Clemson, SC

Police Advisory Board

The Police Advisory Board will meet to discuss department status, staffing, and crime reviews. The meeting includes a presentation by Trooper Ridgeway of the South Carolina Highway Patrol.

• Presentation by Trooper Ridgeway of SCHP
• Department Status / Staffing Review
• Crime Review

City Council

City Council members may attend the grand opening of Goodwill at 1051 Tiger Blvd. The notice states that no City Council action will be taken during this event.

• Goodwill grand opening at 1051 Tiger Blvd

City Council

Board of Architectural Review

Planning Commission

Sustainability Committee

General

The City of Clemson City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed map amendment for 16 properties on Cambridge Drive. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from R-20 Single-family District to RM-1 Two-family Residential District.

• RZNE-000589-2026: Proposed rezoning of 16 properties on Cambridge Drive to RM-1 Two-family Residential District

City Council

Parks, Recreation, Arts, Culture, and Tourism Advisory Committee

Board of Architectural Review

City Council

Planning Commission

City Council

General

Clemson City Council will hold two public hearings on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 1250 Tiger Boulevard. One hearing covers a request to rezone the 1.327-acre Clemson Motel parcel at 835 Old Greenville Highway from R-20 Single-family Residential to CP-2 Community Business District. The other covers 23 parcels totaling about 13.75 acres near Old Greenville Highway, mostly zoned RM-1 Two-family Residential, also proposed for CP-2. The Planning Commission gave a positive recommendation on the motel rezoning on September 14, 2026, and is scheduled to take up the 23-parcel proposal on October 13, 2026.

• Rezoning RZNE-000579-2026: 835 Old Greenville Highway (Clemson Motel), 1.327 acres, from R-20 to CP-2; applicant Rayn R. Wittrock, agent for owner Meera Hotels, LLC; filed August 14, 2026
• Rezoning RZNE-000588-2026: 23 parcels totaling about 13.75 acres near Old Greenville Highway, mostly RM-1, proposed for CP-2
• Planning Commission positive recommendation on RZNE-000579-2026 dated September 14, 2026
• Planning Commission scheduled to consider RZNE-000588-2026 on October 13, 2026
• Written comments accepted through the MyCivic app on the City website before the hearings

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings and discussions regarding two map amendments for rezoning on Old Greenville Highway. The body will also consider ATAX Grant recommendations and a temporary banner request.

• Public hearing: Proposed Map Amendment Rezoning 835 Old Greenville Hwy
• Public hearing: Proposed Map Amendment Old Greenville Hwy Commercial
• Accommodations Tax Committee recommendations for ATAX Grants
• Request for temporary banner at Highway 93 and Kelly Road by Clemson Child Development Center
• ISO ratings report from Fire Chief Billy Moreland

General

The Clemson Board of Zoning Appeals meets on October 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chamber at Clemson City Hall. The board will hold a public hearing on variance request 2026-V-03, in which applicant Steve Bardos seeks to allow a lot size of 16,000 square feet where 20,000 square feet is required at 609 Issaqueena Trl. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from June 18, 2026, staff reports, and other business.

• Public hearing on variance 2026-V-03: applicant Steve Bardos requests a 16,000 sf lot where 20,000 sf is required at 609 Issaqueena Trl (Table 19-304A.1.a.2)
• Adoption of minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting
• Staff reports
• Other business

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will hold an E.A.R.T.H Forum at Kite Hill Brewing Company. The agenda states that no committee action will be taken during this meeting.

Planning Commission

The Clemson Planning Commission meets October 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chamber at Clemson City Hall. The commission will consider recommendations to City Council on two proposed map amendments (rezonings): RZNE-00588-2026 for Old Greenville Hwy Commercial and RZNE-00589-2026 for Cambridge Drive Residential. It will also discuss College Heights Parcels and hear staff reports. The agenda does not state the outcome of these items or any dollar amounts.

