Summerville public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two items: a request to annex a 15.7-acre parcel at South Pointe Boulevard and E. 5th North Street, rezoning it from Dorchester County's TRM to the town's MF-R (Multi-family Residential) district, and proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance's manufactured housing design standards. The commission will also approve minutes from its November 15 and December 1 meetings and consider new street names for the Downtown Nexton Woodfield II development. The annexation staff report notes a projected 20-year fiscal deficit of about $1.5 million for the town.

• Annexation of 15.7 acres (TMS# 138-00-00-015) at South Pointe Blvd. and E. 5th North St., zoned MF-R
• UDO amendment to Section 3.4.2.D.3: allow screening instead of removal of manufactured home tongue, axles, and towing apparatus
• New street names for Downtown Nexton Woodfield II: Bellencourt Dr., Bolling St., Kenmore Rd., Warburton Rd.
• Approval of minutes from Nov. 15 and Dec. 1, 2021 meetings
• Staff report projects $1,505,831.80 deficit over 20 years for the annexation

The Summerville Planning Commission voted 0-6 to recommend denial of South Pointe Ventures' petition to annex and rezone 15.7 acres at South Pointe Boulevard and E. 5th North Street for townhomes. The commission also approved new street names and recommended approval of amendments to manufactured housing design standards. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended denial of annexation and MF-R zoning for 15.7 acres at South Pointe Blvd & E. 5th North St (0-6)
• Approved new street names Bolling St., Kenmore Rd., and Warburton Rd. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of UDO amendments to Chapter 3, Section 3.4.2.D.3 on Manufactured Housing Design Standards (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider final approval for the Six Oaks subdivision amenity center (pool, pool house, playground, etc.), preliminary approval for a 7,500 sq ft office building at 208 N. Cedar Street, final approval for a 16,000 sq ft Harbor Freight Tools store at 388 E. 5th North Street, preliminary approval for a Harris Teeter fuel center at 602 Bacons Bridge Road, and final approval for an outdoor patio at 1200 N. Main Street (Azul). The agenda includes no new business or signs.

• Final approval: Six Oaks amenity center (pool, pool house, playground, walking path, fire pit, pavilion) by Mungo Homes
• Preliminary approval: 7,500 sq ft 2-story office building at 208 N. Cedar Street
• Final approval: 16,000 sq ft Harbor Freight Tools store at 388 E. 5th North Street
• Preliminary approval: Harris Teeter fuel center and kiosk at 602 Bacons Bridge Road
• Final approval: outdoor patio for Azul at 1200 N. Main Street

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Summerville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three requests: a special exception for a short-term rental at 112 Mary Street, a variance to allow front-yard parking at 202 W. 6th North Street, and a variance to reduce front and rear setbacks for the proposed Gahagan Townhomes. The board will also approve minutes from its November 9, 2021 meeting. Staff reports recommend approval of all three requests, with conditions for the parking variance.

• Special exception for short-term rental at 112 Mary Street (TMS #144-04-07-007), zoned GR-5
• Variance for front-yard parking at 202 W. 6th North Street (TMS #130-15-11-003), zoned N-MX
• Variance to reduce front setback from 10 to 8 feet and rear setbacks from 20 feet to 6-15 feet for Gahagan Townhomes (TMS #145-00-00-014), zoned N-R
• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2021 meeting

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special meeting to take final votes on two ordinances: one approving a development agreement with Lennar Carolinas for the Shewmaker Tract, and another changing the Future Land Use Map designation for two parcels from Agricultural Conservation to Neighborhood Mixed Use. The council will also enter an executive session to discuss a personnel matter and receive legal advice, with possible action afterward.

• Final reading of ordinance approving Development Agreement with Lennar Carolinas, LLC (Shewmaker Tract)
• Final reading of ordinance amending Future Land Use Map to Neighborhood Mixed Use for parcels 152-00-00-014 and 152-00-00-01
• Executive session on personnel matter related to Director of Building Services
• Executive session to receive legal advice on Citizen Committees, Commissions, and Boards
• Possible action on executive session items

The Town Council gave final approval to a development agreement with Lennar Carolinas for the Shewmaker Tract and amended the Future Land Use Map for two parcels from Agricultural Conservation to Neighborhood Mixed Use. Council also hired Don Brown as Director of Building Services after an executive session on the personnel matter. The meeting was a special called session with a quorum present.

• Approved development agreement with Lennar Carolinas for Shewmaker Tract (second and final reading)
• Amended Future Land Use Map for parcels 152-00-00-014 and 152-00-00-01 to Neighborhood Mixed Use
• Approved Don Brown as Director of Building Services (unanimous)

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council will hold second and final readings on several ordinances, including annexations, a development agreement with Lennar Carolinas, and the dissolution of the Summerville Redevelopment Corporation. They will also introduce first readings for a lease and the Midtown Redevelopment Plan, and consider signage and playground equipment decisions.

• Annexation of 2.54 acres off Marymeade Drive (TMS# 232-00-02-052) to be rezoned G-B
• Annexation of 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road (TMS#s 152-00-00-014/016) to be rezoned PUD
• Development Agreement with Lennar Carolinas, LLC (Shewmaker Tract)
• First reading: lease of 100 West Richardson Avenue, Suite C
• First reading: Midtown Redevelopment Plan with blight findings

The Summerville Town Council approved the second and final reading of an ordinance to annex approximately 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road, rezoning it to PUD. The vote was 5-1, with Councilman Bailey voting no and Councilman McIntosh abstaining due to a conflict of interest. The council also deferred action on the Lennar Carolinas development agreement to a special called meeting, and postponed the ordinance to dissolve the Summerville Redevelopment Corporation until February 2022.

• Approved annexation of 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road (5-1, McIntosh abstained)
• Deferred Lennar Carolinas Development Agreement to special called meeting
• Postponed dissolution of Summerville Redevelopment Corporation to Feb 10, 2022
• Approved ordinance renaming Clerk to Council to Town Clerk and designating Treasurer as separate officer (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance renaming Public Works Committee and adding ex-officio member (unanimous)
• Repealed and replaced business license ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Midtown Redevelopment Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized condemnation of Gowder property at Hwy 17-A & Tupperway Drive (unanimous)

Historic District / Board of Architectural Review

The Board of Architectural Review will meet via Zoom to consider old and new business items involving property alterations in Summerville's historic district. The board will review applications for porch enclosures, additions, sheds, window replacements, and new garage construction, among other changes. Decisions will be made on certificates of appropriateness for these projects.

• 114 S. Walnut Street: porch enclosure (SHPO #2, Notable)
• 627 W. Richardson Avenue: garden shed installation
• 212 S. Gum Street: addition to residence (SHPO #2, Notable)
• 114 B W. 5th South Street: replacement of 11 windows and 1 door
• 141 Gadsden Avenue: enclosed porch and deck addition (SHPO #5)

The Board of Architectural Review approved six projects including a porch enclosure, garden shed, window replacement, half bath addition, enclosed porch, and master suite addition with detached garage. Four items were tabled for revised drawings: the 212 S. Gum Street addition, 145 Gadsden Street COA renewal, 136 Linwood Lane garage, and 114 S. Walnut Street porch enclosure (which was later approved).

• Approved 114 S. Walnut Street porch enclosure (unanimous)
• Approved 627 W. Richardson Avenue garden shed (6-1, Bowers opposed)
• Tabled 212 S. Gum Street addition for revisions
• Tabled 145 Gadsden Street COA renewal for design change
• Approved 114 B W. 5th South Street window/door replacement with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved 106 Cuthbert Street half bath addition (unanimous)
• Approved 141 Gadsden Avenue enclosed porch and deck (unanimous)
• Approved 400 S. Gum Street addition and detached garage (unanimous)

Standing Committee

The Standing Committee is discussing an annexation and zoning request to designate a property as G-B (General Business) zoning. The agenda includes a map showing the area near Berlin G Myers Parkway, Marymeade Drive, N Gum St, and E 9th North St, with current zoning designations including F-R and PUD.

• Annexation and zoning to G-B (General Business)
• Area near Berlin G Myers Pkwy, Marymeade Dr, N Gum St, E 9th North St
• Current zoning includes F-R and PUD

The Finance Committee approved reallocating $13,000 from CDBG-CV funds to install WiFi and a camera system at Doty and Wassamassaw Parks. They also authorized a $35,000 annual Stormwater Consortium membership with Clemson University, amended a vehicle purchase order for two Ford F250s to $69,495, and approved multiple purchase orders for firefighting gear, vehicles, and utility work. The Parks & Recreation Committee voted to send the playground equipment disposition to full Council, and the Public Safety Committee recommended signage prohibiting weapons on Town buildings and at special events.

• Approved $13,000 reallocation from CDBG-CV funds for WiFi and camera systems at Doty and Wassamassaw Parks.
• Authorized Town Administrator to enter Stormwater Consortium membership with Clemson University at $35,000 annually.
• Amended purchase order for two Ford F250s for Parks & Recreation to $69,495.
• Approved $63,900.40 purchase order for 20 sets of structural firefighting gear.
• Approved $43,561.00 purchase order for a 2022 Ford 250 Van for the Fire Department.
• Approved $30,366 purchase order to Dominion Energy for underground line conversion.
• Approved purchase orders for three Dodge Durango police vehicles totaling $96,119 from ARP funds.
• Parks & Recreation Committee voted to send playground equipment disposition to full Council for a deadline decision.

Tree Protection Board

The Summerville Tree Protection Board will consider a request to remove two Hickory trees and one Pine tree at 124 St. Phillips Row. The applicant, Curtis Castell, seeks approval under the town's Grand Tree removal guidelines. The board will also review minutes from the November 8 meeting.

• Removal of two Hickory trees (20" and 17") and one Pine tree (23") at 124 St. Phillips Row
• Approval of minutes from November 8, 2021 meeting
• Public hearing on tree removal application

The Tree Protection Board approved the removal of one hickory tree at 124 St Phillips Row and denied removal of two other trees. The applicant was not present. The board's arborist said all trees were healthy, but one was close to and hanging over the house. The motion to remove tree #1 and deny trees #2 and #3 passed unanimously.

• Approved removal of tree #1 (hickory) at 124 St Phillips Row due to proximity to house
• Denied removal of tree #2 (hickory) at 124 St Phillips Row
• Denied removal of tree #3 (pine) at 124 St Phillips Row
• Approved minutes of the November 8, 2021 meeting as presented

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board will conduct a site visit to 124 St. Phillips Row. No decisions will be made during the visit; all decisions will occur at the regular meeting on December 6, 2021.

