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Median home value
$216,000 👤 Members & officials (31)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Boards and Commissions
- Bill Michels
- Kenneth Brown
- Sylvelie Franke
- Rod McCants
- Mark Olencki
- Brandon Gaffney
- Michael Pittillo
- Nan Zhou
- Reed Cunningham
- Oksana Holbrooks
- Phillip Stone
- Glory Boozer
- Jemar Brown
- Lekesa Whitner
- Dave Williams
- James Gaffney
- Santiago Mariani
- Tina Wilson
- Adib Kapasi
- Brett Avery
- Julie Gilmore
- Kevin DeMark
- Tia Keitt
- Warwick Spencer
- Bob Coler
- Martin Livingston
- David Williams
- Dominick Calace
- Phillip
- Robert Coler
- Spencer Warwick
Municipal budget
Total revenue$364.6M (FY2023)
Total spending$342.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$241.9M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$66.8M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,019 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
366 N. Church Street, Spartanburg
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
336 N. Church Street, Spartanburg
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
366 N. Churrch Street, Spartanburg
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
366 N. Churrch Street, Spartanburg
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 17:30
City Council
366 N. Churrch Street, Spartanburg
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Jan 14, 2027 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 17:30
City Council
366 N. Churrch Street, Spartanburg
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Feb 11, 2027 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 17:30
City Council
366 N. Churrch Street, Spartanburg
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Mar 11, 2027 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 17:30
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 17:30
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Apr 8, 2027 · 17:30
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 17:30
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 17:30
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue May 11, 2027 · 17:30
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu May 13, 2027 · 17:30
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Jun 8, 2027 · 17:30
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Jul 13, 2027 · 17:30
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Recent meetings
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to consider property acceptance on Highland Avenue
City Council will discuss the acceptance of real property on Highland Avenue for corridor and neighborhood enhancement. The body will also consider a bid for 2026 street resurfacing and a resolution regarding a joint industrial and business park.
- Ordinance # 2026-014: Acceptance of real property from Husein and Batul Kapasi on Highland Avenue (Tax Map 7-12-13-202.00)
- Award of bid for 2026 Street Resurfacing
- Resolution # 2026-012: Consent to place property within city limits for a joint industrial and business park of Spartanburg and Cherokee Counties
- Executive session to discuss 'Project New Vision,' a potential mixed-income residential development near downtown
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366 N. Churrch Street, Spartanburg
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Freedom of Information
CITY OF SPARTANBURG
SOUTH CAROLINA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, October 12, 2026
5:30 PM
I.
Moment of Silence
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
III.
Approval of the Minutes of the September 28, 2026 Meeting
IV.
Approval of the Agenda of the October 12, 2026 Meeting
V.
Public Comment
VI.
Recognition of the 2026 Citizens Academy Graduates
Presenter: Jerome Rice, Jr., Mayor
VII.
Proclamation Declaring October 15, 2026 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss
Awareness Day in the City of Spartanburg.
Presenter: Jerome Rice, Jr., Mayor
VIII.
Proclamation Declaring October 12, 2026 as Citizen Scholars Institute Day in the
City of Spartanburg.
Presenter: Jerome Rice, Jr., Mayor
IX.
Resolutions
A.
A Resolution Pursuant to Section 4-1-170(C), Code of Laws of South
Carolina 1976, as Amended, Consenting to the Placement of Certain
Property Within the Corporate Limits of the City of Spartanburg in a Joint
Industrial and Business Park o …
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
Design Review Board to review rear addition at 130 Archer St
The City of Spartanburg Design Review Board meets October 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM at the Dr. TK Gregg Community Center. The main agenda item is a request for Preliminary Conceptual Approval of a commercial renovation and roughly 650-square-foot rear addition at 130 Archer St, zoned D-T6 (Downtown Urban Core). The owner/applicant is listed as Lamar Baehr. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including roll call, approval of the agenda, and minutes from the September 1, 2026 meeting.
- DRB-26-020-00004: Preliminary Conceptual Approval request for commercial renovation and ~650-sq-ft rear addition at 130 Archer St (Tax Map Sheet 7-12-10-039.00), zoned D-T6
- Owner/Applicant listed as Lamar Baehr
- Disposition of minutes from the September 1, 2026 meeting
- No old business on the agenda
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
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Planning Department
PO Box 1749 • Spartanburg, SC 29304 • phone: (864) 596-2068
email:
[email protected] • website: www.cityofspartanburg.org
Agenda
Design Review Board (DRB)
October 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Dr. TK Gregg Community Center
650 Howard St. Spartanburg, SC 29303
I.
Roll Call
II.
Freedom of Information Act Compliance – Public notification of the
meeting has been published, posted, and mailed in compliance with the
Freedom of Information Act and requirements of the City of Spartanburg
Zoning Ordinance.
III.
Rules and Procedures for Meeting Conduct
IV.
Approval of Agenda
V.
Disposition of Minutes of September 1, 2026 meeting
VI.
Old Business: None
VII.
New Business:
a. DRB-26-020-00004 — The Design Review Board (DRB) has received a
request for Preliminary Conceptual Approval of a commercial
renovation and approximately 650-square-foot rear addition at 130
Archer St (Tax Map Sheet: 7-12-10-039.00), with a zoning designation
of D-T6 (Downtown Urban Core). Owner/Applicant: Lamar Baehr
VIII. Staff Announcements
IX.
Adjournment
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Spartanburg City Council to vote on joint facility agreement with Spartanburg County
Spartanburg City Council meets Monday, September 28, 2026, at 5:30 PM in County Council Chambers at 366 N. Church Street. The main action item is a consent agenda ordinance (Ordinance # 2026-013) authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Spartanburg County on joint use of government facilities. The agenda also includes a proclamation making October 3, 2026 International Festival Day, an International Festival update, boards and commissions appointments, and an update on an employee engagement survey and organizational development. Several items (staff updates, council updates) are listed without detail.
