North Myrtle Beach public meetings in 2025

Board of Zoning Appeals

The North Myrtle Beach Board of Zoning Appeals will meet on Dec. 11, 2025, at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The board will consider five applications: a tree‑cut variance, a front‑setback reduction for a carport, a penalty for improper tree removal, a rear‑yard setback variance for a screen enclosure, and front and side‑yard variances for a residential project. Each request seeks a deviation from the current zoning requirements in the indicated districts.

• Variance to cut a tree >24" at 1771 Cenith St (Kyle McCracken).
• Front‑setback reduction for a carport at 1523 Norris Ave, Mobile/Manufactured Home Residential (Anna Coe).
• Penalty determination for improper removal of a 40.5" tree at 510 10th Ave S (David Cook).
• 10‑ft rear‑yard setback variance for a screen enclosure at 2200 Via Palma Dr, Planned Development District (John Russo).
• 15‑ft front‑yard and 10‑ft side‑yard variances for a residential project at 6810 Water Tower Rd, Medium Density Residential (Roger Roy).

The Board approved the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0 vote. It then postponed the BZA‑25‑40 variance application for 6810 Water Tower Road by a 5‑0 vote. No final decision was recorded on the tree‑removal penalty case (BZA‑25‑39).

• Approved November 24 minutes (4-0)
• Postponed BZA-25-40 variance request (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two final subdivision plats for Grande Dunes North and a sketch plan for Harper Valley. The body will also discuss rezoning a parcel at Poinsett Street and 37th Avenue South and two zoning ordinance text amendments.

• SUB-25-60: Final plat for 26 residential lots in Grande Dunes North Phase 10C
• SUB-25-61: Final plat for 28 residential lots in Grande Dunes North Phase 7B
• SUB-25-19: Sketch plan for 41 residential lots at Harper Valley off Tom E. Chestnut Road
• Z-25-15: Rezoning of ±0.33 acres at Poinsett Street and 37th Avenue South from R-2 to Highway Commercial
• ZTX-25-13: Text amendment regarding non-conforming beach cabanas

The commission approved two final subdivision plats (SUB-25-60 and SUB-25-61) and a sketch plan (SUB-25-19). It denied rezoning request Z-25-15 to Highway Commercial. It also approved two zoning ordinance text amendments (ZTX-25-13 and ZTX-25-14) and a minor planned development district amendment (Z-25-18). All votes were unanimous except the minor amendment, which passed 6‑0.

• Approved Final Subdivision Plat SUB-25-60 (26 lots) – vote 7-0
• Approved Final Subdivision Plat SUB-25-61 (28 lots) – vote 7-0
• Approved Sketch Plan SUB-25-19 (41 lots) – vote 7-0
• Denied Rezoning Request Z-25-15 (0.33‑acre parcel) – vote 7-0
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX-25-13 (beach cabana reconstruction) – vote 7-0
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX-25-14 (subdivision and sign revisions) – vote 7-0
• Approved Minor Planned Development District Amendment Z-25-18 (temporary pier sign) – vote 6-0

City Council

The North Myrtle Beach City Council meeting will vote on the 2026 meeting schedule and consider several ordinance items. Items include an amendment to the Parkway Group Planned Development District for Parcel Three of the McDowell Corporate Center, a public hearing on the first amendment to the Bahama Island Phase II development agreement, a rezoning request for approximately 8.32 acres on Ye Olde Kings Highway, and a first reading of an amendment to the Lauret Associates Tract development agreement (postponed). The council will also address unfinished business on mural revisions to Chapter 23 of the zoning code.

• Motion to approve the 2026 City Council meeting schedule
• Ordinance first reading: amendment to Parkway Group Planned Development District, revising Parcel Three of the McDowell Corporate Center
• Second public hearing: first amendment to the Amended and Restated Development Agreement for Bahama Island Phase II
• Ordinance first reading: rezoning request for ±8.32 acres on Ye Olde Kings Highway
• Ordinance first reading: first amendment to the Lauret Associates Tract Development Agreement (postponed)

The council voted 5-0 to adopt an amendment to Chapter 23 of the zoning code that revises rules for murals. It also approved the 2026 council meeting schedule, a planned development district amendment for the McDowell Corporate Center, and a first amendment to the Bahama Island Phase II development agreement authorizing the city manager to sign. Three separate amendment requests were postponed, including a rezoning on Ye Olde Kings Highway and two amendments for the Lauret Associates Tract. The council entered an executive session to discuss Public Arts Commission appointments and adjourned at 7:15 PM.

• Approved amendment to Chapter 23 Zoning revising murals (5-0)
• Approved 2026 City Council meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Parkway Group Planned Development District, Parcel Three of McDowell Corporate Center (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Bahama Island Phase II Development Agreement and authorized City Manager to sign (5-0)
• Postponed rezoning request for ~8.32 acres on Ye Olde Kings Highway (5-0)
• Postponed First Amendment to Development Agreement for Lauret Associates Tract (second public hearing) (5-0)
• Postponed First Amendment to Lauret Associates Tract Development Agreement and authorization to sign (5-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss potential Public Arts Commission appointments (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider four applications. Two requests seek variances to modify tree or yard setbacks at specific addresses. One request asks for a reduction of a front setback for a carport. Another request seeks a penalty determination for an improperly removed tree.

• BZA-25-26: Kyle McCracken requests a variance to cut a tree exceeding 24" at 1771 Cenith Street.
• BZA-25-38: Anna Coe requests a reduction of the front setback for a carport at 1523 Norris Avenue, Mobile/Manufactured Home Residential, R-3 District.
• BZA-25-39: David Cook requests a penalty determination for the improper removal of a 40.5" tree at 510 10th Avenue South.
• BZA-25-30: John Russo requests a 10‑foot variance of the rear yard setback for a screen enclosure at 2200 Via Palma Drive, Planned Development District.

The Board approved the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting (6‑0). It approved variance BZA‑25‑26 allowing a tree cut at 1771 Cenith Street (6‑0), postponed variance BZA‑25‑39 to the next meeting (6‑0), and withdrew variances BZA‑25‑30 and BZA‑25‑38 at the applicants' requests (each 6‑0). The meeting was adjourned at 5:27 PM.

• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved BZA‑25‑26 tree‑cut variance at 1771 Cenith St (6‑0)
• Postponed BZA‑25‑39 variance to next meeting (6‑0)
• Withdrawn BZA‑25‑30 variance request (6‑0)
• Withdrawn BZA‑25‑38 variance request (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (6‑0)

Planning Commission

The Board of Zoning Appeals and Planning Commission will meet for a joint workshop to fulfill state training requirements on land use and development topics. The session is an informal learning opportunity for appointed officials.

• Joint workshop for BZA and Planning Commission members
• Continuing education on land use and development topics
• Informal learning session for appointed officials

Recreation Commission

The North Myrtle Beach Recreation Commission will hear a monthly Parks and Recreation report, a director’s report, and a review of special events and programs presented by the Special Events Manager. The meeting also includes a public comment period limited to 30 minutes total, with each speaker allowed up to 3 minutes. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment period limited to 30 minutes total, 3 minutes per speaker
• Parks and Recreation Monthly Report
• Special Events and Program Review presented by Angel Sylvester
• Director’s Report presented by Matt Gibbons
• Announcements by Recreation Commission members

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the September 2025 meeting, with all members in favor. No other motions were adopted, denied, or postponed during the session. The board noted upcoming topics such as budget planning and capital project ideas for future meetings.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an amendment to Chapter 23 of the zoning code. The amendment would revise rules for murals with commercial content, for non‑commercial signs, and for signs in subdivisions with more than ten lots. This discussion occurs in a workshop, which is not a public hearing and does not require public input.

• Amendment to Chapter 23 (Zoning) to revise regulations on commercial murals, non‑commercial signs, and subdivision signs (>10 lots)

The council held a workshop to discuss an amendment to Chapter 23 of the city’s sign ordinance, covering murals, commercial content, and subdivision signs. After discussion, council members agreed to move forward with the proposed changes to the ordinance. No vote tally was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved proceeding with the proposed sign ordinance amendment (vote not recorded)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The North Myrtle Beach Board of Zoning Appeals will consider four applications. These include a variance to cut a tree at 1771 Cenith Street, a front‑setback reduction for a carport at 1523 Norris Avenue, a penalty determination for the removal of a 40.5‑inch tree at 510 10th Avenue South, and a rear‑yard setback variance for a screen enclosure at 2200 Via Palma Drive.

• Variance to cut a tree exceeding 24" at 1771 Cenith Street (Applicant: Kyle McCracken)
• Front‑setback reduction for a carport at 1523 Norris Avenue in the Mobile/Manufactured Home Residential, R‑3 District (Applicant: Anna Coe)
• Penalty determination for improper removal of a 40.5" tree at 510 10th Avenue South (Applicant: David Cook)
• Rear‑yard setback variance for a screen enclosure at 2200 Via Palma Drive in the Planned Development District (Applicant: John Russo)

Planning Commission

The Board of Zoning Appeals and Planning Commission will meet for a joint workshop focused on land use and development. The session serves as required continuing education for appointed officials.

• Joint workshop for BZA and Planning Commission members
• Informal learning session on land use and development
• Required continuing education for appointed officials

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals and the Planning Commission are holding a joint workshop on November 12, 2025 at 1018 2nd Avenue South. The session provides required continuing education on land use and development topics. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch and engage in informal learning to meet state training requirements.

• Joint workshop for required continuing education on land use and development
• Informal learning session with lunch encouraged

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold the first of two public hearings on the proposed First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Development Agreement for Bahama Island Phase II, which would revise height limitations for single‑family residential units. The commission will also consider a major amendment to the Parkway Group Planned Development District (Z‑25‑17) at the McDowell Corporate Center. Additional items on the agenda include approval of the final subdivision plat SUB‑25‑55 for SeaChase Pointe and discussion of several preliminary subdivision plats.

• Final Subdivision Plat SUB‑25‑55: 48 residential lots, open space, and public right‑of‑way in Phase Three of SeaChase Pointe
• Major Planned Development District Amendment Z‑25‑17: revision of parcel three at the McDowell Corporate Center
• First public hearing on First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Development Agreement for Bahama Island Phase II (height limit changes)
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat SUB‑25‑34: 204 residential lots and public rights‑of‑way in Phase Three of the Lauret Tract (Marshfield)
• Rezoning request Z‑25‑15 (0.33‑acre parcel at corner of Poinsett St and 37th Ave S) postponed

The commission approved the Final Subdivision Plat SUB-25-55 and the Preliminary Subdivision Plats SUB-25-33 and SUB-25-34 (the latter with a condition). It postponed the Sketch Plan SUB-25-19 and the Rezoning Request Z-25-15. It also approved the Major Planned Development District Amendment Z-25-17. All motions passed unanimously (7-0).