• Rezoning RZNE-00588-2026: Old Greenville Hwy Commercial — recommendation to City Council
• Rezoning RZNE-00589-2026: Cambridge Drive Residential — recommendation to City Council
• Discussion item: College Heights Parcels
• Approval of minutes from the September 14, 2026 regular meeting
• Staff reports

General

The City of Clemson is holding a public hearing to discuss the performance and accomplishments of a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project, CDBG # 4-CI-23-003, the Clemson Redhill Neighborhood Water Upgrade. The project includes installing water lines, fire hydrants, and service lines, with total funding of $1,187,301 ($600,000 CDBG and $587,301 local). The hearing is part of the city's Citizen Participation Plan and is open to public comment.

• Public hearing on CDBG project # 4-CI-23-003 (Redhill Neighborhood Water Upgrade)
• Project includes 2,271 LF 2" PVC, 1,943 LF 6" DIP, 273 LF 8" DIP, 3,153 LF 12" DIP water lines
• 7 new fire hydrants, 1 reset, 42 water meter boxes, 3,213 LF asphalt paving
• Total funding: $1,187,301 ($600,000 CDBG, $587,301 local)
• 96 beneficiaries, 61 low-to-moderate income (LMI)

Board of Architectural Review

The Clemson Board of Architectural Review meets October 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM in Council Chamber at Clemson City Hall, 1250 Tiger Blvd. The board will adopt minutes from its August 4, 2026 meeting and take up one action item: a building and site review request from applicant Jim Belcher of Handel's for approval of string lights and wall mounted heaters at 391 College Ave. Public comments will be heard during the action item presentation. Staff reports and other business are also listed.

• 2026-AR-08: Jim Belcher, Handel's, requests approval of string lights and wall mounted heaters at 391 College Ave
• Adoption of minutes from the August 4, 2026 meeting
• Public comments to be heard during the action item presentation
• Staff reports and other business listed with no details

City Council

Clemson City Council meets October 5, 2026, starting with a 5:30 PM work session on affordable housing before the regular meeting. The regular session includes second readings of a Student Housing District text amendment and an ordinance amending City Ordinance 2-41 on public hearings. Council will also discuss ATAX grant recommendations, parking program initiatives, a school crossing guard MOU for Clemson Elementary, and several other items.

• Second reading of a proposed text amendment for the Student Housing District
• Second reading of an ordinance amending City Ordinance 2-41 Public Hearings
• Memorandum of Understanding for school crossing guard services at Clemson Elementary School
• Discussion of Accommodations Tax Committee recommendations for ATAX Grants
• Request from Clemson Child Development Center to temporarily install a banner at Highway 93 and Kelly Road

Council approved the second reading of a Student Housing District text amendment and an ordinance amending public hearing procedures. A Memorandum of Understanding for Clemson Elementary School crossing guard services was also approved.

• Approved 2nd Reading of Proposed Text Amendment for Student Housing District (unanimous)
• Approved 2nd Reading of ordinance amending City Ordinance 2-41 Public Hearings
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding for Clemson Elementary School crossing guard services
• Approved September 21, 2026 meeting minutes

Police Advisory Board

The Clemson Police Advisory Board is meeting to discuss department status and staffing, review crime statistics, and discuss MIP (minor in possession) numbers. The agenda also includes a presentation by the CU Student Body President and discussion of requested presentations. This is a regular advisory meeting with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Presentation by Rosie Hanna, CU Student Body President
• Department status and staffing review
• Crime review
• Discussion of MIP (minor in possession) numbers
• Requested presentations discussion

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider several ordinances and land-use amendments. The agenda includes a second reading for a ride-share parking ordinance and a rezoning for North Clemson Avenue parcels. Additionally, the council will consider a first reading for a student housing district text amendment.

• 2nd reading of ordinance to repeal 18-27(b) Ride-share Parking
• 2nd reading of ordinance amending City Ordinance 2-41 Public Hearings
• 2nd reading of proposed map amendment (rezoning) for North Clemson Avenue Parcels
• 1st reading of proposed text amendment for Student Housing District
• Discussion of MOU for Clemson Elementary School school crossing guard services

City Council approved a map amendment for rezoning North Clemson Avenue parcels and repealed a ride-share parking ordinance. A proposed text amendment for the Student Housing District received first reading approval, while an amendment to public hearing ordinances was postponed.