- Ordinance # 2026-013: intergovernmental agreement with Spartanburg County on joint use of government facilities (consent agenda)
- Proclamation declaring October 3, 2026 as International Festival Day in the City of Spartanburg
- International Festival update presented by Megan Gaddy, Event Operations Manager
- Boards and Commissions appointments presented by City Clerk Christie Lindsey
- Update on Employee Engagement Survey and Organizational Development Efforts presented by City Manager Chris Story
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✓ Decided: City Council approves intergovernmental agreement for joint use of facilities
City Council approved an ordinance for an intergovernmental agreement with Spartanburg County regarding the joint use of government facilities. The council also filled three appointments to city boards and commissions.
- Approved intergovernmental agreement with Spartanburg County for joint use of government facilities (7-0)
- Reappointed Brian Sanders to the Design Review Board for a 3-year term (7-0)
- Appointed Dennis Mitchell to the Board of Zoning Appeals for an unexpired 2-year term (7-0)
- Appointed Mary Fields-Chewning to the Planning Commission for an unexpired 1-year term (7-0)
- Approved September 14, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
336 N. Church Street, Spartanburg
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CITY OF SPARTANBURG
SOUTH CAROLINA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, September 28, 2026
5:30 PM
I.
Moment of Silence
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
III.
Approval of the Minutes of the September 14, 2026 Meeting
IV.
Approval of the Agenda of the September 28, 2026 Meeting
V.
Public Comment
VI.
Proclamation Declaring October 3, 2026 as International Festival Day in the City
of Spartanburg
Presenter: Jerome Rice, Jr., Mayor
VII.
International Festival Update
Presenter: Megan Gaddy, Event Operations Manager
VIII.
Boards and Commissions Appointments
Presenter: Christie Lindsey, City Clerk
IX.
Consent Agenda
A.
An Ordinance Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with
Spartanburg County Concerning Joint Use of Government Facilities.
Ordinance# 2026-013
Presenter: Chris Story, City Manager
X.
Update on Employee Engagement Survey and Organizational Development
Efforts
Presenter: Chris Story, City Manager …
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City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, September 28, 2026
5:30p.m.
(These minutes to be approved at the October 12, 2026 Council Meeting)
City Council met this date with the following Councilmembers present: Mayor Jerome Rice, Jr.,
Mayor Pro Tem J. Ruth Littlejohn, Councilmembers Jamie Fulmer, Janie Salley, Erica Brown,
Meghan Smith and Leslie Rodgers. City Manager Chris Story, Deputy City Manager Mitch Kennedy,
Assistant City Manager Kevin Limehouse, City Attorney Stinson Ferguson and City Clerk Christie
Lindsey were in attendance. Notice of the meeting was posted with the Media 24 hours in advance
according to the Freedom of Information Act. All City Council meetings are live streamed/recorded.
To view the video for a complete transcript, please visit hitps://www.cityofspartanburg.org/city-council
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Moment of Silence — observed
Pledge of Allegiance - recited
Approval of the Minutes of the September 14, 2026 City Council Meeting
Mayor Pro Tem Littlejohn made a motion to approve the minutes as received.
Councilmember Fulmer seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 7 to 0.
Approval of the Agenda for the September 28, 2026, City Council Meeting
Councilmember Brown made a motion to amend the agenda to include a Proclamation
Declaring October 6, 2026 as National Night Out in the City of Spartanburg.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 7 to 0.
Councilmember Smith made a motion …
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
Planning Commission to consider expanding Design Review Board to 7 members
The Spartanburg Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting. The main item is a proposed text amendment to increase the Design Review Board's membership from five to seven members, intended to handle a growing workload of downtown development applications.
- Text amendment to Section 515.2.3.2 to expand Design Review Board from 5 to 7 members
- Approval of minutes from June 18, 2026 meeting
- Public notice compliance under FOIA and City Zoning Ordinance
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Planning Department
PO Box 1749 • Spartanburg, SC 29304 • phone: (864) 596-2068
email:
[email protected] • website: www.cityofspartanburg.org
Agenda
Planning Commission
September 17, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Dr. TK Gregg Community Center
650 Howard St. Spartanburg, SC 29303
I.
Roll Call
II.
Freedom of Information Act Compliance – Public notification of the
meeting has been published, posted, and mailed in compliance with the
Freedom of Information Act and requirements of the City of Spartanburg
Zoning Ordinance.
III.
Rules and Procedures for Meeting Conduct
IV.
Approval of Agenda
V.
Disposition of Minutes of June 18, 2026 meeting
VI.
Old Business:
VII.
New Business:
a. Planning staff has proposed a text amendment to Section 515.2.3.2,
Composition of the Design Review Board, to increase the Board’s
membership from five (5) to seven (7) members. The proposed
expansion is intended to accommodate the growing volume and
complexity of downtown development applications and provide
additional capacity for the Board to effectively fulfill its design review
responsibilities.
VIII. Staff Announcements
IX.
Adjournment
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
366 N. Churrch Street, Spartanburg
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
336 N. Church Street, Spartanburg
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to vote on airport microgrid, microtransit contract, and several development resolutions
The Spartanburg City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including an airport microgrid resilience project, a contract extension for microtransit, and a bid award for the Duncan Park Perimeter Trail. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including certifying an abandoned building site, approving a housing revenue note, and entering development agreements for affordable housing. An ordinance regarding joint use of government facilities with the county is also on the agenda.
