Fountain Inn public meetings in 2023
41 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will review previous minutes and approve existing decisions and orders. There are no new cases or new business items listed for this month's meeting.
- Approval of November 20, 2023 Meeting Minutes
- Approval of Decision & Order PB-2023-007
- Approval of Decision & Order PB-2023-008
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to amend the City of Fountain Inn Master Plan 2017. This amendment would update the document to the City of Fountain Inn INNvision Comprehensive Plan 2023.
- Amendment to update the City of Fountain Inn Master Plan 2017 to the INNvision Comprehensive Plan 2023 (PZ-2023-015)
- Approval of minutes from the November 2, 2023, Planning Commission meeting
City Council
The City Council will elect a Mayor Pro Tempore and approve Board of Zoning Appeals appointments. The meeting includes second and final readings for a zoning amendment at 407 North Main Street and a development agreement related to Ellison Mills.
- Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
- Board of Zoning Appeals appointments for various wards
- Second reading of zoning ordinance Z 2023-7 for 407 North Main Street
- Second reading of Ordinance 2023-14 regarding Ellison Mills development and city parking lease
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review two requests for use by special exception. These items involve properties located at 812 Hellams Street and 608 Fairview Street.
- Use by Special Exception: 812 Hellams Street
- Use by Special Exception: 608 Fairview Street
City Council
The City Council will review a second reading of the Business License Ordinance and a first reading for a zoning amendment at 407 North Main Street. Additionally, the council may authorize a memorandum of understanding for the Police Department and an agreement with Stewart Cooper Newell Architects.
- Second and final reading of Ordinance 2023-13 regarding the Business License Ordinance
- First reading of Z 2023-7 to amend the zoning map for 407 North Main Street
- Memorandum of Understanding between ATF and Fountain Inn Police Department
- Agreement with Stewart Cooper Newell Architects for Fire Station Three and Training Facility
- Planning and Development Director and Planning Commission appointments
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plan for Barton Hollow at Highway 418 and Greenpond Road. The commission will also review a request to rezone 407 North Main Street from R-15 to a Planned Office District.
- Preliminary Plan for Barton Hollow at Highway 418 and Greenpond Road
- Rezoning request for 407 North Main Street from R-15 to POD (Planned Office District)
City Council
The City Council will conduct second and final readings of ordinances regarding special property tax assessments and zoning commission structures. The meeting also includes a first reading for business license updates and a resolution regarding water quality funding.
- Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2023-10 (Special Property Tax Assessment)
- Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2023-11 (Planning Commission zoning amendment)
- Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2023-12 (Board of Zoning Appeals amendment)
- First Reading of Ordinance 2023-13 (Business License class schedule update)
- First and Final Reading of Resolution 2023-12 (South Carolina Water Quality Revolving Fund loan application)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plan for the Barton Hollow project located at Highway 418 and Greenpond Road. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 7, 2023, meeting.
- Preliminary Plan for Barton Hollow (Highway 418 and Greenpond Road)
- Approval of September 7, 2023, meeting minutes
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a variance request for the property located at 406 North Weston Street. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the August 7, 2023 meeting.
- Variance request for 406 North Weston Street (PB-2023-006)
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding industrial district uses, property tax assessments, and the Planning Commission. The meeting also includes appointments for recreation and public works leadership.
- Second and final reading of Ordinance Z 2023-6 regarding industrial district permitted uses
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-10 regarding special property tax assessments
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-11 regarding the Planning Commission
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-12 regarding the Board of Zoning Appeals
- First and final reading of Resolution 2023-11 certifying an abandoned textile mill site
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Commission will review the Final Development Plan for Barton Hollow. The meeting also includes a major change request for a planned development and preliminary plans for two subdivisions.
- Final Development Plan for Barton Hollow at Highway 418 and Greenpond Road
- Planned Development major change at Fairview St and Diamond Tip Blvd
- Preliminary Plan for Dylan Roberts Subdivision on Hellams Street
- Preliminary Plan for Fountainside Trail on Speedway Drive
City Council
The City Council will vote on resolutions regarding a natural gas purchase from Patriots Energy Group financing authority and tax agreements for Project Irish. The Council may also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters and property negotiations.
- Resolution 2023-9: Natural gas purchase from Patriots Energy Group financing authority
- Resolution 2023-10: Requesting Greenville County approval for Project Irish tax agreements
- Executive session discussion on personnel matters
- Executive session discussion on property negotiations
- Executive session discussion regarding Project Irish
City Council
The City Council will review a first reading of Ordinance Z 2023-6 regarding industrial district uses. The Council will also consider the first and final reading of Resolution 2023-8 to provide a local match for an economic development grant. Additionally, council may discuss business expansion projects known as Project Grind and Project Irish in executive session.
