Port Royal public meetings in 2024

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will hold a regular meeting with first and second readings of ordinances to convey town-owned property for sidewalk construction, and a second reading of an ordinance amending short-term rental regulations. The Council will also consider resolutions to approve ARPA fund expenditures for fiscal year 2024-2025 and authorize a federal transit grant application. Other actions include approving the 2025 meeting calendar, amendments to the Housing Trust Agreement, and a Christmas Day off for employees.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-20 to convey parcels at 705 & 701 14th Street and 1508 Old Shell Road (438 ft) for sidewalk construction.
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-18 to convey parcel at 1006 12th Street (45 ft) for sidewalk construction.
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-19 amending Chapter 12, Article V on short-term rentals.
• Resolution 15-2024 approving expenditure of ARPA funds for fiscal year 2024-2025.
• Resolution 16-2024 authorizing Lowcountry Regional Transportation Authority to apply for federal transit funds.

The Port Royal Town Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2024-19 amending the short-term rental code, Resolution 15-2024 for ARPA fund expenditures, and Resolution 16-2024 authorizing federal transit funding applications. They also approved two property conveyances for sidewalk construction, the 2025 meeting calendar, and amendments to the Housing Trust Agreement with Beaufort County. No public comments were made on agenda items.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-19 amending short-term rental regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 15-2024 for ARPA fund expenditures FY 2024/2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 16-2024 authorizing federal transit funding applications (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-20 to convey property at 705 & 701 14th St and 1508 Old Shell Rd (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2024-18 to convey property at 1006 12th St (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Council Meeting Calendar (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Housing Trust Agreement with Beaufort County (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Nov 6 and Nov 13 meetings (unanimous)

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing to consider two ordinances: one to convey a 45-foot parcel at 1006 12th Street for sidewalk construction, and another to amend the town's short-term rental regulations. Public comments will be taken on both items.

• Ordinance 2024-18: Authorizes convey of excess real property at 1006 12th Street (45 ft) for sidewalk construction
• Ordinance 2024-19: Amends Chapter 12, Article V governing short-term rentals in Port Royal

The Town Council held a public hearing on December 11, 2024, to receive comments on two proposed ordinances: one to authorize the Town Manager to convey excess property for sidewalk construction, and another to amend the short-term rental regulations. No votes or decisions were made during the hearing; it was solely for public input. Eight residents spoke on the short-term rental ordinance.

• No decisions made; public hearing only

Sands Beach Park Taskforce

The Sands Beach Park Taskforce will meet on December 5, 2024. The agenda includes call to order, approval of minutes, and an open discussion period. No specific proposals or decisions are listed, making this a procedural session.

• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2024
• Open discussion (no listed topics)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a Short Term Rental Ordinance. The body is tasked with providing a recommendation on this ordinance to the Town Council.

• Recommendation to Town Council regarding Short Term Rental Ordinance

Planning Commission

The Port Royal Planning Commission will hold a work session to receive a presentation from the Beaufort Jasper Regional Housing Trust and discuss a review of the town's municipal code with consultant Lauren Kelly of Moser Design Group. No votes are expected; the session is for information and discussion only.

• Presentation by Beaufort Jasper Regional Housing Trust
• Discussion of Port Royal Code Review with Lauren Kelly (Moser Design Group)

The Port Royal Planning Commission held a work session on November 25, 2024, featuring a presentation from the Beaufort Jasper Regional Housing Trust. The commission also discussed proposed amendments to articles 2, 3, 4, and 5, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded.

• Heard presentation from Beaufort Jasper Regional Housing Trust
• Discussed proposed amendments to articles 2, 3, 4, 5

Sands Beach Park Taskforce

The Sands Beach Park Taskforce will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from November 7 and discuss an on-site visit to the park. No votes or formal decisions are on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.

• On-site visit discussion for Sands Beach Park
• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2024

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission will appoint a new chair, approve minutes from May 2024, and discuss updating the Port Royal Historic Landmark List for a Town Walking Tour brochure. No other substantive actions are scheduled.

• Appoint new chair for the commission
• Approve minutes from May 21, 2024
• Discuss the Port Royal Historic Landmark List for a walking tour brochure

Redevelopment Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no specific projects, contracts, or ordinances listed for decision or discussion.

Town Council

The Town Council is discussing an ordinance to amend short-term rental regulations, including a 6% cap on rentals per district and a point-based nuisance system. The body is also considering property acquisitions and repairs to the Sands Beach Boardwalk.

• Ordinance 2024-19: Proposed short-term rental amendments including a 6% district cap and business license requirements
• Ordinance 2024-18: Authorization to convey excess real property at 1006 12th Street for sidewalk construction
• Resolution 13-2024: Approval of ARPA fund expenditures for fiscal year 2024-2025
• Approval of repairs to Sands Beach Boardwalk and Tower following Hurricane Helene
• Approval of property purchase and amendment to Cherry Hill Park MOA

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider approving the minutes of the October 3, 2024 meeting and then review a landmark tree removal request for property described as District 110, Map 11, Parcel 359. The applicant is Mike Larrow, with design by Allison Ramsey. No other business is scheduled.