• Approved Final Subdivision Plat SUB-25-55 (7-0)
• Postponed Sketch Plan SUB-25-19 (7-0)
• Postponed Rezoning Request Z-25-15 (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat SUB-25-33 (7-0)
• Approved Major Planned Development District Amendment Z-25-17 (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat SUB-25-34 with condition (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold second readings on ordinances regarding beach cabanas and the Gator Hole Planned Development District. They will also consider a first reading for an ordinance revising murals. Staff has requested to postpone items regarding the Lauret Associates Tract.

• Second reading: Amendment to Gator Hole Planned Development District (PDD) revising Walmart
• Second reading: Amendments to Chapter 23, Zoning, to remove beach cabanas
• First reading: Amendments to Chapter 23, Zoning, revising murals
• Resolution: 15th Judicial Circuit Traffic Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement
• Public hearing: First Amendment to the Development Agreement for the Lauret Associates Tract (staff requested postponement)

The City Council approved the minutes from the October 20 meeting, the 15th Judicial Circuit Traffic Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement, and an amendment to the Gator Hole Planned Development District revising Walmart. It voted to postpone three zoning-related amendments—removing beach cabanas, a development agreement for the Lauret Associates Tract, and mural revisions—to future meetings or a workshop. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes for Oct 20, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Approved 15th Judicial Circuit Traffic Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Gator Hole Planned Development District revising Walmart (6-0)
• Postponed amendment to Chapter 23 zoning removing beach cabanas to Jan 2026 meeting (6-0)
• Postponed First Amendment to Lauret Associates Tract Development Agreement (6-0)
• Postponed amendment authorizing City Manager to sign Lauret Associates Tract agreement (6-0)
• Postponed amendment to Chapter 23 zoning revising murals to workshop on Nov 13, 2025 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The North Myrtle Beach Planning Commission will vote on the major final bonded plat SUB-25-52 for Hope Pointe Phase 2, which creates 33 residential lots, open space and a public right‑of‑way. The applicant, Hope Pointe LLC, will provide a subdivision bond of $724,667.22 as a financial guarantee for required improvements. The agenda also includes a postponed sketch plan for a 41‑lot subdivision at Harper Valley (SUB-25-19) and a postponed rezoning request (Z-25-15) for a 0.33‑acre parcel at Poinsett Street and 37th Avenue South. A new preliminary plat (SUB-25-33) for 127 lots in Dockside Preserve (Bahama Island) is also listed.

• Final Subdivision Plat SUB-25-52 – 33 residential lots, open space, public right‑of‑way in Hope Pointe Phase 2; bond $724,667.22; fee $640.00 paid
• Sketch Plan SUB-25-19 – 41 residential lots at Harper Valley off Tom E. Chestnut Road; applicant requested postponement
• Rezoning Request Z-25-15 – 0.33‑acre parcel at corner of Poinsett St and 37th Ave S, from R‑2 to Highway Commercial; applicant requested postponement
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat SUB-25-33 – 127 residential lots, common area, rights‑of‑way in Dockside Preserve (Bahama Island)
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 7, 2025

The commission approved the final subdivision plat SUB‑25‑52, creating 33 residential lots in Phase Two of Hope Pointe. It postponed the sketch plan SUB‑25‑19, the rezoning request Z‑25‑15, and the preliminary subdivision plat SUB‑25‑33. All postponement motions passed unanimously 5‑0. The meeting was adjourned at 5:33 PM.

• Approved Final Subdivision Plat SUB‑25‑52 (5‑0)
• Postponed Sketch Plan SUB‑25‑19 (5‑0)
• Postponed Rezoning Request Z‑25‑15 (5‑0)
• Postponed Preliminary Subdivision Plat SUB‑25‑33 (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

City Council

The council will take a second reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 7 Business License Schedule as required by Act 176 of 2020. It will also take a second reading to approve a ground lease agreement with Dargan Construction for city land at 3601 Lake Drive. Several first‑reading zoning proposals—including a Gator Hole PDD amendment affecting Walmart, removal of beach cabana houses, and creation of conservation and estate‑lot districts—will be considered, with some items postponed.

• Ordinance (second reading) to amend Chapter 7 Business License Schedule per Act 176 of 2020
• Ordinance (second reading) to approve ground lease with Dargan Construction for land at 3601 Lake Drive
• Ordinance (first reading) to amend Gator Hole Planned Development District revising Walmart
• Ordinance (first reading) to remove beach cabana houses from Chapter 23 Zoning
• Ordinance (first reading) to create a conservation zoning district and an estate‑lot zoning district

The City Council approved a ground lease agreement with Dargan Construction at 3601 Lake Drive and updated the business‑license class schedule. It also approved amendments to the Gator Hole Planned Development District, removed beach cabanas from the zoning code, and postponed a workshop on new conservation and estate‑lot zoning districts. All votes were unanimous (6‑0).

• Approved ground lease agreement with Dargan Construction (3601 Lake Drive) (6‑0)
• Approved amendment to Business License Class Schedule per Act 176 of 2020 (6‑0)
• Approved amendment to Gator Hole Planned Development District revising Walmart (6‑0)
• Approved removal of beach cabanas from Chapter 23 zoning (6‑0)
• Postponed joint workshop on Conservation Residential and R1‑E zoning districts (6‑0)
• Postponed rezoning request for ~8.32 acres on Ye Olde Kings Highway (6‑0)
• Postponed first amendment to Lauret Associates Tract Development Agreement (6‑0)
• Postponed second public hearing on First Amendment to Lauret Associates Tract (6‑0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider four requests for variances. These applications involve tree removal and property setback or location requirements.

• BZA-25-29: Variance to cut a tree exceeding 24” at 1005 Tarpon Pond Road
• BZA-25-34: Rear yard setback variance at 2353 Hill Street
• BZA-25-26: Variance to cut a tree exceeding 24” at 1771 Cenith Street
• BZA-25-36: Swimming pool location variance at 6302 Nixon Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several residential subdivision plans and zoning amendments. Key items include a conceptual plan for 41 lots at Harper Valley and a request to rezone a parcel at Poinsett Street and 37th Avenue South to Highway Commercial.

• SUB-25-19: Sketch plan for 41 residential lots at Harper Valley off Tom E. Chestnut Road
• SUB-24-70: Preliminary subdivision plat for 33 residential lots in Hudson Creek at Palmetto Harbor
• Z-25-15: Rezoning request for ±0.33 acres at Poinsett Street and 37th Avenue South from R-2 to Highway Commercial
• Z-25-16: Amendment to Gator Hole Planned Development District to expand Walmart Supercenter for online pickup and storage
• ZTX-25-11 & ZTX-25-12: Zoning text amendments regarding beach cabanas and the creation of conservation and estate lot districts

The commission approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. It then voted to postpone the Sketch Plan SUB‑25‑19 for the Harper Valley subdivision until a detailed tree sketch and quality information are provided, also by a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Postponed Sketch Plan SUB-25-19 (Harper Valley) pending tree sketch and quality data (6-0)

City Council

The October 6 meeting includes an executive session briefing on the White Cap Beach House case. Council members will take second‑reading votes on several zoning and development ordinances, including the Eagle’s Nest Village plan and propane‑tank standards. New business features first‑reading consideration of a ground lease with Dargan Construction for 3601 Lake Drive, a business‑license class‑schedule update, and other zoning and annexation proposals.

• Second‑reading ordinance to amend the Parkway Group Planned Development District, creating Eagle’s Nest Village
• Second‑reading ordinance to annex and zone ±0.22 acres on Wiley Drive
• Second‑reading ordinance to establish standards for above‑ground propane tanks (Chapter 23 amendment)
• First‑reading ordinance to approve a ground lease agreement with Dargan Construction Company for land at 3601 Lake Drive
• First‑reading ordinance to update the business‑license class schedule as required by Act 176 of 2020

The council approved several second‑reading ordinances, including the creation of a Public Arts Commission and new standards for pervious surfaces. It also approved a ground lease for the vacant lot at 3601 Lake Drive to be used for parking from October 2025 to April 2027. A rezoning request on Ye Olde Kings Highway was postponed, and an annexation and zoning request on Water Tower Road was denied.

• Approved items 6A‑6C (Parkway Group PDD amendment, Wiley Drive annexation petition, propane tank standards) (6‑0)
• Approved Public Arts Commission ordinance, adding resident‑member requirement (6‑0)
• Approved pervious/impervious surfaces ordinance (6‑0)
• Approved Business License Class Schedule update as required by Act 176 of 2020 (6‑0)
• Approved Ground Lease Agreement for parking at 3601 Lake Drive (lease Oct 2025–Apr 2027) (6‑0)
• Postponed rezoning request for ±8.32 acres on Ye Olde Kings Highway (6‑0)
• Denied annexation and zoning request for ±2.0 acres on Water Tower Road (denied)
• Approved Executive Session for legal briefing on White Cap Beach House case (5‑0)

City Council

The North Myrtle Beach City Council will adopt a Declaration of a State of Emergency for the city. An Emergency Ordinance will also be considered, which would formally declare a localized State of Emergency and authorize appropriate actions. The meeting is called specifically for these emergency measures.

• Declaration of a State of Emergency for the City of North Myrtle Beach
• Emergency Ordinance declaring a localized State of Emergency and authorizing actions

The council declared a localized State of Emergency for North Myrtle Beach and unanimously approved an emergency ordinance authorizing related actions. Both measures passed with a 5-0 vote and received no public comment. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved State of Emergency declaration (5-0)
• Approved Emergency Ordinance (first reading) (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to review athletic and sports tourism. The board will also receive monthly and director's reports from the Parks and Recreation Department.

• Athletic and Sports Tourism Review with Manager Amanda Player Wofford
• Parks and Recreation Monthly Report
• Director's Report from Matt Gibbons

The North Myrtle Beach Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the July meeting unanimously. Members discussed various topics, including adding bike racks at beach access points, replacing L-screen nets at the Sports Complex, and the possibility of a Tai Chi class at the Aquatic & Fitness Center. Director Matt Gibbons provided updates on upcoming events, including the bid opening for the new Pickleball Complex on October 1 and the groundbreaking on October 25, as well as a five-week delay in the park expansion with a new ribbon-cutting date of November 14.