- Airport Microgrid Resilience Project presentation
- Authorization to extend MicroTransit contract
- Award of bid for Duncan Park Perimeter Trail construction
- Resolution certifying 2199 Southport Road as abandoned building site (Resolution 2026-007)
- Development agreements for Kennedy Street parking garage excess land and Forest Park single-family homes (Resolutions 2026-010, 2026-011)
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✓ Decided: Spartanburg council approves Duncan Park trail bid, housing and development resolutions
Spartanburg City Council approved a bid award for the Duncan Park Perimeter Trail and extended a MicroTransit contract, both 7-0. Council also passed five resolutions, including certifying 2199 Southport Road as an abandoned building site, approving a Kennedy Street parking garage land development agreement for affordable apartments, and authorizing a ReGenesis single-family home development in Forest Park. An ordinance for a joint facilities agreement with Spartanburg County passed 7-0. Council met in executive session on a potential real estate transaction and made no decisions.
- Approved extension of the MicroTransit contract (7-0)
- Approved bid award for Duncan Park Perimeter Trail construction to Community First Developers, LLC (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-007 certifying 2199 Southport Road as an abandoned building site (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-008 certifying property for state credits under the Textile Communities Revitalization Act (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-009 for reissuance of Spartanburg Housing's Multifamily Housing Revenue Note for Shockley Terrace Apartments (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-010 for a development agreement with Kennedy Street Owner, LP for affordable multi-family apartments on Kennedy Street parking garage excess land (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-011 authorizing a development agreement with ReGenesis Community Development Corporation for single-family homes in Forest Park (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-013 authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Spartanburg County for joint use of government facilities (7-0)
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As required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Spartanburg will provide interpretive services for the City
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meeting. This is a Public Meeting and notice of the meeting was posted with the Media 24 hours in advance according to the
Freedom of Information
CITY OF SPARTANBURG
SOUTH CAROLINA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, September 14, 2026
5:30 PM
I.
Moment of Silence
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
III.
Approval of the Minutes of the August 24, 2026 Meeting
IV.
Approval of the Agenda of the September 14, 2026 Meeting
V.
Public Comment
VI.
Proclamation Declaring September 17, 2026 through September 23, 2026
Constitution Week in the City of Spartanburg
Presenter: Jerome Rice, Jr., Mayor
VII.
Recognition of City of Spartanburg Retiree-Mark Cleveland, Customer Service
Director
Presenter: Jerome Rice, Jr., Mayor
VIII.
Airport Microgrid Resilience Project
Presenter: Terry Connorton, Airport Director
IX.
Authorization to Extend Contract Regarding MicroTransit
Presenter: Kevin Limehouse, Assistant City Manager
Dennis Locke, Finance Director
X.
Award of Bid for the Duncan Park Perimeter Trail Construction
Presenter: Kim Brown, Parks, Recreation and Special Events Directo …
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City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, August 24, 2026
5:30p.m.
(These minutes to be approved at the August 24, 2026 Council Meeting)
City Council met this date with the following Councilmembers present: Mayor Jerome Rice, Jr.,
Mayor Pro Tem J. Ruth Littlejohn, Councilmembers Jamie Fulmer, Janie Salley, Erica Brown,
Meghan Smith and Leslie Rodgers. City Manager Chris Story, Deputy City Manager Mitch Kennedy,
Assistant City Manager Kevin Limehouse, City Attorney Stinson Ferguson and City Clerk Christie
Lindsey were in attendance. Notice of the meeting was posted with the Media 24 hours in advance
according to the Freedom of Information Act. All City Council meetings are live streamed/recorded.
To view the video for a complete transcript, please visit hitps://ww.city ofspartanburg.org/city-council
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Moment of Silence — observed
Pledge of Allegiance - recited Boy Scouts Troop 2 of Spartanburg lead the pledge.
Approval of the Minutes of the August 24, 2026 City Council Meeting
Councilmember Fulmer made a motion to approve the minutes as received.
Mayor Pro Tem Littlejohn seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 7 to 0.
Approval of the Agenda for the September 14, 2026, City Council Meeting
Mayor Pro Tem Littlejohn made a motion to approve the agenda.
Councilmember Fulmer seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 7 to 0.
Public Comment —
1. Jonah Otwell-Submitted comment form to speak, however did not sho …
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
336 N. Church Street, Spartanburg
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
Board to review HARB by-laws, preservation guidelines, and grant opportunities
The Board of Architectural Design and Historic Review is meeting to review proposed updates to its by-laws, discuss updates to historic preservation guidelines and the inventory of historic properties, and consider historic preservation grant opportunities. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call, approval of the agenda, and disposition of minutes from the previous meeting. No old business is listed.
- Review of HARB By-Laws and proposed updates
- Historic preservation guidelines updates and inventory of historic properties
- Historic preservation grant opportunities
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Planning Department
PO Box 1749 • Spartanburg, SC 29304 • phone: (864) 596-2068
email:
[email protected] • website: www.cityofspartanburg.org
Agenda
Board of Architectural Design and Historic Review
September 10, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Dr. TK Gregg Community Center
650 Howard St. Spartanburg, SC 29303
I.
Roll Call
II.
Freedom of Information Act Compliance – Public notification of the
meeting has been published, posted, and mailed in compliance with the
Freedom of Information Act and requirements of the City of Spartanburg
Zoning Ordinance.
III.
Rules and Procedures for Meeting Conduct
IV.
Approval of Agenda
V.
Disposition of Minutes of August 13, 2026 meeting
VI.
Old Business: None
VII.
New Business:
a. Review of HARB By-Laws and proposed updates
b. Historic preservation guidelines updates and inventory of historic
properties
c. Historic preservation grant opportunities
VIII. Staff Announcements
IX.
Adjournment
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
Board of Zoning Appeals to hear appeal on accessory dwelling unit denial
The Spartanburg County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review an appeal regarding the denial of a property owner's request to convert an accessory building into an accessory dwelling unit for family use. The appeal concerns a property located at 105 Andrews Creek Ln in the R-15 zoning district.