• Review of a landmark tree removal request for parcel District 110, Map 11, Parcel 359 (Mike Larrow applicant, Allison Ramsey design)
• Approval of minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting

Sands Beach Park Taskforce

The Sands Beach Park Taskforce is meeting to discuss the review of a proposed park. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of proposed park

Town Council

This workshop includes a presentation on a deputy police chief promotion, updates on community events, and a review of the upcoming council meeting agenda. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters and a potential property purchase, with possible action following.

• Deputy Police Chief Promotion
• Touch A Truck event – Kirsten Denny with Junior Service League
• 3rd Annual Beaufort County First Responder Food Drive – Ginger Marshall with Beaufort County EMS
• Executive session on personnel matters
• Executive session on property purchase

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss an update to the Port Royal Code Review. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion of Port Royal Code Review Update

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will discuss the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance and consider approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discussion of the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2024

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will hold a discussion on the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance. This is the primary substantive item on the agenda, alongside approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Discussion of 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2024 meeting

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will review minutes from August and hold a discussion regarding 303 Associates. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review and approval of August meeting minutes
• Discussion of 303 Associates

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will meet to discuss the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and miscellaneous items.

• Discussion of the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a second reading of Ordinance 2024-14 to amend Chapter 20 (Trees) of the town code. The meeting also includes proclamations, an oath of office for the police chief, and appointments to the Planning Commission and the Citizens Oversight Committee.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-14 amending Chapter 20 'Trees'
• Proclamation recognizing heroism by Amber Nieves and Kertrina Williams
• Proclamation declaring October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Oath of office for Police Chief T. Alan Beach
• Appointments to Planning Commission (1) and Citizens Oversight Committee of 2024 Sales and Use Tax Projects (1)

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will discuss the 2019 Short-term Rental Ordinance and consider approval of minutes from three previous meetings. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 5, 12, and 19, 2024
• Discussion of the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review and potentially grant final approval of the site plan and landscape plan for London Square, a development at 1310 London Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the July 18, 2024 meeting. Public comment will be heard on each agenda item.

• Review of Site Plan and Landscape Plan for London Square at 1310 London Avenue (Final Approval) – Applicant: Jake Investments LLC; Design: Moser Design Group / M Brock Designs

Town Council

This is a council workshop, not a regular voting meeting. The council will hear presentations from the Old Village Association, Friends of the Cypress Wetlands, and Cherry Hill Oak. They will interview a candidate for a Planning Commission appointment, hold an executive session on personnel for a committee decision, and possibly take action afterward. The workshop also includes a public comment period and a review of the October 9 council meeting agenda.

• Presentation by Old Village Association – Nancy Plank
• Presentation by Friends of the Cypress Wetlands – Scot Clark
• Presentation by Cherry Hill Oak – Hope Cunningham
• Interview for Planning Commission appointment
• Executive session on personnel for committee decision

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a proposed change to the local code. The discussion focuses on amending the section of the Code of Ordinances pertaining to trees.

• Ordinance 2024-14: amendment to Chapter 20 'Trees' of the Code of Ordinances

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will approve minutes from three prior meetings and discuss the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance. The meeting is primarily a discussion item with no proposed actions listed beyond the ordinance review.

• Approval of minutes from September 5, 12, and 19, 2024
• Discussion of the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce is meeting to discuss the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance. The body will also review and approve minutes from the September 5, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance
• Approval of September 5, 2024 meeting minutes

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission is holding a routine procedural meeting. The only action item is review and approval of the August meeting minutes. No new business, old business, or specific items are listed on the agenda.

• Review and approval of August meeting minutes

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will meet to discuss the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting on September 5, 2024. This is a discussion item only; no decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from September 5, 2024

The Short-term Rental Taskforce reviewed and amended the draft ordinance, changing permitted zones, minimum stay, guest limits, and property management requirements. No final decisions were made; the taskforce will discuss transfer of permits, caps, and inactive licenses at a future meeting.

• Amended Section a: short-term rentals permitted in all transect zones except T1NP
• Amended Section b: minimum stay set to 2 nights, maximum 29 consecutive nights
• Amended Section e: guest limits set to 2 per bedroom plus 2 for primary houses, 4 plus 2 for ADUs
• Amended Section f: local property manager required if owner lives 2 hours or more away
• Amended Section h: rental rules, garbage/recycling schedules, and noise ordinance info must be in unit
• Amended Section j: annual licensing renewal requires owner certification of compliance; inspections possible at least every 5 years
• Added requirement: unique number assigned to each rental unit for marketing platforms

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 20 (Trees) to update tree protection standards. Second readings include authorizing conveyance of property at 1202 15th Street for sidewalk construction and removing personal storage facilities from permitted uses in the T4 Neighborhood Center zoning district. Council will also vote on appointments to the Sands Beach Park Taskforce, a contract for 12th Street sidewalk construction, approval of the Paris Avenue Streetscape Improvement CDBG Grant design, and the Casablanca Park Playground. Additionally, the council will hear introductions of police chief finalists.

