches and review a report sent to the South Carolina Arts Commission. No votes on ordinances or financial contracts are on the agenda.

• Update on the Arts Festival
• Repairing of artist benches including maintenance plan and budget
• Review of report sent to the South Carolina Arts Commission

General

The Waterfront Advisory Committee will discuss design concepts for Waterfront Park based on public meeting comments. The body will also review the status of a request to Council concerning grants and fundraising.

• Review of Waterfront Park Design Concepts
• Status of request to Council regarding grants/fundraising

The Waterfront Advisory Committee approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 13 session. The committee voted to recommend Option 2 – Build New and Raise – to the City Council. Members also approved expanding the committee’s mandate to include involvement in grant‑writing. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approved meeting minutes (Bartholomew abstained)
• Recommended Option 2 (Build New and Raise) to City Council (all in favor)
• Approved expansion of committee mandate to include grant‑writing (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

City Council

The city council will hold a second reading of an ordinance amending short-term rental regulations. They will also discuss the draft FY2027 consolidated budget and proposed changes to the noise ordinance. The meeting includes public comment, new employee recognition, and an executive session on board appointments.

• Second reading of ordinance amending Part 7 of Code of Ordinances and Section 3.6.2.C.2 of Development Code regarding Short-Term Rentals
• Presentation of Department Directors and Capital Projects for Draft Recommended Fiscal Year 2027 Consolidated Budget
• Discussion on ordinance to amend Part 9, Chapter 1, Section 9-1008 (Loud and Unseemly Noise) of City Code
• Executive session discussing personnel for Downtown Advisory Board
• Employee new hire recognition for Human Resources (Kenia Perdomo) and Public Works (Craig Holland)

The council adopted the second‑reading amendment to Part 7 of the City of Beaufort Code of Ordinances governing short‑term rentals, including caps and special‑exception provisions. All council members present voted in favor. The council also entered and exited executive session and then adjourned the meeting, each action approved unanimously.

• Approved amendment to Part 7 of the Code of Ordinances on Short‑Term Rentals (unanimous)
• Entered executive session pursuant to SC Code §30‑4‑70 (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

General

The Beaufort Planning Commission will conduct a site tour of existing multifamily developments. Afterwards, members will discuss Chapter 2.5.9 on lot diversity and Chapter 4.5.7 on apartment building design and infill standards. No decisions are noted; the meeting focuses on review and discussion.

• Tour of multifamily sites
• Discussion of Chapter 2.5.9 Lot Diversity
• Discussion of Chapter 4.5.7 Apartments design and infill standards

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review minutes from the March 23, 2026 meeting. The board will also consider an appeal regarding a short-term rental operation.

• Appeal by James Mead for 110 Factory Creek Court (R123 015 000 0782 0000) to continue operating a short-term rental

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review the progress of the Driftwood Project and the relocation of trees from the Spanish Moss Trail. Members will also discuss the finalization of the Charles Street Tree Removal Report and urban tree renewal plans.

• Driftwood Project/Tree Memorial artist outreach
• Relocation sites for Spanish Moss Trail trees
• Soil sample recordings for the Liberty Tree location
• Charles Street Tree Removal Report finalization
• Canopy Study and Urban Tree Renewal Plans

The commission approved the minutes from the February 2026 meeting. Members discussed the artist for the Charles St sculpture plaque, locations for donated Hermitage trees, the status of the Liberty Tree, and a possible use of the Tree Fund for Phase 2 of Southside Park. New business included a note to finalize the Charles St project at the next meeting and an update on a canopy study with state funding research.

• Approved minutes for Feb 2026 meeting

General

The Beaufort City Council will hold a special meeting and budget workshop to discuss a first reading of an ordinance amending short-term rental regulations and to review the draft FY2027 recommended budget. An executive session is scheduled for personnel discussions.

