Fort Mill public meetings in 2021

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special called meeting to conduct an executive session. The session is dedicated to personnel matters regarding the Town Manager's annual review.

• Executive session for Town Manager annual review

The Fort Mill Town Council met in special session and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss the town manager's annual review. After reconvening, they voted again to return to executive session, then adjourned without taking any substantive public action. No decisions were made in open session.

• Entered executive session for town manager annual review (5-0)
• Returned to open session (5-0)
• Re-entered executive session (5-0)
• Returned to open session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission approved a 19-lot residential development known as Patterson Pond on W. Hensley Road. The meeting also included the review of a commercial appearance request for a Bojangles on Sutton Road, which was deferred, and the approval of minutes from the November 2021 meeting.

• Approval of Patterson Pond preliminary plat (19 lots) on W. Hensley Road
• Deferred commercial appearance review for proposed Bojangles at 322 Sutton Road
• Approval of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital commercial appearance with amendments
• Recognition of service for Chris Wolfe and Ben Hudgins

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved a commercial appearance review for a Bojangles restaurant proposed by Star Investment Group, with conditions requiring all EIFS to be replaced with brick. The approval was granted by a 6-1 vote, with Commissioner Hudgins opposing. The commission also approved the November 16, 2021 meeting minutes with a minor grammatical modification by a 7-0 vote.

• Approved commercial appearance review for Bojangles with conditions (6-1)
• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes with grammatical modification (7-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a second reading for a revised business license ordinance to align with state law. The body will also discuss the allocation of American Rescue Plan funding and a utility connection request for a property outside town limits.

• Second reading of an ordinance to adopt a Revised Business License Ordinance
• Proposed allocation of American Rescue Plan Funding
• Utility connection request for property located outside of Town limits
• Resolution to update the personnel manual regarding COVID-19 sick leave
• Executive sessions regarding the Town Attorney, part-time municipal judge, and Town Manager review

The Fort Mill Town Council approved a revised business license ordinance to comply with state law, and a temporary policy granting 80 hours of COVID-related sick leave to employees. A utility connection request from a county resident was denied. Council also authorized proceeding with a town attorney personnel matter and hiring a part-time judge for one year.

• Approved second reading of revised business license ordinance (5-0)
• Approved temporary COVID sick leave policy granting 80 hours (5-0)
• Denied utility connection request for property outside town limits (5-0)
• Authorized staff to proceed with town attorney personnel matter (5-0)
• Authorized hiring part-time judge for one-year term (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider three new business items: commercial appearance reviews for a proposed Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital at 2260 Vista Road and a Bojangles restaurant at 322 Sutton Road, and a preliminary plat for a single-family subdivision on W. Hensley Road. The hospital request was deferred at the October meeting due to design concerns and is being resubmitted.

• Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, 2260 Vista Road, 8.42 acres, 47,539 sq ft, 39 beds, 176 parking spaces
• Bojangles restaurant, 322 Sutton Road, commercial appearance review
• Patterson Pond preliminary plat, W. Hensley Road, 8.12 acres, single-family detached
• Hospital design revised to 80-90% brick with EIFS only in internal courtyard
• Staff recommends approval of hospital with conditions for minor adjustments

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for Patterson Pond, a 19-lot age-targeted residential community on W. Hensley Road, by a 5-1 vote. The project, reduced from 24 lots, includes increased open space and a wet pond. The commission also approved commercial appearance review for a rehabilitation hospital and deferred a Bojangles appearance review due to the applicant's absence.

• Approved Patterson Pond preliminary plat and street names (5-1)
• Approved Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital appearance review (6-0)
• Deferred Star Investment Group (Bojangles) appearance review (6-0)
• Approved October 19, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold its regular meeting on November 8, 2021, with key actions including a second reading of a rezoning request for 314 N. White Street (from R-15 Residential to LC Local Commercial) to allow a restaurant, first reading of a revised business license ordinance, and resolutions accepting streets in the Masons Bend subdivision. The council will also discuss a personnel matter regarding the Town Attorney in executive session and receive a capital projects update.

• Second reading of ordinance rezoning 314 N. White Street (tax map 020-04-04-004) from R-15 to LC Local Commercial for a restaurant
• First reading of revised Business License Ordinance per Business License Standardization Act (2020 Act No. 176)
• Resolutions accepting streets in Masons Bend Phases 1, 2, 3, 1A, 2A, 3A into town maintenance system
• Resolution to allow alcohol and amplified sound at public event on Dec. 2, 2021, 5-8:30 p.m. at Main, N. White, S. White, Veterans Parking Lot
• Executive session discussion on personnel contractual matter regarding Town Attorney

The Fort Mill Town Council approved a second reading to rezone 314 White Street from R-15 Residential to LC Local Commercial, and approved first reading of a revised business license ordinance to comply with state law. The council also accepted streets in the Masons Bend subdivision phases into the town maintenance system and approved a special event permit for the Christmas Village. All votes were 6-0 except the special event permit, which passed 5-1.

• Approved second reading of zoning change for 314 White Street from R-15 to LC Local Commercial (6-0)
• Approved first reading of revised Business License Ordinance per state standardization act (6-0)
• Accepted Masons Bend Phase 1 streets into town maintenance system (6-0)
• Accepted Masons Bend Phase 2 streets into town maintenance system (6-0)
• Accepted Masons Bend Phase 3 streets into town maintenance system (6-0)
• Accepted Masons Bend Phases 1A, 2A, 3A streets into town maintenance system (6-0)
• Approved special event permit for Christmas Village on Dec. 2, 2021, allowing alcohol and live music (5-1, Cook opposed)

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider a commercial appearance review request from Encompass Health for a proposed 47,539 sq ft rehabilitation hospital at 2260 Vista Road. The hospital would have 176 parking spaces and up to 39 beds in Phase 1. Staff recommends approval with conditions allowing minor adjustments to satisfy fire marshal and other requirements.

• Commercial appearance review for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital at 2260 Vista Road
• Proposed 47,539 sq ft hospital with 176 parking spaces and 39 beds (Phase 1)
• Site is 8.42 acres, zoned MXU, vacant and wooded
• Staff recommends approval with conditions for minor site plan adjustments
• Meeting includes approval of September 21, 2021 minutes

The Fort Mill Planning Commission voted 7-0 to defer the commercial appearance review for the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, allowing the applicant more time to work with staff on improved building materials. The commission had concerns about the amount of EIFS and steel on the building's facade. The September 21, 2021, meeting minutes were approved with minor grammatical modifications.

• Approved September 21, 2021, meeting minutes with modifications (7-0)
• Deferred commercial appearance review for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital (7-0)

Historic Review Board

The Historic Review Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness and preliminary Bailey Bill certification for the Kuester project at 219 and 221 Main Street. The approval includes conditions to use traditional handrailing instead of glass and to leave the original demising wall brick unpainted. The project involves an anticipated $2.7 million investment in structural reinforcement, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.