• Approved minutes from July meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed adding bike racks at beach access points (no action taken)
• Discussed replacing L-screen nets at Sports Complex (no action taken)
• Discussed possibility of Tai Chi class at Aquatic & Fitness Center (no action taken)
• Noted bid opening for Pickleball Complex on October 1
• Noted groundbreaking for Pickleball Complex on October 25 at Central Park
• Noted park expansion delayed by five weeks; ribbon-cutting moved to November 14

Planning Commission

The North Myrtle Beach Planning Commission meeting on September 16, 2025 will consider a rezoning request (Z-25-12) to change 31 parcels (~8.32 acres) on Ye Olde Kings Highway from Single-Family Residential Low-Density (R‑1) to Single-Family Low‑Medium Density (R‑1B). The agenda also includes a petition to annex approximately 2.00 acres on Water Tower Road and rezone it from Commercial Forest Agriculture (CFA) to Highway Commercial (HC) (Z‑25‑13). Staff will present a zoning ordinance text amendment (ZTX‑25‑10) revising the definition of signs related to murals. Two items postponed from the previous meeting— the Harper Valley subdivision sketch plan (SUB‑25‑19) and the first public hearing on the first amendment to the development agreement for the Lauret Associates tract— will be addressed with motions to postpone again.

• Rezoning request Z-25-12: 31 parcels (~8.32 acres) on Ye Olde Kings Highway from R‑1 to R‑1B
• Annexation & zoning designation Z-25-13: ~2.00 acres on Water Tower Road from CFA to HC
• Zoning ordinance text amendment ZTX-25-10: revision of sign definition regarding murals
• Postponed sketch plan SUB-25-19: Harper Valley subdivision of 41 residential lots
• Postponed first public hearing for amendment to development agreement for Lauret Associates tract

The commission approved Rezoning Request Z-25-12, changing 31 parcels from R-1 to R-1B, with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved Annexation and Zoning Designation Z-25-13 for a 2‑acre parcel on Water Tower Road, also 6‑0. Additionally, the commission approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX-25-10 regarding mural signage, passing 5‑1. The commission postponed the Sketch Plan SUB-25-19 and the first public hearing for the Lauret Associates Tract, each by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Rezoning Request Z-25-12 (31 parcels, R-1 to R-1B) – vote 6-0
• Approved Annexation and Zoning Designation Z-25-13 (2 acres on Water Tower Road) – vote 6-0
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX-25-10 (mural signage) – vote 5-1
• Postponed Sketch Plan SUB-25-19 (Harper Valley subdivision) – vote 5-0
• Postponed First Public Hearing for First Amendment to Development Agreement, Lauret Associates Tract – vote 5-0

City Council

North Myrtle Beach City Council will discuss several zoning amendments and annexation petitions. The body is also considering the creation of a public arts commission and the approval of local event dates.

• Annexation and zoning for ±2.29 acres on Little River Neck Road and ±0.22 acres on Wiley Drive
• Proposed creation of a public arts commission
• Zoning amendments regarding electronic message boards, outdoor merchandise, and propane tanks
• Approval of Sniffari on the Strand (Nov 11) and Christmas Parade (Dec 6)
• Executive session regarding White Cap Beach House, LLC vs. the City of North Myrtle Beach

During the September 15 meeting the council approved a series of ordinances, including the creation of the Eagle’s Nest Village planned‑development district. The body also approved annexations on Little River Neck Road and Wiley Drive, updates to zoning rules for message boards, outdoor merchandise, pervious surfaces, propane tanks, and funding for the Sniffari fundraiser and the annual Christmas parade. All votes were unanimous or near‑unanimous, ranging from 4‑0 to 5‑0.

• Approved evaluation and salary of Judge Dean Mureddu (5-0)
• Approved Sniffari on the Strand fundraiser (5-0)
• Approved Annual North Myrtle Beach Christmas Parade (5-0)
• Approved annexation and zoning for ±2.29 acres on Little River Neck Road (4-0)
• Approved amendments to electronic message board locations in zoning code (5-0)
• Approved Eagle’s Nest Village Planned Development District (5-0)
• Approved annexation and zoning for ±0.22 acres on Wiley Drive (5-0)
• Approved standards for above‑ground propane tanks in zoning code (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The North Myrtle Beach Board of Zoning Appeals will meet on September 11, 2025 to consider several variance applications and a penalty determination. The items include a request to cut a tree larger than 24 inches at 1005 Tarpon Pond Road, and three rear‑yard setback variances for properties on Via Palma Drive, Graybill Lane, and Hill Street. The board will also determine a penalty for the removal of a tree larger than 24 inches at 1113 Golfview Drive. Decisions will be made in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1018 2nd Avenue South.

• Variance request to cut a tree exceeding 24" at 1005 Tarpon Pond Road (Applicant: Daniel Colomb)
• Variance request for rear‑yard setback at 2200 Via Palma Drive (Planned Development District)
• Variance request for rear‑yard setback at 1075 Graybill Lane (Planned Development District)
• Penalty determination for removal of a tree exceeding 24" at 1113 Golfview Drive (Applicant: David O’Connell)
• Variance request for rear‑yard setback at 2353 Hill Street (Mobile/Manufactured Home Residential, R-3 District)

The Board approved the minutes of the July 10, 2025 meeting (5-0). It postponed variance BZA-25-30 for John Russo to the next meeting (5-0). It approved variance BZA-25-31 for Ray Benedick, allowing a 10' × 19' screen enclosure on his patio with a 9.6' rear setback (5-0). It approved a penalty requiring the applicant in BZA-25-33 to replant 31 inches of protected hardwoods (5-0).

• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Postponed variance BZA-25-30 (John Russo) to next meeting (5-0)
• Approved variance BZA-25-31 (Ray Benedick) for 10' × 19' screen enclosure, 9.6' rear setback (5-0)
• Approved penalty for BZA-25-33 requiring replanting 31" of protected hardwoods (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss an amendment to Chapter 23, Zoning, of the Code of Ordinances. The discussion focuses on defining pervious and impervious surfaces and creating an exception for swimming pools.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 23, Zoning, regarding pervious and impervious surface definitions
• Proposed zoning exception for swimming pools

The City Council met to review a proposed amendment to Chapter 23 of the Code of Ordinances that would define pervious and impervious surfaces and create an exemption for swimming‑pool basins. Staff presented definitions, inspection requirements, and the 2‑inch‑per‑hour infiltration standard. Council members asked questions, and the Mayor asked staff to research concerns raised by a resident.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several residential subdivision plats and a petition to annex 0.22 acres on Wiley Drive. The body will also discuss a zoning text amendment for propane tank standards and a development agreement for the Lauret Associates Tract.

• Annexation and R-1 zoning request for ±0.22 acres on Wiley Drive (Z-25-11)
• Zoning text amendment ZTX-25-9 creating standards for propane tanks
• Sketch plan for 41 residential lots at Harper Valley off Tom E. Chestnut Road (SUB-25-19)
• Preliminary plats for 98 lots in Wax Myrtle (SUB-24-35) and 235 lots in The Retreat at the Preserve (SUB-25-24)
• Public hearing on the First Amendment to the Development Agreement for Lauret Associates Tract

The commission approved the annexation of about 0.22 acres on Wiley Drive and designated it as Single‑Family Residential Low‑Density (R‑1). It also approved a zoning ordinance text amendment allowing two above‑ground propane tanks up to 125 gallons in side and rear yard setbacks. Preliminary subdivision plats creating 98 lots (SUB‑24‑35) and 235 lots (SUB‑25‑24) were approved, as was a minor Planned Development District amendment increasing building height to 52 feet. Two items—a sketch plan and a public hearing on a development agreement amendment—were postponed.

• Approved annexation of ~0.22 acres on Wiley Drive with R‑1 zoning (5‑0)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX‑25‑9 for propane tanks (5‑0)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat SUB‑24‑35 creating 98 residential lots (5‑0)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat SUB‑25‑24 creating 235 residential lots (5‑0)
• Approved Minor Planned Development District Amendment Z‑25‑14 increasing height to 52 ft (5‑0)
• Postponed Sketch Plan SUB‑25‑19 to next meeting (5‑0)
• Postponed First Public Hearing on First Amendment to Development Agreement for Lauret Associates Tract (5‑0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several zoning amendments, including rules for outdoor merchandise and electronic signs. The body is also considering annexation petitions for properties on Riverside Drive and Little River Neck Road.

• Second reading of annexation and zoning for ±0.94 acres on Riverside Drive
• Second reading of PDD amendment for a 7-Eleven at Palmetto Coast Industrial Park
• First reading of annexation and zoning for ±2.29 acres on Little River Neck Road
• Proposed zoning amendments regarding outdoor merchandise and electronic message boards
• Resolution to appoint three members to the Municipal Election Commission

The North Myrtle Beach City Council unanimously approved a series of community event items (5A‑5I) and a Mutual Aid Agreement with Coastal Carolina University. It also approved the Riverside Drive annexation, a 7‑Eleven store development, and several zoning amendments including outdoor merchandise displays and electronic message board signs. A resolution to appoint three members to the Municipal Election Commission was likewise approved, while a pervious‑impervious surface ordinance was postponed for further study.

• Approved items 5A‑5I (community events and agreements) (5‑0)
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreement with Coastal Carolina University (5‑0)
• Approved Riverside Drive annexation and zoning designation (±0.94 acres) (5‑0)
• Approved 7‑Eleven store development at Palmetto Coast Industrial Park (5‑0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 23 zoning for outdoor merchandise displays (5‑0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 23 zoning for electronic message board signs (5‑0)
• Approved resolution appointing three members to the Municipal Election Commission (5‑0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider five applications for zoning variances and one special exception. These requests involve lot dimensions, setbacks, and tree removal at various residential properties.

• BZA-25-20: Lot width and area variances for 708 38th Avenue South
• BZA-25-25: Special exception for a common amenity site in Marshfield Subdivision
• BZA-25-26: Variance to cut a tree exceeding 24” at 1771 Cenith Street
• BZA-25-27: Front yard setback reduction at 113 Palmetto Harbor Drive
• BZA-25-28: Rear yard setback reduction at 818 Arbor Lane

At the August 14 meeting the Board denied a lot‑width variance for 708 38th Avenue South, approved a special exception for an amenity site in the Marshfield Subdivision, postponed a tree‑removal variance pending Planning Commission approval, and approved two setback variances for properties on Palmetto Harbor Drive and Arbor Lane. All motions that recorded a vote passed unanimously (5‑0). The outcome of the Arbor Lane variance was not included in the provided minutes.

• Denied variance BZA-25-20 for 708 38th Avenue South (5‑0)
• Approved special exception BZA-25-25 for Marshfield Subdivision amenity site (5‑0)
• Postponed variance BZA-25-26 for tree removal at 1771 Cenith Street pending Planning Commission approval (5‑0)
• Approved setback variance BZA-25-27 for 113 Palmetto Harbor Drive (5‑0)
• Decision on variance BZA-25-28 for 818 Arbor Lane not recorded in minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a legal briefing on public beach access near the Margaritaville/Compass Hotel project. Members will also consider appointments to the Municipal Election Commission and discuss zoning amendments regarding outdoor merchandise.