• First reading of ordinance 2024-14 to amend Chapter 20 'Trees' of the town code
• Second reading of ordinance 2024-15 to convey excess property (1202 15th St., 75 ft on 15th St. & 100 ft on Columbia Ave.) for sidewalk construction
• Second reading of ordinance 2024-16 to remove personal storage facilities from T4 Neighborhood Center – Open Zoning District
• Approval of 12th Street sidewalk construction contract
• Approval of Paris Avenue Streetscape Improvement CDBG Grant project design

The Port Royal Town Council held its regular meeting on September 11, 2024, and took several unanimous actions. It approved an ordinance to remove personal storage facilities from permitted uses in the T4 Neighborhood Center-Open Zoning District (second reading), and also approved an ordinance to amend Chapter 20 'Trees' (first reading). The council approved the conveyance of excess property for sidewalk construction, appointed six members to the Sands Beach Park Taskforce, approved the 12th Street sidewalk construction contract, approved the first phase of the Paris Avenue Streetscape Improvement CDBG Grant Project design, and approved the Casablanca Park Playground up to $50,000. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-16 removing personal storage facilities from T4 Neighborhood Center-Open Zoning District (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-14 amending Chapter 20 'Trees' (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-15 authorizing conveyance of excess property at 1202 15th Street for sidewalks (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Barbara Berry, Charles Russo, Dean Moss, Harriet Witt, Janet Shelley, and Tricia Fydrich to Sands Beach Park Taskforce (unanimous)
• Approved 12th Street sidewalk construction contract (unanimous)
• Approved first phase design of Paris Avenue Streetscape Improvement CDBG Grant Project (unanimous)
• Approved Casablanca Park Playground up to $50,000 (unanimous)

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will discuss the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 29, 2024. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Discussion of the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance

The Port Royal Short-term Rental Taskforce reviewed and revised the draft short-term rental ordinance, making several substantive changes. They removed boats as a permitted rental type, added a definition from the 2019 draft, and agreed to permit short-term rentals in all transect zones except T1NP, with a cap of 8% of lots per district for non-owner-occupied properties. They also set occupancy limits, prohibited large gatherings of 25 or more without Town Manager approval, and required a unique number for advertising. The transfer of permits will be discussed at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from August 29, 2024
• Removed boats as a potential short-term rental
• Added original short-term rental definitions from 2019 draft
• Permitted short-term rentals in all transect zones except T1NP
• Limited non-owner-occupied short-term rentals to 8% of lots per district
• Set occupancy at two per bedroom plus two additional people per unit
• Prohibited gatherings of 25 or more unless approved by Town Manager
• Required a unique number for advertising upon application approval

Town Council

This is a Council Workshop session for presentations and discussions. Topics include a retirement presentation for Police Chief Alan Beach and a presentation on Paris Avenue Street Improvement. The Council will also interview applicants for the Sands Beach Park Taskforce and review the agenda for the September 11 Council Meeting. An executive session on personnel is scheduled, with possible action afterward.

• Retirement presentation for Police Chief Alan Beach
• Paris Avenue Street Improvement presentation by Michael Klink and Josh Tiller
• Interviews for Sands Beach Park Taskforce
• Review of September 11, 2024 Council Meeting agenda
• Executive session on personnel

The Port Royal Town Council held a workshop on September 4, 2024, honoring Police Chief Alan Beach's retirement with a plaque. Council interviewed six candidates for the Sands Beach Park Taskforce and received updates on several projects, including a proposed $1.5 million natural causeway at Sands Beach. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was entering and exiting executive session, with no action taken afterward.

• Honored Police Chief Alan Beach with a commemorative plaque for 37 years of service
• Interviewed six candidates for the Sands Beach Park Taskforce
• Entered executive session for personnel discussion (unanimous)
• Exited executive session with no action taken

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council holds a public hearing on two ordinances: one authorizing the conveyance of a parcel at 1202 15th Street for sidewalk construction, and another removing personal storage facilities as permitted uses in the T4 Neighborhood Center – Opening Zoning District. Residents may speak for up to three minutes after submitting speaker forms.

• Ordinance 2024-15: Authorize conveyance of Beaufort County Tax District 110, Map 10, Parcel 0074 (1202 15th Street) for sidewalk construction.
• Ordinance 2024-16: Remove personal storage facilities from permitted uses in T4 Neighborhood Center – Opening Zoning District.
• Public hearing with three-minute speaker limit for agenda items.

The Port Royal Town Council held a public hearing on September 4, 2024, to receive comments on two proposed ordinances: one to authorize the Town Manager to convey excess real property for sidewalk construction at 1202 15th Street, and another to remove personal storage facilities from permitted uses in the T4 Neighborhood Center zoning district. Nine residents spoke on Ordinance 2024-16. No votes or decisions were made during the hearing.

• Public hearing held on Ordinance 2024-15 (sidewalk property conveyance) — no action taken
• Public hearing held on Ordinance 2024-16 (storage facility use removal) — no action taken

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will discuss the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance. This is a discussion item, not a decision. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discussion of the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from August 23, 2024

The Short-term Rental Taskforce reviewed the City of Beaufort's short-term rental ordinance and agreed on the purpose of a new ordinance to protect public health, safety, and general welfare. The drafted ordinance will be formatted similarly to Beaufort's. The taskforce also discussed license revocation, fines for unlicensed operation, and public questions about the moratorium and dual licenses.