• Site visit to 124 St. Phillips Row

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission is holding a public hearing and will consider a resolution recommending Town Council approve a proposed 5-year Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for FY 2021-2026 and a revised Development Impact Fee Ordinance. The CIP, prepared with consultant Kimley-Horn, is required by state law to be reviewed every five years and projects significant residential and non-residential growth. The Commission may recommend the plan as presented or suggest discounts to impact fee rates.

• Public hearing on proposed 5-year Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for FY 2021-2026
• Resolution recommending approval of amended CIP and revised Development Impact Fee Ordinance
• CIP projects 11,871 new residents by 2026, a 23.3% increase from the 2020 Census baseline of 50,915
• Potential residential impact fee revenue projected at $12,691,486 for single-family and $24,084,586 for multi-family through 2026
• Potential non-residential impact fee revenue projected at $408,621 for fire facilities and $2,101,515 for municipal facilities

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed 5-year Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for FY 2021-2026, with no public comment. Under new business, the Commission unanimously approved a resolution for the amended CIP and revised Development Impact Fee Ordinance, with recommendations for Council to review 2019 vs. 2020 impact fee numbers, consider adding an inflation rate, and not discount impact fees. The meeting adjourned at 4:13 PM.

• Approved the resolution for the amended Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for FY 2021-2026 and revised Development Impact Fee Ordinance, unanimously.
• Recommended Council compare 2019 and 2020 impact fee calculation numbers, as 2020 was an unusual year.
• Recommended adding an inflation rate to the CIP, as it was not currently accounted for.
• Recommended charging the maximum allowable impact fees, not discounted.
• Noted that CIP inputs needed smoothing, but would be reviewed more closely before final adoption.
• Closed the public hearing on the CIP with no public comment.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider preliminary approval for a mixed-use development at 610 W. 5th North Street, which was previously denied. The board will also review final approval requests for two outdoor patios at 1200 N. Main Street (Kairos and Azul). The agenda includes approval of the October 21, 2021 minutes.

• 610 W. 5th North Street – mixed-use development with 2 commercial buildings and 4 townhouse buildings (preliminary approval)
• 1200 N. Main Street – new outdoor patio for Kairos (final approval)
• 1200 N. Main Street – new outdoor patio for Azul (final approval)
• Approval of October 21, 2021 meeting minutes

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The Summerville Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes, formalize committee goals, and discuss the 2022 Planning Document. They will also review the Sidewalk Inventory process with GIS, discuss alternate trail routes during Berlin Myers Park construction, and consider downtown development and public grant research.

• Formalize committee goals
• Development of 2022 Planning Document
• Sidewalk Inventory process – GIS review
• Alternate trail route during Berlin Myers Park construction
• Downtown Development – Bridge over Tracks

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) agreed to create a report for the town council that includes a past priority list and expands on a vision and objectives for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure. The committee discussed goals such as reducing collisions, increasing sidewalks, and establishing a recurring funding mechanism. No formal votes were taken; the meeting focused on planning and discussion.

• Approved minutes from September 15, 2021 (John approved, Gene second)
• Agreed to create a report for town council with past priorities and vision/objectives

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several annexation petitions, including a 2.54-acre parcel off Marymeade Drive to be zoned General Business, and a Town-initiated annexation of right-of-way for the Maple Street road project. They will also revisit two postponed annexations from the previous meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the October 18 meeting and new street names as needed.

• Annexation of 2.54 acres off Marymeade Drive, zoned G-B (General Business), by Marymeade Associates LP
• Annexation of portions of Parsons Road, Linning Road, and two tracts for the Maple Street road project
• Annexation of 20.673 acres along Brighton Park Blvd. to be zoned PUD, amending the Nexton PUD (postponed from October)
• Annexation of two parcels totaling ~107.75 acres on Bellwright and Finucan Roads, zoned PUD (postponed from October)
• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2021 meeting

The Summerville Planning Commission recommended approval of two annexation petitions: a 2.54-acre parcel off Marymeade Drive (rezoned to General Business) and portions of Parsons Road, Linning Road, and two tracts for the Maple Street project. Two other annexation requests (Nexton and two parcels totaling ~107.75 acres) were postponed at the applicants' request. No public comments were heard.

• Recommended approval of Marymeade Associates annexation (2.54 acres, zoned G-B) (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Town of Summerville annexation of Parsons Road, Linning Road, and two tracts (unanimous)
• Postponed Nexton annexation (20.923 acres) at applicant's request (unanimous)
• Postponed annexation of two parcels (~107.75 acres) at applicant's request (unanimous)

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council will hold a second public hearing and vote on a development agreement with Lennar Carolinas for a 278.53-acre tract near Dorchester Road, including annexation and rezoning to PUD. The council will also introduce several ordinances, including business license fee changes and administrative updates, and consider allocating ARPA funds for worker bonuses and a police mental health program.

• Second reading of ordinance to annex 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road and rezone from CG/R-4 to PUD (Lennar Carolinas)
• First reading of ordinance to repeal and replace business license regulations (Chapter 8, Article II)
• Authorization to allocate up to $1,443,604 for premium pay bonuses from ARPA funds
• Authorization to allocate up to $526,641 for a Mental Health Crisis Program for the Police Department
• First reading of ordinance to amend Future Land Use Map to Neighborhood Mixed Use for the Lennar parcels

The council unanimously voted not to implement a COVID vaccine mandate for town employees, instead allocating up to $1,443,604 in American Rescue Plan funds for premium pay bonuses to essential and frontline workers with full vaccination cards. The council also gave first reading to several ordinances, including annexation and a development agreement for a 278.53-acre Lennar Carolinas project, and approved a $526,641 mental health crisis program for the police department.

• Voted not to implement COVID vaccine mandate, allocated $1,443,604 for bonuses (unanimous)
• Approved $526,641 for police mental health crisis program (unanimous)
• Postponed second reading of annexation ordinance for Lennar Carolinas parcels (6-0, McIntosh recused)
• Gave first reading to development agreement with Lennar Carolinas (6-0, McIntosh recused)
• Gave first reading to amend Future Land Use Map for Lennar parcels (6-0, McIntosh recused)
• Gave first reading to ordinance renaming Clerk to Council to Town Clerk (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to ordinance renaming Public Works Committee (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to ordinance repealing business license sections (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering a request to increase the maximum lot coverage from 35% to 42% for a detached garage. Staff reports indicate the applicant may not meet all necessary criteria for a variance, noting that increased coverage can contribute to area runoff and flooding.

• Variance request: 213 Towhee Drive (TMS # 145-07-03-074) to increase lot coverage from 35% to 42%

Standing Committee

The Town of Summerville's standing committees meet to consider several financial requisitions, including over $1 million in vehicle and equipment purchases for the Police and Fire Departments. The Finance Committee will also discuss American Rescue Plan fund uses, a stormwater agreement with Clemson University, and a grant for the Maple Street Improvement Project. Most committees have no agenda items for November.

• $550,088 for 18 Dodge Durango police vehicles from Performance Automotive Group
• $167,981.40 for police vehicle parts, labor, and installation from West Chatham Warning Devices
• $76,819.82 for 14 Motorola mobile radios and accessories for Police Department
• $57,189 for Ford F-250 pickup truck for Fire Department from Vic Bailey Ford
• $2,820,851 grant from S.C. Dept. of Commerce for Maple Street Improvement Project

The Finance Committee approved a $2,820,851 grant agreement with the S.C. Department of Commerce for the Maple Street Improvement Project, and approved multiple vehicle and equipment purchases for the Fire, Police, and Parks departments. The Public Works Committee approved adding striping and delineators to the Golf Road/Spring Road/US Hwy 17-A intersection. The Stormwater Consortium membership was postponed to December, and ARP fund allocations were discussed but not finalized.

• Approved $2,820,851 grant for Maple Street Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Approved striping and delineators for Golf Road/Spring Road/US Hwy 17-A intersection (unanimous)
• Approved $57,189 Ford F-250 for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved $62,394 Ford Expedition Max for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved $76,819.82 for 14 Motorola radios for Police (unanimous)
• Approved $62,673 for two Ford F250s for Parks and Recreation (unanimous)
• Approved $550,088 for 18 Dodge Durangos for Police (unanimous)
• Postponed Stormwater Consortium membership decision to December (unanimous)

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board will consider approving removal of trees for the Summerville Commons apartment development off BGM Parkway, which was tabled in September for further discussion. The board will also review eight residential requests to remove individual trees across town. The agenda includes approval of the September 7, 2021 minutes.

• Summerville Commons (off BGM Pkwy) – removal of trees for apartment development, including several Live Oaks and a Hackberry
• 106 Hazeltine Bend – removal of three Pines, one Maple, one Oak, one other tree
• 89 Old Trolley Road – removal of one 31” Cedar tree
• 118 Azalea Drive – removal of one Cypress and one Gum tree
• 302 Rutherford Street – removal of one Pine, one Magnolia and one Dogwood tree

The Tree Protection Board approved several tree removal requests with conditions, denied one, and deferred others. The board approved removal of trees at Summerville Commons, 106 Hazeltine Bend, 118 Azalea Drive (partial), 121 Plantation Drive, and 108 Horse Shoe Bay Court, while denying removal at 89 Old Trolley Road. Decisions were based on arborist assessments and property concerns.

• Approved Summerville Commons tree plan with changes (unanimous)
• Approved removal of trees #1, #2, and inferior stems on #5 and #6 at 106 Hazeltine Bend (unanimous)
• Denied removal of 31” Cedar at 89 Old Trolley Road (unanimous)
• Approved removal of Cypress, denied Sweet Gum at 118 Azalea Drive (unanimous)
• Deferred decision on Magnolia, approved Dogwood removal at 302 Rutherford Drive (unanimous)
• Approved removal of all trees at 121 Plantation Drive (unanimous)
• Approved removal of Bradford Pear, deferred Pine decision at 106 Hasting Way (unanimous)
• Approved removal of trees #2 and #3, pruning of #1 at 108 Horse Shoe Bay Court (unanimous)

Municipal Election Commission

The Summerville Municipal Election Commission is meeting to administer the oath to the Board of Canvassers, hear any provisional ballot challenges, and certify the results of the municipal election. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no policy items or public hearings listed.

• Oath of Board of Canvassers
• Provisional ballot hearing
• Election certification

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board will conduct site visits to eight properties on November 4, 2021, to inspect tree-related matters. No decisions will be made during the visits; all decisions will occur at the regular meeting on November 8, 2021.

• Site visit to 108 Horse Shoe Bay Court
• Site visit to 106 Hazeltine Bend
• Site visit to 121 Plantation Drive
• Site visit to 106 Hasting Way
• Site visit to 114 Surlington Drive

Historic District / Board of Architectural Review

The Summerville Board of Architectural Review will hold a Zoom meeting to review three property requests in the historic district. They will consider final approval for an addition and garage renovation at 205 Sumter Avenue, a garden shed at 627 W. Richardson Avenue, and conceptual approval for an addition at 212 S. Gum Street. The board will also approve minutes from the October 5th meeting.