• Legal briefing on Public Beach Access adjacent to Margaritaville/Compass Hotel project
• Three appointments to the Municipal Election Commission
• Discussion on Chapter 23, Zoning, amendments regarding outdoor merchandise display

The council voted 6-0 to appoint Kathy Dukes, Scott Slater, and Truman Williams to the Municipal Election Commission. Earlier, the council entered and later exited an executive session on a legal briefing about public beach access, each motion passing 6-0. The meeting was adjourned after a 6-0 vote.

• Approved appointment of Kathy Dukes, Scott Slater, and Truman Williams to Municipal Election Commission (6-0)
• Entered executive session for legal briefing on public beach access (6-0)
• Exited executive session and resumed regular meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a major amendment to create Eagle’s Nest Village, a retail and office center. The body will also review an annexation request, a residential subdivision sketch plan, and several zoning ordinance text amendments.

• Major PDD amendment Z-25-9 for Eagle’s Nest Village retail center on a 5.4-acre site on Water Tower Road
• Annexation and zoning request Z-25-10 for ±2.29 acres on Little River Neck Road to be zoned R-1
• Sketch plan SUB-25-12 for 17 residential lots on Hillside Drive North
• Proposed Water Transmission Improvements project near Barefoot Resort Bridge Road
• Zoning text amendments regarding driveway width, electronic message boards, and pervious surfaces

The commission approved six items, each passing unanimously (6-0). Approvals included a major planned development amendment for Eagle’s Nest Village, an annexation and zoning change on Little River Neck Road, a sketch plan for 17 residential lots on Hillside Drive North, two zoning ordinance text amendments (electronic message board signs and pervious/impervious surface definitions), and a capital improvement project to add a new water storage tank and 30‑inch transmission main.

• Approved Major Planned Development District Amendment Z-25-9 (6-0)
• Approved Annexation & Zoning Designation Z-25-10 (6-0)
• Approved Sketch Plan SUB-25-12 for 17 residential lots (6-0)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX-25-7 (electronic message board signs) (6-0)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX-25-8 (pervious/impervious surfaces) (6-0)
• Approved Capital Improvement Project Review CIP-25-1 (new water tank and transmission line) (6-0)

City Council

The North Myrtle Beach City Council will discuss zoning amendments regarding motel definitions and outdoor merchandise. The body is also considering a lease for McLeod Seacoast Hospital and a new 7-Eleven at Palmetto Coast Industrial Park.

• Amendment to Parkway Group PDD to create a 7-Eleven store at Palmetto Coast Industrial Park
• Lease of office space and Aquatic and Fitness Center areas to McLeod Seacoast Hospital
• Annexation and zoning designation for ±0.94 acres on Riverside Drive
• Zoning amendments regarding the definition of a motel and display of outdoor merchandise
• Appointments to the Planning Commission and Recreation Commission

The North Myrtle Beach City Council approved the annexation of about 0.94 acres on Riverside Drive and authorized a 7‑Eleven store in the Palmetto Coast Industrial Park. It also adopted zoning amendments for motel definitions and leased space to McLeod Seacoast Hospital. Several appointments to the GSATS Policy Committee, Planning Commission, and Recreation Commission were confirmed, and one ordinance was postponed to a workshop.

• Approved annexation of ~0.94 acres on Riverside Drive (7-0)
• Approved amendment creating a 7‑Eleven store in Palmetto Coast Industrial Park (7-0)
• Approved amendment to zoning definition of motel (7-0)
• Approved lease of office space and pool area to McLeod Seacoast Hospital (7-0)
• Approved replacement and alternate appointments to the GSATS Policy Committee (7-0)
• Approved one appointment to the Planning Commission (7-0)
• Approved seven appointments to the Recreation Commission (7-0)
• Postponed outdoor merchandise display amendment to a workshop (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review three variance applications. These include a request for a hotel height increase and two requests to remove protected trees.

• BZA-25-15: Variance for 9 floors over 2 floors of parking (116' max height) at 1424 South Ocean Boulevard
• BZA-25-22: Variance to remove a protected tree at 914 Perrin Drive
• BZA-25-24: Variance to remove protected trees at the Bahama Island development off Bowline Drive

The Board of Zoning Appeals voted 5-1 to approve variance BZA-25-15, allowing a hotel at 1424 South Ocean Boulevard to add nine floors above two floors of structured parking with a maximum height of 116 feet in the Resort Residential R‑4 district. The motion was seconded by Mr. Thomas and Ms. Lover voted nay. The Board also voted 6-0 to withdraw variance BZA-25-22 for the tree removal at 914 Perrin Drive. No other actions were decided.

• Approved variance BZA-25-15 for hotel at 1424 South Ocean Blvd (5-1)
• Withdrawn variance BZA-25-22 for tree removal at 914 Perrin Drive (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a final bonded subdivision plat for Phase One of Indigo at the Preserve. The proposal involves creating 74 residential lots for duplexes and four open space lots on 38.23 acres.

• Final subdivision plat SUB-25-29 for 74 residential duplex lots
• Proposed letter of credit for $1,389,164.00 to guarantee infrastructure improvements
• Creation of Sky Blue Court, Summer Breeze Lane, Teal Inlet Drive, and Blue Heron Lane
• Application fee of $1,040.00

The North Myrtle Beach Planning Commission approved the Final Subdivision Plat SUB-25-29, which creates 74 residential lots, open space, a pump station, and public rights‑of‑way in Phase One of Indigo at The Preserve. The motion was unanimously adopted with a 6‑0 vote. No public comments were received.

• Approved Final Subdivision Plat SUB-25-29 (6-0)
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several zoning requests, including the annexation of land on Riverside Drive. The body will also discuss amendments to the zoning ordinance and a planned development for a new store.

• Annexation and R-1 zoning request for ±0.94 acres on Riverside Drive (PIN 311-16-01-0003)
• Zoning ordinance text amendment ZTX-25-5 regarding the display of outdoor merchandise
• Amendment to Parkway Group Planned Development District to add a 7-11 store at Palmetto Coast Industrial Park
• Final subdivision plat SUB-25-26 for 140 residential lots in Phase Two of the Lauret Tract (Marshfield)

The commission approved four items, each by a 4‑0 vote: annexation and zoning designation Z‑25‑7 for ~0.94 acres on Riverside Drive, Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX‑25‑5 limiting outdoor merchandise displays, Major Planned Development District Amendment Z‑25‑8 adding a 7‑11 store at Palmetto Coast Industrial Park, and Final Subdivision Plat SUB‑25‑26 creating 140 residential lots in the Lauret Tract. All motions were seconded and passed unanimously.

• Approved Annexation and Zoning Designation Z‑25‑7 for Riverside Drive land (4‑0)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX‑25‑5 limiting outdoor displays (4‑0)
• Approved Major Planned Development District Amendment Z‑25‑8 for 7‑11 store (4‑0)
• Approved Final Subdivision Plat SUB‑25‑26 creating 140 residential lots (4‑0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the adoption of the FY 2026 budget and the corresponding tax levy. The meeting also includes votes on city ordinances and a proposed employment agreement for the City Manager.

• Ordinance to set the tax levy for FY 2026
• Ordinance to adopt the budget for FY 2026
• Resolution to approve the City Manager Employment Agreement
• Ordinance to lease office and pool space at the Aquatic and Fitness Center to McLeod Seacoast Hospital
• Amendments to city ordinances regarding permit fees, golf cart use, and parking fee exemptions

The council voted 7‑0 to approve the FY 2026 tax levy, budget, and related ordinance amendments (items 3A‑3F). It also approved the City Manager employment agreement and a lease allowing McLeod Seacoast Hospital to use part of the Aquatic and Fitness Center, each by a 7‑0 vote. All motions were adopted without opposition.

• Approved FY 2026 tax levy and related ordinance amendments (items 3A‑3F) – vote 7‑0
• Approved City Manager Employment Agreement – vote 7‑0
• Approved lease of office space and use of Aquatic and Fitness Center by McLeod Seacoast Hospital – vote 7‑0
• Motion to enter Executive Session – vote 6‑0
• Motion to adjourn Executive Session – vote 7‑0
• Motion to adjourn meeting – vote 7‑0

City Council

City Council will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances for the FY 2026 budget and tax levy. The body will also review several first-reading ordinances regarding traffic, zoning, and city fees.

• Public hearing on the proposed FY 2026 budget
• Ordinances for the FY 2026 tax levy and budget adoption
• Petition for annexation and zoning designation for ±2.00 acres on Water Tower Road
• Proposed updates to planning and zoning application fees and building permit fees
• Ordinances regulating golf cart use and annual parking fee exemptions

The council approved several resolutions, including appointments to the Fireman's Insurance and Inspection Fund and updates to assessment and fee schedules. It also adopted a series of ordinance amendments covering land development standards, tax levy rate, budget adoption, motel definition, and other code updates. All motions passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved two appointments to the Fireman's Insurance and Inspection Fund (Matt Gibbons, Angela Westmoreland) (7-0)
• Approved the Annual Assessment Report and updated Assessment Roll for Cherry Grove Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved update to the Schedule of Application Fees for Planning and Zoning actions (7-0)
• Approved reappointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals (Mendel Bell) (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Land Development Regulations addressing street and rights‑of‑way standards in Planned Development Districts (7-0)
• Approved amendment to tax levy rate, setting it at 45 mills (7-0)
• Approved ordinance adopting the FY 2026 budget (7-0)
• Approved amendment to the definition of motel in the zoning code (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider five variance applications. These include requests for building height, parking, and setback adjustments for residential and resort properties.

• BZA-25-15: Request for 9 floors over 2 floors of parking (116' max height) and parking changes at 1424 South Ocean Boulevard
• BZA-25-11: Request for a swimming pool in the side yard at 313 42nd Avenue North
• BZA-25-21: Request to reduce front yard setback at 120 Palmetto Harbor Drive
• BZA-25-22: Request to remove a protected tree at 914 Perrin Drive
• BZA-25-23: Request for side yard setback variance for a generator at 1501 South Ocean Boulevard

The Board approved the variance request (BZA-25-11) for an inground swimming pool on a triangular lot of less than 4,400 sq ft at 313 42 nd Avenue North. It postponed the hotel height variance (BZA-25-15 Item A) but approved the parking‑space increase (Item B) and buffer reduction (Item C) for the same project. The Board also approved variances for a front‑yard setback at 120 Palmetto Harbor Drive (BZA-25-21) and postponed the protected‑tree removal at 914 Perrin Drive (BZA-25-22). Minutes from the April 10 and May 8 meetings were each approved unanimously.

• Approved BZA-25-11 swimming‑pool variance (6-0)
• Postponed BZA-25-15 Item A hotel‑height variance to next meeting (6-0)
• Approved BZA-25-15 Item B parking‑space variance (6-0)
• Approved BZA-25-15 Item C buffer‑reduction variance (6-0)
• Approved BZA-25-21 front‑yard setback variance (6-0)
• Postponed BZA-25-22 protected‑tree removal variance (6-0)
• Approved April 10, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special called meeting over two days to evaluate candidates for the City Manager position. The body will narrow the field to three finalists on June 5 and select a final candidate on June 6.