• Approved minutes from August 23, 2024 meeting
• Agreed on ordinance purpose: protect public health, safety, and general welfare
• Drafted ordinance to be formatted similarly to City of Beaufort's ordinance
• Discussed license revocation for sales, conversions, or non-renewal
• Noted $1,086.50 fine for operating without a valid business license
• Requested updated map of 102 licensed short-term rentals

Planning Commission

The Port Royal Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss updates regarding the Port Royal Code Review.

• Discussion of Port Royal Code Review Update

The Port Royal Planning Commission held a work session to discuss proposed amendments to articles 2, 3, 4, and 5 of the town code. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was for discussion only.

• Discussed proposed amendments to articles 2, 3, 4, 5 (no action taken)

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will discuss the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance, the main substantive item on the agenda. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 15, 2024, and routine procedural items. No other decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Discussion of 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2024

Redevelopment Commission

This is a largely procedural meeting of the Port Royal Redevelopment Commission. The agenda includes approval of July meeting minutes, followed by old business, new business, and miscellaneous items. No specific projects, contracts, or votes are detailed in the agenda.

• Review and approval of July meeting minutes
• Old business discussion
• New business discussion

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission approved its July minutes and unanimously voted to request that the Town Council grant it jurisdiction over Paris Avenue and Edinburgh. The board also unanimously passed a motion to request that town staff provide names and contact information of vacant landowners for future development outreach. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July meeting minutes without changes
• Unanimously voted to request Town Council jurisdiction over Paris Avenue and Edinburgh
• Unanimously passed motion to request vacant landowner contact info from town staff

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will meet to discuss the 2019 ordinance governing short-term rentals. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and miscellaneous business.

• Discussion of the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance

The taskforce agreed to recommend a maximum occupancy policy of two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons per unit for short-term rentals, though age-related exemptions for infants and toddlers were suggested. They also discussed software glitches causing licensing data discrepancies and agreed to verify property counts and maps manually. No formal ordinance was adopted; the items remain under discussion.

• Approved minutes from August 8, 2024 meeting
• Agreed to recommend 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 per unit occupancy policy (discussion only)
• Agreed to verify short-term rental property counts and maps manually
• Discussed clarifying legal liability for safety inspection items not codified in ordinance

Town Council

Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 2024-16 to remove personal storage facilities from permitted uses in the T4 Neighborhood Center – Open Zoning District. A resolution (11-2024) approving expenditure of ARPA funds for fiscal year 2024/2025 will also be considered. Additionally, a presentation on an amended Tree Ordinance is scheduled.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-16 removing personal storage from T4 Neighborhood Center Open zoning
• Resolution 11-2024 approving ARPA fund expenditure for FY 2024/2025
• Presentation on amended Tree Ordinance by Noah Krepps
• Approval of minutes from retreat, public hearing, workshop, and meeting dates in early 2024
• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items (limited to 3 minutes per speaker)

The Port Royal Town Council unanimously approved an ordinance removing personal storage facilities from permitted uses in the T4 Neighborhood Center zoning district, and passed a resolution approving ARPA fund expenditures for fiscal year 2024/2025. The meeting also included updates on the tree ordinance, capital projects, and the police chief search, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-16 removing personal storage from T4 zoning (unanimous)
• Passed Resolution 11-2024 approving ARPA fund expenditures for FY 2024/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 3 and July 10, 2024 meetings (unanimous)

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce is meeting to discuss the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance. The body will also review minutes from the July 25, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance

The Short-term Rental Taskforce approved the July 25, 2024 minutes and agreed to multiple revisions to the 2019 Draft Ordinance, including removing the emergency contact display requirement, revising the large gathering limit to 25 or more, and deleting the monitored fire alarm section. The decision on permit transfers was deferred to the August 15th meeting pending review of a rental management software map.

• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Removed emergency contact display requirement from Rental Rules (redundant with safety inspection)
• Revised Section A (vii) to prohibit gatherings of 25 or more
• Added 'Compliance with the Town's Parking Ordinance' to Section A
• Removed first sentence of Section B Property Management Plan
• Removed Section D Monitored Fire Alarm; added smoke alarm and CO detector requirements to safety inspection checklist
• Added Coast Guard Auxiliary Vessel Safety Check requirement for boat-based rentals in Section F
• Deferred permit transfer decision to August 15th meeting

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss two main items: the Deckard/Rentalscape software and the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance. No votes or decisions are scheduled beyond discussion.

• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2024
• Discussion of Deckard/Rentalscape software for short-term rental management
• Discussion of the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance

The Short-term Rental Taskforce met and approved the July 18 minutes. They reviewed the 2019 draft ordinance, discussing additional rental fees, on-site parking requirements, occupancy limits, and posting rules. No final decisions were made; the software review was postponed, and a decision on unique rental identifiers was deferred.

• Approved July 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Postponed Deckard/Rentalscape software review pending more info
• Agreed on-site parking should be provided when possible, with allowances
• Confirmed maximum occupancy: 2 per bedroom plus 2 additional guests
• Deferred decision on unique rental identifiers until software confirmed

Planning Commission

The Port Royal Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a text amendment to remove Personal Storage Facilities from permitted uses in the T4 Neighborhood Center zoning district, forwarding a recommendation to Town Council. Commissioners will also hear a staff presentation and discuss Missing Middle Housing strategies.