• 205 Sumter Avenue: final approval for residence addition and garage renovation
• 627 W. Richardson Avenue: final approval for a 10' x 10' garden shed
• 212 S. Gum Street: conceptual approval for a residence addition
• Approval of October 5, 2021 meeting minutes

The Board of Architectural Review approved the revised proposal for an addition to the existing residence at 205 Sumter Avenue, with the applicant clarifying no garage addition would be built. The board deferred a vote on a garden shed at 627 W. Richardson Avenue because the homeowner was absent, and took no vote on an addition at 212 S. Gum Street, asking the applicant to return with a more historically sensitive design.

• Approved revised addition at 205 Sumter Avenue (unanimous)
• Deferred vote on garden shed at 627 W. Richardson Avenue
• No vote taken on addition at 212 S. Gum Street; revisions requested

Municipal Election Commission

The commission will meet to discuss absentee voting, election preparation, and information regarding election day and certification. The agenda consists of procedural items related to upcoming election administration.

• Discussion of absentee voting
• Election preparation planning
• Review of election day and certification information

Design Review Board

The Summerville Design Review Board will meet on October 21, 2021, to review several development proposals. They will consider final approval for a 270-unit multi-family development at Summerville Commons, a new office building, a Chick-Fil-A drive-through expansion, a mixed-use development, and a Harris Teeter fuel center. The board will also approve the minutes from the September 16, 2021 meeting.

• Summerville Commons – 270-unit multi-family development at Berlin G Myers Parkway and E. 9th North Street (Final Approval)
• 208 N. Cedar Street – 7,500 SF two-story office building (Conceptual Review)
• 1312 N Main Street – Chick-Fil-A drive-through modifications and addition (Final Approval)
• 610 W. 5th North Street – Mixed-use with 2 commercial buildings and 4 townhouse buildings (Preliminary Approval)
• 602 Bacons Bridge Road – Harris Teeter fuel center and kiosk (Conceptual Review)

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission will hold public hearings and discuss proposed amendments to the Town's Development Impact Fee Ordinance, based on an updated Impact Fee Study. They will also consider two annexation petitions: one for 20.923 acres along Brighton Park Blvd. by Nash-Nexton Holdings, LLC, and another for two parcels totaling approximately 107.75 acres on Bellwright and Finucan Roads. New street names for Downtown Nexton and Woodfield will also be reviewed. No final action is requested on the impact fee ordinance at this time.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Development Impact Fee Ordinance and updated Impact Fee Study
• Annexation petition by Nash-Nexton Holdings, LLC for 20.923 acres along Brighton Park Blvd., zoned PUD upon annexation
• Annexation petitions for two parcels totaling ~107.75 acres on Bellwright and Finucan Roads, zoned PUD upon annexation
• New street names: Downtown Nexton (Deal Street, Metropolitan Avenue, Session Street, Bond Street) and Woodfield (Wellness Pond Road, Zephyr Road)
• Review of the Town's Development Impact Fee Ordinance and updated Impact Fee Study

The Summerville Planning Commission approved four new street names for Downtown Nexton, one for Woodfield, and one for Daniel's Orchard. Two annexation petitions were postponed to the November meeting at the applicants' request. The Commission also reviewed the Development Impact Fee Ordinance but took no action.

• Approved four street names for Downtown Nexton: Deal Street, Metropolitan Avenue, Session Street, Bond Street (unanimous)
• Approved Zephyr Road for Woodfield Development (unanimous)
• Approved Southern Shrub Alley for Daniel's Orchard (6-1, Stoudenmire opposed)
• Postponed annexation petition for Nash-Nexton Holdings (20.923 acres) to November meeting (unanimous)
• Postponed annexation petitions for I-26/78 Associates and William R. Heatley Jr. (107.75 acres) to November meeting (unanimous)

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is meeting to consider a development agreement with Lennar Carolinas for a 278.53-acre parcel near Dorchester Road and Orangeburg Road, with a public hearing scheduled. The council will also vote on final readings of two annexation ordinances, including a 0.918-acre property at 620 Greenwave Boulevard. Several administrative items are on the agenda, including agreements with the Chamber of Commerce, vehicle financing resolutions, and a scope for Phase II of Summerville Preserve on the Ashley. The meeting includes an executive session covering personnel, legal, and contractual matters, with possible action afterward.

• Public hearing on development agreement with Lennar Carolinas for ~278.53 acres near Dorchester Road and Orangeburg Road
• Final reading: annex 620 Greenwave Boulevard (0.918 acres), rezoning from CG to G-B
• Final reading: annex N. Maple Street right-of-way fronting multiple tracts
• Authorize agreements with Greater Summerville Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce for Visitors Center and Tourism management
• Resolutions for vehicle financing: 5 years at 1.10% and 10 years at 1.72%

The Summerville Town Council held a public hearing on a development agreement with Lennar Carolinas for the Shewmaker Tract, but took no vote on it. The council unanimously approved two annexations, authorized agreements with the Chamber of Commerce, approved vehicle financing resolutions, and moved forward with Phase II of Summerville Preserve on the Ashley. It also entered executive session for legal and personnel matters, took no action, and later approved the sale of town-owned property on the Woodlands tract for $1.2 million.

• Approved annexation of 620 Greenwave Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of N. Maple Street right-of-way (unanimous)
• Authorized Visitors Center Management Agreement with Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Authorized Tourism Management Agreement with Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year vehicle financing at 1.10% (unanimous)
• Approved 10-year vehicle financing at 1.72% (unanimous)
• Approved Phase II of Summerville Preserve on the Ashley (passive park) (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 4.04 acres on Woodlands tract for $1.2M (unanimous)

Standing Committee

The Town of Summerville's standing committees will meet to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a lease agreement with the SC Army National Guard for land near the Jerry Blackwell Sports Complex, a future land use map amendment for parcels on Dorchester Road, and multiple purchase orders totaling over $2.1 million. The Finance Committee will also consider reallocating $182,968.85 in CDBG funds for a fire station vehicle and rehabilitation, and an executive session on a proposed TIF district.

• Lease agreement with SC Army National Guard for 6 acres at 95 Owens Drive (TM #137-00-00-015) for recreational use, with grounds maintenance in lieu of rent
• Future Land Use Map amendment from Agricultural Conservation to Neighborhood Mixed Use for parcels 152-00-00-014 and 152-00-00-016 on Dorchester Road
• Reallocation of $182,968.85 in CDBG funds for Fire Station One emergency vehicle and rehabilitation
• Purchase orders: $54,524.71 (Johnson Controls camera system), $31,659.37 (Toro Sand Pro), $36,500 (tennis court resurfacing at Azalea Park), $42,968.85 (Polaris UTV), $769,400 (KME pumper), $4,754.22 + $1,857.00 (175th Anniversary banners), $63,440 (drainage study), $1,152,686 (Maple Street CEI)
• Presentation of September 2021 financial reports and request to gift a Glock 9mm to retiring Lt. Cassandra Williams

The Finance Committee approved multiple purchase orders, including a $1,152,686 contract for construction engineering inspection on the Maple Street Project, funded by Mid-Town TIF proceeds. The Planning and Development Committee postponed action on a Future Land Use Map amendment for two Dorchester Road parcels to allow staff to work with the developer on changes. The Parks and Recreation Committee approved a lease agreement with the Office of the Adjutant General for property adjacent to the Jerry Blackwell Sports Complex. The Public Works Committee discussed parking, stop sign criteria, and a mural, but took no formal votes.

• Approved $1,152,686 purchase order to HDR for Maple Street Project inspection (unanimous)
• Approved $769,400 purchase order to Safe Industries for KME Custom pumper (unanimous)
• Approved $182,968.85 CDBG fund reallocation to Fire Station One (unanimous)
• Approved $54,524.71 purchase order to Johnson Controls for downtown camera system (unanimous)
• Approved $63,440 purchase order to SDH Engineering for drainage study (unanimous)
• Approved $42,968.85 purchase order to Polaris Sales for UTV (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with Office of the Adjutant General for Jerry Blackwell Sports Complex property (unanimous)
• Postponed action on Future Land Use Map amendment for Dorchester Road parcels (unanimous)

Municipal Election Commission

The Summerville Municipal Election Commission is meeting to approve minutes from September 1, 2021, and receive an update on the town's municipal election. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from September 1, 2021
• Town of Summerville Municipal Election Update

The commission unanimously approved the September 1, 2021 minutes. Election officials reported that two races are contested (Council District 1 and Commissioner of Public Works), absentee voting has started, and all voting equipment is tested. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; the meeting was informational.

• Approved September 1, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Tree Protection Board

The Summerville Tree Protection Board is holding a workshop to discuss the permitting process and their role and authority within it. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to this discussion.

• Workshop on permitting process and board authority

Historic District / Board of Architectural Review

The Summerville Historic District Board of Architectural Review will meet via Zoom to review five property alteration requests in the historic district. The board will also approve minutes from its September 15th meeting. All applicants are required to present their individual requests.

• 205 Sumter Avenue: addition to existing single-family residence and garage
• 114 S. Walnut Street: closing in back porch on existing single-family residence
• 217 E. Richardson Avenue: installation of fence on corner lot
• 201 W. Carolina Avenue: installation of chairlift to exterior stair of existing office
• 400 S. Gum Street: removal and installation of windows on existing single-family residence

The Board of Architectural Review approved three projects: a wood privacy fence at 217 E. Richardson Avenue with conditions, an exterior stairlift at 201 W. Carolina Avenue, and new windows at 400 S. Gum Street. A proposal to enclose a rear portico at 114 S. Walnut Street was not approved and must be resubmitted with revised drawings. The addition at 205 Sumter Avenue received preliminary review with no vote.

• Approved wood privacy fence at 217 E. Richardson Ave with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved exterior stairlift at 201 W. Carolina Ave (unanimous)
• Approved window replacement at 400 S. Gum St (unanimous)
• Deferred portico enclosure at 114 S. Walnut St pending revised drawings
• Preliminary review only for addition at 205 Sumter Ave; no vote

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a request to amend the Future Land Use Map, changing two parcels (152-00-00-014 and 016) fronting Dorchester Road from Agricultural Conservation to Neighborhood Mixed Use. This change is tied to the proposed Shewmaker PUD and Development Agreement, which includes residential and commercial uses. The commission will also approve minutes from the August 16 meeting and consider new street names if any are submitted.