• Approved 2nd reading of ordinance to repeal 18-27(b) Ride-share Parking (unanimous)
• Postponed 2nd reading of amending City Ordinance 2-41 Public Hearings (unanimous)
• Approved 2nd reading of Proposed Map Amendment (Rezoning) for North Clemson Avenue Parcels (unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of Proposed Text Amendment for Student Housing District (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 8, 2026 meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is holding a public hearing on a variance request to allow a 16,000 sq ft lot where 20,000 sq ft is required at 609 Issaqueena Trl. The board will also adopt minutes from its June 18, 2026 meeting and handle other business.

• Public hearing on variance 2026-V-03 for 609 Issaqueena Trl to reduce required lot size from 20,000sf to 16,000sf

Accommodations Tax Committee

The Accommodations Tax Committee will review grant applications received for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027, and make recommendations for city council consideration. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from September 16, 2025.

• Review of ATAX grant applications for FY2027
• Recommendations to council on grant awards
• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a proposed major subdivision on Pendleton Road and consider a recommendation for a map amendment at 835 Old Greenville Hwy. The meeting also includes an informational briefing by Nathan Woods and a discussion regarding commission representation at Council meetings.

• Proposed Major Subdivision (Pendleton Road)
• Proposed Map Amendment (Rezoning) at 835 Old Greenville Hwy
• Informational Briefing: Mr. Nathan Woods

Sustainability Committee

The committee will discuss planning for the EARTH Forum and receive an update from the UDO Consultant. The meeting also includes a staff report regarding Urban Land Management.

• EARTH Forum planning discussion
• UDO Consultant update from Eunice Lehmacher
• Urban Land Management Staff Report from Tony Tidwell
• Sustainability Monthly Promotion discussion

Board of Architectural Review

City Council

The Clemson City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed text amendment for the Student Housing District, followed by a regular meeting. During the meeting, council members will discuss and vote on two map amendments for rezoning properties on Highway 93 and North Clemson Avenue, as well as consider amendments to city ordinances.

• Public hearing on proposed text amendment for Student Housing District
• Consider 2nd reading of rezoning for Highway 93 parcels (JSCI Property)
• Consider 1st reading of rezoning for North Clemson Avenue parcels
• Consider 1st reading of amending City Ordinance 2-41 Public Hearings
• Consider 1st reading of ordinance to repeal Ride-share Parking regulation 18-27(b)

The Clemson City Council held a public hearing on a proposed student housing district text amendment but took no vote on it, instead discussing next steps. The council unanimously approved second reading of a rezoning for the JSCI Property on Highway 93 from RM4 to CP-2, and unanimously approved first readings for a North Clemson Avenue rezoning, an ordinance amendment on public hearings, and a repeal of ride-share parking rules. All votes were unanimous with all members present.

• Approved 2nd reading of rezoning for JSCI Property on Highway 93 from RM4 to CP-2 (unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of rezoning for North Clemson Avenue parcels to RM-1 (unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of ordinance amending City Ordinance 2-41 on public hearings (unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of ordinance repealing 18-27(b) ride-share parking (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 17, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Clemson City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed text amendment (2026-R-04) to establish a new Student Housing (SH) District in the zoning code. The amendment would create standards for the district but would not change the zoning map. The Planning Commission has recommended approval.

• Public hearing on 2026-R-04, proposed Student Housing District text amendment
• Amendment would create definition, permitted uses, accessory uses, density, bulk, and dimensional standards
• Updates to off-street parking requirements for the new district
• Planning Commission positive recommendation on August 10, 2026

Parks, Recreation, Arts, Culture, and Tourism Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation, Arts, Culture, and Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss department reports, project updates, and new business. Key items include a skatepark plaque proposal, a vending machine proposal, and a proposed ordinance update for Parks & Recreation. The agenda also includes public input and approval of minutes from the May 19, 2026 meeting.

• Skatepark plaque proposal by Peter Hyatt
• Vending machine proposal by Mohammad Nadeem
• Proposed Parks & Recreation ordinance update
• Pickleball lights update
• Abernathy Park update

City Council

The Clemson City Council will hold a public hearing and discuss a proposed rezoning of North Clemson Avenue parcels, followed by a regular meeting with reports and policy actions. The council will also consider several agreements, including a Duke Energy easement, grant agreements for events and nonprofits, and a housing support partnership.