• First reading of ordinance amending Part 7 of the Code of Ordinances and Section 3.6.2.C.2 of the Beaufort Development Code regarding Short-Term Rentals
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2027 Draft Recommended Budget
• Executive session for personnel appointed by City Council

The council adopted the first reading of the short‑term rental ordinance, approved removing Section S‑Special Exceptions, and approved two amendments to the three‑strike enforcement rules and the caps definition. All motions passed unanimously. No vote counts were recorded.

• Approved first reading of short‑term rental ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved removal of Section S‑Special Exceptions (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to three‑strike rules: warning, $500 fine, revocation (unanimous)
• Approved amendment defining caps for 3% and 4% based on allowable parcels (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a sketch plan for a free-standing emergency department and a rezoning request for a property on Church Street. The body will also discuss amendments to the Beaufort Development Code regarding building design and infill standards.

• Sketch Plan for Beaufort Free-Standing Emergency Department at 396 Robert Smalls Parkway
• Rezoning of 909 Church Street from split T4-HN/T4-N to T4-HN (T4-Historic Neighborhood)
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 4 of the Beaufort Development Code regarding Building Design and Infill Standards

The commission voted to prohibit any new gas stations within the Historic District, referencing two existing grandfathered stations as exceptions. It also approved numerous revisions to Chapter 4 design standards, including removing drive‑thru language, updating garage placement rules, and adding security language for civic buildings. Staff will continue research on several material specifications and will provide the council with ADU and short‑term rental updates.

• Prohibited new gas stations in the Historic District (unanimous)
• Removed Starbucks picture and related wording from Section 4.5.12 (unanimous)
• Agreed to delete drive‑thru language prohibiting within 250 ft of major intersections (unanimous)
• Approved rewording of Section 4.5.13.H.b to strengthen language (unanimous)
• Adopted revisions to garage standards, including rear‑alley placement for row‑home garages (unanimous)
• Added landscaping/buffering requirement for garage areas (unanimous)
• Removed PVC requirement in Section 4.6.3.A.4.d (unanimous)
• Staff to research stucco terminology and new product recommendations (unanimous)

General

The Historic District Task Force will meet to review meeting minutes, discuss a vision statement, and review properties for potential repair programs. The meeting will be held via Zoom and live-streamed.

• Review of March 16, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion and potential adoption of HDTF Vision Statement
• Review of properties for repair program candidates
• Presentation by Low Country Legal Volunteers on heirs property issues
• Meeting broadcast via Zoom and live-streamed on YouTube

City Council

The Beaufort City Council will hold a second reading on an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to sell about 31.79 acres at 90 Schork Road. A public hearing will be held for the Calhoun Streetscape Improvements Project closeout, and several ordinance amendments on noise, weeds, short‑term rentals, budget and hospitality fees will be considered. The meeting also includes a resolution on priority community development needs and an authorization for a Waterfront Park Day Dock Project contract.

• Ordinance authorizing sale of ~31.79 acres at 90 Schork Road (Second Reading)
• Public hearing on Calhoun Streetscape Improvements Project closeout
• Ordinance amendments on loud noise, weeds, short‑term rentals, budget and hospitality fee
• Authorization for City Manager to enter contract for Waterfront Park Day Dock Project
• Resolution adopting Priority Community Development Needs for 2026

The council approved the purchase‑sale agreement for 31.79 acres at 90 Schork Road. It rescinded the short‑term‑rental ordinance and scheduled a special meeting for its first reading. Several ordinances and resolutions were also approved, including a historic foundation event, a waterfront park dock contract, and support for state tax‑relief legislation.

• Approved purchase and sale agreement for 31.79 acres at 90 Schork Road (3-1 vote; Councilman Scallate opposed)
• Rescinded short‑term‑rental ordinance (4-1 vote; Councilman Lipsitz opposed)
• Approved special meeting on April 21 for first reading of short‑term‑rental ordinance (4-1 vote; Councilman Lipsitz opposed)
• Approved Historic Beaufort Foundation to host 2026 Lafayette Soirée (unanimous)
• Approved first amendment to 2024 Series Ordinance (4-1 vote; Councilman Lipsitz opposed)
• Approved contract for Waterfront Park Day Dock Project (4-1 vote; Councilman Scallate opposed)
• Approved resolution supporting SC Senate Bill 866 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution opposing termination of USCB History Program (unanimous)

Cultural District Advisory Board

The Cultural District Advisory Board will meet to review minutes from February 2026, discuss an update on the Arts Festival, and consider a maintenance plan and budget for repairing Artist Benches. The board will also review a report sent to the South Carolina Arts Commission.