• Public hearing and resolution to amend Future Land Use Map for parcels 152-00-00-014 and 016 (Dorchester Road) from Agricultural Conservation to Neighborhood Mixed Use
• Amendment supports Shewmaker PUD, preserving over 95% of wetlands (over 40% of property)
• Approval of minutes from August 16, 2021 meeting
• New street names (as needed)

The Planning Commission unanimously approved an amendment to the Future Land Use Map in the Comprehensive Plan, changing the designation for parcels 152-00-00-014 and 016 fronting Dorchester Road from Agricultural Conservation to Neighborhood Mixed Use. The motion was made by Jonathan Lee and seconded by Elaine Segelken. The public hearing on the amendment was opened and closed with no public comment. The minutes from the August 16, 2021 meeting were accepted as distributed.

• Approved the minutes from the August 16, 2021 meeting as distributed.
• Approved the Future Land Use Map amendment for parcels 152-00-00-014 and 016 from Agricultural Conservation to Neighborhood Mixed Use (unanimous).
• Closed the public hearing for the land-use amendment with no public comment.

Design Review Board

The Summerville Design Review Board is meeting to review and vote on several development applications, including preliminary and final approvals for commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects. Items include a new Harbor Freight store, a fitness center, a 65-unit townhome development, and two mixed-use buildings. The board will also consider a carport, an amenity center, and a parking lot addition.

• 388 E. 5th North Street – 16,000 SF Harbor Freight Tools store, preliminary approval
• Martin's Creek Townhomes – 65-unit townhouse development on Martin's Creek Boulevard, preliminary review
• 650 N. Laurel Street – 2 mixed-use buildings with 12 residential and 12 commercial spaces at Daniels Orchard, preliminary approval
• 1660 Old Trolley Road – Fitness center and trellises for apartment entrances, final approval
• 1231-1235 Boone Hill Road – Parking lot addition in front yard, final approval

Historic District / Board of Architectural Review

The Summerville Board of Architectural Review approved seven of nine proposed projects, denied one, and deferred one. Approved projects include additions, window/door closures, and new construction at various addresses. The exterior staircase at 215 W. 2nd South Street was denied unanimously as inappropriate for the historic district. The item at 114 S. Walnut Street was deferred because no one attended to present it.

• Approved addition at 246 Marion Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved window/door closures at 418 Central Avenue with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved window/door closures and siding replacement at 127 Tupper Lane (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to new construction at 608 Central Avenue with porch condition (unanimous)
• Denied exterior staircase at 215 W. 2nd South Street (unanimous)
• Approved bay window replacement at 107 Briarwood Lane with staff-level final approval (unanimous)
• Deferred item at 114 S. Walnut Street due to no presenter
• Approved roof structures at 123 W. Richardson Avenue with conditions (unanimous)

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The Summerville Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes, elect positions due to resignations, and discuss committee goals. They will also review the Town Ordinance, receive updates on the Berlin Myers Extension and Dorchester County Sales Tax transportation planning, and discuss sidewalk inventory and public grant research.

• Election of positions due to resignations
• Discussion of Town Ordinance and Committee goals
• Update on Berlin Myers Extension
• Update on Dorchester County Sales Tax transportation planning
• Review of sidewalk inventory process

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee elected Gene Brislin as Chairman and Sandy O'Keefe as Vice Chairman/Secretary. The committee reviewed its ordinance-defined duties, including advising on plans, prioritizing facilities, and promoting safety. Updates were given on the Berlin G Parkway Phase 3 project, expected to go out for bid in March 2022, and on gathering comments on the 2010 Planning Docs. Public comments included sidewalk priority recommendations and a safety concern about motorized vehicles on the Sawmill Branch Trail.

• Elected Gene Brislin as Chairman (accepted).
• Elected Sandy O'Keefe as Vice Chairman/Secretary (accepted).
• Accepted the minutes from the July 21st meeting.
• Reviewed the town's code of ordinance for the committee's duties.
• Noted Berlin G Parkway Phase 3 is expected to be approved and out for bid in March 2022.
• Set a due date of the next meeting (November 17th) for committee comments on the 2010 Planning Docs.
• Discussed the possibility of bringing a Criterium bike race to Summerville in spring 2022.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Summerville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on September 14, 2021, to consider five variance requests from property owners seeking relief from zoning requirements. These include requests to reduce setbacks for a new house and a sunroom addition, and to increase maximum lot coverage for a garage, a gazebo, and a house. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• 105 Hansberry Lane: variance to reduce side setback from 15 to 10.4 feet for a new house
• 246 Marion Avenue: variance to reduce rear setback from 25 to 18.5 feet for a sunroom and allow deck projection
• 104 Classic Street: variance to increase lot coverage from 35% to 37.5%
• 106 Arbor Road: variance to reduce accessory structure setbacks (rear from 5 to 2 feet, side from 10 to 5 feet) for a detached garage
• 97 Creek Bend Drive: variance to increase lot coverage from 35% to 45% for a gazebo

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on several annexation and rezoning petitions, including a large 278.53-acre property on Dorchester Road. They will also take final votes on ordinances to annex other parcels, rezone land on N. Maple St., dissolve the Summerville Redevelopment Corporation, and adopt a cooperative purchasing policy. The agenda includes a first reading of a Midtown Redevelopment Plan and resolutions on impact fees and a softball league license.

• Annexation of 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road (TMS#s 152-00-00-014/016) to PUD zoning
• Annexation of 0.918 acres at 620 Greenwave Blvd to G-B zoning
• Final reading: annex 100.23 acres in Berkeley County to G-B zoning
• Final reading: rezone 20.91 acres on N. Maple St. from N-MX to G-B
• First reading: Midtown Redevelopment Plan with blight findings

The Summerville Town Council approved a motion to authorize the Town Administrator and Town Attorney to develop a draft vaccine mandate policy for all town employees, effective November 15, 2021, with medical and religious exemptions. The vote was 4-2, with Councilmembers Garten-Schmidt and McIntosh opposed. The council also gave first or final readings to multiple annexation and rezoning ordinances, approved a cooperative purchasing amendment, and postponed the dissolution of the Summerville Redevelopment Corporation to the October meeting.

• Approved drafting vaccine mandate policy for town employees (4-2)
• Gave first reading to annex 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road as PUD (5-0, McIntosh recused)
• Gave first reading to annex 0.918 acres at 620 Greenwave Blvd as G-B (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to annex N. Maple Street right-of-way (unanimous)
• Gave final reading to annex 100 W. Butternut Rd (0.85 acres) as N-B (unanimous)
• Gave final reading to annex Rosemary tract (100.23 acres) as G-B (unanimous)
• Gave final reading to rezone 20.91 acres on N. Maple St from N-MX to G-B (unanimous)
• Postponed dissolution of Summerville Redevelopment Corp to October meeting (unanimous)

Tree Protection Board

The Summerville Tree Protection Board will consider eight requests to remove protected trees, including two large-scale removals for apartment and mixed-use developments. Staff evaluations note many trees are healthy, and decisions will be made against the UDO's Grand Tree removal criteria. The agenda also includes approval of the August 9, 2021 minutes.

• 100 Amen Corner: removal of 3 pines and 1 willow oak (staff: trees healthy)
• 198 Bamert Street: removal of 3 pines (one with rot)
• 103 Limerick Circle: removal of 6 pines (one with rot)
• Summerville Commons (off BGM Pkwy & E. 9th North St.): removal for apartment development
• 610 W 5th North Street: removal for mixed-use development

The Tree Protection Board approved several tree removal requests, including at 100 Amen Corner, 198 Bamert Street, 109 President Circle, and 610 W. 5th North Street, with conditions or as presented. The board tabled the Summerville Commons apartment development discussion to allow further talks with the DRB. One item at 821 Central Avenue was removed because the fee was not paid.

• Approved removal of Willow Oak and Pine #3 at 100 Amen Corner, with pruning on trees #2 and #4 (unanimous)
• Approved removal of previously approved tree at 198 Bamert Street, denied removal of two other pines (carried)
• Denied removal of all six pines at 103 Limerick Circle (3-1, Morris opposed)
• Took no action on 2029 Shoal Creek Court; issue referred to Town due to unpermitted removal
• Approved removal of multiple trees at 109 President Circle (carried)
• Tabled Summerville Commons tree removal discussion for further DRB talks (carried)
• Approved tree removal plan at 610 W. 5th North Street, with effort to save as many trees as possible (carried)
• Removed 821 Central Avenue item from agenda due to unpaid fee

Standing Committee

The Summerville Standing Committees will meet to discuss and potentially approve several items, including lease renewals, annexation petitions, public works projects, and financial matters. The Finance Committee will review August financial reports, discuss the American Rescue Plan, and consider multiple purchase orders totaling over $430,000. The agenda includes both decisions and discussions, with some items requiring council action.

• Annexation of 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road by Summerville Partners of Georgia, LLLP (rezoned to PUD)
• Annexation of 0.918 acres at 620 Greenwave Boulevard by Extra Effort Sports, LLC (rezoned to G-B)
• Annexation of N. Maple Street right-of-way by the Town
• Purchase order to Wolff & Son Electric, Inc. for $86,962 for Doty Park Lighting
• Purchase order to Design Build Construction LLC for $248,881 for Fire Station 6 design

The Parks & Recreation Committee renewed the Summerville Girls Softball League agreement as a license. The Planning and Development Committee recommended three annexations to full Council. The Public Works Committee approved a four-way stop sign at Shepard Street and Parkwood Drive. The Finance Committee approved lease purchase financing, HTAX reappropriation, and several purchase orders.

• Renewed Summerville Girls Softball League agreement as a license (unanimous)
• Recommended annexation of 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road to full Council (2-0, McIntosh recused)
• Recommended annexation of 0.918 acres at 620 Greenwave Blvd to full Council (unanimous)
• Recommended annexation of N. Maple Street right-of-way to full Council (unanimous)
• Approved four-way stop sign at Shepard Street and Parkwood Drive (3-0, McIntosh did not vote)
• Approved lease purchase financing authorization and schedule (unanimous)
• Approved reappropriation of HTAX funds for police officers and cameras (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 payment to Summerville DREAM for 2021 Summerville Skates (unanimous)

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board will conduct site visits to eight properties on September 2, 2021. No decisions will be made during the visits; all decisions will occur at the regular meeting on September 7, 2021.

• 103 Limerick Circle
• 198 Bamert Street
• Summerville Commons – BGM Parkway & E. 9th North Street
• 610 W. 5th North Street
• 100 Amen Corner, 2029 Shoal Creek Court, 821 Central Avenue, 109 President Circle

Municipal Election Commission

The Summerville Municipal Election Commission is meeting to handle routine election business, including approving prior minutes, administering an oath of office, and discussing candidate filing, absentee voting, poll watcher guides, and training. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Oath of office for Gerald Byrnes
• Discussion of candidate filing
• Discussion of absentee voting
• Discussion of poll watcher and candidate guide
• Training and certification

The Municipal Election Commission approved the June 29, 2021 meeting minutes and administered the oath of office to member Gerald Byrnes. The commission reviewed the list of candidates who had filed as of September 1, 2021, and discussed absentee voting and poll worker training dates. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Approved minutes of June 29, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Administered oath of office to Gerald Byrnes
• Set next meeting for October 6, 2021 at 2pm (later changed to 3pm)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request by AMH Development to reduce side and rear setbacks on five lots in the Noisette Row area. The staff report notes that variances are only required for lots 5, 6, and 10, as the proposed houses fit on lots 4 and 9 without them. The agenda indicates no minutes to approve and no other old or new business items.