- Appeal APP-26-00200004: Denial of accessory dwelling unit conversion at 105 Andrews Creek Ln (R-15 zoning)
- Property owner: Chad and Lindsey Graham
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Planning Department
PO Box 1749 • Spartanburg, SC 29304 • phone: (864) 596-2068
email:
[email protected] • website: www.cityofspartanburg.org
Agenda
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
September 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Dr. TK Gregg Community Center
650 Howard St. Spartanburg, SC 29303
I.
Roll Call
II.
Freedom of Information Act Compliance – Public notification of the
meeting has been published, posted, and mailed in compliance with the
Freedom of Information Act and requirements of the City of Spartanburg
Zoning Ordinance.
III.
Rules and Procedures for Meeting Conduct
IV.
Approval of Agenda
V.
Disposition of Minutes of August 11, 2026 meeting
VI.
Old Business:
VII.
New Business:
a. APP - 26-00200004. The City of Spartanburg Board of Zoning Appeals
has received an appeal regarding staff's denial of the property
owner's request to convert an accessory building to an accessory
dwelling unit for family use. The subject property is located at 105
Andrews Creek Ln (TMS # 7-17-02-040.02) and is currently zoned R-
15, Single Family Residential District. Property Owner: Chad and
Lindsey Graham.
VIII. Staff Announcements
IX.
Adjournment
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
Design Review Board to consider Carolina Foothills Credit Union branch
The Spartanburg Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting to review a request for preliminary conceptual approval of a proposed Carolina Foothills Credit Union branch at 520 N Church St. The board will also elect officers for 2026-2027 and handle routine administrative items.
- Preliminary conceptual approval request for Carolina Foothills Credit Union branch at 520 N Church St (Tax Map Sheet: 7-12-01-179.00), zoning D-T5
- Election of 2026-2027 officers
- Approval of minutes from July 7, 2026 meeting
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Planning Department
PO Box 1749 • Spartanburg, SC 29304 • phone: (864) 596-2068
email:
[email protected] • website: www.cityofspartanburg.org
Agenda
Design Review Board (DRB)
August 4, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Dr. TK Gregg Community Center
650 Howard St. Spartanburg, SC 29303
I.
Roll Call
II.
Freedom of Information Act Compliance – Public notification of the
meeting has been published, posted, and mailed in compliance with the
Freedom of Information Act and requirements of the City of Spartanburg
Zoning Ordinance.
III.
Rules and Procedures for Meeting Conduct
IV.
Approval of Agenda
V.
Disposition of Minutes of July 7, 2026 meeting
VI.
Old Business: None
VII.
New Business:
a. DRB-26-020-00003 — The Design Review Board (DRB) has received a
request for Preliminary Conceptual Approval of the proposed
development, Carolina Foothills Credit Union Branch, located at 520
N Church St (Tax Map Sheet: 7-12-01-179.00) with a zoning
designation of D-T5 (Downtown Urban Center). Owner: Scott Weaver
/ Applicant: Joseph Schwarz
VIII. Bylaws Item: Election of 2026-2027 Officers
IX.
Staff Announcements
X.
Adjournment
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on transferring Highland neighborhood properties
The Spartanburg City Council will consider an ordinance authorizing the city manager to execute an agreement for the transfer of scattered site properties in the Highland neighborhood. The agenda also includes a presentation from Habitat for Humanity, a Design Review Board appointment, and two executive sessions regarding potential real estate transactions.
- Ordinance #2026-012: Transfer of scattered site properties in Highland neighborhood
- Habitat for Humanity of Spartanburg presentation
- Appointment to Design Review Board
- Executive session on potential real estate transaction (two items)
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✓ Decided: Spartanburg City Council approved property transfers and a new board appointment
City Council approved an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements for transferring scattered site properties in the Highland Neighborhood. The Council also appointed Gwen Sollenberger to the Design Review Board. No decisions were made during the executive session regarding potential real estate transactions.
- Approved August 10, 2026, meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved August 24, 2026, meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance #2026-012 for Highland Neighborhood property transfers (7-0)
- Appointed Gwen Sollenberger to the Design Review Board (7-0)
366 N. Church Street, Spartanburg
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CITY OF SPARTANBURG
SOUTH CAROLINA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, August 24, 2026
6:00 PM
I.
Moment of Silence
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
III.
Approval of the Minutes of the August 10, 2026 Meeting
IV.
Approval of the Agenda of the August 24, 2026 Meeting
V.
Public Comment
VI.
Consent Agenda
A.
An Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement for
the Transfer of Scattered Site Properties Located in the Highland
Neighborhood.
Ordinance # 2026-012
Presenter: Martin Livingston, Community Development Director
VII.
Habitat for Humanity of Spartanburg Presentation
Presenter: Raymond Davis, Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of
Spartanburg
VIII.
Boards and Commissions-Appointment for the Design Review Board
Presenter: Christie Lindsey, City Clerk
IX.
Staff Updates
X.
City Council Updates
XI.
Executive Session
A.
An Executive Session Pursuant to Section 30-4-70(a) …
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City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, August 24, 2026
5:30p.m.
(These minutes to be approved at the August 24, 2026 Council Meeting)
City Council met this date with the following Councilmembers present: Mayor Jerome Rice, Jr.,
Mayor Pro Tem J. Ruth Littlejohn, Councilmembers Jamie Fulmer, Janie Salley, Erica Brown,
Meghan Smith and Leslie Rodgers. City Manager Chris Story, Deputy City Manager Mitch Kennedy,
Assistant City Manager Kevin Limehouse, City Attorney Stinson Ferguson and City Clerk Christie
Lindsey were in attendance. Notice of the meeting was posted with the Media 24 hours in advance
according to the Freedom of Information Act. All City Council meetings are live streamed/recorded.