• Review of February 9, 2026 minutes
• Update on Arts Festival
• Review of report to South Carolina Arts Commission
• Discussion on Artist Benches maintenance plan and budget

General

The Beaufort Waterfront Advisory Committee will review status updates on the Dinghy Dock, Day Dock, and fencing projects. It will discuss engineering renderings and input for the upcoming charrette. The committee will consider next steps for the waterfront plan.

• Status update on Dinghy Dock
• Status update on Day Dock
• Status update on fencing
• Charrette discussion of engineering renderings
• Consideration of next steps for waterfront plan

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 9, 2026, with amendments. Future meeting dates were scheduled for May 4, June 1, July 6, and August 3, 2026. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 9, 2026 minutes with amendment (unanimous)
• Scheduled future meetings: May 4, June 1, July 6, August 3, 2026
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will consider applications for additions, renovations, and new structures at four different addresses. The board will decide on conceptual and final approvals for these residential changes.

• 1411 North Street: Request for 2-car garage, pool, decking, pool house/guesthouse, and landscaping
• 1511 King Street: Request to construct a detached carriage house
• 710 Newcastle Street: Request for interior habitable space, screened rear porch, and front covered porch and sunroom
• 1108 Washington Street: Request to renovate the front section and demolish the back section of the structure

The board deferred review and approval of the Jan 14, 2026 minutes to the next meeting. The agenda item for 1411 North Street was removed because a quorum was not present and will be reconsidered later. The board unanimously granted conceptual approval for the renovation/reuse of 902 Boundary Street, pending elevation drawings for fencing and ADA parking. The board also unanimously approved a COA extension letter for the 1106 Craven Street development.

• Deferred review and approval of Jan 14, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Removed 1411 North Street agenda item due to lack of quorum (deferred)
• Granted conceptual approval for 902 Boundary Street renovation/reuse, pending elevations (unanimous)
• Approved COA extension letter for 1106 Craven Street (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Beaufort Planning Commission will open with a public comment period. It will then discuss three provisions of the Development Code: Section 2.5.9 on lot diversity, Section 3.6.2 on bed and breakfast uses, and Section 4.5.9 B.2 on liner building design and infill standards. No formal decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Public comment period
• Discussion of Development Code Chapter 2, Section 2.5.9 – Lot diversity
• Discussion of Development Code Chapter 3, Section 3.6.2 – Bed and Breakfast
• Discussion of Development Code Chapter 4, Section 4.5.9 B.2 – Liner Buildings design and infill standards

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

The Park and Tree Advisory Committee will approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss progress on the Driftwood Project and Spanish Moss Trail tree relocation. The committee will also review soil samples for the Liberty Tree.

• Approval of February 26th meeting minutes
• Driftwood Project/Tree Memorial artist outreach progress
• Spanish Moss Trail tree relocation location options
• Soil sample recordings for Liberty Tree location

City Council

The Beaufort City Council will hold an amended worksession on March 24, 2026. The agenda includes employee new‑hire recognitions, presentations on a mayoral proclamation for American Red Cross Month and a Cummings Foundation grant update, and three discussion items: a short‑term rentals ordinance, Southside Park Phase II and parks and tourism revenue bond reallocation, and a hospitality fee of 1.1% with a 5% distribution. No decisions are recorded as already made; the items are slated for discussion.