• Variance request to decrease side setbacks on Lots 4, 5, 6, and 9 from 10 feet to 5 feet
• Variance request to decrease rear setback on Lot 10 from 25 feet to 20 feet
• Staff report states variances are only required for Lots 5, 6, and 10
• Property is zoned GR-5 General Residential and surrounded by GR-5 zoning

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a possible mask mandate in town buildings, continuation of COVID leave pay, and authorization to request $7,796,973 in American Rescue Plan funds. The council will also hold a second reading on a lease for 100 West Richardson Avenue and an ordinance amending utility fees, and consider in-person absentee voting at Rollins Edwards Community Center.

• Consideration of mandated face masks in all Town-owned buildings
• Discussion of continuation of COVID leave pay
• Second reading of ordinance for lease at 100 West Richardson Avenue, Suites A&B
• Authorize request of $7,796,973 from U.S. Treasury for ARP allocation
• Consideration of in-person absentee voting at Rollins Edwards Community Center

The Town Council voted 4-3 to prohibit unvaccinated employees from using COVID leave pay for quarantine, with exemptions for medical or religious conflicts. The council also authorized the Town Administrator to offer the Director of Finance position to Rhonda Moore, approved leases and stormwater ordinance amendments, and requested $7,796,973 from the American Rescue Plan. A motion to let the Town Administrator set mask requirements for Town Hall failed 3-4, but a motion to post signs recommending masks passed 5-2.

• Authorized the Town Administrator to offer the Director of Finance position to Rhonda Moore (unanimous).
• Failed motion to allow Town Administrator to set mask requirements for Town Hall (3-4).
• Approved posting signs recommending masks in Town Hall and Annex (5-2).
• Approved motion barring unvaccinated employees from COVID leave pay for quarantine, with medical/religious exemptions (4-3).
• Approved second reading of ordinance to lease 100 West Richardson Avenue, Suites A&B (unanimous).
• Approved second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 22, Section 22-115 on stormwater utility fees (unanimous).
• Authorized request for $7,796,973 from the US Treasury for American Rescue Plan allocation (unanimous).
• Approved a two-week in-person absentee voting period for the November 2, 2021 election (6-1).

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four annexation petitions involving properties in Dorchester and Berkeley Counties. The largest petition seeks to annex 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road for a Planned Development District. Other petitions involve 107.75 acres on Bellwright and Finucan Roads, 0.918 acres at 620 Greenwave Boulevard, and the N. Maple Street right-of-way.

• Annexation of 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road (TMS#s 152-00-00-014 and 016) by Summerville Partners of Georgia, LLLP, to be zoned PUD
• Annexation of 107.75 acres on Bellwright Road and Finucan Road (TMS#s 232-00-02-028 and 043) to be zoned PUD
• Annexation of 0.918 acres at 620 Greenwave Boulevard by Extra Effort Sports, LLC, to be zoned G-B
• Annexation of N. Maple Street right-of-way fronting Tracts 36 through 78
• Approval of minutes from the July 19, 2021 meeting

The Summerville Planning Commission voted 5-1 to recommend approval of the annexation and PUD zoning for 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road, with single-family homes, commercial space, a town park, and buffers. They also unanimously recommended approval of two smaller annexations: a 0.918-acre parcel at 620 Greenwave Boulevard for an indoor sports facility, and the N. Maple Street right-of-way. The minutes were approved as distributed, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved annexation and PUD zoning for 278.53 acres on Dorchester Road (5-1)
• Approved annexation and G-B zoning for 0.918 acres at 620 Greenwave Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of N. Maple Street right-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 19, 2021, as distributed

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council will hold second and final readings on a series of ordinances amending the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), covering topics from use provisions to signs and enforcement, with some recommendations for denial. They will also consider four annexation petitions, first readings of several ordinances (including rezoning, dissolving the Redevelopment Corporation, and a lease), and miscellaneous items such as a $125,000 payment for an ice skating rink and restrictions on concealed/open carry weapons on town property. Public comments are scheduled for agenda items and open comments.

• Second reading of 19 UDO amendments, including chapters on signs, lighting, and enforcement (some with Planning Commission recommendation for denial)
• Annexation petitions: 100 W. Butternut Rd (0.85 ac), Rosemary Family LP (100.23 ac), 1321 Beagle Rd (2.926 ac), Beagle Rd (7.36 ac) — all to G-B General Business
• First reading to rezone 20.91 acres on N. Maple St. from N-MX to G-B
• First reading to dissolve the Summerville Redevelopment Corporation
• Consideration of $125,000 payment to DREAM for 2021 ice skating rink

The Summerville Town Council approved several annexations and zoning changes, including first readings for four properties and final readings for six others. The council also gave final approval to an ordinance adding Section 6-47 on unfit dwellings, which passed 6-1. A $125,000 payment to DREAM for the 2021 Summerville Skates event was postponed, and a committee was formed to study restrictions on concealed/open carry weapons on town property.

• Approved first reading of annexation for 100 W. Butternut Rd. (0.85 acres) with amended zoning to N-B (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of annexation for Rosemary tract (100.23 acres) zoned G-B (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of annexation for 1321 Beagle Rd. (2.926 acres) zoned G-B (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of annexation for Beagle Rd. property (7.36 acres) zoned G-B (unanimous)
• Approved final reading of ordinance adding Section 6-47 on unfit dwellings (6-1, Brown opposed)
• Approved final reading of annexation for 112 Dove Lane (0.26 acres) zoned GR-5 (unanimous)
• Approved final reading of annexation for Ladson Rd. property (1.5 acres) zoned G-B (unanimous)
• Postponed $125,000 payment to DREAM for Summerville Skates (6-1, McIntosh opposed)

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special called meeting with a single substantive item: a public hearing on the dissolution of the Summerville Redevelopment Corporation. No other business is listed, and the meeting is expected to adjourn after the hearing.

• Public hearing on dissolution of the Summerville Redevelopment Corporation

The Town Council held a special called meeting as a public hearing on the dissolution of the Summerville Redevelopment Corporation. No members of the public spoke during the hearing. The council then voted unanimously to adjourn; no substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Opened and closed public hearing on dissolution of Summerville Redevelopment Corporation (no public comment)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board is reviewing several requests to modify setback and lot coverage requirements for residential structures. Items include requests for detached garages, accessory structures, pools, and patio additions.

• Variance request: 77 Four Iron Drive - decrease front setback from 25 feet to 8 feet for a detached garage
• Variance request: 107 Oolong Lane - increase maximum lot coverage from 35% to 39% for an accessory structure
• Variance request: 304 Beaufort Street - increase maximum lot coverage from 30% to 32% for a pool
• Variance request: 125 Long Needle Lane - increase maximum lot coverage from 35% to 40.3% for a patio and driveway
• Variance request: 105 Hansberry Lane - decrease side setback from 15 feet to 11.4 feet for a new house

Tree Protection Board

The Summerville Tree Protection Board is meeting to approve minutes and consider tree removal requests. One old-business item involves removing trees for a new school at 1899 Bacon's Bridge Road, and four new-business items are residential tree removals. The meeting is open to the public with temperature checks and social distancing required.

• 1899 Bacon's Bridge Road – tree removal for new school
• 305 McDougal Circle – removal of one Magnolia tree
• 203 Wickford Court – removal of one Maple and two Pine trees
• 117 Smythe Drive – removal of one Pine tree
• 110 Horse Shoe Bay Court – removal of two Pine trees

The Tree Protection Board approved a tree removal plan for the school construction at 1899 Bacon's Bridge Road (4-1), denied removal of a magnolia at 305 McDougal Circle, allowed removal of two pines but denied a maple at 203 Wickford Court, and denied removals at 117 Smythe Drive and 110 Horse Shoe Bay Court. The board also discussed but took no action on tree pruning concerns by Dominion Energy.

• Approved tree removal plan for school at 1899 Bacon's Bridge Road (4-1)
• Denied removal of magnolia tree at 305 McDougal Circle
• Allowed removal of two pine trees, denied maple at 203 Wickford Court
• Denied removal of pine tree at 117 Smythe Drive
• Denied removal of two pine trees at 110 Horse Shoe Bay Court

Standing Committee

The Parks & Recreation, Planning & Development, Public Works, and Finance committees met on August 9, 2021. They recommended approval of several annexations and rezonings, a ban on concealed weapons at parks, a stormwater ordinance change, and various purchases. The Finance Committee also forwarded a $125,000 request for the DREAM ice skating rink to full council for discussion.

• Recommended restricting concealed weapons at all parks and playgrounds (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annexation and rezoning of 100 W. Butternut Road to N-B (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annexation of 100.23 acres (Rosemary Family LP) to G-B (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning of N. Maple St. tracts to G-B (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annexation of 1321 Beagle Road to G-B (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annexation of Beagle Road tract to G-B (unanimous)
• Sent ingress/egress request at 206 Cleveland Street to full council (unanimous)
• Approved $58,875 Wassamassaw Park Trail Resurfacing to Truluck Construction (unanimous)

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board will conduct site visits to five properties on August 5, 2021. No decisions will be made during these visits; all decisions will occur at the regular meeting on August 9, 2021.

• 110 Horse Shoe Bay Court
• 305 McDougal Circle
• 203 Wickford Court
• 117 Smythe Drive
• 1899 Bacon's Bridge Road

Historic District / Board of Architectural Review

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting to consider building additions and a carriage house in Summerville's historic district. The board will also approve minutes from its July meeting. All applicants must present their requests.

• 603 W. Richardson Avenue: carriage house/garage request (old business)
• 205 Sumter Avenue: additions to existing residence and garage
• 905 S. Main Street: addition to existing residence
• 103 S. Laurel Street: addition to existing residence
• Approval of July 7th, 2021 meeting minutes

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The Summerville Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee is meeting to discuss new business including SCDOT policies related to the SC-61 project, a grant process overview, and new committee membership. They will also receive updates on the sidewalk GIS inventory and BGMP3 progress.