To view the video for a complete transcript, please visit hittps://www.city ofspartanburg.org/city-council
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VII.
Moment of Silence — observed
Pledge of Allegiance - recited
Approval of the Minutes of the August 10, 2026 City Council Meeting
Councilmember Fulmer made a motion to approve the minutes as received.
Mayor Pro Tem Littlejohn seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 7 to 0.
Approval of the Agenda for the August 24, 2026, City Council Meeting
Councilmember Smith made a motion to approve the agenda.
Councilmember Salley seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 7 to 0.
Public Comment —
None
Consent Agenda
A. An Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement for the
Transfer of Scattered Site …
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
Historic board to rule on window replacement and fence requests
The Board of Architectural Design and Historic Review will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness requests: window replacement at 396 Kingston St in the Beaumont Mills Historic District and a front yard fence at 310 S Spring St in the Hampton Heights Historic District. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and staff announcements.
- COA-26-00400026: Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 396 Kingston St (Beaumont Mills Historic District), applicant Evodia Benitez
- COA-26-00400025: Certificate of Appropriateness for a front yard fence at 310 S Spring St (Hampton Heights Historic District), applicants Bryon & Melissa Holland
- No old business is listed
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
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Planning Department
PO Box 1749 • Spartanburg, SC 29304 • phone: (864) 596-2068
email:
[email protected] • website: www.cityofspartanburg.org
Agenda
Board of Architectural Design and Historic Review
August 13, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Dr. TK Gregg Community Center
650 Howard St. Spartanburg, SC 29303
I. Roll Call
II. Freedom of Information Act Compliance – Public notification of the
meeting has been published, posted, and mailed in compliance with the
Freedom of Information Act and requirements of the City of Spartanburg
Zoning Ordinance.
III. Rules and Procedures for Meeting Conduct
IV. Approval of Agenda
V. Disposition of Minutes of July 9, 2026 meeting
VI. Old Business: None
VII. New Business:
a. COA-26-00400026: The Board of Architectural Design and Historic Review
has received a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for the
replacement of windows at 396 Kingston St (TMS: 7-12-03-104.00) in the
Beaumont Mills Historic District. Owner/Applicant: Evodia Benitez
b. COA-26-00400025: The Board of Architectural Design and Historic Review
has a received a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a front yard
fence at 310 S Spring St (TMS: 7-12-14-218.00) in the Hampton Heights
Historic District. Owner/Applicant: Bryon & Melissa Holland
VIII. Staff Announcements
IX. Adjournment
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
Board to decide on deferred billboard appeal at 958 E. Main St.
The Spartanburg Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a deferred appeal for a new billboard at 958 E. Main St. in a B-3 General Business District. The meeting also includes routine items like roll call, approval of minutes, and public notification compliance.
- Deferred appeal APP-25-00200010 for a new billboard at 958 E. Main St. (TMS: 7-13-01-026.07) in B-3 district
- Applicant: Grace Outdoor Advertising, LLC; Owner: 958 E. Main LLC; Agent: Craig D Justus
- Approval of minutes from July 14, 2026 meeting
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
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PO Box 1749 • Spartanburg, SC 29304 • phone: (864) 596-2068
email:
[email protected] • website: www.cityofspartanburg.org
Agenda
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
August 11, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Dr. T.K. Gregg Community Center
650 Howard St. Spartanburg, SC 29303
1. Roll Call
2. Freedom of Information Act Compliance – Public notification of the
meeting has been published, posted, and mailed in compliance with the
Freedom of Information Act and requirements of the City of Spartanburg
Zoning Ordinance.
3. Rules and Procedures for Meeting Conduct
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Disposition of Minutes of J uly 14, 2026 meeting
6. Old Business: N/A
7. New Business:
1. APP - 25-00200010. Deferred Appeal Case from December 2025- The City of
Spartanburg's Board of Zoning Appeals will review an Appeal previously
deferred by the Applicant regarding erecting a new advertising sign (known as
billboard) at 958 E. Main St. (TMS: 7-13-01-026.07) with a zoning designation of
B-3 (General Business District). Owner: 958 E. Main LLC / Applicant: Grace
Outdoor Advertising, LLC / Agent: Craig D Justus.
8. Staff Announcements
9. Adjournment
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
366 N. Churrch Street, Spartanburg
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to consider transferring Highland neighborhood properties
The Spartanburg City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance authorizing the city manager to execute an agreement for the transfer of scattered site properties in the Highland neighborhood. The council will also receive an update on the Downtown Transportation Plan and discuss a potential mixed-income residential development near downtown in executive session. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and staff updates.
- First reading of Ordinance #2026-012 to transfer scattered site properties in Highland neighborhood
- Downtown Transportation Plan update presented by Planning Director Fredalyn Frasier
- Executive session to discuss 'Project New Vision,' a potential mixed-income residential development near downtown
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✓ Decided: Council approves Highland neighborhood property transfer ordinance
The Spartanburg City Council unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for the transfer of scattered site properties in the Highland neighborhood. The council also approved the minutes of the July 27 meeting and the agenda for this meeting, both unanimously. An executive session was held to discuss economic development for a potential mixed-income residential project, but no decisions were made.
- Approved minutes of July 27, 2026 meeting (7-0)
- Approved agenda for August 10, 2026 meeting (7-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance #2026-012 for Highland property transfer (7-0)
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CITY OF SPARTANBURG
SOUTH CAROLINA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, August 10, 2026
5:30 PM
I. Moment of Silence
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Approval of the Minutes of the July 27, 2026 Meeting
IV. Approval of the Agenda of the August 10, 2026 Meeting
V. Public Comment
VI. Ordinance
A. An Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement for
the Transfer of Scattered Site Properties Located in the Highland
Neighborhood.