• Public hearing and discussion on proposed rezoning of North Clemson Avenue parcels
• Consider 1st reading of rezoning for JSCI Property on Highway 93
• Consider Duke Energy easement for Nettles Park Property
• Consider grant agreement for housing support with Community Foundation of Greater Clemson
• Consider revisions to Electronic Message Board Policy

The City Council approved several grant agreements, including the establishment of the City of Clemson Community Action Endowment Fund and a housing support program. Additionally, the Council appointed Dustin Hayes as the new Utilities Director following an executive session. Other actions included approving the first reading of a zoning map amendment and revising the city's electronic message board policy.

• Approved 1st reading of JSCI Property rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved Farmers Market sign placement (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 sponsorship grant agreement (unanimous)
• Approved nonprofit financial support grant agreement (unanimous)
• Established City of Clemson Community Action Endowment Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $80,000 housing support grant agreement (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Electronic Message Board Policy (unanimous)
• Appointed Dustin Hayes as Utilities Director (unanimous)

City Council

The Clemson City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed map amendment to rezone sixteen parcels totaling 8.3 acres near North Clemson Avenue from single-family to two-family residential zoning. The change would allow property owners to build duplexes and patio homes if they meet all standards. The Planning Commission recommended approval on June 8, 2026.

• Proposed rezoning of 16 parcels (8.3 acres) near North Clemson Avenue from R-20/R-12 to RM-1 zoning
• Enables construction of duplexes and patio homes if owners meet standards
• Planning Commission approved positive recommendation on June 8, 2026

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will consider recommending changes to Clemson's mosquito spraying program to City Council. The agenda also includes a communications collaboration overview, a monthly promotion discussion, and updates on the UDO consultant and urban land management.

• Presentation and possible recommendation on mosquito spraying program
• Communications Division overview on collaboration
• UDO Consultant update (Eunice Lehmacher)
• Urban Land Management Staff Report (Tony Tidwell)

The Sustainability Advisory Committee approved a motion recommending that the City of Clemson stop spraying for mosquitoes and replace it with more effective methods. The recommendation was prompted by public concerns from Clemson Downs residents about the impact of spraying on pollinators and property rights. The committee also discussed communication strategies and updates on the Unified Development Ordinance consultant.

• Approved motion to recommend City Council stop mosquito spraying and use more effective methods
• Approved minutes of the 7/8/26 meeting
• Discussed adding dragonfly nesting and yard management alternatives to mosquito control recommendations
• Discussed cancellation of October 14th meeting for Earth Forum

Planning Commission

The Clemson Planning Commission will meet to review a sketch plan for a major subdivision on Pendleton Road, discuss a proposed text amendment on student housing district standards, and consider an amendment to its rules of procedure. The meeting will also include an informational briefing and a discussion on planning commission representation at council meetings.

• Sketch Plan Review: MJS-000573-2026 (Major Subdivision, Pendleton Road)
• Action Item: 2026-R-04 (Proposed Text Amendment on Student Housing District Standards)
• Action Item: Amendment to Article V (Conduct of Meetings) Section 8 (Planning Commission Rules of Procedure)
• Informational Briefing by Mr. Nathan Woods
• Discussion: Planning Commission Representation at Council Meetings

Police Advisory Board

The Police Advisory Board will meet to review department status, staffing, and crime data. The session includes time for citizen comments and a discussion on requested presentations.

• Department Status / Staffing Review
• Crime Review
• Requested Presentations Discussion

The board voted to request that City Council adjust the ordinance to require monthly meetings from January through October, with no required meetings in November and December. Chief Campos provided updates on department staffing and July crime statistics.

• Approved motion to request council change ordinance to meet monthly Jan-Oct, and not in Nov and Dec
• Approved July 23, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda

City Council

This is a joint meeting of the City Council and the City University Advisory Board. No official council action will be taken; the agenda is procedural only.

• Joint City University Advisory Board meeting
• No council action scheduled

Board of Architectural Review

The Board of Architectural Review will meet to consider two applications for new signage. Public comments will be heard during the presentation of each action item.