• Identification of three finalists for City Manager position
• Selection of the final candidate for City Manager position

On June 6, 2025, the North Myrtle Beach City Council voted to appoint Ryan Fabbri as City Manager. The appointment followed a June 5 meeting that identified Fabbri, Edwin Madden, and Tim Owens as the three final candidates. Both votes were unanimous, 6‑0 in favor. The council also approved motions to enter and exit executive sessions and to adjourn each meeting.

• Identified Edwin Madden, Tim Owens, and Ryan Fabbri as City Manager finalists (6-0)
• Appointed Ryan Fabbri as City Manager (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session on June 5 (6-0)
• Approved motion to exit Executive Session on June 5 (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session on June 6 (6-0)
• Approved motion to exit Executive Session on June 6 (6-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn June 5 meeting (6-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn June 6 meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special called meeting over two days to evaluate candidates for the City Manager position. The body will move from a general pool of candidates to three finalists, and finally to a single finalist.

• Identification of three finalists for City Manager
• Selection of the final candidate for City Manager

The City Council held two special meetings on June 5 and June 6, 2025. Council members identified three finalists for City Manager on June 5 and, on June 6, voted unanimously to appoint Ryan Fabbri as the new City Manager. All motions, including executive‑session entries and adjournments, passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Motion to enter Executive Session on June 5 passed 6‑0
• Motion to exit Executive Session on June 5 passed 6‑0
• Motion to identify Edwin Madden, Tim Owens, and Ryan Fabbri as finalists passed 6‑0
• Motion to adjourn June 5 meeting passed 6‑0
• Motion to enter Executive Session on June 6 passed 6‑0
• Motion to exit Executive Session on June 6 passed 6‑0
• Motion to appoint Ryan Fabbri as City Manager passed 6‑0
• Motion to adjourn June 6 meeting passed 6‑0

City Council

The North Myrtle Beach City Council is meeting for a special called executive session. The body will receive a legal briefing regarding a potential ordinance concerning large house parties.

• Legal briefing on a potential ordinance regarding large house parties

The council approved a motion, made by Councilwoman Fontana and seconded by Councilman Collins, to go into executive session for a legal briefing on a possible large‑house‑party ordinance; the motion passed 6-0. No votes were taken during the executive session. The council then adopted a motion to adjourn the meeting.

• Motion to enter executive session passed 6-0
• Motion to adjourn adopted

City Council

The North Myrtle Beach City Council will hold a special called executive session to discuss potential candidates for the City Manager position. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

The council approved a motion to go into executive session to discuss potential city manager candidates, passing 6‑0. No votes were taken during the executive session. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that passed.

• Entered executive session to discuss city manager candidates (6-0)
• Meeting adjourned (motion passed)

Planning Commission

The North Myrtle Beach Planning Commission will hear a petition to annex approximately 2 acres on Water Tower Road and rezone it from Commercial Forest Agriculture to Limited Industrial. The parcel is currently unincorporated and zoned CFA by Horry County. The proposed zoning change will be reviewed for consistency with the city's 2018 Comprehensive Plan, which recommends residential uses for the area.

• Annexation petition for ±2.00 acres on Water Tower Road (PIN 348-02-04-0002)
• Zoning change from Commercial Forest Agriculture (CFA) to Limited Industrial (LI)
• Review of compliance with 2018 Comprehensive Plan's Residential Suburban land use classification
• Public hearing and recommendation to City Council

The Planning Commission approved the minutes of the May 6, 2025 meeting. It approved the annexation of approximately 2.00 acres on Water Tower Road and designated the parcel as Limited Industrial zoning. It also approved a text amendment to the zoning ordinance to update the motel definition, adding language for transient and permanent guests. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous vote.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved annexation of ±2.00 acres on Water Tower Road, Limited Industrial zoning (5-0)
• Approved zoning ordinance text amendment ZTX-25-4 to include transient and permanent guests (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The city council will hold second readings on ordinances including a zoning overlay for 0.34 acres at 21st Avenue North and Paul Street, an amendment to telecommunication tower height regulations, and conveyance of four parcels near Highway 17 to SCDOT. A first reading on street and right-of-way standards in planned development districts will be introduced. The consent agenda includes a mutual aid agreement for Memorial Bike Week and board appointments.

• Second reading: Zoning overlay request for ±0.34 acres at 21 Avenue North and Paul Street
• Second reading: Amend Chapter 23 on telecommunication tower height
• Second reading: Convey four parcels at 6 Avenue South and Highway 17 to SCDOT
• Second reading: Amend and renew franchise agreement with Santee Cooper (South Carolina Public Service Authority)
• First reading: Amend Chapter 20 land development regulations for street and right-of-way standards in PDDs

The North Myrtle Beach City Council unanimously approved a series of ordinances covering parcel conveyance, recreation commission bylaws, zoning changes, and street standards. It also confirmed appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals, Planning Commission, and the Waccamaw Regional Transportation Authority Board. All votes were recorded as 6‑0 except one zoning overlay which passed 5‑0.

• Approved minutes of May 5, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreement for 2025 Memorial Bike Week (6-0)
• Adopted revised bylaws for the Recreation Commission (6-0)
• Appointed Melissa Wober to the Board of Zoning Appeals (6-0)
• Reappointed Tom Edwards to the Planning Commission (6-0)
• Reappointed Katharine D’Angelo to the Waccamaw Regional Transportation Authority Board (6-0)
• Approved conveyance of four parcels to SC Dept of Transportation (6-0)
• Approved amendment to street and rights‑of‑way standards in Planned Development Districts (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear seven variance requests at this meeting, including a major hotel project seeking multiple exceptions for height, parking, green space, and landscaping. Other items involve residential setback reductions, a swimming pool variance, and two sign area variances for proposed gas stations. One special exception request for alcohol sales at a convenience store is also on the agenda.

• BZA-25-15: Robert Guyton requests 4 variances for a 9-story hotel (max height 116′) at 1424 South Ocean Boulevard, including permeable parking, compact parking count increase, and reduced perimeter landscape buffer
• BZA-25-12: Travis Collins seeks reduction of front yard setback at 508 10th Avenue South (R-1 District)
• BZA-25-14: Chad Hatley requests variance for swimming pool in side yard at 107 Cashmere Lane (R-1 District)
• BZA-25-16 & -17: Kailee Smith requests two separate sign area variances for proposed gas stations at 10560 Hwy. 90 and 4530 South Hwy. 17 (HC District)
• BZA-25-19: Aviz Shamah requests special exception for on-premise alcohol consumption at 614 Sea Mountain Highway (HC District)

The Board postponed the April 10 minutes (4‑0) and agreed to rehear variance BZA‑25‑11 at the next meeting (4‑0). It approved a 5‑foot front‑yard setback reduction for 508 10th Avenue South (BZA‑25‑12) and a swimming‑pool variance for 107 Cashmere Lane with a required 6‑foot privacy fence (BZA‑25‑14), each by a 4‑0 vote. The Board also approved the permeable‑parking variance for the hotel project at 1424 South Ocean Boulevard (BZA‑25‑15 item B) and postponed the height‑variance portion of that project (item A) to the next meeting, all votes 4‑0.

• Postponed April 10 minutes (4-0)
• Rehear variance BZA-25-11 at next meeting (4-0)
• Approved front‑yard setback variance BZA-25-12 (5' reduction) (4-0)
• Approved swimming‑pool variance BZA-25-14 with 6' privacy fence (4-0)
• Approved permeable‑parking variance BZA-25-15 item B (4-0)
• Postponed BZA-25-15 item A to next meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss updates to street and rights-of-way standards for planned development districts. The body will also consider a minor amendment for the Indigo at the Preserve neighborhood and a final plat for a residential subdivision.

• Land Development Regulations Text Amendment STX-25-1 regarding street and rights-of-way standards in planned development districts
• Minor Planned Development District Amendment Z-25-4 for amenity and signage revisions at Indigo at the Preserve
• Final Subdivision Plat SUB-25-11 for 162 residential lots in phase two of Rosewood at Waterside

The commission unanimously approved a land‑development‑regulations text amendment (STX‑25‑1). It also approved a minor Planned Development District amendment (Z‑25‑4) for the Indigo at the Preserve neighborhood. Finally, it approved the final subdivision plat (SUB‑25‑11) creating 162 residential lots in Phase 2 of Rosewood at Waterside. All motions passed 5‑0.

• Approved Land Development Regulations Text Amendment STX-25-1 (5-0)
• Approved Minor Planned Development District Amendment Z-25-4 (5-0)
• Approved Final Subdivision Plat SUB-25-11 for 162 residential lots (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 8, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several ordinances, including zoning updates for driveway lengths and telecommunication tower heights. The body is also considering the transfer of four land parcels to the South Carolina Department of Transportation and the approval of multiple 2025 community events.

• Conveyance of 4 parcels at 6 Avenue South and Highway 17 to SCDOT
• Zoning overlay request for ±0.34 acres at 21 Avenue North and Paul Street
• Ordinance regarding minimum driveway length (second reading)
• Ordinance regarding telecommunication tower height (first reading)
• Approval of 2025 Memorial Day Bike Week Mutual Aid Agreements

The council approved a zoning amendment that sets limits on telecommunication tower height. It also approved multiple community event agreements, a driveway‑length zoning amendment, the conveyance of four parcels to the South Carolina Department of Transportation, a revision of the Recreation Commission, and the renewal of the electric franchise with the South Carolina Public Service Authority. All votes were unanimous (7‑0).

• Approved telecom tower height amendment (7-0)
• Approved minimum driveway length amendment (7-0)
• Approved conveyance of four parcels at 6th Ave S & Hwy 17 to SCDOT (7-0)
• Approved revision of Recreation Commission (7-0)
• Approved renewal of franchise with South Carolina Public Service Authority (7-0)
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreements for 2025 Memorial Day Bike Week (7-0)
• Approved 4th of July Fireworks Celebration (7-0)
• Approved zoning overlay request for 0.34 acres on 21st Ave N (7-0)

City Council

City Council is meeting on April 14-15, 2025, to review the proposed FY 2026 budget. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss legal briefings and property matters.

• Proposed FY 2026 Budget
• Legal briefing on a proposed short-term rental ordinance
• Discussion on potential conveyance of city property
• Discussion on potential property acquisition
• Legal briefing on Chapter 6, Article II, Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance

The council approved a motion to recess and travel to the Wampee Conference Center (5-0). Later, they voted unanimously to go into executive session for legal briefings on short‑term rentals, property matters, and flood‑damage ordinance (7-0). Finally, the council unanimously adjourned the budget retreat (7-0). No votes were taken on the proposed FY 2026 budget items.