• Approval of COA for 219 and 22/ Main Street with specific handrailing and brickwork conditions
• Preliminary Bailey Bill certification for 219 and 221 Main Street project
• COA request for a projecting sign and white exterior painting at 212 Main Street
• COA request for exterior building and site refurbishment at 314 N. White Street
• Preliminary Bailey Bill certification request for 314 N. White Street renovation

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 212 Main Street, allowing a projecting sign and painting the gray façade and rear elevation in 'China White' while leaving the unpainted brick untouched. They also approved a COA for 314 N. White Street for extensive exterior refurbishment to convert a former service station into a fast-casual restaurant, with the condition that sandblasting be replaced by an acceptable method. Additionally, the board granted preliminary Bailey Bill certification for the 314 N. White Street project, which requires a minimum investment of $83,105 and is estimated at $860,964.

• Approved COA for 212 Main Street: projecting sign and painting gray façade and rear elevation 'China White', excluding unpainted brick (5-0).
• Approved COA for 314 N. White Street: exterior refurbishment for restaurant conversion, with sandblasting to be replaced by an acceptable method (5-0).
• Granted preliminary Bailey Bill certification for 314 N. White Street, with a 4-0 vote (Brinton left early).
• Approved minutes from September 14, 2021, meeting as presented (5-0).

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a first reading and public hearing regarding changing the zoning of a property from R-15 Residential to LC Local Commercial. The proposal aims to redevelop the former Coleman’s Garage into a restaurant. Additionally, council will consider adding Springview Meadows streets to the town maintenance system and approving alcohol and sound permits for a charity event.

• First Reading/Public Hearing: Rezoning York County Tax Map 020-04-04-004 from R-15 to LC Local Commercial
• Resolution to accept Springview Meadows subdivision streets into the Town Street Maintenance System
• Resolution for alcohol and amplified sound at the Hearty Hops Charity Foundation event on Oct. 30, 2021
• Proclamation recognizing Planning Month

The Fort Mill Town Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to rezone York County Tax Map Number 020-04-04-004 from R-15 Residential to LC Local Commercial, allowing a new business and restaurant at 324 North White Street, formerly Coleman's Garage. The council also accepted streets in the Springview Meadows subdivision into the town's street maintenance system and approved a resolution permitting alcohol and amplified sound for the Hearty Hops Charity Foundation event on Oct. 30, 2021, with a modification to adhere to current noise ordinance regulations. All votes were unanimous 6-0.

• Approved first reading of rezoning ordinance for 324 North White Street from R-15 to LC (6-0)
• Approved resolution accepting Springview Meadows streets into town maintenance system (6-0)
• Approved alcohol and amplified sound for Hearty Hops Charity Foundation event with noise ordinance modification (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 27, 2021 meeting (6-0)

Town Council

This is a workshop meeting with a single agenda item: discussion of the 2021/2022 strategic planning session, led by Mayor Savage. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is for information and discussion only.

• Discussion of 2021/2022 strategic planning session

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold second readings on the FY2021-2022 budget ordinance and the millage ordinance, which sets the property tax rate. They will also consider allocating Accommodation Grant funds to tourism-related projects. A zoning text amendment to delete pole signage and revise temporary sign rules is scheduled for discussion.

• Second reading of FY2021-2022 budget ordinance (effective Oct 1, 2021)
• Second reading of millage ordinance for tax year 2021
• Consideration of Accommodation Grant fund allocations
• Zoning text amendment to delete pole signage and amend temporary sign rules
• Fire Prevention Week proclamation

The Town Council approved the FY2021-2022 budget and the corresponding millage ordinance on second reading, both by a 4-0 vote. The council also approved accommodation tax grant allocations as recommended by the advisory committee, totaling $56,651.25 across three recipients. A proposed zoning ordinance amendment regarding signage was discussed but not voted on, with staff directed to revise it for a future meeting.

• Approved FY2021-2022 budget ordinance (4-0)
• Approved FY2021-2022 millage ordinance (4-0)
• Approved accommodation tax grants: Town of Fort Mill $8,120, Anne Springs Close Greenway $33,458.50, Fort Mill History Museum $15,072.75 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to rezone a 0.70-acre property at 314 N. White Street from R-15 Residential to LC Local Commercial, allowing redevelopment of a vacant building into a restaurant. The commission will also discuss a preliminary commercial appearance review for Star Investment Group. The meeting includes approval of the August 17, 2021 minutes.

• Rezoning request for York County Tax Map 020-04-04-004 from R-15 to LC Local Commercial
• Property at 314 N. White Street, formerly Coleman's Garage, proposed for restaurant use
• Traffic impact analysis required; off-site improvements to be funded by developer
• Preliminary Commercial Appearance Review: Star Investment Group, LLC
• Approval of August 17, 2021 meeting minutes

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved a rezoning request from Durban Development for 314 N. White Street, changing the zoning from R-15 Residential to LC, Local Commercial. The property, which has been vacant for over 12 months, will require off-site transportation improvements and coordination with SCDOT for pedestrian access. The commission also discussed a preliminary appearance review for a proposed Bojangles restaurant at 322 Sutton Road, but no formal action was taken on that item.

• Approved rezoning of 314 N. White Street from R-15 to LC (5-0)
• Approved August 17, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee

The Fort Mill Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from its September 7, 2021 meeting and discuss a grant application from the Fort Mill History Museum. The committee advises on the allocation of accommodations tax funds.

• Grant application from Fort Mill History Museum
• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2021 meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request from True Homes LLC for 233/235 Makayla Court, allowing reduced side and rear yard setbacks for a principal structure. The board voted 4-0 on each of the four required criteria and then approved the variance with adjusted figures: 5 feet for the rear setback instead of the requested 5.78 feet, and 6 feet for the side instead of 7 feet. The applicant plans to build a duplex on the last undeveloped lot in the subdivision, which was originally developed under York County regulations and later annexed into the town, creating unbuildable setback rules. The board also approved the February meeting minutes by a 4-0 vote.

• Approved the minutes of the February meeting as submitted by staff, by a 4-0 vote.
• Found that extraordinary and exceptional conditions exist for the property at 233/235 Makayla Court, by a 4-0 vote.
• Found that the conditions do not generally apply to other property in the vicinity, by a 4-0 vote.
• Found that the ordinance would effectively prohibit or unreasonably restrict utilization of the property, by a 4-0 vote.
• Found that the variance would not be a substantial detriment to adjacent property or the public good, nor harm the character of the district, by a 4-0 vote.
• Approved the variance request for True Homes LLC with adjusted setbacks: 5 feet rear (instead of 5.78) and 6 feet side (instead of 7), by a 4-0 vote.

Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee

The Fort Mill Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee will meet to consider a grant application from the Fort Mill History Museum. The application was deferred from the September 7 meeting due to lack of quorum after a member recused herself. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Grant application from Fort Mill History Museum
• Deferred vote from Sept. 7 due to no quorum
• Previous grants: $33,458.50 to Ann Springs Close Greenway, $8,120.00 to Town of Fort Mill

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will consider two requests from Kuester Commercial Real Estate for properties at 219 and 221 Main Street: a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior refurbishment and a preliminary Bailey Bill certification. The board will also approve minutes from the July 13, 2021 meeting. Staff recommends approval of the COA.

• COA request for exterior refurbishment of 219 & 221 Main St., including brick restoration, new clad wood windows, retractable awnings, and new TPO roofs
• Bailey Bill preliminary certification request for 219 & 221 Main St.
• Approval of minutes from July 13, 2021 HRB meeting
• Properties are in the Historic Preservation District and listed on the National Register of Historic Places

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior improvements at 219 and 221 Main Street, with conditions that no glass be used in handrails, handrails match the style of nearby historic buildings, and the original brick demising wall remain unpainted. The board also approved preliminary Bailey Bill certification for the project, which will include interior renovations and is expected to cost $2.7 million.

• Approved COA for 219 & 221 Main Street with conditions (6-0)
• Approved preliminary Bailey Bill certification for 219 & 221 Main Street (6-0)
• Approved minutes from July 13, 2021 meeting (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a regular meeting with several second-reading votes on the Crossroads Development Partners project, including a rezoning, annexation, and a development agreement for about 115 acres on Fort Mill Parkway. The council will also hold first readings and public hearings on the FY 2021-2022 budget and millage ordinances, and consider a traffic signal at York Southern Road and Old Nation Road. The agenda includes a proclamation for Constitution Week and an executive session on contract negotiations with Crossroads Development Partners.

• Second reading: Rezoning 78.26 acres (TM 020-17-01-064, 065) from PND to MXU for Crossroads Development Partners
• Second reading: Annexation of ~36.71 acres on Fort Mill Parkway and off Haire Road
• Second reading and public hearing: Development agreement with Crossroads Development Partners for ~114.97 acres
• First reading and public hearing: FY 2021-2022 budget ordinance
• First reading and public hearing: FY 2021-2022 millage ordinance

The Town Council approved second readings for the Crossroads Development rezoning, comprehensive plan amendment, development agreement, and annexation, all by 5-0 votes. It also approved the FY 2021-2022 budget and millage ordinances on first reading, and authorized a traffic signal at York Southern Road and Old Nation Road (4-1). The council approved the sale of property at 215 Main Street and designated representatives for ARPA funds.

• Approved second reading of rezoning for Crossroads Development (PND to MXU) for tax map numbers 020-17-01-064 and 020-17-01-065 (5-0).
• Approved amendment to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map (5-0).
• Approved development agreement with Crossroads Development Partners, LLC for ~114.97 acres on Fort Mill Parkway (5-0).
• Approved annexation of ~36.71 acres on Fort Mill Parkway and off Haire Road (5-0).
• Approved ordinance authorizing sale of real property at 215 Main Street (5-0).
• Approved first reading of FY 2021-2022 budget ordinance (5-0).
• Approved first reading of millage ordinance for FY 2021-2022 (5-0).
• Approved resolution designating ARPA authorized representative and contact person (5-0).

Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee

The Fort Mill Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss grant applications from three local organizations. The committee will review requests from Ann Springs Close Greenway, Fort Mill History Museum, and the Town of Fort Mill. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; it is an information and discussion item.

• Grant application: Ann Springs Close Greenway
• Grant application: Fort Mill History Museum
• Grant application: Town of Fort Mill

The Fort Mill Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee approved two grant applications: $33,458.50 to Ann Springs Close Greenway and $8,120.00 to the Town of Fort Mill, both by unanimous 4-0 votes. The Fort Mill History Museum application was deferred to a future meeting because a member recused herself, leaving no quorum to vote. The committee also discussed the museum's tourist data and requested zip code information for review.

• Approved $33,458.50 grant to Ann Springs Close Greenway (4-0)
• Approved $8,120.00 grant to Town of Fort Mill (4-0)
• Deferred Fort Mill History Museum grant application due to lack of quorum

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is reviewing several items related to a large-scale development by Crossroads Development Partners, LLC. These include first readings for rezoning 78 acres to mixed-use, amending the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and establishing a development agreement for approximately 115 acres on Fort Mill Parkway.

• First Reading: Rezoning 78.26 acres from PND to MXU at North Dobys Bridge Road and Williams Road
• First Reading: Amendment to the Town of Fort Mill 2040 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map
• First Reading: Development Agreement for approximately 114.97 acres on Fort Mill Parkway
• Second Reading: Annexation of approximately 36.71 acres on Fort Mill Parkway and Haire Road
• Presentation: Plans for the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemoration

The Fort Mill Town Council approved first readings for three items related to the Crossroads Development Partners project: a rezoning from PND to MXU for two tax map numbers, an amendment to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Map, and a development agreement for approximately 114.97 acres on Fort Mill Parkway. The council also deferred the second reading of the annexation request for the same project to the September 13 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a 9/11 commemoration presentation and a capital projects update.

• Approved first reading of rezoning for tax maps 020-17-01-064 and 020-17-01-065 from PND to MXU (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Comprehensive Plan amendment to Future Land Use Map (6-0)
• Approved first reading of development agreement with Crossroads Development Partners for ~114.97 acres on Fort Mill Parkway (6-0)
• Deferred second reading of annexation for ~36.71 acres to September 13 meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes of August 9, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council scheduled a budget workshop for August 19, 2021. The meeting was designated for the discussion of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget.

• Discussion of FY 2021-2022 Budget

The Fort Mill Town Council met for a budget workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 budget. No formal votes or decisions were taken during the session, which was purely informational. The meeting adjourned with a motion passed 5-0.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission approved an amendment to the Massey Phase III preliminary plat, which modifies the amenity area and trail design. The decision includes requirements for additional parking along Marquis Hills Drive and a functional trail providing access to the Catawba River.

• Approved preliminary plat revision for Massey Phase III involving new parking and trail designs
• Requirement for five additional parallel parking spaces along Marquis Hills Drive and adjacent to Park 6
• Mandated a minimum five-foot wide improved trail design facilitating access to the Catawba River
• Discussion of text amendment request regarding temporary signage and pole signage regulations

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved commercial appearance review for three proposed buildings at Arden Mill Commercial West, with conditions allowing staff to approve minor modifications, limiting impervious surface where possible, and considering sidewalk connections from the Parkway. The vote was 6-0. The exact building uses are undetermined but will include restaurants, offices, and retail.

• Approved commercial appearance review for Arden Mill Commercial West (6-0)
• Approved minutes from July 20, 2021 meeting (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a second reading of an annexation ordinance for a 36.71-acre property on Fort Mill Parkway and Haire Road, proposed for mixed-use development. The council will also consider a zoning text amendment to delete pole signage, a resolution for an End of Summer Beach Bash at Walter Elisha Park, and a first reading to sell property at 215 Main Street. Executive sessions are scheduled for contract negotiations and legal advice.