• Discussion of Short‑Term Rentals Ordinance
• Discussion of Southside Park Phase II and Parks and Tourism Revenue Bond Reallocation
• Discussion of Hospitality Fee – 1.1% and 5% Distribution
• Executive session: receipt of legal advice on Commerce Park activity
• Executive session: conveyance of property in Beaufort Commerce Park (Lot D – 5.25 acres; Lot B – 6.64 acres; Lot K – 7.0 acres; Lots A, C, E, F, H, J – approx. 31.79 acres)

Council members voted to go into executive session and the motion was carried. Later the council voted to come out of executive session and that motion also carried. No formal votes were recorded on the short‑term rental ordinance, park bond reallocation, or hospitality fee changes.

• Entered executive session (motion carried)
• Exited executive session (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Beaufort County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its regular meeting on March 23, 2026. After routine items such as the call to order, pledge of allegiance, and approval of minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting, the board will review a variance request for 10 Battery Point Lane. The applicant seeks to reduce the required 5‑foot side‑property setback to 2 feet for a garage in the rear yard facing 89 Bostick Circle.

• Variance request for 10 Battery Point Lane to reduce side‑property setback from 5 ft to 2 ft for a garage (Section 2.4.1.C)
• Approval of minutes from the November 19, 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting

Planning Commission

The commission will open with public comment, then review specific provisions in Chapters 2, 3, and 4 of the Beaufort Development Code. Items include alternate entrances, two‑story height requirements, lot diversity, a bed‑and‑breakfast use, and building design and infill standards. No formal actions are noted; the meeting is for discussion.

• Chapter 2 – Section 2.5.1 Alternate Entrances
• Chapter 2 – Section 2.6.3 Two‑Story Height Requirements
• Chapter 2 – Section 2.5.9 Lot Diversity
• Chapter 3 – Section 3.6.2 C Bed and Breakfast
• Chapter 4 – Section 4.5.9 B.2 Liner Buildings (Building Design and Infill Standards)

The commission agreed on a series of specific edits to Sections 2.6.3, 4.5.9, and 4.6.1 of the zoning ordinance. Changes include retaining the word “should” in 2.6.3.A, updating terminology, adding new subsections, and renaming the Lot Diversity section to “Lot & Development Diversity.” The work session ended with plans to finalize these revisions at the next regular meeting.

• Retained the word “should” unchanged in Section 2.6.3.A
• Changed “Active” to “Activate” in Section 2.6.3.A.3
• Removed the first paragraph in Section 2.6.3.A item #4
• Added a label “Requirements” to Section 2.6.3.B and renamed it
• Replaced “Intent” with “Applicability” in Section 2.6.3.A and made it a separate paragraph
• Added a new #5 subsection on architectural elements to Section 2.6.3.C
• Renamed the Lot Diversity section to “Lot & Development Diversity”
• Added the word “maintenance” before “service functions” in Section 4.6.1.H

General

The Beaufort Historic District Task Force will elect a chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary, hear public comments, and discuss a new mission statement and proposed work plan.

• Election of Chairperson
• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Election of Secretary
• Public comment period
• Discussion of mission statement and proposed work plan

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will meet to consider conceptual approvals for property renovations and new structures, as well as a request to extend a previously approved decision.

• Review of 902 Boundary Street renovation/reuse application
• Review of 1411 North Street new accessory structures and landscaping
• Review of 1106 Craven Street COA Extension request
• Approval of January 14, 2026 meeting minutes
• Meeting broadcast via Zoom and live-streamed on YouTube

The Historic District Review Board deferred the review of the January 14, 2026 minutes to the next meeting. It removed the 1411 North Street item from the agenda because a quorum was not present. The board unanimously granted conceptual approval for the 902 Boundary Street renovation, and unanimously approved a COA extension for the 1106 Craven Street project. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Deferred review of Jan 14, 2026 minutes to next HRB meeting (unanimous)
• Removed 1411 North Street agenda item due to lack of quorum (deferred)
• Granted conceptual approval for 902 Boundary Street renovation (unanimous)
• Approved COA extension letter for 1106 Craven Street project (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

General

City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2026 CDBG Needs Assessment and consider several new ordinances. The body is deciding on land acquisitions, short-term rental provisions, and various event permits for city parks and lots.