(First Reading) Ordinance # 2026-012
Presenter: Martin Livingston, Community Development Director
VII. Downtown Transportation Plan Update
Presenter: Fredalyn Frasier, Planning Director
VIII. Staff Updates
IX. City Council Updates
X. Executive Session
A. Executive Session Pursuant to Section 30-4-70 (a)(5) of the South
Carolina Code to Discuss Matters Relating to Economic Development
“Project New Vision” a Potential Mixed-Income Residential Development
near the Downtown Area.
XI. Adjournment.
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City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, August 10, 2026
5:30p.m.
(These minutes to be approved at the August 24, 2026 Council Meeting)
City Council met this date with the following Councilmembers present: Mayor Jerome Rice, Jr.,
Mayor Pro Tem J. Ruth Littlejohn, Councilmembers Jamie Fulmer, Janie Salley, Erica Brown,
Meghan Smith and Leslie Rodgers. City Manager Chris Story, Deputy City Manager Mitch Kennedy,
Assistant City Manager Kevin Limehouse, City Attorney Stinson Ferguson and City Clerk Christie
Lindsey were in attendance. Notice of the meeting was posted with the Media 24 hours in advance
according to the Freedom of Information Act. All City Council meetings are live streamed/recorded.
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I. Moment of Silence — observed
II. Pledge of Allegiance - recited
Ill. Approval of the Minutes of the July 27, 2026 City Council Meeting
Councilmember Fulmer made a motion to approve the minutes as received.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 7 to 0.
IV. Approval of the Agenda for the August 10, 2026, City Council Meeting
Councilmember Smith made a motion to approve the agenda.
Mayor Pro Tem Littlejohn seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 7 to 0.
V. Public Comment —
1. Sam Bacurin-Support for the Transportation Plan and additional bike lanes.
2. Livingston Hawkins-Chair of the Bike/Ped Committee, …
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
Design Review Board considers Carolina Foothills Credit Union branch
The Design Review Board is meeting to review a request for preliminary conceptual approval of a new development. The board will also hold elections for its 2026-2027 officers.
- Preliminary Conceptual Approval for Carolina Foothills Credit Union Branch at 520 N Church St
- Election of 2026-2027 Officers
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PO Box 1749 • Spartanburg, SC 29304 • phone: (864) 596-2068
email:
[email protected] • website: www.cityofspartanburg.org
Agenda
Design Review Board (DRB)
August 4, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Dr. TK Gregg Community Center
650 Howard St. Spartanburg, SC 29303
I. Roll Call
II. Freedom of Information Act Compliance – Public notification of the
meeting has been published, posted, and mailed in compliance with the
Freedom of Information Act and requirements of the City of Spartanburg
Zoning Ordinance.
III. Rules and Procedures for Meeting Conduct
IV. Approval of Agenda
V. Disposition of Minutes of July 7, 2026 meeting
VI. Old Business: None
VII. New Business:
a. DRB-26-020-00003 — The Design Review Board (DRB) has received a
request for Preliminary Conceptual Approval of the proposed
development, Carolina Foothills Credit Union Branch, located at 520
N Church St (Tax Map Sheet: 7-12-01-179.00) with a zoning
designation of D-T5 (Downtown Urban Center). Owner: Scott Weaver
/ Applicant: Joseph Schwarz
VIII. Bylaws Item: Election of 2026-2027 Officers
IX. Staff Announcements
X. Adjournment
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to vote on rezoning 154 Ridge Street for single-family home
The City Council will consider a zoning ordinance to rezone 154 Ridge Street from D-T5 Urban Center to D-T4 General Urban to allow a single-family dwelling. They will also receive updates on the Summer Youth Engagement program and a microtransit pilot program. Appointments to the Housing Board of Adjustments and Appeals and a resolution to appoint the City Attorney are on the agenda. The meeting includes executive sessions for a personnel matter and a potential real estate transaction.
- Zoning ordinance (Ordinance #2026-011) to rezone 154 Ridge Street (TMS: 7-12-01-157.00) from D-T5 to D-T4 for a single-family dwelling
- Update on Microtransit Pilot Program
- Resolution to appoint the City Attorney
- Boards and Commissions appointments for Housing Board of Adjustments and Appeals
- Executive session for a potential real estate transaction
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✓ Decided: Council appoints Stinson W. Ferguson as City Attorney
The council unanimously approved the appointment of Stinson W. Ferguson as City Attorney. It also approved the consent agenda, including a zoning change for 154 Ridge Street, and made appointments to the Housing Board of Adjustments and Appeals. The meeting included informational updates on summer youth programs and the SpartaGo microtransit pilot, and ended with an executive session where no decisions were made.
- Approved minutes of July 13, 2026 (5-0)
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including zoning change at 154 Ridge Street (6-0)
- Appointed Tor Ellstrom and Dawn Maddux to Housing Board of Adjustments and Appeals (6-0)
- Appointed Stinson W. Ferguson as City Attorney (6-0)
336 N. Church Street, Spartanburg
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CITY OF SPARTANBURG
SOUTH CAROLINA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, July 27, 2026
5:30 PM
I. Moment of Silence
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Approval of the Minutes of the July 13, 2026 Meeting
IV. Approval of the Agenda of the July 27, 2026 Meeting
V. Public Comment
VI. Consent Agenda
A. An Ordinance to Amend the City of Spartanburg, South Carolina Zoning
Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element, By Amending
Section 206, Changes to District Boundaries, Specifically, the Property
Located at 154 Ridge Street (TMS: 7-12-01-157.00) from the Current
Zoning D-T5, Urban Center Zone, to D-T4, General Urban Zone, to
Accomodate the Development of a Single-Family Dwelling and Providing
for Severability and an Effective Date. Ordinace# 2026-011
Presenter: Fredalyn Frasier, Planning Director
VII. Summer Youth Engagement
Presenters: Kim Brown, Parks, Recreation and Special Events Director
Kevin Limehouse, Assistant City Manager
VIII. Update on Microstransit Pilot Prog …
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City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, July 27, 2026
5:30p.m.