• Second reading: Annexation of 36.71 acres (Tax Map 738-00-00-059, etc.) on Fort Mill Parkway and Haire Road, proposed zoning MXU
• First reading: Zoning ordinance amendment to delete pole signage and amend temporary sign rules
• Resolution: End of Summer Beach Bash & Amphitheater Grand Opening at Walter Elisha Park, 345 N. White Street, Sept. 18, 2021, allowing alcohol, live music, and fireworks
• First reading: Ordinance authorizing sale of real property at 215 Main Street
• Executive session: Negotiations with Crossroads Development Partners, LLC and legal advice on a potential claim

The Fort Mill Town Council approved a resolution allowing alcohol, live music, and fireworks at Walter Elisha Park for the September 18 End of Summer Bash, and approved the first reading of an ordinance authorizing the sale of 215 Main Street. The council deferred the Crossroads Development Partners annexation ordinance to August 23 and deferred a zoning ordinance amendment on signage to September 27. Brian Zachary was sworn in as the new Police Chief.

• Approved resolution for End of Summer Bash at Walter Elisha Park with alcohol, live music, and fireworks (6-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance authorizing sale of 215 Main Street (6-0)
• Deferred annexation ordinance for Crossroads Development Partners to August 23 (6-0)
• Deferred zoning ordinance amendment on signage to September 27 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 26, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Swore in Brian Zachary as Police Chief

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is meeting to consider second reading of an ordinance annexing about 36.71 acres on Fort Mill Parkway and Haire Road, a resolution to allow alcohol sales and consumption on Main Street during weekend closures from July 30 to August 29, and a proclamation honoring the All-Star Dixie Youth Baseball team. The council will also discuss a Main Street closure plan with downtown merchants and may enter executive session for negotiations with Crossroads Development Partners.

• Second reading: annexation of 36.71 acres (York County Tax Map 738-00-00-059, portion of 738-00-00-094, 738-00-00-077, 738-00-00-046) on Fort Mill Parkway and Haire Road
• Resolution to allow alcohol sales/consumption on Main Street (Tom Hall to Confederate) weekends only, July 30–August 29, 2021
• Proclamation for Fort Mill All-Star Dixie Youth Baseball Team Week (August 7–11)
• Main Street closure plan presentation for downtown merchants
• Executive session: negotiations with Crossroads Development Partners, LLC

The Fort Mill Town Council approved a resolution allowing alcohol sales, possession, and consumption on Main Street (Tom Hall Street to Confederate Street) on weekends from July 30 to August 29, 2021, in conjunction with street closure plans. The council also deferred a second reading of an annexation ordinance for properties on Fort Mill Parkway and Haire Road to the August 9 meeting. No votes or actions were taken during executive session.

• Approved resolution for weekend alcohol sales on Main Street (5-0)
• Deferred second reading of annexation ordinance to August 9 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 12, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Entered executive session for contract negotiations (6-0)
• Exited executive session with no action taken (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request to amend the town's zoning ordinance regarding signs, a revised preliminary plat for Massey Phase III, and a commercial appearance review for a landscape supply company. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the June 15, 2021, session.

• Text amendment to delete pole signage and update temporary signage requirements
• Commercial appearance review for a landscape supply company at 1544 Sam Smith Road
• Revised Preliminary Plat review for Massey Phase III by EHC Homes, LP
• Approval of June 15, 2021, meeting minutes

The Fort Mill Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a text amendment to the zoning ordinance that would ban pole signs, add feather flags to the prohibited list, and tighten rules on temporary and real estate signs. The recommendation includes a condition to clarify that durable materials must be approved by the town. The amendment now goes to Town Council for a public hearing and two readings.

• Approved the June 15, 2021 meeting minutes with conditions by a 5-0 vote.
• Granted commercial appearance review approval for a landscape supply company, with conditions for the landscape plan and staff ability to approve minor modifications, by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved the Massey Phase III preliminary plat revision with conditions, including five additional parallel parking spaces along Marquis Hills Drive and an improved trail to the Catawba River, by a 5-0 vote.
• Recommended approval of the sign text amendment to Town Council, with added language on durable materials, by a 5-0 vote.

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness request for 223 Main Street, proposing to replace awning fabric, add window signage, and change a projecting sign. Staff recommends approval with a condition that window/door signage be text-only without a gray background. The board will also approve minutes from the May 11, 2021 meeting.

• COA request for 223 Main Street: awning fabric replacement, window signage, projecting sign color/text change
• Staff recommends approval with condition: window/door signage text-only, no gray background
• Proposed projecting sign is 11.97 sq ft, within 12 sq ft limit
• Awning fabric color 'Seaside 320556' noted as not solid, a guideline deviation
• Approval of May 11, 2021 meeting minutes

The Historic Review Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 223 Main Street, allowing replacement of awning fabric, addition of window signage, and changes to a projecting sign's color and text. The approval was conditioned on using the existing rear awning frame rather than installing a new frame and center window. The motion passed 5-0.

• Approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for 223 Main Street as presented, with a condition that the existing rear awning frame be used for new fabric.
• Approved the minutes from the May 11, 2021 meeting as presented by a 5-0 vote.

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding first readings and public hearings on several development items, including the long-deferred annexation of the Adkins property at Pleasant and Whitley Roads, a related mixed-use concept plan, and a large Crossroads Development Partners annexation, rezoning, and development agreement. The council will also consider appointing two new code enforcement officers.

• First reading: annexation of 7.30 acres at Pleasant Road and Whitley Road (Tax Map 653-00-00-210) to MXU zoning
• First reading: Mixed-Use Concept Plan and Development Conditions for Pleasant/Whitley MXU Project
• First reading and public hearing: annexation of ~36.71 acres on Fort Mill Parkway and off Haire Road (Crossroads Development Partners)
• First reading and public hearing: rezoning of two parcels from PND to MXU (Crossroads Development Partners)
• First reading and public hearing: development agreement with Crossroads Development Partners for ~114.97 acres on Fort Mill Parkway

The Fort Mill Town Council voted 2-4 to reject first reading of an ordinance annexing 7.30 acres at Pleasant and Whitley Roads, and voted 0-6 against adopting the associated mixed-use concept plan. The council also failed to approve first readings for a rezoning to mixed-use, a comprehensive plan amendment, and a development agreement for the Crossroads project, each failing 3-3. The council did approve first reading of the Crossroads annexation (4-2) and appointed two code enforcement officers.