• Text amendment to delete Personal Storage Facilities from T4 Neighborhood Center (Open) zoning district permitted uses
• Staff presentation and discussion on Missing Middle Housing

The Port Royal Planning Commission voted 4-1 to recommend approval of a text amendment removing Personal Storage Facilities from the list of permitted uses in the T4 Neighborhood Center – Open zoning district. The recommendation will go to the Town Council for final action. The vote followed a staff report, applicant presentation, and public comment, with discussion of potential constitutional questions.

• Recommended approval of text amendment removing Personal Storage Facilities from T4NC-O permitted uses (4-1)

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will review minutes from July 11, 2024, and discuss two agenda items: the short-term business license process and the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion.

• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2024
• Discussion of Short-term Business License Process
• Discussion of 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance

The Short-term Rental Taskforce met and approved the prior meeting's minutes. They reviewed the short-term business license process and the 2019 draft ordinance, focusing on rental limits and HOA compliance. They discussed potential caps on short-term rentals, referencing impacts on property values and affordable housing, but took no formal action.

• Approved minutes from July 11, 2024 meeting
• Reviewed short-term business license process with administrator
• Discussed 2019 draft ordinance rental limits for single-family homes and accessory dwellings
• Agreed HOA compliance forms would guide regulations in restricted neighborhoods
• Identified need for further examination of short-term boat rentals

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review conceptual site plans and building designs for three different properties. The board is evaluating mixed-use buildings and residential projects.

• Conceptual Site Plan and Main Street Mixed-Use Buildings at 1677 Ribaut Road
• Detached House – Compact at 1213 Paris Avenue
• Conceptual Site Plan at 1115/1119/1123 Paris Avenue

The board approved a conceptual site plan for Main Street mixed-use buildings at 1677 Ribaut Road, and approved a detached house at 1213 Paris Avenue with conditions. A parking reduction request for a project at 1115/1119/1123 Paris Avenue was discussed but not decided, with staff to consider surrounding context.

• Approved conceptual site plan for Main Street mixed-use buildings at 1677 Ribaut Road (3-0)
• Approved detached house at 1213 Paris Avenue, conditioned on 18-inch ground floor finish level and staff review of parking plan (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 6, 2024, with correction to vote records
• Discussed parking reduction request for 1115/1119/1123 Paris Avenue; no decision, staff to consider context

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission is holding a regular meeting to review and approve minutes from April, and to discuss old and new business. No specific substantive items such as rezonings, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda, making the meeting largely procedural.

• Review and approval of April 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of old business (no details provided)
• Discussion of new business (no details provided)

Short-term Rental Taskforce

The Short-term Rental Taskforce will meet to elect a chairperson and determine future meeting dates and times. The group will also discuss the 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance.

• Election of Chairperson
• Determination of meeting dates and times
• Discussion of 2019 Short-term Rental Taskforce Ordinance

Town Council

The Town Council will consider ordinances regarding property conveyance for sidewalks and the transfer of election management to Beaufort County. The agenda also includes an agreement for juvenile detention services and a vehicle purchase for Public Works. Additionally, the council will review a proclamation for Gullah/Geechee Nation Appreciation Week.

• Ordinance transferring municipal election authority to Beaufort County
• Property conveyance for sidewalks at 1202 15th Street and Columbia Ave
• Property conveyance for sidewalks at 806 16th Street
• Agreement for secure detention services with SCDJJ for fiscal year 2024-2025
• Purchase of a vehicle for Public Works

Town Council

This council workshop includes a presentation by Pamela Courtney and the introduction of new personnel Yajaira Surrett. The Council will also hold a discussion regarding the Tree Ordinance.

• Introduction of new personnel, Yajaira Surrett
• HPRF presentation by Pamela Courtney
• Discussion regarding Tree Ordinance
• Executive session to discuss personnel matters

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding two proposed ordinances. One ordinance authorizes conveying property at 806 16th Street to facilitate sidewalk construction. Another proposes transferring municipal election authority to the county election commission.

• Ordinance 2024-12: Conveying property at 806 16th Street for sidewalks
• Ordinance 2024-13: Transferring municipal election authority to the county commission

Planning Commission

The Port Royal Planning Commission is holding a work session to review staff presentations. The meeting includes a discussion regarding missing middle and affordable housing.

• Discussion regarding missing middle and affordable housing

Town Council

The Council is reviewing an ordinance to transfer municipal election management to Beaufort County. They will also consider tax levies and the court department budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the agenda includes drainage improvements and sidewalk proposals.

• Transfer of municipal election authority to Beaufort County
• Amendments to the Town's 'Trees' ordinance
• Approval of West Paris Drainage Improvement Bid
• Court department budget approval for fiscal year 2024
• Town Hall air conditioning replacement

Design Review Board

The Port Royal Design Review Board will meet on June 6, 2024, to consider several development applications. The agenda includes reviews of a townhome site plan, a carport, and a single-family residence.