(These minutes to be approved at the August 10, 2026 Council Meeting)
City Council met this date with the following Councilmembers present: Mayor Jerome Rice, Jr.,
Mayor Pro Tem J. Ruth Littlejohn, Councilmembers Jamie Fulmer, Janie Salley, Meghan Smith and
Leslie Rodgers. City Manager Chris Story, Deputy City Manager Mitch Kennedy, Assistant City
Manager Kevin Limehouse, Interim City Attorney Max Hyde and City Clerk Christie Lindsey were in
attendance. Councilmember Erica Brown was absent. Notice of the meeting was posted with the
Media 24 hours in advance according to the Freedom of Information Act. All City Council meetings
are live streamed/recorded. To view the video for a complete transcript, please visit
https://www.cityofspartanburg.org/city-council
L Moment of Silence — observed
IL. Pledge of Allegiance - recited
III. Approval of the Minutes of the July 13, 2026 City Council Meeting
Councilmember Fulmer made a motion to approve the minutes as received.
Mayor Pro Tem Littlejohn seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
Councilmember Smith was not at the meeting during this vote.
IV. Approval of the Agenda for the July 27, 2026, City Council Meeting
Mayor Pro Tem Littlejohn made a motion to approve the agenda.
Councilmember Salley seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
Councilmember Smith was not at the meeting during this vote.
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
650 Howard St, Spartanburg
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
BZA to consider lot-area variance for 207 North Fairview Avenue
The Spartanburg Board of Zoning Appeals will hear two variance requests: one to reduce minimum lot area from 8,000 to 6,534 sq ft for a subdivision at 207 North Fairview Avenue, and another to reduce a side-yard setback from 15 to 8 feet for an addition at 633 Crystal Drive.
- Variance VAR-26-00200002: reduce minimum lot area from 8,000 to 6,534 sq ft to subdivide 207 North Fairview Avenue (R-8 zone)
- Variance VAR-26-00200003: reduce side-yard setback from 15 to 8 feet for an addition and deck at 633 Crystal Drive (R-15 zone)
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✓ Decided: Board approves two zoning variances for Crystal Drive and Fairview Avenue
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variances. The first allows a subdivision at 207 N. Fairview Ave. The second reduces the interior side yard setback from 15 to 8 feet at 633 Crystal Dr. for an addition and deck. Both approvals were subject to staff-recommended conditions and passed 4-0.
- Approved the variance for 207 North Fairview Avenue, subject to staff conditions, by a 4-0 vote.
- Approved the variance for 633 Crystal Drive to reduce the interior side yard setback from 15 to 8 feet, subject to staff conditions, by a 4-0 vote.
- Approved the meeting agenda by a 4-0 vote.
- Approved the meeting minutes from July 14, 2026, by a 4-0 vote.
- Adjourned the meeting at 6:07 PM by a 4-0 vote.
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PO Box 1749 • Spartanburg, SC 29304 • phone: (864) 596-2068
email:
[email protected] • website: www.cityofspartanburg.org
Agenda
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
July 14 , 2026 at 5:30 PM
Dr. TK Gregg Community Center
650 Howard St. Spartanburg, SC 29303
1. Roll Call
2. Freedom of Information Act Compliance – Public notification of the
meeting has been published, posted, and mailed in compliance with the
Freedom of Information Act and requirements of the City of Spartanburg
Zoning Ordinance.
3. Rules and Procedures for Meeting Conduct
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Disposition of Minutes of June 9, 2026 meeting
6. Old Business: N/A
7. New Business:
1. VAR - 26-00200002. The City of Spartanburg Board of Zoning Appeals has
received a variance to reduce the lot area of the subject parcel from 8,000 square
feet to 6,534 square feet. The applicant requests approval to subdivide an existing
residential parcel containing two structures into two separate lots, with one
existing structure to remain on each resulting lot. The subject property is located
at 207 North Fairview Avenue (TMS # 7-12-080911.00) and is currently zoned R-
8, General Residential District. Property Owner: Theodore and Melissa Fort.
2. VAR - 26-00200003. The City of Spartanburg Board of Zoning Appeals has
received a variance request for a side yard setback reduction from 15 feet to 8 feet
to accommodate the construction of a proposed addition (on the east …
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Meeting Minutes of the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 5:30pm
Dr. TK Gregg Recreation Center
650 Howard St. Spartanburg, SC 29303
Attendance
Board Members Present
e Brian Murdoch, Chair
e McKay Moore, Vice Chair
e Dr. Midas Hampton
e Aksel Wagner
Staff Present
e Fredalyn Frasier, Planning Director
e Nan Zhou, Planner II
Others Present
e Theodore Fort, Homeowner — 207 N. Fairview Ave.
e Ed Miles, Homeowner — 633 Crystal Dr.
e Ricky Richardson, Homeowner — 643 Crystal Dr.
e Members of the public
Call to Order
Chair Brian Murdock called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM. A quorum was established with 4
members present.
The Chair stated that the public notice of the meeting was provided in compliance with the
Freedom of Information Act and the City of Spartanburg Zoning Ordinance, and the Chair
reviewed the meeting procedures for applicants and public comment.
Approval of Agenda
On a motion by Ms. McKay Moore and seconded by Mr. Dr. Midas Hampton, the agenda was
approved by a vote of 4-0.
Approval of Meeting Minutes (July 14, 2026)
On a motion by Dr. Midas Hampton and seconded by Ms. McKay Moore, the meeting minutes
from July 14, 2026 were approved by a vote of 4-0.