• Rejected first reading of annexation for 7.30 acres at Pleasant and Whitley Roads (failed 2-4).
• Rejected first reading of mixed-use concept plan for Pleasant/Whitley project (failed 0-6).
• Approved first reading of annexation for Crossroads Development Partners, LLC (passed 4-2).
• Rejected first reading of rezoning from PND to MXU for Crossroads properties (failed 3-3).
• Rejected first reading of amendment to 2040 Comprehensive Plan (failed 3-3).
• Rejected first reading of development agreement with Crossroads Development Partners (failed 3-3).
• Approved resolution appointing Eric Werner as Code Enforcement Officer (passed 6-0).
• Approved resolution appointing Simril Beckham as Code Enforcement Officer (passed 6-0).

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is meeting to consider several action items, including appointing two code enforcement officers, approving a resolution for the 2021 Downtown Jams festival series on Main Street, and discussing a utility connection request for property outside town limits. The council will also receive a capital projects update and hold an executive session to discuss the potential sale of property at 215 Main Street.

• Resolution to appoint Tomarris Jones as Code Enforcement Officer
• Resolution to appoint Christopher Ray as Code Enforcement Officer
• 2021 Downtown Jam Resolution designating Main Street (Tom Hall Street to Academy Street) for festivals on Aug 7, Sep 25, Oct 23, Nov 27 with alcohol consumption and live music
• Utility connection request for property outside Town limits
• Executive session: discussion of potential sale of real property at 215 Main Street

The Fort Mill Town Council approved a resolution designating Main Street (Tom Hall Street to Academy Street) as the site of the 2021 Downtown Jam public festival on four Saturdays (August 7, September 25, October 23, November 27) with specified hours, allowing alcohol consumption and a special event permit for live music. The council also approved the appointment of two new Code Enforcement Officers (Tomarris Jones and Christopher Ray) and a utility connection request for a property on Legion Road outside town limits, with Councilwoman Cook opposing the latter. No public comments were made, and no votes were taken during executive session.

• Approved minutes of June 14, 2021 Town Council Meeting (5-0).
• Approved resolution appointing Tomarris Jones as Code Enforcement Officer (6-0).
• Approved resolution appointing Christopher Ray as Code Enforcement Officer (6-0).
• Approved 2021 Downtown Jam resolution for Main Street festival dates and alcohol consumption (6-0).
• Approved utility connection request for property on Legion Road (5-1, Councilwoman Cook opposed).
• Adjourned meeting at 9:10 am (6-0).

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider several requests from Crossroads Development Partners, including annexing about 36.71 acres on Fort Mill Parkway and off Haire Road, rezoning two parcels from PND to MXU, amending the Future Land Use Map, and entering a development agreement for a 114.97-acre mixed-use project. The commission will also vote on road names for Springfield Town Center Phase II. These are action items, not final approvals; recommendations go to Town Council.

• Annexation of 36.71 acres (Tax Map 738-00-00-059, -094, -077, -046) on Fort Mill Parkway and Haire Road
• Rezoning of Tax Map 020-17-01-064 and -065 from PND to MXU (Mixed-Use Development)
• Development agreement with Crossroads Development Partners for 114.97 acres, including age-restricted housing, retail, medical offices, and assisted living
• Amendment to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map to Mixed Use – Neighborhood
• Road name approval for Springfield Town Center Phase II (10 proposed names)

The Fort Mill Planning Commission recommended approval of the Crossroads development project, including annexation and rezoning, but the motion to amend the Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Map failed on a 3-3 tie. The commission also approved street names for Springfield Town Center Phase II. The development agreement was recommended for approval with conditions, including no gas station or convenience store, sidewalk widths, and tree protection.

• Approved Springfield Town Center Phase II street names as submitted (5-0, Chairman abstained)
• Recommended approval of Crossroads annexation (4-2)
• Recommended approval of Crossroads rezoning to MXU (4-2)
• Failed to recommend Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment (3-3 tie)
• Recommended approval of Crossroads development agreement with conditions (4-2)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold public hearings and first readings on ordinances to annex a 7.30-acre parcel at Pleasant and Whitley Roads and adopt a mixed-use concept plan for a townhome development. The council will also consider reappointing Kyle Hobbs as municipal judge, approving a resolution for the July 3 Independence Day celebration on Main Street, and amending an agreement to fund the Municipal Court Attorney. An executive session is scheduled to discuss negotiations with Crossroads Development Partners.

• Annexation of York County Tax Map 653-00-00-210 (7.30 acres) at Pleasant and Whitley Roads
• Adoption of Mixed-Use Concept Plan for Pleasant/Whitley MXU Project
• Resolution for July 3 celebration on Main Street with alcohol and fireworks
• Reappointment of Kyle Hobbs as Municipal Judge
• Amendment of agreement to fund Municipal Court Attorney for 2021-2022 FY

The Fort Mill Town Council voted 3-2 to defer two ordinances related to the Pleasant/Whitley project to the July 12 meeting: the annexation of 7.30 acres at Pleasant and Whitley Roads, and the adoption of a Mixed-Use Concept Plan. The council also approved a resolution for the 2021 Independence Day Celebration on Main Street, an amendment to fund the Municipal Court Attorney for 2021-2022, and reappointed Kyle Hobbs as Municipal Judge. No public comments were made, and no votes were taken during executive session.

• Deferred annexation ordinance for 7.30 acres at Pleasant/Whitley to July 12 (passed 3-2)
• Deferred Mixed-Use Concept Plan for Pleasant/Whitley to July 12 (passed 3-2)
• Approved resolution for Independence Day festival, alcohol, live music, and fireworks on July 3 (passed 5-0)
• Approved amendment to fund Municipal Court Attorney for 2021-2022 (passed 5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 24, 2021 meeting (passed 5-0)
• Reappointed Kyle Hobbs as Municipal Judge for two-year term ending June 2023
• Entered and exited executive session without taking action

Town Council

The Fort Mill Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss asset review, strategic plan development, project discussions, and funding options. They will also review several facilities including Doby's Bridge Park, Walter Elisha Park, and the Thread Trail. The meeting is a discussion session with no formal votes or decisions listed.

• Asset review
• Strategic Plan Development
• Project Discussion
• Funding Options available for Projects
• Facility reviews: Complex, Doby's Bridge Park, Walter Elisha Park, Thread Trail, Elizabeth Water Access

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold second readings on three ordinances: amending candidate filing deadlines and fees, annexing two parcels totaling about 0.99 acres at 1029 Spratt Street, and adopting a mixed-use concept plan for the Crayton Heritage project. The council will also hear a presentation on the FY 2019 audit and consider a resolution to allow alcohol at summer concerts in Walter Y. Elisha Park.