• Motion to recess and travel to Wampee Conference Center approved (5-0)
• Motion to enter executive session for legal briefings approved (7-0)
• Motion to adjourn the Budget Retreat approved (7-0)
• No votes were taken during the executive session

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider nine variance applications, including a major hotel project seeking four separate variances for height (up to 116 feet), parking, green space, and landscape buffer. Other items include signage exceedances, swimming pools in side yards, a setback reduction, and tree removal penalties.

• BZA-25-15: Four variances for a hotel at 1424 South Ocean Boulevard – height up to 116 feet, permeable parking in lieu of 10% green space, increased compact parking (14 to 20), and perimeter landscape buffer modification.
• BZA-25-10: Variance to exceed maximum signage at 210 Highway 17 North (HC District).
• BZA-25-11: Variance for swimming pool in side yard at 313 42nd Avenue North (R-1 District).
• BZA-25-16: Two applications for signage variance for proposed gas station/convenience stores at 10560 Hwy. 90 and 4530 South Hwy. 17 (both HC District).
• BZA-25-17: Variance to remove a 32-inch Oak tree at 500 Hillside Drive South.

The board approved the March 13 minutes unanimously. It withdrew a signage variance and rejected a swimming‑pool variance for 313 42nd Avenue. It imposed a $2,100 penalty and required replanting for a tree removal at 1304 Thomas Avenue, and approved a similar tree‑removal variance at 500 Hillside Drive. Several other variance applications were postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved March 13 minutes (4-0)
• Withdrawn BZA-25-10 signage variance (4-0)
• Rejected BZA-25-11 swimming‑pool variance (2-2)
• Postponed BZA-25-12 front‑yard setback variance (3-1)
• Approved penalty for BZA-25-13 tree removal: replant three oaks and pay $2,100 (4-0)
• Postponed BZA-25-14 swimming‑pool variance (4-0)
• Approved BZA-25-18 tree removal variance: replant 12" hardwoods (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The North Myrtle Beach Planning Commission will consider a zoning text amendment to allow telecommunication towers up to 180 feet in height on city-owned or leased land. Also under review are a preliminary subdivision plat for 55 lots in the Bell Tract, a historic overlay application for a lot on 21st Avenue N, and a minor amendment to the Parkway Group Planned Development District. A street and right-of-way standards amendment has been postponed to a future meeting.

• ZTX-25-2: Zoning text amendment to allow telecommunication towers up to 180 ft on city-owned or leased land
• SUB-24-63: Preliminary plat for 55 residential lots, common area, and rights-of-way in Phase Three of the Bell Tract
• Z-25-3: Zoning map amendment to apply Historic Low-Density Residential Overlay (R-1H) to ±0.34 acres at 21st Avenue N and Paul Street
• STX-25-1: Land development regulations text amendment on street/rights-of-way standards (postponed)
• Z-25-5: Minor amendment to Parkway Group PDD revising amenities at Abrazo at Waterway Hills

The commission approved the Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX-25-2, which would allow the city to construct up to 185‑foot telecommunications towers in any zoning district, with a 4‑2 vote. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Horton, with Commissioners Cutuli and Wise voting against. The commission also approved a Minor Planned Development District Amendment Z‑25‑5, a Preliminary Subdivision Plat SUB‑24‑63, and a Zoning Map Overlay Request Z‑25‑3, each passing unanimously. The Land Development Regulations Text Amendment STX‑25‑1 was postponed, and the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX-25-2 (4-2)
• Approved Minor Planned Development District Amendment Z-25-5 (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat SUB-24-63 (6-0)
• Approved Zoning Map Overlay Request Z-25-3 (6-0)
• Postponed Land Development Regulations Text Amendment STX-25-1 (6-0)
• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)

Public Meeting Notice

The City of North Myrtle Beach is holding a meeting pursuant to Section 10-57 of the Code of Ordinances. The session concerns a potential contract for the construction of Fire Station Number 7.

• Dispute resolution regarding construction contract for Fire Station Number 7

City Council

The North Myrtle Beach City Council will hold an executive session for legal briefings on two lawsuits before the public meeting. In unfinished business, the council will vote on second readings of ordinances amending the Bahama Island Planned Development District (Phase Two) and the Parkway Group PDD (The Preserve), along with zoning changes for maximum parking standards. New business includes a first reading to amend zoning for minimum driveway length. The consent agenda approves several special events.

• Second reading: Amendment to Bahama Island Planned Development District revising Phase Two
• Second reading: Amendment to Parkway Group Planned Development District revising The Preserve
• Second reading: Amendment to Chapter 23 zoning addressing maximum parking standards
• First reading: Amendment to Chapter 23 zoning addressing minimum driveway length
• Executive session legal briefings on lawsuits: Moshoures vs. City and City vs. Sun TRS Ocean Club

The City Council adopted the March 17 meeting minutes and authorized an executive session for legal briefings. It approved four community events for 2025 and passed multiple development and zoning ordinances, including amendments to the Bahama Island and Parkway Group Planned Development Districts and changes to parking and driveway standards. All votes were recorded, with most measures passing unanimously.

• Approved executive session for legal briefings (6-0)
• Approved March 17 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved four community events (Anderson Estep Surf Competition, Wheel to Surf, Ocean Rescue Junior Lifeguard Camp, Pink Ribbon Run) (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Bahama Island Planned Development District Phase Two (7-0)
• Approved amended and restated development agreement for Bahama Island Phase Two (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Parkway Group Planned Development District (The Preserve) (6-1)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 23 zoning maximum parking standards (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 23 zoning minimum driveway length (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will make recommendations on three items: a zoning text amendment to allow telecommunications towers up to 180 feet on city-owned land, a text amendment setting minimum driveway lengths for residential uses, and a preliminary subdivision plat for 58 lots in Phase Three of the Bell Tract. The commission will also approve minutes from March 4 and hear public comment.

• ZTX-25-2: Allow telecommunications towers up to 180 ft on city-owned or leased land in any zoning district
• ZTX-25-3: Amend zoning ordinance to establish minimum driveway length for residential uses
• SUB-24-63: Major preliminary plat for 58 residential lots, common area, and rights-of-way in Bell Tract Phase Three

The Planning Commission approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTX-25-3, which sets minimum driveway lengths for residential uses, with an added condition about sidewalk obstruction. They postponed ZTX-25-2, which would allow telecommunication towers up to 180 feet on City-owned or leased land, to the next meeting for further discussion. A preliminary subdivision plat for 58 lots in the Bell Tract was also postponed at the applicant's request.

• Approved ZTX-25-3 driveway length amendment with added sidewalk obstruction wording (7-0)
• Postponed ZTX-25-2 telecommunications tower height amendment to next meeting (7-0)
• Postponed preliminary subdivision plat SUB-24-63 for 58 lots at applicant's request (7-0)

City Council

City Council will hold first readings for an amendment to the Bahama Island Planned Development District (Phase Two) and the associated development agreement, plus a second public hearing. They will also vote on second readings for fire code updates, a cable lease amendment, a one-month extension for a business at 1006 6th Avenue South, and annexation of ±0.86 acres on Riverside Drive. Two items related to The Preserve development have been postponed at staff's request. An executive session will discuss multiple ongoing lawsuits and the future city manager contract.

• First reading to amend Bahama Island PDD for Phase Two
• Second public hearing and first reading for Amended and Restated Development Agreement for Bahama Island Phase Two
• Second reading to adopt latest International Fire Code (Chapter 11)
• Second reading to approve Fifth Amendment to Midcon Cable lease
• First reading to amend Chapter 23 Zoning for maximum parking standards

The council approved the first reading of an ordinance revising the Bahama Island Planned Development District for Phase Two, allowing up to 137 detached homes with reduced density. It also approved the associated Amended and Restated Development Agreement, which includes fees per unit and required off-site road improvements. Several other items were postponed, including amendments to The Preserve PDD and its development agreement, due to incomplete application details.

• Approved Bahama Island PDD Phase Two revision (6-0)
• Approved Amended and Restated Development Agreement for Bahama Island Phase Two (6-0)
• Postponed Parkway Group PDD amendment for The Preserve (6-0)
• Postponed First Amendment to Parkway Group PDD Master Development Agreement (6-0)
• Approved adoption of current International Fire Code (6-0)
• Approved Fifth Amendment to Midcon Cable lease (6-0)
• Approved one-month extension for Rapid Weight Loss and Esthetics Center occupancy (6-0)
• Approved annexation and zoning for ±0.86 acres on Riverside Drive (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The North Myrtle Beach Board of Zoning Appeals will consider seven applications at its March 13, 2025 meeting. These include four variances to remove trees larger than 24 caliper inches, one variance to exceed maximum allowed signage, and two special exceptions for commonly owned amenities in multifamily districts.

• BZA-25-4: Variance to remove trees >24 caliper inches at Grande Dunes North phases 4–8a
• BZA-25-5: Variance to remove a tree >24 caliper inches at 313 23rd Avenue North
• BZA-25-6: Variance to remove a tree >24 caliper inches at 107 Cedar Avenue
• BZA-25-10: Variance to exceed maximum signage at 210 Highway 17 North (Highway Commercial, HC District)
• BZA-25-8 & 9: Special exceptions for commonly owned amenities at Sandridge Pod 2 and 3 off Champion’s Blvd (Mid-Rise Multifamily, R-2A District)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved five variances for tree removal, each with replacement conditions, and two special exceptions for amenity centers at Sandbridge Pods 2 and 3. A signage variance for Wells Fargo at 210 Highway 17 North was postponed to the next meeting. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved BZA-25-4 tree removal variance at Grande Dunes North with replanting conditions (6-0)
• Approved BZA-25-5 tree removal variance at 312-214 23rd Avenue North with replacement or payment (6-0)
• Approved BZA-25-6 tree removal variance at 107 Cedar Avenue with replanting or $1,350 tree bank payment (6-0)
• Approved BZA-25-7 tree removal variance at 1308 Holly Drive with replacement or $2,500 tree bank payment (6-0)
• Approved BZA-25-8 special exception for amenities at Sandbridge Pod 2 (6-0)
• Approved BZA-25-9 special exception for amenities at Sandbridge Pod 3 (6-0)
• Postponed BZA-25-10 signage variance at 210 Highway 17 North to next meeting (6-0)

City Council

The council will hold a second public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to amend the Parkway Group Planned Development District (PDD) Master Development Agreement, revising The Preserve. It will also consider a first-reading ordinance to extend by one month the occupancy of Rapid Weight Loss and Esthetics Center at 1006 6th Avenue South, a property recently acquired by the city.