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City Council
Council to hold public hearing on rezoning 154 Ridge Street for single-family home
The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to rezone 154 Ridge Street from D-T5 Urban Center to D-T4 General Urban to allow a single-family dwelling. The council will also consider a resolution certifying 630 Wofford Street as an abandoned building site under state revitalization law. Executive sessions are scheduled for a personnel matter and a potential real estate transaction.
- Public hearing: Ordinance to rezone 154 Ridge Street (TMS: 7-12-01-157.00) from D-T5 to D-T4 for single-family dwelling
- Resolution certifying building at 630 Wofford Street (TMS: 7-11-12-165.01) as an abandoned building site under SC Abandoned Buildings Revitalization Act
- Executive session to discuss a personnel matter
- Executive session to discuss a potential real estate transaction
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✓ Decided: City Council approves zoning change for 154 Ridge Street
City Council approved a zoning amendment for a property on Ridge Street to allow for a single-family dwelling. The council also certified a building on Wofford Street as an abandoned building site. No decisions were made during the executive session.
- Approved Ordinance #2026-011 to rezone 154 Ridge Street from D-T5 to D-T4 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution #2026-005 certifying 630 Wofford Street as an abandoned building site (6-0)
- Approved June 22, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved July 13, 2026 meeting agenda (6-0)
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CITY OF SPARTANBURG
SOUTH CAROLINA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, July 13, 2026
5:30 PM
I. Moment of Silence
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Approval of the Minutes of the June 22, 2026 Meeting
IV. Approval of the Agenda of the July 13, 2026 Meeting
V. Public Comment
VI. Public Hearing
A. An Ordinance to Amend the City of Spartanburg, South Carolina Zoning
Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element, By Amending
Section 206, Changes to District Boundaries, Specifically, the Property
Located at 154 Ridge Street (TMS: 7-12-01-157.00) from the Current
Zoning D-T5, Urban Center Zone, to D-T4, General Urban Zone, to
Accomodate the Development of a Single-Family Dwelling and Providing
for Severability and an Effective Date.
Presenter: Fredalyn Frasier, Planning Director
VII. Resolutions
A. A Resolution Certifying a Building as an Abandoned Building Site
Pursuant to the South Carolina Abandoned Buildings Revitalization Act,
Title 12, Chapter 67, Section 12-67-100 et …
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City Council Meeting
County Council Chambers
366 N. Church Street
Monday, July 13, 2026
5:30p.m.
(These minutes to be approved at the July 27, 2026 Council Meeting)
City Council met this date with the following Councilmembers present: Mayor Jerome Rice, Jr.,
Mayor Pro Tem J. Ruth Littlejohn, Councilmembers Jamie Fulmer, Janie Salley, Erica Brown and
Leslie Rodgers. City Manager Chris Story, Deputy City Manager Mitch Kennedy, Assistant City
Manager Kevin Limehouse, Interim City Attorney Max Hyde and City Clerk Christie Lindsey were in
attendance. Councilmember Meghan Smith was absent. Notice of the meeting was posted with the
Media 24 hours in advance according to the Freedom of Information Act. All City Council meetings
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are live streamed/recorded. To view the video for a complete transcript, please visit
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Moment of Silence — observed
Pledge of Allegiance - recited
Approval of the Minutes of the June 22, 2026 City Council Meeting
Councilmember Fulmer made a motion to approve the minutes as received.
Mayor Pro Tem Littlejohn seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
Approval of the Agenda for the July 13, 2026, City Council Meeting
Councilmember Salley made a motion to approve the agenda.
Councilmember Fulmer seconded the motion, which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
Public Comment —
1. Poinventa Moultire-Submitted public comment form online, but did not show up for the
meeting. Mayor Rice called …
Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 17:30
Boards and Commissions
Certificate of Appropriateness for new home at 648 S Irwin Ave
The Board of Architectural Design and Historic Review will consider a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new single-family home at 648 S Irwin Ave in the Hampton Heights Historic District. The application is submitted by Michael Henthorn for owners Jesse Joiner and Madison Kucensky. The meeting also includes procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and staff announcements.
- Certificate of Appropriateness (COA-26-00400020) for new construction single-family home at 648 S Irwin Ave in Hampton Heights Historic District; owner: Jesse Joiner & Madison Kucensky; applicant: Michael Henthorn
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650 Howard St, Spartanburg
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Planning Department
PO Box 1749 • Spartanburg, SC 29304 • phone: (864) 596-2068
email:
[email protected] • website: www.cityofspartanburg.org
Agenda
Board of Architectural Design and Historic Review
July 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Dr. TK Gregg Community Center
650 Howard St. Spartanburg, SC 29303
I. Roll Call
II. Freedom of Information Act Compliance – Public notification of the
meeting has been published, posted, and mailed in compliance with the
Freedom of Information Act and requirements of the City of Spartanburg
Zoning Ordinance.
III. Rules and Procedures for Meeting Conduct
IV. Approval of Agenda
V. Disposition of Minutes of May 14, 2026 meeting
VI. Old Business: None
VII. New Business:
a. COA-26-00400020: The Board of Architectural Design and Historic Review
has received a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new
construction single-family home at 648 S Irwin Ave (Tax Map Sheet: 7-16-
06-012.00) in the Hampton Heights Historic District. Owner: Jesse Joiner &
Madison Kucensky / Applicant: Michael Henthorn, Henthorn Architecture
VIII. Staff Announcements
IX. Adjournment
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🌐 County-level context (Spartanburg County)
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Net migration+7,015 people (+$220.6M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)15 ({"Hurricane": 11, "Severe Storm": 3, "Severe Ice Storm": 3, · last Fri Jan 23, 2026)
Traffic fatalities66 (11 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments7,399 (150,332 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,211/mo (4,202 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy22.4% (low numeracy 34% · 2017)
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3,986
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$364.6M
Spending$342.2M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$66.8M
Debt-to-revenue0.18×
Debt-load index35 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
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