• Second reading: ordinance to amend Section 14-11 of the Code of Ordinances regarding candidate filing deadlines and fees
• Second reading: ordinance annexing York County Tax Map Numbers 708-00-00-024 and 708-00-00-037 (approx. 0.99 acres) at 1029 Spratt Street
• Second reading: ordinance adopting a Mixed-Use Concept Plan for the Crayton Heritage MXU project
• Resolution designating Walter Y. Elisha Park as a festival site with alcohol consumption on June 19, July 17, and August 21, 2021
• Presentation of FY 2019 audit by David Phillips of Greene Finney, LLP

The Fort Mill Town Council approved three second-reading ordinances: amending candidate filing deadlines and fees, annexing two parcels on Spratt Street, and adopting the Crayton Heritage mixed-use concept plan with enhanced landscaping. They also passed a resolution allowing alcohol and live music at three summer concerts in Walter Y. Elisha Park. All votes were unanimous 6-0.

• Approved second reading of ordinance amending candidate filing deadlines and fees (6-0)
• Approved annexation of two parcels on Spratt Street (6-0)
• Approved Crayton Heritage mixed-use concept plan with enhanced landscaping (6-0)
• Approved resolution for alcohol and live music at summer concerts on June 19, July 17, August 21 (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider three commercial appearance review requests for a medical office building, a landscape supply company, and a general retail building. The agenda also includes approval of the April 20, 2021 minutes. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Commercial appearance review for Tenet Healthcare medical office building at 986 Wellness Way
• Commercial appearance review for SC Hondros and Associates landscape supply at 1544 Sam Smith Road
• Commercial appearance review for Justin Bice general retail at 701 Tom Hall Street

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved a commercial appearance review for a Tenet Healthcare medical office building, with a condition allowing staff to approve minor modifications. They deferred a request for a landscape supply company due to excessive metal paneling, and approved a general retail building with conditions including metal awnings. The April 20, 2021 meeting minutes were approved as amended.

• Approved commercial appearance review for Tenet Healthcare medical office building (6-1)
• Deferred commercial appearance review for SC Hondros and Associates landscape supply company (7-0)
• Approved commercial appearance review for Justin Bice general retail building with conditions (7-0)
• Approved April 20, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (7-0)

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for St. John's United Methodist Church to replace 52 deteriorating windows in its education building at 130 Tom Hall Street. The board previously deferred this request, asking for cost comparisons of vinyl, composite, and wood windows. The meeting also includes approval of the April 13, 2021 minutes.

• COA request for replacement of 52 windows at St. John's United Methodist Church, 130 Tom Hall Street
• Applicant provided cost and material comparisons for vinyl, composite, and wood windows
• Historic district guidelines state vinyl windows are not appropriate
• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2021 meeting

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for replacing windows in the educational building of St. John's United Methodist Church with Pella 250 series windows. The vote was 5-1, with one abstention. The decision followed a deferral from the April meeting to gather more product information.

• Approved COA for Pella 250 replacement windows at St. John's UMC (5-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes from April 13, 2021 meeting (7-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold first readings and public hearings on two annexations and two mixed-use concept plans, including a 7.3-acre property at Pleasant and Whitley Roads for a townhome subdivision. They will also consider amending candidate filing rules and extending remote meeting measures during COVID-19. The meeting includes a recognition of a retiring employee and a discussion on reopening town buildings.

• Annexation of 7.3 acres at Pleasant and Whitley Roads for MXU zoning
• Adoption of Mixed-Use Concept Plan for Pleasant/Whitley MXU project
• Annexation of 0.99 acres at 1029 Spratt Street
• Adoption of Mixed-Use Concept Plan for Crayton Heritage MXU project
• Emergency ordinance extending remote meeting participation during COVID-19

The Fort Mill Town Council deferred two related items—the annexation of about 7.30 acres at Pleasant and Whitley Roads and the Mixed-Use Concept Plan for the Pleasant/Whitley MXU Project—to the June 14 meeting, each by a 5-1 vote with Mayor Savage opposed. The council approved the annexation of about .99 acres at 1029 Spratt Street (6-0) and the Crayton Heritage MXU plan (6-0). It also approved an ordinance amending candidate filing fees and deadlines (6-0), but an emergency ordinance extending electronic meeting measures failed 0-6.

• Deferred Pleasant/Whitley annexation to June 14 (5-1)
• Deferred Pleasant/Whitley MXU plan to June 14 (5-1)
• Approved annexation of .99 acres at 1029 Spratt Street (6-0)
• Approved Crayton Heritage MXU plan (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending candidate filing fees and deadlines (6-0)
• Failed emergency ordinance extending electronic meetings (0-6)
• Approved minutes of April 26, 2021 meeting (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a regular meeting with second reading of a budget amendment for FY 2020-21, reconsideration of tennis court resurfacing at the YMCA, and an update on the I-77 Catawba River Bridge project. No new business items are listed, and no executive session is scheduled.

• Second reading of ordinance to amend FY 2020-21 budget (includes new positions, 3% COLA, $821,672 capital reclassification)
• Reconsideration of resurfacing tennis courts at Fort Mill YMCA at the Complex
• Update on I-77 Catawba River Bridge construction project
• Public comment period for citizens

The Fort Mill Town Council approved a $1,018,325 plan to resurface four tennis courts, add two courts over the half court, and build a restroom at the YMCA complex, plus $45,000 for new lighting and poles. The council also passed a second reading of the FY2020-21 budget amendment and approved the April 12 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Option 2 for YMCA tennis courts: resurface 4 courts, add 2 courts, restroom, plus $45,000 lighting (6-0)
• Approved second reading of FY2020-21 budget amendment (6-0)
• Approved minutes of April 12, 2021 meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission is meeting to review several development items, including a final plat for Nims Village, a commercial appearance review for a brewery, two annexation requests with mixed-use concept plans, and approval of previous meeting minutes. The commission will make recommendations on these items, which will then go to the Town Council for final decisions.

• Final plat review for Nims Village Phase 1, Map 4, submitted by Carolina Surveyors for Pace Development Group
• Commercial appearance review for a brewery building addition at 113 Railroad Avenue, applicant Philip Dressler
• Annexation of ~0.99 acres at 1029 Spratt St. (Duane and Doris Juell) with Crayton Heritage MXU concept plan
• Annexation of ~7.30 acres at Pleasant Road and Whitley Road (William R. Adkins) with Pleasant/Whitley MXU concept plan
• Approval of March 16, 2021 meeting minutes

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved the Nims Village Phase I, Map 4 final plat (7-0), granted commercial appearance review for a new brewery at 113 Railroad Avenue (7-0), recommended approval of the annexation and MXU zoning for 1029 Spratt Street (7-0), and recommended approval of the Pleasant/Whitley annexation and MXU concept plan (7-0). All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Nims Village Phase I, Map 4 final plat (7-0)
• Granted commercial appearance review for Fort Mill Brewery at 113 Railroad Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of annexation of 0.99 acre at 1029 Spratt Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of MXU concept plan for 1029 Spratt Street with conditions (7-0)
• Recommended approval of annexation of 7.30 acres at Pleasant/Whitley (7-0)
• Approved Pleasant/Whitley MXU concept plan with conditions (7-0)

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness requests: St. John's United Methodist Church seeks to replace 52 deteriorating windows with vinyl units at 130 Tom Hall Street, and First Baptist Church Fort Mill requests approval for new playground equipment at 121 Monroe White Street. The board will also approve minutes from its March 9th meeting.