- First reading of Ordinance Z 2023-6 regarding industrial district uses
- First and final reading of Resolution 2023-8 for an economic development grant match
- Executive session discussion regarding Project Grind and Project Irish
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Zoning Appeals
This meeting of the Fountain Inn Board of Zoning Appeals consists of procedural items. The board will review the July 17, 2023, meeting minutes and consider the approval of decision and order PB-2023-004.
- Approval of July 17, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of decision and order PB-2023-004
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review the final development plan for Barton Hollow at Highway 418 and Greenpond Road. The meeting also includes a proposed text amendment to the citywide Industrial District zoning regulations.
- Final Development Plan for Barton Hollow (Highway 418 and Greenpond Road)
- Text amendment to City of Fountain Inn Zoning Ordinance (Industrial District)
- Approval of July 6, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council
The Fountain Inn City Council is holding a special called meeting. The council will consider the approval of Patrick Fortenberry for the position of Chief of Police.
- Appointment of Chief of Police, Patrick Fortenberry
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request for a use by special exception and a variance at 601 Fairview Street. The meeting also includes the appointment of a secretary and the approval of previous minutes and decisions.
- Use by Special Exception and Variance request for 601 Fairview Street
- Appointment of Secretary
- Approval of May 15, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approval of decisions FI-2022-001BZA and FI-2023-003BZA
City Council
The City Council will conduct second and final readings for several ordinances regarding zoning setbacks, height requirements, and special property tax assessments. The meeting also includes a presentation on law enforcement accreditation and the introduction of new police staff.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2023-7 regarding zoning setbacks and height requirements
- Second reading of Ordinance 2023-8 for special property tax assessments
- Second reading of Ordinance 2023-9 amending the City Code zoning section
- Rezoning of 303 Fairview Street via Ordinance Z 2023-4
- Presentation on South Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (SCLEA)
City Council
This special called meeting is for the discussion of personnel matters related to the Administration and Police Departments. Council may vote on items discussed during the executive session after reconvening.
- Executive session regarding employment, appointment, compensation, promotion, demotion, discipline, or release of employees in Administration and Police Departments
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a final development plan for Fountainside Trail. The commission will also review a preliminary plan and sidewalk variance request for a property on Hunter Road. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the June 1, 2023, meeting.
- Final Development Plan for Fountainside Trail at Speedway Drive (25.15 acres)
- Preliminary plan approval and sidewalk variance request on Hunter Road (6.78 acres)
- Approval of June 01, 2023, Planning Commission minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget and conduct a final reading to adopt it. The agenda also includes several first readings for various zoning ordinances.
- Public hearing on the FY 2023-2024 proposed budget
- Final reading of Ordinance 2023-6 to adopt the city budget
- Zoning amendments for 303 Fairview Street and 124 Moonplace Road
- Appointment of Kira DeLoache as Finance Director
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-7 regarding zoning setbacks and height requirements
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Fountain Inn Planning Commission will hold public hearings for two rezoning applications. The commission will also review a proposed text amendment regarding citywide setback and height requirements.
- Rezone 303 Fairview Street from Industrial to Commercial district
- Rezone 124 The Moonplace Rd from Industrial to Residential district
- Text amendment for citywide setback and height requirements
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop for the FY 2023-2024 budget and conduct a first reading of Ordinance 2023-6. The council will also enter an executive session to discuss personnel matters related to several city departments.
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-6 to adopt the FY 2023-2024 budget
- FY 2023-2024 Budget Workshop
- Executive session regarding personnel matters in Administration, Finance, Police, Public Works, and Recreation departments
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a request for a sign variance at 200 South Main Street. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April 17, 2023.
- Sign variance request (FI-2023-003) for 200 South Main Street
- Approval of minutes from April 17, 2023
City Council
The City Council will vote on final readings for several zoning ordinances, including properties on Nash Street and Speedway Drive. The council will also consider a new franchise fee for cable service providers and an agreement with SC Local Revenue Services. Additionally, the agenda includes a request to approve a license agreement with PBRT2 Investments, LLC.
- Second reading of zoning ordinance for Nash Street property
- Second reading of zoning ordinance for Fountainside Trail at Speedway Drive
- Ordinance establishing a franchise fee for cable service providers
- Approval of license agreement with PBRT2 Investments, LLC
- Appointment of Martin Lane as Director of Community Relations
City Council
The Fountain Inn City Council is conducting a workshop regarding the FY 2023-2024 budget. No other specific agenda items are listed for this meeting.
- FY 2023-2024 Budget Workshop
Board of Zoning Appeals
The agenda consists only of procedural items and scheduled board training. Michael Kozlarek, City Attorney, and the Appalachian Council of Governments will conduct training sessions.