• Review of Townhome Site Plan at 1900 and 1901 North Paris Avenue
• Review of a Carport at 1617 West Paris Avenue
• Review of a Single Family Residence at 720 13th Street
• Review of a Landmark Tree Removal at 1021 12th Street
• Approval of May 2, 2024, meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on two proposed ordinances. These include an amendment regarding tax levies for ordinary town purposes and the approval of the court department budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024.

• Ordinance 2024-10 regarding tax levies for ordinary town purposes
• Ordinance 2024-11 regarding the court department budget approval

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a workshop featuring presentations on police recognition and the Paris Avenue Streetscape. The meeting also includes interviews for the Short-term Rental Task Force and Historic Preservation Commission.

• Presentation regarding Paris Avenue Streetscape
• Interviews for the Short-term Rental Task Force
• Interviews for the Historic Preservation Commission
• Executive session discussion on appointments for task force and commission members

Town Council

The meeting is a budget workshop for the Port Royal Town Council. The agenda contains only general discussion and review, with no specific items or dollar amounts listed.

• Budget workshop discussion and review

Historic Preservation Committee

The Port Royal Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from December 2020 and review a Certificate of Appropriateness request for renovations at 923 9th Street, a designated Historic Landmark. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker, with sign-up in advance.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for renovations at 923 9th Street, a Port Royal Historic Landmark (property R110 011 000 0057 0000)
• Approval of minutes from December 15, 2020

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is meeting for Budget Workshop 2 to discuss and review the upcoming budget. The agenda lists only a call to order, discussion and review, and adjournment, with no specific items detailed.

• Budget Workshop 2 discussion and review

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is considering several ordinances, including two moratoriums: one on new short-term rental licenses for 210 days and another on approvals for multi-family developments. The council will also review amendments to rental housing inspection rules and set the property tax millage for the upcoming fiscal year. A proclamation recognizes National Safe Boating Week.

• Ordinance 2024-8: 210-day moratorium on new short-term rental licenses
• Ordinance 2024-9: moratorium on certificates, permits, and approvals for multi-family developments
• Ordinance 2024-7: amends Chapter 13 on mobile homes and rental dwellings, including annual inspections and $15 per-unit license fee
• Ordinance 2024-10: sets property tax millage for fiscal year starting July 1, 2024
• Ordinance 2024-11: adopts Court Department budget for fiscal year 2024-25

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing to solicit input on the closeout of the CDBG Royal Palms Sewer Project, presented by Jessica Dailey of the Lowcountry Council of Governments. The meeting is limited to this single agenda item, with public comments allowed.

• Public hearing on CDBG Royal Palms Sewer Project closeout
• Presentation by Jessica Dailey, Lowcountry Council of Governments
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Design Review Board

The Port Royal Design Review Board will hold a public hearing to review three development proposals: a single-family residence, townhomes, and a mixed-use site plan with a cottage court. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Single Family Residence at 1102 London Avenue (District 110, Map 11, Parcel 0364)
• Townhomes at 1900 and 1901 North Paris Avenue (District 110, Map 9, Parcel 241 and District 110, Map 8, Parcel 33)
• Mixed-Use Site Plan and Cottage Court at 1677 Ribaut Road (District 110, Map 11, Parcel 441)
• Approve minutes of April 4, 2024

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing on nine ordinances, including two proposed moratoriums: one on new short-term rental licenses for 210 days and another on approvals for multi-family developments. The council will also consider zoning code amendments, annexations, and a rezoning. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Ordinance 2024-8: 210-day moratorium on new short-term rental licenses
• Ordinance 2024-9: Moratorium on approvals for multi-family developments
• Ordinance 2024-3/4: Annex and zone 1.15 acres at 505 Hamrick Drive as T3 Sub-Urban
• Ordinance 2024-5: Rezone 0.17 acres at 1213 16th Street from T3 to T4 Neighborhood Center
• Ordinance 2024-7: Amend Chapter 13 on mobile homes and rental dwellings, adding $15 annual license fee per unit

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop to introduce new personnel, hear from the Beaufort Jasper Housing Trust, and conduct interviews for the Redevelopment Commission. The council will also review the agenda for the May 8 council meeting and note upcoming events.

• Introduction of new personnel Amber Hewitt
• Presentation by Beaufort Jasper Housing Trust (Claude Hicks, Wendy Zara, Dixie Lanier)
• Interviews for Redevelopment Commission
• Review agenda for May 8, 2024 council meeting
• Upcoming: Budget Workshop and Public Hearing on May 8, 2024

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is meeting for a budget workshop on May 1, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the Yvonne C. Butler Council Chambers. The agenda includes only a call to order, discussion and review, and adjournment, with no specific budget items or dollar amounts listed.

• Budget workshop held at Yvonne C. Butler Council Chambers, 700 Paris Ave

Accommodation Tax Committee

The Accommodation Tax Committee is meeting to approve the March 4, 2024 minutes and discuss accommodation tax recommendations. No specific dollar amounts or project names are listed in the agenda. The meeting is primarily procedural, with the main substantive item being the discussion of tax recommendations.

• Approval of March 4, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Accommodation Tax Recommendations

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will review the March meeting minutes for approval. The agenda includes a discussion featuring John O ’Toole and Greg Shelton from the Beaufort County Economic Corporation. Other items include old business, new business, and miscellaneous topics.