• Request for new signage at 199 Old Greenville Hwy (Applicant: Tim Leonard)
• Request for new signage at 393 College Ave Suite 1B (Applicant: Derrick Craft, CMG Signs)

City Council

The Clemson City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to decide on two rezoning map amendments for Highway 93 properties, a second reading of middle housing standards, and a rezoning for Hamilton Drive. They will also discuss grants, easements, and policy revisions, including housing support and electronic message board rules.

• Proposed Map Amendment (Rezoning) for JSCI Property and Teasley Application on Highway 93
• Second Reading of Proposed Text Amendment, Middle Housing Standards
• Second Reading of Proposed Map Amendment, Rezoning Hamilton Drive
• Grant agreement for housing support to low-to-moderate income residents
• Duke Energy Easement for Nettles Park Property

The Clemson City Council unanimously approved the second reading of the Middle Housing Standards text amendment and the rezoning of Hamilton Drive. They also approved a 26-foot wood palisade fence for the Holiday East neighborhood. Several items were discussed but not voted on, including rezoning the JSCI property, a Farmers Market sign, and grant agreements.

• Approved 2nd Reading of Middle Housing Standards text amendment (unanimous)
• Approved 2nd Reading of Map Amendment rezoning Hamilton Drive (unanimous)
• Approved 26 feet of wood palisade fence on ROW of Holiday East (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 20, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on two zoning map amendment applications. One proposes rezoning four parcels near Old Greenville Highway and Abel Road from residential to Community Business to allow a pharmacy; the Planning Commission previously denied it. The other proposes rezoning seven parcels on the west side of Old Greenville Highway from former affordable‑housing designations to Community Business, with a positive recommendation from the Planning Commission.

• Rezoning of four parcels (TMP# 4054‑11‑65‑8058, 4054‑11‑65‑8193, 4054‑11‑65‑9085, 4054‑11‑65‑9032) to CP‑2 for a pharmacy (application RZNE‑000565‑2026)
• Rezoning of seven parcels (4054‑11‑65‑7410, 4054‑11‑65‑6587, 4054‑11‑65‑8807, 4054‑11‑75‑1713, 4054‑11‑66‑9099, 4054‑11‑75‑1928, 4054‑11‑75‑2837) to CP‑2 Community Business District
• Planning Commission denied the pharmacy rezoning recommendation on June 8 2026
• Planning Commission approved the seven‑parcel rezoning recommendation on June 8 2026

Police Advisory Board

The Police Advisory Board will review department staffing and crime data. Members will discuss changing the requirements for a board position to better include campus personnel. The meeting includes a presentation from Dr. Pettigrew, Associate Dean of Students and Director of the Office of Community & Ethical Standards.

• Department status and staffing review
• Crime review
• Discussion on changing board position requirements for campus personnel
• Presentation by Dr. Pettigrew

The Police Advisory Board voted unanimously to recommend that Clemson City Council remove ordinance 18-27, which the chief said is outdated and unenforceable. The board also heard a presentation on student conduct, reviewed June crime stats, and discussed staffing vacancies. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended removal of ordinance 18-27 to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
• Approved June 26, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session on a parking study draft report by Walker Consultants. The regular meeting includes discussions on neighborhood fencing and nonprofit use of a city message board, alongside several zoning and development readings.

• Parking Study Draft Report by Walker Consultants
• Proposed installation of 25 feet of wood palisade fence in Holiday East ROW
• 2nd Reading of 1310 Tiger Boulevard Planned Development
• 1st Reading of Proposed Text Amendment for Middle Housing Standards
• 1st Reading of Proposed Map Amendment for rezoning Hamilton Drive

Council approved the second reading of a planned development at 1310 Tiger Blvd. The body also approved the first readings of a text amendment for middle housing standards and a map amendment for rezoning on Hamilton Drive.

• Approved 2nd reading of proposed planned development at 1310 Tiger Blvd (Unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of Proposed Text Amendment, Middle Housing Standards (Unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of Proposed Map Amendment, Rezoning Hamilton Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved July 6, 2026 Regular Council Meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The regular monthly Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 13, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 10, 2026.