- Board training with City Attorney Michael Kozlarek
- Board training with Appalachian Council of Governments
City Council
The scheduled FY 2023-2024 Budget Workshop for the Fountain Inn City Council has been cancelled. No substantive items were listed on the agenda beyond procedural matters.
- Cancellation of the FY 2023-2024 Budget Workshop
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a sign variance at 200 South Main Street. The board will also appoint the 2023 Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary.
- Sign variance FI-2023-003 for 200 South Main Street
- Appointment of 2023 BZA Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Appointment of Naomi Reed as BZA Secretary
City Council
The City Council will vote on final readings for new election districts and a franchise agreement with Knology of Charleston, Inc. Additionally, the council will consider several zoning changes and an annexation at Hunter Road-Club Drive.
- Final reading of Ordinance 2023-4 to establish new election districts
- Franchise agreement with Knology of Charleston, Inc.
- Annexation of property at Hunter Road-Club Drive
- Zoning change for Nash Street
- First reading for a cable service provider franchise fee
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two property requests. These include a rezoning to a Flexible Review District and a subdivision of six lots on Hunter Road.
- Rezoning 28.2 acres at Speedway Drive & Quillen Avenue to Flexible Review District
- Subdivision of 6 Flag Pole Lots on 7.4 acres near Hunter Road and Club Drive
- Approval of March 2, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Board of Appeals will consider a variance request from Redhill Properties II, LLC to adjust building setbacks, materials, and elevations to allow for parking. The board will also elect its Chair and Vice Chair for 2023.
- Variance for front and side building setbacks at 303 McCarter Road & 100 Nash Street
- Election of 2023 Board of Appeals Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of December 19, 2022 minutes
Planning Commission
The commission will meet to appoint a 2023 Vice Chair and approve meeting minutes. The agenda also includes public hearings and votes on multiple land-use changes for residential and commercial districts.
- Rezoning request for multifamily residential at Putman Street
- Rezoning request for commercial district at 108 & 110 Nash Street
- Rezoning request for residential district at Hunter Road
- Rezoning request for flexible review district at 407 North Main Street
- SAC Report for 110 Layfayette Avenue
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the GCRA 2023 Annual Action Plan. The meeting also includes final readings for zoning, annexation, and building code amendments.
- Second and final reading of rezoning for ~14.02 acres at Milacron Drive and Greenpond Road
- Second and final reading for property annexation (TMS #0562010102801)
- Second and final reading to amend building codes for South Carolina uniformity
- First and final reading for Fox Hill Business Park Sewer Lift Station approval
- Presentation of the FY22 Audit by Manley Garvin
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the FY 2023 Municipal Budget for the General Operating Fund and Capital Improvement Fund. The meeting also includes a second and final reading of Ordinance 2023-2.
- Public Hearing on FY 2023 Municipal Budget amending the General Operating Fund and Capital Improvement Fund
- Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2023-2
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for 1.15 acres on Putman Street. The commission will also appoint the Chair and Vice Chair for the 2023 Planning Commission.
- Rezoning of 1.15 acres on Putman Street to R-M Residential Multifamily District
- Appointment of the 2023 Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
City Council
The Fountain Inn City Council is holding its annual retreat to conduct a 2022 year in review and a goal setting session. The agenda includes a finance update and discussion of Resolution 2018-004. An executive session is scheduled for discussions regarding proposed contractual arrangements.
- 2022 Year In Review by Shawn Bell
- Goal Setting Session with Jeff Shacker
- Finance Update from Naomi Reed
- Discussion of Resolution 2018-004
- Executive session regarding proposed contractual arrangements
City Council
The Fountain Inn City Council has called a special meeting for an executive session regarding Police Department personnel. The discussion includes employment, compensation, and discipline. Following the session, Council may vote on items discussed.
- Executive session regarding Police Department employment and discipline
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Appeals is scheduled to hold public hearings for two variance requests. These include dimensional requirement changes at 303 McCarter Road and wall signage requirements at 290 McCarter Road.
- Variance request for front and side setbacks at 303 McCarter Road
- Variance request for wall signage requirements at 290 McCarter Road
City Council
The scheduled City Council workshop for January 17, 2023, was cancelled. No items were presented for decision or discussion during this time.
City Council
The City Council will review presentations regarding zoning and annexation for properties at Milacron Drive and Greenpond Road. The agenda also includes an ordinance to update building codes and a police recruitment plan.
- Zoning amendment (Z 2022-10) for 14.02 acres at Milacron Drive and Greenpond Road
- Annexation ordinance (AX 2022-2) for TMS #0562010102801
- Ordinance to update building codes for South Carolina uniformity
- Police Department Recruitment & Retention Action Plan approval