• First reading of purchase agreement for 31.79 acres at 90 Schork Road
• First reading of ordinances regarding short-term rentals, single-use plastic bags, and noise
• Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2026 Needs Assessment
• Request for 2027 Oyster Festival co-sponsorship and fee waivers for Police, Fire, and EMS
• Authorization for Pigeon Point Drainage Study and Marina Day Dock projects

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda, several proclamations, and the consent agenda. It authorized the sale of approximately 31.79 acres at 90 Schork Road for $2,271,600. The council adopted a short‑term rental ordinance limiting rentals to 6% of residential lots and one per parcel, passing by a 3‑2 vote. Additional actions included approval of a carnival event (4‑1), a noise‑level amendment, and a single‑use plastic bag ordinance.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Authorized sale of 31.79 acres at 90 Schork Road for $2,271,600 (unanimous)
• Adopted short‑term rental ordinance limits – amended motion passed 3‑2
• Approved carnival event in Marina Parking Lot, 4‑1 vote (Lipsitz opposed)
• Amended noise ordinance to 75‑decibel limit – approved (unanimous)
• Approved single‑use plastic bag ordinance – main motion unanimous
• Approved co‑sponsorship for 2027 Oyster Festival – unanimous

Cultural District Advisory Board

The Cultural District Advisory Board will discuss an update on the Arts Festival and a maintenance plan and budget for repairing the Artist Benches. They will also review a report that was sent to the South Carolina Arts Commission. The meeting includes routine items such as reviewing the February 9, 2026 minutes and other business.

• Update on Arts Festival
• Repairing of the Artist Benches (maintenance plan and budget)
• Review report sent to South Carolina Arts Commission

Planning Commission

The Beaufort County Planning Commission will hold a worksession to discuss updates to Chapter 4 Building Design and Infill Standards. The commission will also review considerations for Chapter 2 Lot Diversity. No formal decisions are noted; the agenda lists these topics for discussion.

• Discussion of Chapter 4 Building Design and Infill Standards
• Discussion of Chapter 2 Lot Diversity

The Beaufort County Planning Commission approved a series of revisions to Chapter 4 of the municipal code, covering garage placement, architectural design language, and district‑specific requirements. Changes include new garage siting rules for rowhomes/townhomes, added wording on building design similarity, and numerous updates to special requirements across districts. The commission also removed several outdated terms and added new definitions for drive‑thru facilities, civic buildings, and low‑country vernacular. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Approved new garage placement rule: garages must be behind rowhomes/townhomes and accessed via rear alleyways
• Added language that building designs are considered similar unless distinguished by colors, massing elements, entryways, porches, windows, or roof lines
• Removed items c, f, g, h, and i from Section B (Garages) and struck paragraph “C. Local Design Quality” from Section 4.5.1
• Changed “Common Yard” to “Front” in Section 4.4.A
• Updated large‑footprint building footprint size notation to “greater than 20,000 square feet” for specified districts
• Added “& Car Wash” to the Gas/Fuel Station rubric and described car‑wash lane design
• Inserted new categories for Drive‑Thru Facilities and Civic Buildings in Section 4.5 charts with applicable district notes
• Amended special requirements in multiple sections (e.g., 4.5.3.B, 4.5.4.B, 4.5.5‑4.5.10) to reflect new design standards and lot‑diversity language

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

The Beaufort Park and Tree Advisory Committee will review updates on the Driftwood Project and the Charles St Tree Memorial. New business includes selecting locations for a Liberty Tree and identifying sites where trees removed from the SMT can be replanted, specifically on Fripp St. The meeting also includes public comments before adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from the January 22 meeting
• Update on the Driftwood Project
• Update on the Charles St Tree Memorial
• Discussion of locations well suited for the Liberty Tree
• Discussion of locations for replanting trees removed from the SMT (Fripp St)

City Council

The Beaufort City Council worksession will discuss the deadline for spending American Rescue Plan Act funds and provide a financial update. Council members will consider proposed amendments to the city’s weed and litter ordinances. Presentations will cover the Capital Waste Recycling Program, Dominion Energy’s 2026 right‑of‑way activities, and the Freedman Arts District “Art in the Park” proposal.