• Second public hearing on First Amendment to Parkway Group PDD Master Development Agreement revising The Preserve
• First reading of ordinance to amend the PDD agreement and authorize Interim City Manager to sign
• First reading of ordinance to extend by one month the occupancy for Rapid Weight Loss and Esthetics Center at 1006 6th Avenue South

The City Council held a second public hearing on amendments to The Preserve development agreement, which would reduce residential units from 826 to 609 and adjust amenity completion triggers. Despite concerns from several council members about road design, green space, and density, the council approved the ordinance on first reading 6-0, with the mayor stating she would not support it at second reading unless changes are made. The council also approved a one-month extension for Rapid Weight Loss and Esthetics Center to occupy a city-owned building at 1006 6th Avenue South.

• Approved on first reading the First Amendment to the Parkway Group PDD Master Development Agreement for The Preserve, reducing residential units from 826 to 609, with a 6-0 vote.
• Approved a one-month extension for Rapid Weight Loss and Esthetics Center to occupy the building at 1006 6th Avenue South, with a 6-0 vote.
• Discussed concerns about the 85% amenity completion trigger for Indigo units, road design changes, and reduced green space, but no changes were made at this meeting.
• The developer indicated he would pull the project if the plan did not receive final approval at the March 17, 2025 meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a major amendment to the Bahama Island Planned Development District (PDD) to convert its second phase from an RV resort into a 137-lot single-family neighborhood called Long Bay Village. The commission will also hold the first of two public hearings on the associated development agreement and consider a text amendment to the zoning ordinance addressing maximum parking standards. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the February 4 and February 18 meetings.

• Major PDD amendment Z-25-2 converting phase two of Bahama Island from an RV resort to 137 single-family lots, including 35 waterfront lots on the Intracoastal Waterway
• First public hearing on a development agreement tied to the Bahama Island PDD amendment
• Zoning ordinance text amendment ZTX-25-1 to revise maximum parking standards
• Approval of minutes from the February 4 and February 18 Planning Commission meetings

The Planning Commission approved a major amendment (Z-25-2) to the Bahama Island Planned Development District, converting the previously approved 361-space RV resort into a single-family neighborhood with 137 lots, including 35 waterfront lots with private docks. The approval includes Public Works requests, with the developer agreeing to provide a plan showing a connection to C Versie Road for the next City Council meeting. The Commission also held the first public hearing on the associated development agreement and approved a zoning text amendment (ZTX-25-1) addressing maximum parking standards, with several clarifications added.

• Approved Major PDD amendment Z-25-2 converting RV resort to 137 single-family lots (7-0)
• Held first public hearing on amended development agreement for Bahama Island PDD
• Approved zoning text amendment ZTX-25-1 on parking standards with clarifications (7-0)
• Approved minutes from February 4 and February 18, 2025 meetings (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the adoption of the current International Fire Code and a lease amendment for Midcon Cable. Several items regarding The Preserve development are slated for postponement. The meeting includes an executive session for legal briefings.

• First reading of ordinance to adopt the current International Fire Code
• First reading of the Fifth Amendment to the Commercial Lease Agreement with Midcon Cable
• Motion to approve Ocean Drive Shag Club Beach Party on May 8, 2025
• Executive session regarding City of North Myrtle Beach vs. City of Myrtle Beach (2025-CP-26-00812)
• Postponed items regarding Parkway Group Planned Development District (The Preserve)

The council unanimously postponed three agenda items related to The Preserve planned development (second reading of the PDD amendment, second public hearing, and first reading of the master development agreement amendment) to a special meeting on March 10, 2025, at 1:30 PM. The postponement was due to the applicant submitting documents late for staff review. The council also approved consent items, first readings for fire code updates and a lease amendment with Midcon Cable, and entered executive session for legal briefings.

• Postponed The Preserve PDD amendment, public hearing, and MDA amendment to March 10 special meeting (7-0)
• Approved Ocean Drive Shag Club Beach Party on May 8, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of fire code amendment adopting current International Fire Code (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Fifth Amendment to Commercial Lease with Midcon Cable (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 17 and Feb 24 meetings (7-0)
• Entered executive session for legal briefings on city vs. Myrtle Beach case and potential lease (6-0)

City Council

This is a City Council workshop, not a formal meeting or public hearing, intended for council members to discuss topics among themselves. The sole discussion item is a proposed amendment to the Parkway Group Planned Development District (PDD) revising The Preserve. No decisions or votes will be taken at this workshop.

• Discussion of an amendment to the Parkway Group Planned Development District (PDD) revising The Preserve

The City Council held a workshop to discuss The Preserve development, focusing on driveway widths and density. No formal decisions were made; the developer presented options to widen rights-of-way from 20 to 25 feet, but council members expressed concerns about maneuverability and suggested removing units. The project remains pending for a vote at a future meeting.

• No formal decisions made at workshop
• Discussed widening right-of-way from 20 to 25 feet (proposal)
• Discussed eliminating 12-16 units to widen rights-of-way (staff estimate)
• Developer offered to add 1 foot of asphalt on each side of driveways (proposal)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two subdivision plats: a final plat for the Lauret Tract (Marshfield) creating 112 single-family lots with a $10,071,406.13 financial guarantee, and a preliminary plat for Grande Dunes North creating 76 duplex lots. Both items are on the consent agenda.

• Final subdivision plat SUB-24-77: 112 single-family lots, common areas, pump station, and public rights-of-way in Phase 1 of Lauret Tract (Marshfield), with a $10,071,406.13 financial guarantee.
• Preliminary subdivision plat SUB-24-87: 38 blocks for 76 duplex lots and private rights-of-way in Phase 1 of Grande Dunes North.
• Public hearing and comment period open for both items.

The Planning Commission approved two final subdivision plats: one creating 112 single-family lots in Phase One of The Lauret Tract (Marshfield) and another creating 38 blocks for 76 duplex lots in Phase One of Grande Dunes North. Both items were approved together in a 6-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved final subdivision plat SUB-24-77 for 112 single-family lots in The Lauret Tract (Marshfield) (6-0)
• Approved final subdivision plat SUB-24-87 for 76 duplex lots in Grande Dunes North (6-0)

City Council

The North Myrtle Beach City Council will hold second readings on six zoning and code amendments, including rules for structures projecting into yards, perimeter landscaping, parking flexibility, vehicle immobilization fees, and parking fee exemptions. They will also hold a first reading and second public hearing on a development agreement for The Preserve within the Parkway Group Planned Development District. The meeting begins with an executive session on potential property acquisitions.

• Executive session for legal briefing on potential property acquisitions
• Second reading: amendments to Chapter 23 zoning for structures projecting into required yards, perimeter landscaping, and parking flexibility in overlay zone
• Second reading: amendments to Chapter 22 (vehicles for hire) capping nonconsensual immobilization charges
• Second reading: amendment to Chapter 21 traffic code for annual parking fee exemption
• First reading and second public hearing on development agreement for The Preserve in Parkway Group PDD

The Council approved six second-reading ordinances, including zoning amendments for structures in yards, landscape requirements, parking flexibility, vehicle immobilization fees, and parking fee exemptions for mobile-home owners and Horry County residents. It also approved a first reading for The Preserve PDD amendment, reducing density by 191 units, with a 5-1 vote, and postponed related items to the next meeting.

• Approved zoning amendment for structures projecting into required yards (6-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for perimeter landscape requirements (6-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for parking flexibility in overlay zone (6-0)
• Approved vehicle immobilization fee amendment (6-0)
• Approved parking fee exemption amendment for mobile-home owners and increased Horry County passes to 500 (5-0)
• Approved Parkway Group PDD amendment for Wax Myrtle at Waterside (6-0)
• Approved first reading of The Preserve PDD amendment reducing density by 191 units (5-1)
• Postponed The Preserve development agreement and related ordinance to next meeting (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear four items: one variance for a side yard setback at 1301 Shore Drive, two special exceptions for a climate-controlled storage facility and an alcohol permit for a restaurant, and one variance for a front yard setback for a staircase. The applicants seek approvals to deviate from zoning regulations in various districts.

• Variance #41-24: Jessica Black requests a side yard setback variance at 1301 Shore Drive (R-3 district).
• BZA-25-1: Chad Hatley seeks a special exception to build a climate-controlled storage facility near Robert Edge Parkway and Hwy 90 (HC district).
• BZA-25-1: Shana Bryon applies for a special exception to allow on-site alcohol consumption at a restaurant/entertainment facility at 3607 Highway 17 South (HC district).
• BZA-25-3: Sergii Soshka requests a front yard setback variance for a staircase at 207 30th Avenue North (R-4 district).

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved all four applications on the agenda: a variance for a modular home at 1301 Shore Drive, a special exception for a climate-controlled storage facility near Robert Edge Parkway and Hwy. 90, a special exception for on-site alcohol consumption at a proposed restaurant at 3607 Highway 17 South, and a variance for a front yard staircase at 207 30th Avenue North. All votes were unanimous except for the alcohol exception, which passed 6-1. The board also approved the January 9, 2025 meeting minutes 6-0.

• Approved variance V41-24 for side setback encroachment at 1301 Shore Drive (7-0)
• Approved special exception BZA-25-1 for climate-controlled storage facility near Robert Edge Parkway and Hwy. 90 (6-0)
• Approved special exception BZA-25-2 for on-site alcohol consumption at 3607 Highway 17 South (6-1)
• Approved variance BZA-25-4 for front yard staircase at 207 30th Avenue North (7-0)
• Approved minutes of January 9, 2025 meeting (6-0)

City Council

This special called meeting has one business item: a resolution to approve an agreement with Colin Baenziger and Associates for professional recruitment services. The council will decide whether to authorize the mayor to sign the contract. A public comment period of up to 30 minutes is included.

• Resolution to approve an executive search services agreement with Colin Baenziger and Associates

The City Council approved a resolution to enter into an agreement with Colin Baenziger and Associates for professional recruitment services, authorizing the Mayor to sign the document. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned shortly after.

• Approved agreement with Colin Baenziger and Associates for recruitment services (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign the agreement (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a major amendment to the Parkway Group Planned Development District regarding the Preserve. The body will also review three final subdivision plats for residential lots and public rights-of-way.

• Major Planned Development District amendment Z-25-1 for the Parkway Group (the Preserve)
• Final subdivision plat SUB-24-62 for three lots at Waterside Amenity Area
• Final subdivision plat SUB-24-87 for 41 residential lots in Rosewood at Waterside
• Final subdivision plat SUB-25-1 for 82 residential lots in Forestwood (Bell Tract)
• Public hearing for Development Agreement Z-25-1 (Withdrawn by Staff)

The Planning Commission approved a major amendment to the Parkway Group Planned Development District (PDD) for The Preserve, increasing dwelling units from 207 to 251 and removing the commercial component. The motion passed 6-0, with Public Works comments noted to City Council. The commission also approved three final subdivision plats and the meeting minutes.