• Review and approval of March meeting minutes
• Discussion with John O ’Toole and Greg Shelton of Beaufort County Economic Corporation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct an appeal hearing regarding the permissibility of a 3.5-foot living fence at 1015 11** Street. The board will also consider approving minutes from the October 2, 2023 meeting.

• Appeal hearing for a 3.5’ living fence at 1015 11** Street
• Approval of minutes from the October 2, 2023 meeting

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including two moratoriums: one on short-term rental licenses and another on approvals for multi-family developments. The council will also hold first readings on annexation and zoning changes for properties on Hamrick Drive and 16th Street, and amendments to mobile home regulations. Resolutions include recognizing Samuel Collis Kennerly, fair housing, ADA non-discrimination, and ARPA fund expenditures. The meeting includes a proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month and an executive session on pending litigation with Safe Harbor.

• Ordinance 2024-8: 210-day moratorium on short-term rental licenses
• Ordinance 2024-9: Moratorium on multi-family development approvals
• Ordinance 2024-3/4: Annex and zone 1.15 acres at 505 Hamrick Drive as T3 Sub-Urban
• Ordinance 2024-5: Rezone 0.17 acres at 1213 16th Street to T4 Neighborhood Center
• Resolution 9-2024: Approving ARPA fund expenditures for FY 2023/2024

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider approving the March 7, 2024 minutes and hold a rehearing on a request to remove a landmark tree for a single-family residence at 408 Commons Circle. The applicant is Dick Martin, with Denny's Construction as designer. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Rehearing of landmark tree removal for a single-family residence at 408 Commons Circle
• Property described as District 112, Map 32, Parcel 452
• Applicant: Dick Martin; Design: Denny's Construction
• Approve minutes of March 7, 2024
• Public comment limit: 3 minutes per speaker

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public meeting to hear an appeal of the suspension of Harbormaster's business license. Terri A. Finger will serve as the hearing officer for this appeal.

• Appeal of Harbormasters Business License Suspension
• Hearing Officer: Terri A. Finger

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop to receive presentations on the Lowcountry Jaycee's Food Truck Festival, the South Coast Cyber Center, and Beaufort's Sport Council and hospitality association. The council will also review the agenda for its April 10 meeting and note upcoming deadlines, including the accommodation tax request application deadline. A resolution recognizing Samuel Collis Kennerly's work is on the agenda.

• Resolution 6-2024 recognizing Samuel Collis Kennerly
• Food Truck Festival presentation by Kevin Greaves
• South Coast Cyber Center presentation by Warren Parker
• Beaufort Sport Council and hospitality association presentation
• Accommodation Tax Request Application deadline April 10 at 4 PM

Planning Commission

The Port Royal Planning Commission will hold a work session on rezoning and annexation test cases for new members, then reconvene for a regular meeting. The commission will consider an annexation and zoning request for 1.15 acres at 505 Hamrick Drive, a rezoning at 1213 16th Street, a mobile home overlay request at 49 Johnny Morrall Circle, and a text amendment creating a Gateway to Port Royal Overlay District with a corresponding map amendment for commercially zoned properties along Ribaut Road.

• Annex 1.15 acres at 505 Hamrick Drive (applicants: Joseph and Deanna Simpson)
• Zone 1.15 acres at 505 Hamrick Drive as T3 Sub-Urban Neighborhood
• Rezone 0.17 acres at 1213 16th Street from T3 to T4 Neighborhood Center (applicant: Carl Joye)
• Add 0.21 acres at 49 Johnny Morrall Circle to Manufactured Homes on Individual Lots Overlay Zone (applicant: Stanley Garvin)
• Create Gateway to Port Royal Overlay District via text and map amendments for commercially zoned properties on Ribaut Road

Redevelopment Commission

The Redevelopment Commission will review and approve the meeting minutes from February. The agenda also includes a discussion involving Port Royal business owner Gregg Brunson.

• Review and approval of February meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding business owner Gregg Brunson

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will consider a resolution authorizing the town manager to execute documents for purchasing a portion of the YMCA of Beaufort's property known as the Cypress Wetlands. The council will also discuss a tree ordinance, recognize police and fire personnel, and proclaim Disabilities Awareness Month. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session on legal advice regarding the Port of Port Royal development.

• Resolution 5-2024 authorizing purchase of Cypress Wetlands property from YMCA of Beaufort
• Tree Ordinance Discussion
• Police and Fire Department Recognition
• 2024 Disabilities Awareness Month proclamation
• Executive session on legal advice for Port of Port Royal development

Design Review Board

The Port Royal Design Review Board will review a landmark tree removal request at 1102 13th Street, previously postponed pending an arborist evaluation. The board will also consider a motion to remand an item back to the administrator for rehearing and approve minutes from the February 1, 2024 meeting.

• Review of landmark tree removal at 1102 13th Street (District 110, Map 10, Parcel 103), applicants Eric and April Ackerman, design by Southern Tree Services
• Motion to remand an item back to the Administrator for rehearing
• Approval of minutes from February 1, 2024

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing to solicit input on community needs and priorities for housing, public facilities, and economic development in the town and within a two-mile radius. Michelle Knight of the Lowcountry Council of Governments will present the purpose. Residents may comment on agenda items, with each speaker limited to three minutes.