• COA for St. John's United Methodist Church: replace 52 windows with Pella 250 vinyl units at 130 Tom Hall Street
• COA for First Baptist Church Fort Mill: new playground equipment at 121 Monroe White Street
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2021 meeting

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold public hearings on a budget amendment and the annexation of a 194.58-acre property at 2601 S. Dobys Bridge Road, and will vote on a second reading to raise the maximum wrecker service fee to $200. They will also consider a mutual aid agreement for traffic enforcement, resurfacing tennis courts at the YMCA, co-funding a Winthrop service project, and appointments to boards. Presentations cover the 2021 Strawberry Festival, litter programs, and a Bags to Benches program.

• Second reading: ordinance raising max wrecker fee to $200
• First reading/public hearing: budget amendment for FY 2020-21
• First reading/public hearing: annexation of 194.58 acres at 2601 S. Dobys Bridge Road
• Resolution: 16th Circuit Traffic Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement
• Reconsideration of resurfacing tennis courts at Fort Mill YMCA

Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Appointments Committee approved the minutes from its April 1, 2021 meeting and discussed vacancies on the Planning Commission. They reviewed applications and narrowed the field to 5 candidates. Interviews are scheduled for January 10, 2022.

• Approved April 1, 2021 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Selected 5 finalists for Planning Commission vacancies
• Scheduled January 10, 2022 for applicant interviews

Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Appointments Committee will review and select applicants to fill vacancies on the Board of Zoning Appeals, Historic Review Board, and Planning Commission. The committee will also schedule interviews if needed. The meeting includes approval of minutes from June and October 2020.

• Board of Zoning Appeals: 2 vacancies, terms expiring April 14, 2021; 4 eligible applicants
• Historic Review Board: 3 vacancies (2 expired terms, 1 resignation); 17 applicants, all eligible
• Planning Commission: 2 vacancies, terms expiring April 14, 2021; many applicants ineligible due to residency
• Review and selection of applicants for all three boards
• Schedule interview dates if necessary

The Ad Hoc Appointments Committee met and approved minutes from prior meetings. They reviewed board and commission vacancies but did not select applicants. The committee voted to reconvene later to allow more time for review, then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from June 10, 2020 and October 13, 2020 meetings (3-0).
• Reviewed vacancies for Board of Zoning Appeals, Historic Review Board, and Planning Commission.
• Tabled applicant selection and interview scheduling to a later date (3-0).
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0).

Town Council

The Town Council is reviewing a construction contract award for the Banks Athletic Park project and a resolution to seek grants for new sidewalks on Whites Road. The meeting also includes a first reading of an ordinance to increase maximum towing service fees.

• Awarding a $8,123,800 construction contract to Beam Construction Company, Inc. for Banks Athletic Park
• Resolution to apply for transportation grants to build sidewalks on Whites Road with a $100,000 local match commitment
• Ordinance to increase the maximum charge for Town-requested wrecker services from $125 to $200
• Mid-year budget review and update on Walter Y. Elisha Park construction

The Fort Mill Town Council approved a $8,123,800 contract with Beam Construction Company, Inc. for the Banks Athletic Park project, accepting the recommendation of the engineering and architecture firms. The council also approved a $100,000 local match for a sidewalk grant along Whites Road and raised the maximum fee for town-requested wrecker services from $125 to $200. The meeting included a mid-year budget review and an update on the Walter Y. Elisha Park bathrooms, but no public comments were made.

• Approved the minutes of the March 8, 2021 Town Council meeting (7-0).
• Approved a $100,000 commitment as a local match for a Transportation Alternative Program or Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement grant for sidewalks along Whites Road (7-0).
• Approved an ordinance raising the maximum charge for town-requested wrecker services from $125 to $200 (7-0).
• Awarded the contract for the Banks Athletic Park project to Beam Construction Company, Inc. in the amount of $8,123,800, including alternates 1 and 5 (7-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:20 a.m. (7-0).

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request by DR Horton to annex approximately 194.58 acres at 2601 S. Doby's Bridge Road into the town, with a proposed R-10 zoning designation. The property is currently zoned RUD in York County and is intended for a 267-unit single-family subdivision. Staff recommends approval of the annexation, which would require off-site transportation improvements and a school impact fee of $18,158 per house.

• Annexation of 194.58 acres at 2601 S. Doby's Bridge Road (Tax Map 742-00-00-001)
• Proposed zoning change from RUD (York County) to R-10 (Fort Mill)
• Planned 267 single-family homes at 1.37 units per acre
• Traffic impact analysis requires off-site improvements by developer
• School impact fee of $18,158 per house applies to future homes

The Fort Mill Planning Commission voted 4-2 to recommend approval of DR Horton's request to annex 194.58 acres at 2601 S. Doby's Bridge Road with R-10 zoning. The recommendation will go to Town Council for a public hearing on April 12. The project proposes 267 single-family homes, with traffic improvements and over 50% open space. The commission also approved the February 16, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0).

• Approved February 16, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of DR Horton annexation of 194.58 acres with R-10 zoning (4-2)

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board is scheduled to review a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new ground sign at 135 Confederate Street. The agenda also includes the election of a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson and the approval of minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting. The meeting is virtual, with public access available via phone or online request.

• COA request for a new ground sign at 135 Confederate Street (Owner: Tysinger Capital Advisors, LLC)
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new pole-mounted sign at 135 Confederate Street, with conditions limiting its height and allowing future tenant panel changes without new approval. The board also elected officers for 2021 and discussed a potential historic survey.

• Elected Louis Roman as Chairman for 2021 (4-0)
• Elected Megan Brinton as Vice-Chairwoman for 2021 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from December 8, 2020 (5-0)
• Approved COA for sign at 135 Confederate St with height condition (5-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding its regular meeting with a short agenda. They will vote on an emergency ordinance to extend remote participation for council and board members during the COVID-19 emergency, and consider increasing wrecker service rotation fees. There will also be a capital projects update for discussion.

• Emergency ordinance extending electronic meeting participation for council and boards during COVID-19
• Consideration to increase Wrecker Service Rotation Fees
• Capital Projects Update discussion

The Fort Mill Town Council approved an emergency ordinance extending electronic meeting participation for council and board members during the COVID-19 emergency. Council also directed staff to prepare an ordinance raising the maximum towing fee from $125 to $200, to be voted on at a future meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved emergency ordinance extending electronic meeting participation (7-0)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance raising maximum towing fee to $200

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold public hearings and second readings on two ordinances: annexing a 1.66-acre parcel off Vista Road and amending the Pleasant/Vista Mixed Use Concept Plan to include that parcel and add allowable commercial uses. The council will also consider a facade improvement grant for Emmet's Social Table at 100 Main Street.