• SCDOT policies and SC-61 project presentation by Kyle James, COG regional planner
• Grant process overview by Town Grant Writer P.J. Harbert
• New Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee membership discussion
• Sidewalk GIS inventory update by Gene Breslin
• BGMP3 progress report by Mike Peebles

The committee discussed new SCDOT directives requiring all area plans to be reviewed by BCDCOG and resurfacing projects to add bike lanes. They also discussed the SC Highway 61 project's need for multiuse paths and bike lanes, and agreed to update the town bicycle plan with a goal to present to council by year-end. No formal votes were taken; decisions were procedural or discussion-based.

• Discussed SCDOT Directive 28 requiring BCDCOG review of all plans and projects
• Discussed SCDOT ED-22 requiring 4-foot bike lanes on all resurfacing projects
• Agreed to update town bicycle plan, with goal to complete by end of year and present to council
• Approved monthly meetings to work on bicycle plan (motion by John Mott, seconded by John Thurmes)
• Discussed alternative route for Sawmill Branch Trail during BMG phase 3 construction
• Discussed trail master plan signage, awaiting approval from town and county

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission is holding public hearings on two annexation petitions, one rezoning request, and a sweeping set of proposed amendments to the town's Unified Development Ordinance covering most chapters. The commission will also consider new street names for two developments. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions recorded in the provided text.

• Annexation of 0.85 acres at 100 W. Butternut Road (Dorchester Co. TMS# 136-07-01-002) to G-B General Business
• Annexation of ~100.23 acres (Berkeley Co. TMS#s 221-00-00-005, -200, -201, -202, 220-00-02-019) to G-B General Business
• Rezoning of ~20.91 acres on N. Maple St. (TMS#s 130-00-00-008, -050) from N-MX to G-B
• Proposed UDO amendments across Chapters 1-14, including uses, design, parking, signs, and enforcement
• New street names for Limehouse Village Phase 3A and Sheep Island PUD

The Summerville Planning Commission held 17 public hearings and voted on a series of proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). It recommended approval of most amendments, including those for annexations, rezoning, and several UDO chapters, but rejected amendments to Chapter 8 (Tree Preservation), Chapter 10 (Signs), Chapter 13 (Administration), and Chapter 14 (Enforcement). The commission also approved new street names for two developments and recommended annexation and rezoning requests.

• Approved minutes from June 21, 2021, as distributed
• Recommended approval of Knotts annexation (100 W. Butternut Rd.) with N-B zoning (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Rosemary Family Limited Partnership annexation (~100.23 acres) with G-B zoning (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of CVEA Summerville I, LLC rezoning (N. Maple St., ~20.91 acres) to G-B (unanimous)
• Approved 3 street names for Limehouse Village Phase 3A and 9 for Sheep Island PUD (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of UDO amendments for Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 12, and mobile food vending (4-1, Carroll dissenting)
• Rejected UDO amendments for Chapter 8 (Tree Preservation) and Chapter 10 (Signs) (0-5)
• Rejected UDO amendments for Chapter 13 (Administration) (0-5) and Chapter 14 (Enforcement) (2-3)

Design Review Board

The Summerville Design Review Board will hold a public meeting on July 15, 2021, to review and vote on several commercial and residential development proposals. Items include final approval for a 24-unit townhome development, preliminary approval for a Culver's restaurant, and preliminary approval for a new Harbor Freight Tools store, among others. The board will also approve the minutes from the June 17, 2021 meeting.

• Springview Townhomes – 24-unit townhome development on 2.37 acres on Springview Drive (UC-MX) – Final Approval
• Culver's – restaurant with drive-thru on Ladson Road (proposed G-B) – Preliminary Approval
• Lifestyle Communities – multi-family mixed-use development (PUD) – Preliminary Approval
• 388 E. 5th North Street – 16,000 SF Harbor Freight Tools store (G-B) – Preliminary Approval
• 315 N. Magnolia St – outdoor metal arbor and walk-in cooler (D-MX) – Preliminary and Final Approval

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Summerville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three variance requests from homeowners seeking to reduce required setbacks for accessory structures, including a detached garage and two accessory buildings. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from its June 8, 2021 meeting.

• 77 Four Iron Drive: variance to cut front setback from 25 ft to 8 ft for a detached garage
• 104 Classic Street: variance to reduce side setback from 10 ft to 5 ft for an accessory structure
• 20 Plantation Circle: variance to reduce side setback from 10 ft to 5 ft for an accessory structure
• Approval of minutes from June 8, 2021 meeting

Tree Protection Board

The Summerville Tree Protection Board will consider three applications to remove grand pine trees at 138 Comiskey Park Circle, 114 Kapalua Run, and 100 Kapalua Run. The board will also approve minutes from the June 7 meeting. Staff evaluations note one tree is close to a sidewalk, one has pine bark beetles, and one has rot in the trunk.

• 138 Comiskey Park Circle – removal of one pine tree (healthy, close to sidewalk)
• 114 Kapalua Run – removal of one pine tree (has pine bark beetles)
• 100 Kapalua Run – removal of three pine trees (one with trunk rot, two healthy)

The Tree Protection Board denied requests to remove a pine at 138 Comiskey Park Circle and one at 114 Kapalua Run, citing tree health. It approved removal of one tree at 100 Kapalua Run but delayed decisions on two others until a pool permit is issued.

• Denied removal of pine at 138 Comiskey Park Circle (unanimous)
• Denied removal of pine at 114 Kapalua Run (unanimous)
• Approved removal of tree #1 at 100 Kapalua Run (unanimous)
• Delayed decision on trees #2 and #3 at 100 Kapalua Run until pool permit issued (unanimous)

Redevelopment Corporation

The Summerville Redevelopment Corporation will meet to consider dissolving the corporation. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the January 14, 2021 meeting, which covered bylaw changes and property transfers.

• Consideration of dissolution of the Summerville Redevelopment Corporation
• Approval of minutes from January 14, 2021 meeting
• January 2021 minutes include transfer of properties at 208 S. Cedar St., 213 W. 2nd S. St., and 210 W. Richardson Ave. to the Town of Summerville

The Summerville Redevelopment Corporation voted unanimously to dissolve itself and authorized Corporate Counsel to take the necessary steps. The board also approved the minutes from its January 14, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 14, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Dissolved Summerville Redevelopment Corporation and authorized Corporate Counsel to proceed (unanimous)

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board will conduct site visits to three properties on July 8, 2021. No decisions will be made during the visits; all decisions will occur at the regular meeting on July 12, 2021.

• Site visit: 138 Comiskey Park Circle
• Site visit: 114 Kapalua Run
• Site visit: 100 Kapalua Run
• Decisions deferred to July 12, 2021 regular meeting

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council will consider four property annexation petitions, second readings of ordinances to repeal and replace the Unified Development Ordinance, create an 'Open for Business' program, and establish a business license tax incentive. The council will also hear a rezoning request for 55 Old Trolley Road, which the Planning Commission recommended denying, and consider appointments and a sidewalk project.

• Annexation of 112 Dove Lane (0.26 acres) from R-2 to GR-5
• Annexation of 1.5 acres on Ladson Road from CG to G-B
• Annexation of four parcels totaling 72.89 acres near Orangeburg Road into Knightsville Tract PUD
• Annexation of 49.92 acres off Ashley Bluffs Road to AC zoning
• Rezone 55 Old Trolley Road from GR-5 to N-B (recommended for denial)

The Summerville Town Council approved two business incentive ordinances, annexed several properties, and made appointments. A proposed zoning change was denied, and a major development ordinance was tabled and effectively killed.

• Approved 'Summerville Open for Business Program' (5-1)
• Approved Business License Tax Incentive Program (5-1)
• Denied rezoning at 55 Old Trolley Road from GR-5 to N-B (unanimous)
• Tabled second reading of Unfit Dwellings ordinance until August (unanimous)
• Tabled and killed repeal/replacement of Unified Development Ordinance (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to annex 112 Dove Lane (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to annex Ladson Road parcel (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to annex four parcels on Orangeburg Road (unanimous)

Historic District / Board of Architectural Review

The Summerville Board of Architectural Review will meet via Zoom to consider several requests for work on properties in the Historic District. They will review old business regarding a carriage house/garage and new business including a playground shelter, accessory structure renovation, and window/door replacements. The board will also approve minutes from the June 1st meeting.

• 603 W. Richardson Avenue: carriage house/garage
• 615 S. Laurel Street: shelter for Saul Alexander Playground
• 120 Gadsden Street: accessory structure renovation
• 417 Central Avenue: replace 86 windows on church buildings
• 210 E. Richardson Avenue: replace two doors on residence

The Board of Architectural Review approved all four new business items: a shelter structure at Saul Alexander Playground, renovation of an accessory structure at 120 Gadsden Street, replacement of 86 windows at 417 Central Avenue, and replacement of two doors at 210 E. Richardson Avenue. The old business item at 603 W. Richardson Avenue was not discussed or voted on because no one attended to present it. The minutes from the June 1st meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved shelter structure at Saul Alexander Playground (615 S. Laurel Street) unanimously
• Approved renovation of accessory structure at 120 Gadsden Street unanimously
• Approved replacement of 86 windows at 417 Central Avenue with vinyl windows with grids between glass, recommending 9-over-6 ratio with 6-over-6 acceptable, unanimously
• Approved replacement of two front doors at 210 E. Richardson Avenue unanimously
• Approved minutes from June 1st, 2021 meeting unanimously
• Item at 603 W. Richardson Avenue not discussed or voted on due to no presenter

Standing Committee

The Standing Committees of Council will discuss and potentially act on several annexation petitions, a rezoning request, and financial authorizations. The Planning Commission has already made recommendations on the annexations and rezoning. The Finance Committee will review June financial reports and consider awarding a design-build contract for Fire Station 6.

• Annexation of 112 Dove Lane (0.26 acres) from R-2 to GR-5
• Annexation of Ladson Road parcel (1.5 acres) from CG to G-B
• Annexation of four parcels near Orangeburg Road (72.89 acres) into Knightsville Tract PUD
• Rezone 55 Old Trolley Road from GR-5 to N-B (recommended denial)
• Authorization for Fire Station 6 design-build contract to Design Build Construction, LLC

The Planning and Development Committee recommended approval of four annexation petitions (Dove Lane, Ladson Road, Orangeburg Road/Reed Street parcels, and Ashley Bluffs Road) and recommended denial of a rezoning request for 55 Old Trolley Road. The Parks & Recreation Committee approved an RFQ for bridge and river's edge work at Ashley River Preserve. The Public Works Committee authorized moving forward on Phase 1 of the Central Avenue Sidewalk Project and sent a West Carolina Avenue sidewalk decision to full Council. The Finance Committee authorized a notice of intent to award Fire Station 6 design/construction and a $22,500 purchase order for police video production.