• Public hearing on community needs for housing, public facilities, and economic development
• Input sought for area within a two-mile radius of the town
• Speaker forms required; three-minute limit per speaker

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a workshop with presentations from Waste Pro, the Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation, and the BJEOC, followed by a briefing and review of the next council meeting agenda. Public comment is also scheduled. The meeting is primarily informational and procedural, with no formal votes or decisions listed.

• Presentation by Waste Pro (Joe Matz)
• Presentation by Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation (John O'Toole)
• Presentation by BJEOC Executive Director James Williams
• Review of agenda for March 13, 2024 council meeting
• Public comment period

Accommodation Tax Committee

The Accommodation Tax Committee is meeting to discuss the current budget and the accommodation tax request form. The agenda includes only discussion items and miscellaneous business, with no votes or public hearings scheduled. This is a working session for the committee to review how accommodation tax funds are allocated.

• Discussion of current accommodation tax budget
• Review of the Accommodation Tax Request Form

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a retreat to review progress on last year's goals and set new ones. They will hear updates from department heads and discuss several topics, including long-term rentals, a garbage/utility ordinance update, speed limits, the Sands Beach Task Force, a tree ordinance, FOIA, Safe Harbor, and the employee handbook. This is a working session rather than a formal decision-making meeting.

• Discussion of long-term rentals
• Garbage/utility ordinance update
• Presentation and discussion of speed limits throughout town
• Sands Beach Task Force update
• Tree Ordinance discussion

Redevelopment Commission

The Port Royal Redevelopment Commission is meeting to review and approve January's minutes and discuss redevelopment priorities. These priorities include building townhouses along the river behind Ace Hardware Center, encouraging a hotel in the Ace Shopping Center, developing Edinburgh Square as mixed-use or commercial, reworking the former trailer park at West Paris and Ribaut into townhouses, and a sewer master plan on Ribaut. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Townhouses along river behind Ace Hardware Center
• Hotel on block inside Ace Shopping Center
• Edinburgh Square mixed-use or commercial development
• Rework former trailer park at West Paris and Ribaut into townhouses
• Sewer master plan on Ribaut

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is meeting to consider several items, including first reading of an ordinance authorizing an easement for the Spanish Moss Trail extension, resolutions committing funds for Paris Avenue Thoroughfare Improvements and authorizing purchase of property for trail access, and a resolution encouraging the county to name the library after former Mayor Samuel E. Murray. The council will also make appointments and discuss a memorandum of understanding with Coastal Carolina University, SCDNR, and Global Eco Adventures, a drainage analysis proposal, and entry way signs.

• Ordinance 2024-2: authorizes easement agreement with SHM Port Royal, LLC for Spanish Moss Trail extension
• Resolution 2-2024: commits $323,000 match for Paris Avenue Thoroughfare Improvements CDBG grant
• Resolution 3-2024: authorizes purchase of property (R110 010 000 0200 0000) for $3,000 for Spanish Moss Trail access from Ritter Circle
• Resolution 4-2024: encourages Beaufort County to name Paris Avenue library after former Mayor Samuel E. Murray
• Appointments to Planning Commission

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a workshop to hear presentations on an audit and the Housing Trust. The meeting includes interviews for the Planning Commission and a review of the upcoming February 14 Council meeting agenda.

• Audit presentation by Lisa Wechsler
• Housing Trust presentation by Dana Totman
• Interviews for Planning Commission
• Legal advice regarding Port of Port Royal development
• Personnel discussion in executive session

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to review requests for landmark tree removals at two residential properties. The board will also consider the final approval of the site plan and architecture for London Square.

• Landmark tree removal review at 1102 13th Street
• Landmark tree removal review at 408 Commons Circle
• Final approval of site plan and architecture for London Square at 1310 London Avenue

Redevelopment Commission

The commission will review and approve minutes from the October meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the commission's goals for 2024 and a community update.

• Review and approval of October meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2024 commission goals
• Community update discussion

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council is holding a public hearing on Ordinance 2023-21, which would delete and replace the existing Planning Commission division in the town code. The hearing allows residents to comment on the proposed changes before any council action.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-21 to replace Planning Commission division in Chapter 2, Article VI
• Speaker forms required; each speaker limited to three minutes

Town Council

The Port Royal Town Council will hold its regular meeting, including a first reading of an ordinance to exchange properties with SHM Port Royal, LLC, involving the transfer of town land for development and acceptance of supplemental boat ramp properties at Sands Beach. The council will also conduct a second reading to reorganize the Planning Commission, discuss long-term rentals, and consider a resolution urging the governor to declare an economic disaster due to imported shrimp dumping.

• First reading of ordinance 2024-1: property exchange with SHM Port Royal, LLC, including transfer of town properties and acceptance of boat ramp properties at Sands Beach
• Second reading of ordinance 2023-21: repealing and replacing the Planning Commission division in the code of ordinances
• Resolution 1-2024: urging Governor Henry McMaster to declare an economic disaster due to imported shrimp dumping
• Discussion on long-term rentals
• Election of Mayor Pro Tempore

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss long term rentals. This meeting is for discussion purposes and precedes a public hearing scheduled for January 10, 2024.

• Discussion regarding long term rentals