• Second reading and public hearing: annexation of 1.66 acres off Vista Road (Tax Map 716-00-00-028) to MXU zoning
• Second reading and public hearing: amendment to Pleasant/Vista MXU plan for 158.62 acres at Pleasant and Vista Roads
• Request to approve a facade improvement grant for Emmet's Social Table at 100 Main Street

The Fort Mill Town Council approved the second reading of two ordinances: annexing a 1.66-acre parcel off Vista Road and amending the Pleasant/Vista Mixed Use Concept Plan for a 158.62-acre project. Council also approved a $4,473.70 facade improvement grant for Emmet's Social Table at 100 Main Street. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved second reading of ordinance annexing 1.66 acres off Vista Road (7-0)
• Approved second reading of ordinance amending Pleasant/Vista MXU plan for 158.62 acres (7-0)
• Approved $4,473.70 facade improvement grant for Emmet's Social Table (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider a commercial appearance review request from Chick-fil-A for a building addition at 1600 Highway 160 West. The meeting also includes approval of the January 19, 2021 minutes. The agenda is otherwise limited to this single new business item.

• Commercial appearance review for Chick-fil-A building addition at 1600 Highway 160 West
• Approval of January 19, 2021 meeting minutes

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved a commercial appearance review for a Chick-fil-A addition on Highway 160 W, including dual-lane drive-thru lanes/canopies and dumpster relocation. The approval includes conditions allowing staff to approve minor modifications and to discuss traffic direction concepts with ownership. The vote was 7-0.

• Approved January 19, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Chick-fil-A commercial appearance review with conditions (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance for a detached garage at 102 Howington Circle after failing to meet the required criteria, and approved a reduced side yard setback variance for a principal structure at 319 Pine Street. The minutes also include approval of the January meeting minutes and adjournment.

• Denied variance for detached garage at 102 Howington Circle (1-5)
• Approved variance to reduce side setback to 7 feet at 319 Pine Street (4-2)
• Approved January meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold first readings and public hearings on three annexation ordinances, including two property annexations and an amendment to the Pleasant/Vista Mixed Use Concept Plan. They will also consider a resolution to adopt a 2021 COVID-19 Sick Leave Plan. The agenda includes no presentations or old business items.

• Annexation of 1.66 acres at 2081 Vista Road (Tax Map 716-00-00-028) into MXU zoning
• Annexation of 0.70 acres (Tax Map 709-00-00-057) into town limits
• Amendment to Pleasant/Vista MXU Concept Plan covering 158.62 acres at Pleasant and Vista Roads
• Resolution to adopt 2021 COVID-19 Sick Leave Plan (temporary policy)

The Fort Mill Town Council approved first reading of an annexation for a 1.66-acre parcel off Vista Road and approved an ordinance amending the Pleasant/Vista Mixed Use Project to include that parcel and expand allowable commercial uses. A second annexation of a 0.70-acre parcel was deferred to the next meeting. The council also adopted a temporary COVID-19 sick leave policy extending up to 80 hours of sick time for employees who test positive, valid through March 31, 2021.

• Approved first reading of annexation for 1.66-acre parcel off Vista Road (7-0)
• Deferred first reading of annexation for 0.70-acre parcel (Ward 3)
• Approved ordinance amending Pleasant/Vista MXU project to include 1.66 acres and add allowable commercial uses (7-0)
• Adopted 2021 COVID-19 Sick Leave Plan temporary policy (7-0)
• Approved minutes of January 25, 2021 meeting (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council approved an ordinance amending Chapter 4, Article I, Section 4-4 to rename the section to 'Swine, chickens, and other fowl' and update regulations on keeping swine. The vote was 6-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included a presentation on the 2021 Strawberry Festival and updates on capital projects and the farmers market.

• Approved ordinance amending swine regulations (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 11, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied Mark Case's variance request for an accessory building at 125 W. Gregg Street. The denial followed a 3-3 vote on the final motion to grant the variance, after the board split on several required criteria. The board also elected Jim Thomas as chair and Becky Campbell as vice-chair for 2020, and approved the October meeting minutes.

• Elected Jim Thomas as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Becky Campbell as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Approved October meeting minutes (6-0)
• Denied variance request for 125 W. Gregg Street (3-3 vote, motion failed)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a large-scale amendment and rezoning request for the 158.62-acre Pleasant/Vista MXU Project at the intersection of Pleasant Road and Vista Road. The agenda also includes requests for two annexations and a commercial appearance review for a new church.

• Rezoning/Amendment: Pleasant/Vista MXU Project involving 158.62 acres
• Annexation: Approximately 0.70 acres off Tom Hall Street
• Annexation: Approximately 1.66 acres located off Vista Road
• Commercial Appearance Review: New Eternal Church at the end of O’Henry Road
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved commercial appearance review for a new 24,000 sq. ft. church at the end of O'Henry Road, with conditions on signage and minor modifications. It also approved two annexation requests: a .70-acre parcel off Tom Hall Street (rezoned to HC with Tom Hall Overlay) and a 1.66-acre parcel at 2081 Vista Road (zoned MXU). The commission approved an amendment to the Pleasant/Vista MXU Concept Plan and Development Conditions, adding a list of permissible commercial uses and the 1.66-acre parcel, with conditions to delete 'Warehouse' from the use list and remove a sentence about model homes. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved commercial appearance review for Eternal Church (6-0)
• Approved annexation and HC rezoning of .70-acre parcel off Tom Hall Street (6-0)
• Approved annexation and MXU zoning of 1.66-acre parcel at 2081 Vista Road (6-0)
• Approved Pleasant/Vista MXU amendment with conditions (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will consider two new business items: an emergency ordinance to extend electronic participation for council and board members during the COVID-19 emergency, and an ordinance updating regulations on keeping swine, chickens, and other fowl. The council will also discuss MLK Call to Service Day, the Detective Mike Doty Memorial Run, recreational programs, and capital projects. No old business or executive session items are listed.

• Emergency ordinance extending electronic meeting participation through at least March 26, 2021
• Ordinance renaming Section 4-4 to 'Swine, chickens, and other fowl' and updating swine keeping rules
• Discussion of MLK Call to Service Day
• Discussion of Detective Mike Doty Memorial Run
• Capital projects update

The Fort Mill Town Council approved an emergency ordinance extending electronic meeting participation for council and board members through the COVID-19 emergency, and approved an ordinance updating swine regulations to prohibit new swine, hogs, or pigs within town limits while not affecting existing animals. Both measures passed unanimously 6-0. The meeting also included informational updates on community events and capital projects, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved emergency ordinance extending electronic meeting participation (6-0)
• Approved ordinance updating swine regulations, banning new swine within town limits (6-0)
• Approved minutes of December 14, 2020 meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:07 p.m. (6-0)