• Recommended approval of annexation for 112 Dove Lane (0.26 acres) to GR-5 zoning
• Recommended approval of annexation for Ladson Road parcel (1.5 acres) to G-B zoning
• Recommended approval of annexation for four parcels (72.89 acres) to PUD zoning, amending Knightsville Tract PUD
• Recommended denial of rezoning for 55 Old Trolley Road from GR-5 to N-B
• Recommended approval of annexation for Ashley Bluffs Road parcel (49.92 acres) to AC zoning
• Approved RFQ for bridge and river's edge section at Ashley River Preserve
• Authorized staff to proceed with Phase 1 of Central Avenue Sidewalk Project
• Authorized notice of intent to award Fire Station 6 design/construction to Design Build Construction, LLC

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special called meeting for the first reading of 14 ordinances that would amend the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) across nearly all chapters, from use provisions and district standards to design guidelines, parking, signs, and enforcement. The most detailed change is a new set of regulations for mobile food and retail vending, including permit requirements, location limits, signage rules, and operational restrictions. All items are first readings, meaning they are proposals under consideration and not yet final decisions.

• Amendments to UDO Chapter 3 to allow mobile food vending as a permitted use in all zones, with detailed operational rules (permits, limits, signage, waste disposal)
• Amendments to UDO Chapter 2 altering lot standards, setbacks, and mixed-use district frontage buildout percentages (e.g., 60% min in N-MX, 75% min in D-MX)
• Amendments to UDO Chapter 5 covering subdivision and infrastructure standards, including street design and traffic impact analysis
• Amendments to UDO Chapter 7 on parking and driveways, including bicycle parking and parking lot design
• Amendments to UDO Chapter 10 on signs, covering residential, commercial, and temporary signage

The Summerville Town Council held a special meeting on June 30, 2021, and gave first reading to a series of 14 ordinances amending the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). All but one motion passed 6-1, with Councilmember Bob Jackson voting in opposition, citing lack of time to review the changes. The final motion, covering Chapter 14 on violations and enforcement, passed unanimously, though Jackson later stated in writing he intended to vote against it. The amendments are part of a broader effort to revise the UDO rather than repeal and replace it entirely.

• Gave first reading to ordinance amending UDO Chapter 3 (Use Provisions) and Section 3.6.1 (Mobile Food/Retail Vending) - passed unanimously.
• Gave first reading to ordinance amending UDO Chapter 1 (Purpose and Applicability) and Section 1.9 (Transitional Provisions) - passed 6-1, Jackson opposed.
• Gave first reading to ordinance amending UDO Chapter 2 (Districts) and related sections - passed 6-1, Jackson opposed.
• Gave first reading to ordinance amending UDO Chapter 3 (Use Provisions) and related sections - passed 6-1, Jackson opposed.
• Gave first reading to ordinance amending UDO Chapter 4 (Site and Building Design Guidelines) - passed 6-1, Jackson opposed.
• Gave first reading to ordinance amending UDO Chapter 5 (Subdivision and Infrastructure Standards) - passed 6-1, Jackson opposed.
• Gave first reading to ordinance amending UDO Chapter 6 (Parks and Open Space) - passed 6-1, Jackson opposed.
• Gave first reading to ordinance amending UDO Chapter 7 (Parking and Driveways) - passed 6-1, Jackson opposed.

Municipal Election Commission

The Summerville Municipal Election Commission is holding a routine meeting to approve prior minutes, select a chairman, and receive an update on the municipal election. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from May 6, 2021
• Selection of Chairman
• Municipal Election Update

The Summerville Municipal Election Commission approved the minutes from its May 6, 2021 meeting and unanimously re-elected Dean Riegel as chairman. Members discussed extending absentee voting and redistricting impacts, but took no formal action on either topic. The commission scheduled its next meeting for August 17, 2021 at 10:00am.

• Approved the minutes of the May 6, 2021 meeting
• Re-elected Dean Riegel as Chairman of the Municipal Election Commission
• Scheduled the next MEC meeting for Tuesday, August 17 at 10:00am
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:59am

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special called meeting to consider hiring a Town Administrator. The agenda includes only this item, so the meeting is focused on this personnel decision.

• Hiring of a Town Administrator

The Summerville Town Council voted 5-1 to offer the position of Town Administrator to Lisa Wallace, with a salary not to exceed $170,000 plus reasonable and customary benefits. Councilmember Bob Jackson voted in opposition, citing disagreement with how the situation was handled. The council also authorized the town attorney to negotiate the employment agreement.

• Approved hiring Lisa Wallace as Town Administrator (5-1)
• Authorized Town Attorney to negotiate employment agreement with salary not to exceed $170,000

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several annexation and rezoning requests, including a large 72.89-acre annexation on Orangeburg Road for a Planned Development District (PUD) with commercial and residential uses. They will also review a request to rezone 55 Old Trolley Road to Neighborhood Business and proposed amendments to the mobile food vending ordinance. The commission will make recommendations to Town Council on these items.

• Annexation of 72.89 acres on Orangeburg Rd. (TMS#s 144-00-00-083, -013, -156, -183) to PUD, adding 301 residential units and ~2.5 acres commercial
• Annexation of 1.5 acres on Ladson Rd. (TMS# 154-00-00-063) to G-B for a proposed Culver's restaurant with drive-thru
• Annexation of 49.92 acres off Ashley Bluffs Rd. (TMS# 152-00-00-013) to AC, Agricultural Conservation
• Rezoning of 55 Old Trolley Rd. (TMS# 145-06-01-005) from GR-5 to N-B, Neighborhood Business
• Proposed amendments to UDO Chapter 3, Section 3.6.1.G on Mobile Food/Retail Vending

The Summerville Planning Commission unanimously denied a request to rezone 55 Old Trolley Road from GR-5 General Residential to N-B Neighborhood Business, citing concerns about traffic safety and preserving residential character. The commission also approved four annexation requests, including properties on Dove Lane, Ladson Road, and a 72.89-acre tract on Orangeburg Road, and approved amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance to remove the food truck permit requirement.

• Denied rezoning of 55 Old Trolley Road to Neighborhood Business (unanimous).
• Approved annexation of 112 Dove Lane (0.26 acres) into town limits (unanimous).
• Approved annexation of Ladson Road property (1.5 acres) into town limits (unanimous).
• Approved annexation of four parcels on Orangeburg Road and Reed Street (72.89 acres) into town limits and amended Knightsville Tract PUD (unanimous).
• Approved amendments to UDO Section 3.6.1.G removing food truck permit requirement (unanimous).
• Recommended annexation of The Bluffs at Ashley River property (49.92 acres) into town limits (unanimous).

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss a personnel and contractual matter involving the Town Administrator in executive session. Following the closed session, the council may take action on this matter. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Executive session on personnel and contractual matter related to Town Administrator
• Potential action by Council following executive session

The Summerville Town Council voted 5-1 to terminate the Town Administrator's contract without cause, effective immediately, after an executive session on personnel matters. Councilmembers voting in favor stated reasons including a poor fit and philosophical differences with the Mayor and Council. Councilmember Kima Garten-Schmidt, who was unreachable during the vote, later stated in writing that she opposed the termination.

• Entered executive session to discuss personnel and contractual matters related to the Town Administrator; motion passed 6-1 with Councilmember Jackson opposing.
• Approved motion to terminate the Town Administrator's contract without cause effective immediately; motion carried 5-1 with Councilmember Jackson opposing.
• Councilmembers voting for termination stated their reasons as required by Town ordinance Section 2-212.
• Adjourned the meeting unanimously at 10:51am.

Design Review Board

The Summerville Design Review Board will hold a public meeting on June 17, 2021, to review several development proposals. They will consider preliminary approval for a new church and final approval for a Nissan dealership, as well as new business including a freezer addition, a patio, a Culver's restaurant, and a Food Lion facade change. The agenda also includes approval of the May 20, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Great Commission Baptist Church: proposed 9,000 sq ft, 400-seat church with fellowship hall on Makemie Way (preliminary approval)
• Summerville Nissan: new full-service dealership on 15 acres between Holiday Drive and I-26 (final approval)
• 601 N Main St: standalone 8x14 walk-in freezer in front yard (preliminary approval)
• 1117 Central Avenue: outdoor patio with shade sail roof (preliminary and final approval)
• Culver's: restaurant with drive-thru on Ladson Road (conceptual review)

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council will hold a public hearing and second/final votes on the FY2021-22 budget, several property sales and quit-claim deeds, rezonings, and new economic incentive programs. The council will also introduce new ordinances, including a rezoning and an unfit dwellings amendment, and discuss the Central Avenue sidewalk project.

• Second/final reading of FY2021-22 operating budget
• Second/final reading to sell town-owned properties to JJR Development (213 W. Second St. S., 208 Cedar St., 210 W. Richardson Ave.)
• Second/final reading to rezone 123 Harvest Way (4.97 acres) from PUD to GR-2
• Second/final reading to annex 908 Central Avenue (1 acre) and zone G-B
• First reading to rezone 404 W. Richardson Ave. (0.60 acres) from GR-2 to GR-5

Town Council gave final approval to the FY2021-22 operating budget after amending it to balance revenues and expenditures, passing 6-1. Council also approved several property sales, rezonings, and annexations, and allocated State Accommodations Tax funds to multiple organizations. A rezoning request for 404 W. Richardson Ave. failed on first reading, and two economic development ordinances were postponed to July.

• Adopted FY2021-22 operating budget as amended (6-1)
• Approved sale of three Town-owned properties to JJR Development (unanimous)
• Rezoned 123 Harvest Way from PUD to GR-2 (unanimous)
• Annexed 908 Central Avenue, zoned G-B (unanimous)
• Denied first reading of rezoning for 404 W. Richardson Ave. (1-6)
• Postponed 'Summerville Open for Business' and Business License Tax Incentive ordinances to July (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 in ATAX funds to Community Resource Center (4-3)
• Approved $15,000 to Dorchester Children's Advocacy Center (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Summerville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on four variance requests. These include increasing lot coverage for a screened porch, reducing setbacks and increasing accessory structure size for a garage, reducing a side setback for a townhome, and allowing front-yard parking. Staff reports recommend denial for the first three, citing lack of hardship.

• 122 Killdeer Trail: variance to increase lot coverage from 35% to 43.9% for a screened porch
• 603 W Richardson Avenue: variance to reduce side setback from 10 to 2 feet, increase accessory height to 21 feet, and size to 151% of footprint for a detached garage
• 130 Alpine Road: variance to reduce side yard setback from 10 to 8 feet for a townhome
• 313 W. 4th North Street: variance to allow front-yard parking
• Approval of minutes from May 11 and May 18, 2021 meetings

Tree Protection Board

The Summerville Tree Protection Board is meeting to consider five applications for tree removal at residential properties. The board will also approve minutes from the May 10, 2021 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no public hearings listed.