• Presentation on Capital Waste Recycling Program curbside guidelines
• Dominion Energy 2026 Right of Way Activities presentation
• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending deadline and financial update
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 2 Weeds (Sec. 6-2003) and Chapter 3 Litter and Trash (Sec. 6-3005)
• Freedman Arts District proposal for Art in the Park

The Council approved the City’s plan to designate a dedicated staff liaison as the primary contact for Dominion Energy’s 2026 right‑of‑way tree trimming. Council members voted to enter executive session and later to exit it, with both motions carried unanimously. No other substantive actions were approved at this meeting.

• Designate dedicated staff liaison for Dominion Energy trimming program (unanimous)
• Motion to enter executive session carried (unanimous)
• Motion to exit executive session carried (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

General

Planning Commission

The Beaufort County Planning Commission will open with public comment. It will then discuss Chapter 4 Building Design and Infill Standards. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Discussion of Chapter 4 Building Design and Infill Standards

The Commission voted to prohibit any new gas stations within the Historic District. It also approved a series of code edits, including removing a Starbucks picture, tightening drive‑thru language, and revising material and texture specifications. Additional changes moved fencing requirements to Chapter 5 and added a design‑exception clause for certain window and door materials. The next work session is scheduled for March 16, 2026.

• Prohibited new gas stations in the Historic District
• Removed Starbucks picture and its caption from the code
• Deleted the sentence “See definition of transparency below” from Section 4.5.12
• Added requirement for a stacking study to support drive‑thru designs
• Moved fencing sections (4.6.I.1 and 4.6.I.2) to Chapter 5 – Landscaping
• Deleted wording “smooth finish” from Sections 4.6.3.A.1.b and 4.6.3.A.5.c
• Removed PVC language from Section 4.6.3.A.4.d and several entire paragraphs from Section 4.6.3.A.7, 4.6.3.A.9.i, 4.6.3.A.9.l.iii
• Added clause allowing design exceptions for spandrel glass or higher opacity windows/doors with applicant justification

General

The City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the Quarterly Capital Improvements Program (CIP) update. This is a discussion-based meeting rather than a voting session.

• Quarterly Capital Improvements Program (CIP) Update

The council received updates on the Pigeon Point Landing permit process, King Street, Charles/Craven Street, Day Dock, Washington Street Park, Southside Park Phase II, 1st SC Volunteers Park, Duke Street, Bayard Street, and the Pigeon Point Stormwater Study. Council members asked questions and voiced concerns about funding, traffic, and utility coordination, but no actions were approved, denied, or voted on.

Historic District Review Board

General

The Beaufort City Council will review and vote on a resolution to create a Downtown Advisory Board. Council members will also consider a resolution on a Social Media Community Comment Policy and first‑reading ordinance amendments to the parking and noise codes. Additional items include routine reports, proclamations, and several requests for use of Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.

• Resolution to establish a Downtown Advisory Board (new business)
• Resolution to adopt a Social Media Community Comment Policy
• First reading of ordinance amending Part 8, Chapter 2, Parking code
• First reading of ordinance amending Part 9, Chapter 1, Section 9-1008, Loud and Unseemly Noise code
• Beaufort Water Festival request for $7,500 fireworks sponsorship and 10% rental‑fee reduction

The council approved the establishment of a 15‑member Downtown Advisory Board. It also adopted an amended Social Media Community Comment Policy and approved several amendments to the Parking Code. A motion to postpone the first reading of a Noise Ordinance amendment was carried. Multiple event co‑sponsorship and waiver requests were approved.

• Approved Downtown Advisory Board resolution (all in favor)
• Adopted amended Social Media Community Comment Policy (all in favor)
• Approved amendments to Parking Code (all in favor)
• Postponed first reading of Noise Ordinance amendment (all in favor)
• Approved co‑sponsorship for Cub Scout Pack 1 graduation event (all in favor)
• Approved noise‑waiver for Denny Wiener wedding (all in favor)
• Approved co‑sponsorship for Original Gullah Festival (all in favor)
• Approved co‑sponsorship and fee reduction for Beaufort Water Festival (all in favor)

General

The Waterfront Advisory Committee will discuss the public opinion survey results for Waterfront Park and consider approving a draft report to the City Council concerning marina premises. It will also review the status of interim access to the Day Dock and enhancements to the Dinghy Dock, as well as proposed interim changes to Waterfront Park. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session for privileged matters.