• Approved Major PDD Amendment Z-25-1 for The Preserve, increasing units to 251 (6-0)
• Approved final subdivision plat SUB-24-62 creating 3 lots at Waterside Amenity Area (6-0)
• Approved final subdivision plat SUB-24-87 creating 41 lots in Rosewood at Waterside Phase One (6-0)
• Approved final subdivision plat SUB-25-1 creating 82 lots in Forestwood Phase Two (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 7, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Withdrew first public hearing on Development Agreement for Z-25-1

City Council

The City Council will meet on February 3, 2025, starting with an executive session on several lawsuits and a city manager search. In the public session, they will consider consent items including purchasing an office building at 1006 6th Avenue South and accepting a settlement from Airbnb. Unfinished business includes a second reading to add a sketch plan step for major subdivisions. New business features six first-reading ordinances on zoning, parking, vehicle-immobilization fees, parking citations, and a property exchange to relocate Fire Station #2 in Cherry Grove.

• Consent resolution to purchase the professional office building at 1006 6th Avenue South
• Consent resolution to accept an Airbnb settlement from the lawsuit City of Charleston et al. vs. Airbnb (2021-CP-10-1650)
• Second reading: Amendments to Chapter 20 to create a sketch plan step for major subdivisions
• First reading: Property exchange of current Fire Station #2 lots (PINs 35116030130/35116030129) for a new site (PIN 35116020055) near Sea Mountain Highway
• First reading: Amendments to Chapter 23 on structures projecting into yards, perimeter landscaping, and parking flexibility in overlay zones

The North Myrtle Beach City Council approved the purchase of a professional office building at 1006 6th Avenue South for $700,000, and accepted a $2,034,978 settlement from Airbnb in a multi-city lawsuit. The council also passed several zoning and ordinance amendments, including creating a sketch plan step for major subdivisions, allowing ramps/lifts to encroach into setbacks, restoring landscape buffer requirements, and extending parking fee-in-lieu options. All votes were unanimous except one (6-0) where a councilman recused.

• Approved purchase of office building at 1006 6th Avenue South for $700,000 (7-0)
• Accepted Airbnb settlement of $2,034,978 after legal fees (7-0)
• Approved second reading of ordinance adding sketch plan step for major subdivisions (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning amendment allowing ramps/lifts to encroach 50% into setbacks (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning amendment restoring 10' landscape buffer along major roads (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning amendment extending parking fee-in-lieu option to other overlay zones (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance legalizing additional $75 immobilization device charge (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance increasing Horry County resident parking passes to 500 (6-0, Skidmore recused)

City Council

The North Myrtle Beach City Council is holding a workshop to discuss two proposed amendments to the Parkway Group Planned Development District (PDD): one revising neighborhood three (Wax Myrtle) at Waterside, and another revising The Preserve. This is a discussion-only workshop, not a formal meeting or public hearing, so no votes or public input are required.

• Amendment to Parkway Group PDD revising neighborhood three (Wax Myrtle) at Waterside
• Amendment to Parkway Group PDD revising The Preserve

The City Council held a workshop to discuss changes to the Wax Myrtle and The Preserve developments. Council members expressed concerns about density, buffers, and commercial elements, and requested revised plans. No formal votes were taken; the developers agreed to bring updated plans to the next meeting.

• Discussed Wax Myrtle plan changes, including span bridge and density increase from 89 to 100 homes
• Council agreed to reduce Wax Myrtle density to 97 lots by combining lots and adding water access
• Discussed The Preserve plan, reducing units from 804 to 613 and removing commercial element
• Requested revised plans be brought back before the next meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss a potential contract for a City Manager search firm. This is the only substantive item on the agenda. No decisions are scheduled to be made in open session.

• Discussion of potential contract for City Manager search firm

The City Council met in special session and voted 5-0 to enter executive session to discuss a potential contract for a city manager search firm. No votes were taken during the session, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Entered executive session to discuss city manager search firm contract (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear three variance applications: side yard setback for a cargo lift, removal of a large tree, and encroachment into a side yard. All items are under new business; no votes are scheduled on procedural matters.

• Variance #V29-24: Side yard setback for a cargo lift at 338 46th Avenue North (R-1 district)
• Variance #40-24: Removal of a tree exceeding 24 caliper inches at 4912 Bucks Bluff Drive (PDD district)
• Variance #41-24: Encroachment into side yard setback at 1301 Shore Drive (R-3 district)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance allowing removal of a 28-inch tree at 4912 Bucks Bluff Drive, with conditions including a $1,400 tree bank payment or replanting 14 inches of oak trees, and protection of other trees. The board also withdrew a variance application for a cargo lift at 338 46th Avenue North due to the applicant's repeated absence, and postponed a variance request for 1301 Shore Drive to the next meeting.

• Approved Variance #V40-24 for tree removal at 4912 Bucks Bluff Drive with conditions (6-0)
• Withdrew Variance #V29-24 for cargo lift at 338 46th Avenue North due to applicant absence (6-0)
• Postponed Variance #V41-24 for side yard encroachment at 1301 Shore Drive (6-0)
• Approved minutes of December 12, 2024 meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider three zoning text amendments addressing structures in required yards, perimeter landscaping, and parking flexibility near historic commercial centers. They will also review preliminary and final subdivision plats for several large residential developments, including a 140-lot project off Marshfield Road and multiple phases in Grande Dunes North. The meeting includes election of officers and a public comment period.

• Zoning text amendment ZTX-24-2 to allow accessible ramps/lifts projecting into required yards
• Zoning text amendment ZTX-24-4 for parking flexibility around historic commercial centers and overlay zones
• Preliminary plat SUB-24-47: 140 residential lots off Marshfield Road (Lauret Tract Phase Two)
• Preliminary plats SUB-24-66 and SUB-24-68: 21 and 72 lots in Grande Dunes North (Phases Four and Five)
• Final plats SUB-24-36 and SUB-24-85: 78 lots in SeaChase Pointe Phase Two and 45 lots in Southwind Cove

The Planning Commission unanimously approved three zoning ordinance text amendments (ZTX-24-2, ZTX-24-3, ZTX-24-4) addressing yard projections, landscape requirements, and parking flexibility. It also approved five subdivision plats, including major preliminary plats for 140 lots off Marshfield Road, 21 and 72 lots in Grande Dunes North, and final plats for 78 lots in Seachase Pointe and 45 lots in Southwind Cove. The Southwind Cove final plat passed 5-2, with Commissioners Gosiewski and Edwards voting nay.

• Approved zoning text amendment ZTX-24-2 allowing accessible ramps, home elevators, and lifts in yards (7-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment ZTX-24-3 requiring 10' landscape depth along certain roads for commercial properties (7-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment ZTX-24-4 allowing fee-in-lieu of parking in activity centers (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat SUB-24-47 for 140 townhome lots off Marshfield Road (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat SUB-24-66 for 21 townhome lots in Grande Dunes North (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat SUB-24-68 for 72 single-family lots in Grande Dunes North (7-0)
• Approved final plat SUB-24-83 for 78 lots in Seachase Pointe (7-0)
• Approved final plat SUB-24-85 for 45 lots in Southwind Cove (5-2)

City Council

This is a City Council workshop, not a formal meeting or public hearing. The council will discuss short-term rentals among themselves, with no votes or public input required.

• Discussion of short-term rental regulations

The City Council held a workshop to study short-term rental regulations, with no formal action taken. Interim City Manager Ryan Fabbri and Brandon Cox of Elliott Realty presented ideas for a possible ordinance, including requirements for a responsible local agent, a public registry, and a 'Good Neighbor' brochure. Council members and the public discussed concerns about response times, signage, and enforcement. Staff will meet with realty agencies, property managers, and homeowners to draft a new ordinance before the spring rental season.

• No formal action taken; workshop held to study short-term rental ordinance
• Staff directed to meet with realty agencies, property managers, and homeowners to draft new ordinance
• Discussed requiring responsible local agent available 24/7 within 1 hour
• Discussed potential signage requirement for rental units
• Discussed penalties for non-compliance, including possible license revocation

City Council

The North Myrtle Beach City Council will hold a discussion on short-term rentals, including a presentation from Elliott Realty and a draft ordinance that would require a local agent for short-term rental properties. No votes are scheduled; the item is listed for discussion only.

• Elliott Realty presentation regarding short-term rentals
• Draft ordinance requiring a local agent for short-term rental properties (1.7.2025 ELLIOTT REALTY DRAFT LOCAL AGENT ORD 1.4.25.PDF)
• Discussion-only item on the amended agenda

The City Council held a workshop to discuss a proposed short-term rental ordinance, with no formal action taken. The discussion included a presentation by Brandon Cox of Elliott Realty, covering requirements for a responsible local agent, a 'Good Neighbor' brochure, and a public registry. Council members and staff raised concerns about the 30-mile radius, response times, signage, and penalties, and agreed to continue discussions with stakeholders before drafting a new ordinance.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only
• Discussed proposed short-term rental ordinance with local agent requirements
• Agreed to hold further meetings with realty agencies and property managers
• Agreed to include individual homeowners in future discussions

City Council

The council will hold an executive session to review the city attorney's performance and discuss property acquisitions. In open session, they will consider a second reading to annex and zone ±13.32 acres on Tom E Chestnut Road, amendments to building inspection fees and tree replacement values, and a first reading to revise the Parkway Group Planned Development District (The Preserve). Also on the agenda: a mutual aid agreement with Myrtle Beach, a proclamation for Back the Blue Month, and a motion to change meeting time to 6:00 PM.

• Annexation and zoning designation for ±13.32 acres on Tom E Chestnut Road (second reading)
• Amendment to Chapter 6 addressing building reinspection fees (second reading)
• Amendment to Chapter 23 addressing tree replacement value (second reading)
• Amendment to Parkway Group Planned Development District revising The Preserve (first reading)
• Motion to change City Council meeting time from 7:00 PM to 6:00 PM

The City Council postponed a proposed amendment to the Parkway Group Planned Development District (The Preserve) to a workshop, along with related items, after concerns about increased density and removal of commercial space. The Council also approved several ordinances, including annexation, reinspection fees, tree replacement value, and a sketch plan step for subdivisions, and changed the meeting time to 6:00 PM.

• Approved MOU with Myrtle Beach for mutual public safety assistance (7-0)
• Approved annexation and zoning for ±13.32 acres on Tom E Chestnut Road (7-0)
• Approved reinspection fee amendment to Chapter 6 (4-0, with three recusals)
• Approved tree replacement value amendment to Chapter 23 (7-0)
• Postponed The Preserve PDD amendment to a workshop (7-0)
• Postponed The Preserve development agreement amendment to a workshop (7-0)
• Approved sketch plan step for major subdivisions (7-0)
• Approved changing Council meeting time to 6:00 PM (7-0)