• Report on Waterfront Park public opinion survey
• Approval of draft report to Council on marina premises issues
• Status update on interim access to Day Dock and Dinghy Dock enhancements
• Proposed interim changes to Waterfront Park

The committee approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 12 meeting unanimously. A motion to adjust the survey results for question 11 failed on a 3‑3 tie. A subsequent motion to accept the survey results as presented passed with a 4‑2 vote.

• Approve meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approve January 12 minutes (all in favor)
• Motion to adjust question 11 percentages failed (3-3 tie)
• Motion to accept survey results as is passed (4-2)

Cultural District Advisory Board

The Cultural District Advisory Board will meet on February 9, 2026 at 2:00 pm in the City Hall Planning Conference Room. The agenda includes reviewing the August 11, 2025 minutes, an update on the Arts Festival, and a discussion of a maintenance plan and budget for repairing the Artist Benches. The board will also receive a report for the South Carolina Arts Commission. The meeting will conclude with any other business and adjournment.

• Repairing of the Artist Benches (Maintenance Plan and Budget)
• Update on Arts Festival
• Reporting for the South Carolina Arts Commission
• Review of Minutes for August 11, 2025
• Other business

The Cultural District Advisory Board approved the August 11, 2025 minutes after fixing the spelling of Mixson, with all members in favor. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed unanimously. The discussion of the South Carolina Arts Commission report was tabled for the March agenda.

• Accepted August 11, 2025 minutes with spelling correction (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)
• Tabled discussion of South Carolina Arts Commission report for March agenda

General

The Waterfront Advisory Committee will discuss and potentially approve a draft report to the City Council concerning issues at the marina premises. It will also review the Waterfront Park public opinion survey results and status updates on interim dock access and park changes. The meeting includes an executive session for confidential contract negotiations and legal advice.

• Report on results of the Waterfront Park Public Opinion Survey
• Approval of draft report to Council on issues regarding marina premises
• Status update on interim access to the Day Dock and enhancement of the Dinghy Dock
• Proposed interim changes in Waterfront Park

Planning Commission

The Beaufort County Planning Commission will hold a work session on February 2, 2026. The commission will discuss the Chapter 4 Building Design and Infill Standards. The meeting also includes a period for public comment before adjournment.

• Discussion of Chapter 4 Building Design and Infill Standards

General

The City Council is conducting a retreat to receive financial, department, and development updates. Members will discuss updating the Comprehensive Plan and evaluate future initiatives including redevelopment and annexation incentives.

• Updating the Comprehensive Plan
• Redevelopment and annexation incentivization
• Municipal Complex Parking
• Workforce/Affordable Housing and Home Repair Assistance Program updates
• Transportation Sales Tax Referendum Projects

General

The City of Beaufort Council will hold a two-day retreat to discuss comprehensive planning, department updates, and future initiatives including redevelopment incentives, annexation, and affordable housing.

• Setting table for updating the Comprehensive Plan
• Future initiatives discussion: redevelopment incentives, annexation incentives, and municipal complex parking
• Workforce/Affordable Housing Update and Discussion
• Home Repair Assistance Program Update
• Transportation Sales Tax Referendum Projects Discussion

City Council

The Beaufort City Council work session will review the FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and consider several policy proposals. Council members will discuss establishing a pilot social district in downtown Beaufort, creating a downtown advisory board, updating the noise ordinance, and adopting a “no comments” policy for the city’s Facebook page. An executive session will be held to receive legal advice and discuss negotiations related to proposed contracts.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report discussion
• Pilot Social District proposal for downtown Beaufort
• Creation of a Downtown Advisory Board
• Noise Ordinance discussion
• Consideration of a "No Comments" policy for the city’s Facebook page

Council voted unanimously to go into executive session for legal advice and then to return to the public session. The council also directed staff to work with the City Attorney to review the noise ordinance. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to exit executive session (unanimous)
• Directed staff to review noise ordinance with City Attorney

Park and Tree Advisory Committee

The Park and Tree Advisory Committee will approve minutes from its November 14 and November 20 meetings. It will consider the City’s 2025 Tree City USA application. The committee will discuss a proposed memorial for an oak tree on Charles Street.

• Approval of minutes for November 14 and November 20 meetings
• Review of the 2025 Tree City USA application
• Discussion of a Charles Street oak tree memorial

The Park & Tree Advisory Commission approved the minutes from the November 14 and November 20, 2025 meetings. The committee discussed the Tree City USA application, a memorial for the removed tree on Charles St Extension and Bay St, the driftwood tree project, and park assessments, and the Parks Supervisor agreed to gather information and provide updates. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved minutes for Nov 14 & Nov 20, 2025 meetings

Planning Commission

The Beaufort County Planning Commission will review the December 15, 2025 meeting minutes, take questions relating to military operations, and hold a discussion on Chapters 2‑4 of the Development Code. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of December 15, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes
• Questions relating to military operations
• Discussion of Development Code Chapters 2‑4

General

The Beaufort County Planning Commission will conduct a training session and a tour of the mixed-use community of Habersham. The event is scheduled for noon at 10 Market Street.

• Training session and tour of the mixed-use community of Habersham at 10 Market Street

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will consider a final approval for a new residence and guest house. The board will also review a request for post-installation approval of HVAC units at 723 Bay Street.

• Final approval request for a 2-story single-family residence and detached guest house at 1705 Duke Street
• Post-installation approval request for HVAC units at 723 Bay Street
• Election of Board members for the Historic Task Force Committee
• Discussion regarding an HDRB Training Session

The Historic District Review Board unanimously approved final approval for the new 2‑story residence at 1705 Duke Street. It also approved the HVAC installation at 723 Bay Street with a condition, voting 3‑1. The board elected Ms. Wilson as the Historic Task Force Representative and set a training session for March 6, 2026.

• Approved final approval for 1705 Duke Street new construction (unanimous)
• Approved 723 Bay Street HVAC installation with condition (3-1; Ms. Petrella voted no)
• Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 10, 2025 meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Elected Ms. Wilson as Historic Task Force Representative (unanimous)
• Scheduled HDRB training session for March 6, 2026, 9 am–noon (agreed)

City Council

The City Council will review requests for street closures and ordinance waivers for several 2026 community events. The body is also deciding on two appointments and the gift of a sculpture to Claflin University.

• Request to host 2026 Beaufort Shrimp Festival and Art & Craft Market (Oct 2-3, 2026)
• Request to host A Taste of Beaufort (May 1-2, 2026) including Washington Street closure
• Request for 'Sip and Stroll for the Stars' (Feb 12, 2026) including police fee waivers
• Appointment of Dr. Natassia Allen to the Beaufort Housing Authority Board of Directors
• Resolution to gift an original sculpture by Arthur Rose, Sr. to Claflin University

General

The Waterfront Advisory Committee will review a public opinion survey for Waterfront Park and discuss a draft report on marina premises. The committee will also address plans for interim access to the Day Dock.

• Review of Waterfront Park Public Opinion Survey
• Draft report to Council on marina premises
• Plan for interim access to the Day Dock
• Executive Session for contractual negotiations and legal advice

Cultural District Advisory Board

The Cultural District Advisory Board will meet on January 12, 2026 at 2:00 pm in City Hall’s Planning Conference Room. The board will review minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting and receive updates on the Arts Festival and a report to the South Carolina Arts Commission. New business includes discussion of a maintenance plan and budget for repairing the artist benches.

• Update on Arts Festival
• Review report sent to South Carolina Arts Commission
• Repairing of the Artist Benches (Maintenance Plan and Budget)