• 641 Central Avenue – removal of two Pine and three Oak trees
• 2029 Shoal Creek Court – removal of two Pine and one Gum tree
• 821 Central Avenue – removal of two Pine trees
• 119 Mackerel Lane – removal of one Gum tree
• 100 Paladin Drive – removal of one Oak tree

The Tree Protection Board approved removal of trees at five properties, with conditions including mitigation and saving certain trees, and denied one removal. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved removal of trees #1-#5 at 641 Central Avenue, saving #6 (unanimous)
• Approved removal of Pine #3 and Gum #1 at 2029 Shoal Creek Court with required mitigation (unanimous)
• Approved removal of tree #2 at 821 Central Avenue, with authorization for tree #1 upon plan submission (unanimous)
• Denied removal of Gum tree at 119 Mackerel Lane, recommended fence redesign (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 32-inch Oak at 100 Paladin Drive (unanimous)

Standing Committee

The Summerville Standing Committees will meet to discuss public works projects, a rezoning request, financial reports, and several spending items. The committees will consider a police vehicle replacement, a sidewalk construction contract, and a rezoning application, among other items.

• Rezone 404 W. Richardson Avenue from GR-2 to GR-5 (0.60 acres, Harbeson property)
• Police vehicle replacement: $40,392.82 total, $22,204.82 requested after insurance
• Purchase order to Landscape Pavers, LLC for $152,250 for Hickory Street sidewalk (CDBG funded)
• Discussion of pedestrian crosswalk at St. Paul's Episcopal Church and W. Carolina Ave
• Public works updates on Maple Street, Cedar Street Extension, and other projects

The Planning and Development Committee voted to recommend denial of a rezoning request for 404 W. Richardson Avenue from GR-2 to GR-5, with Terry Jenkins opposing. The Public Works Committee discussed project updates and agreed to explore a crosswalk option at Beaufort Street and West Carolina. The Finance Committee approved a police vehicle replacement and a sidewalk construction contract.

• Recommended denial of rezoning at 404 W. Richardson Ave (2-1)
• Approved $40,392.82 police vehicle replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $152,250 sidewalk construction with Landscape Pavers, LLC (unanimous)
• Sent Central Avenue sidewalk project to full Council for review (unanimous)

State Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee

The State Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chairman, approve prior minutes, consider guidelines, and review 2021 fund requests. They will make funding recommendations to the Town Council.

• Election of Chairman for 2021
• Approval of minutes from June 15, 2020 meeting
• Consideration of State Accommodations Tax Committee Guidelines
• Review 2021 State Accommodations Tax Funds Requests
• Recommendations to Council for 2021 funding

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board will conduct site visits to five properties on June 3, 2021. No decisions will be made during these visits; all decisions will occur at the regular meeting on June 7, 2021.

• Site visit to 641 Central Avenue
• Site visit to 821 Central Avenue
• Site visit to 2029 Shoal Creek Court
• Site visit to 100 Paladin Drive
• Site visit to 119 Mackerel Lane

Historic District / Board of Architectural Review

The Board of Architectural Review will meet via Zoom to consider various requests for structural changes and renovations within the historic district. The agenda includes reviews for additions, demolitions, and exterior alterations at multiple addresses.

• 209 E. 4th South Street: Request to build a front porch, add a false dormer, and paint masonry residence
• 142 Salisbury Drive: Request to build an addition to an existing garage
• 133 S. Main Street: Request to install brickwork and create occupiable space
• 927 S. Main Street: Request to demolish pool house
• 524 W. Carolina Avenue: Request to replace triple-hung windows

The Board of Architectural Review approved four requests: a revised garage addition at 142 Salisbury Street, a new detached garage at 114 W. Richland Street, demolition of a pool house and carport at 927 S. Main Street, and a privacy fence at 701 S. Magnolia Street. The board deferred action on a porch/dormer project at 209 E. 4th South Street and a brickwork project at 133 S. Main Street, requesting more details. A window replacement request at 524 W. Carolina Avenue was not discussed due to the applicant's absence.

• Approved revised garage addition at 142 Salisbury Street (unanimous)
• Approved detached garage at 114 W. Richland Street (unanimous)
• Approved demolition of pool house and carport at 927 S. Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved privacy fence at 701 S. Magnolia Street with conditions (unanimous)
• Deferred action on porch/dormer at 209 E. 4th South Street pending more details
• Deferred action on brickwork at 133 S. Main Street pending material selections
• No action on window replacement at 524 W. Carolina Avenue (applicant absent)

Town Council

The Town Council held a special called meeting and unanimously approved first reading of an ordinance to sell three town-owned properties to JIR Development per a Memorandum of Understanding. The properties are located at 213 West Second St. South, 208 Cedar St., and 210 W. Richardson Ave. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after.

• Approved first reading of ordinance to sell 213 West Second St. South, 208 Cedar St., and 210 W. Richardson Ave. to JIR Development (unanimous)

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special called meeting to take action on several items. They will hold the first reading of an ordinance to amend rules for mobile food/retail vending, approve a Memorandum of Understanding for three town-owned properties, and approve a Request for Proposals for the Ashley River Preserve. The council will also discuss the 2022 budget.

• First reading of ordinance amending UDO Section 3.6.1(G) on mobile food/retail vending
• MOU for town-owned properties at 213 W. Second St. South, 208 Cedar St., and 210 W. Richardson Ave.
• Approval of RFP for Summerville Ashley River Preserve
• Discussion of 2022 Budget

The Town Council unanimously approved amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance to allow food trucks to operate without town permits, subject to DHEC, fire inspection, and business license requirements, with operations prohibited after 10pm. Council also unanimously passed a resolution of non-enforcement of the previous food truck ordinance until the amended ordinance's second reading. The winning bid for the Summerville Ashley River Preserve RFP was accepted, and the meeting included a detailed budget discussion for FY 2021-2022, with a noted calculation error corrected during recess.

• Amended food truck ordinance to remove permit requirements, allowing operation with DHEC, fire inspection, and business license (unanimous)
• Passed resolution of non-enforcement of food truck ordinance until second reading of amendments (unanimous)
• Accepted winning bid for Summerville Ashley River Preserve RFP (unanimous)
• Recessed meeting to reconvene after 11:30am meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:48am (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to consider Final Approval for revisions to a previously approved two-building warehouse and office development on Varnfield Drive. The agenda contains no new business, sign applications, or miscellaneous items. Staff notes that the applicant must address tree removal permits and facade design requirements before approval can be granted.

• Final Approval request for 11,400 sf warehouse/office building revisions on Varnfield Drive
• Property owner is Tricom Associates LLC; applicant is Hoyt + Berenyi, LLC
• Staff requires a Tree Removal Permit and Tree Protection Board approval
• Staff notes current elevations do not meet the 20-foot decorative front facade wrap requirement

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The Summerville Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee is meeting to receive public comment, approve March minutes, and discuss new business including a report on a meeting with Mayor Waring, an overview of Bike/Walk Summerville, the town's process for new sidewalks and trails, and grant discussions. Old business includes mitigation strategies for the Sawmill Branch Trail during road construction.

• Report on meeting with Mayor Waring
• Overview of Bike/Walk Summerville
• Overview of TOS process for new sidewalks and trails
• Discussion on grants
• Sawmill Branch Trail mitigation strategies during road construction

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee voted to update the 2010 bike plan with the town's vision plan and to create a mitigation list of alternatives for the Sawmill Branch Trail during BGM phase 3 construction. They also discussed potential grant applications, a criterium race, and sidewalk processes, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Motion passed to create a mitigation list of alternatives for Sawmill Branch Trail (all aye)
• Motion passed to update the 2010 bike plan with the town's vision plan (all aye)
• Motion passed to coordinate intern work with town parks and rec and GIS to update trail and parks data (all aye)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request from Nathaniel and Mary Rice to reduce the required side setback from 10 feet to 2 feet for an accessory structure (a pool cabana) at 803 S. Main Street. The property is zoned GR-2 General Residential. The staff report recommends denial, finding that the applicant has not met all four variance standards, including lack of extraordinary conditions and alternative placement options. The board will decide whether to grant the variance.

• Variance request to reduce side setback from 10 to 2 feet for a pool cabana at 803 S. Main Street (TMS #137-14-06-001)
• Property zoned GR-2 General Residential; surrounding zoning includes GR-2 and PL Public Land
• Applicants: Nathaniel and Mary Rice
• Staff report indicates variance standards not met; cabana could be moved to meet setback
• Applicants cite preservation of a historic oak tree as reason for variance

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone a 0.60-acre parcel at 404 W. Richardson Avenue from GR-2 (General Residential) to GR-5 (General Residential). The applicant proposes to subdivide the lot to build a second single-family home. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 19, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing and request to rezone TMS#137-06-11-002, 404 W. Richardson Ave., from GR-2 to GR-5 (Council District 2)
• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2021 meeting
• New street names (as needed)

The Summerville Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a rezoning request for 404 W. Richardson Avenue, changing the zoning from GR-2 to GR-5. The applicant, Mike Taylor, plans to subdivide the 0.60-acre lot and build a single house for his family, with the existing Sears house to be improved and sold or rented. Some neighbors initially opposed the rezoning, concerned it could allow townhomes, but staff clarified that GR-5 only permits townhomes as a conditional use under strict conditions, easing concerns. The recommendation will go to Town Council for final decision.

• Approved minutes from April 19, 2021, as presented
• Recommended approval of rezoning TMS#137-06-1-002 at 404 W. Richardson Avenue from GR-2 to GR-5 (unanimous)
• No new street names to review this month
• Adjourned meeting at 4:26 PM

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including the first reading of the operating budget for fiscal year 2021-22, several ordinance amendments, and a business license fee appeal hearing. The agenda also includes a petition to annex a property on Central Avenue and multiple rezoning requests. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session for personnel, legal, and contractual matters.

• First reading of ordinance to adopt operating budget for FY July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022
• Hearing for business license appeal of calculation of fees
• Petition to annex 908 Central Avenue (approx. 1 acre) from Dorchester County, zoning change to G-B General Business
• First reading of ordinance to rezone 123 Harvest Way (4.97 acres) from PUD to GR-2 General Residential
• First reading of ordinance to establish 'Summerville Open for Business Program' and Business License Tax Incentive Program

The Town Council denied a business license fee appeal by Summit Contracting Group, voting 6-1 to uphold the Town's calculation of over $125,000 rather than the company's proposed $7,410.20. The Council also gave first reading to the FY2021-22 operating budget and the 'Summerville Open for Business Program' (both passed, the latter 5-2), and approved several ordinances and property actions. No final action was taken on the budget or program, which will require further readings.

• Denied Summit Contracting Group's business license fee appeal (6-1)
• Approved minutes of April 8, April 26, May 5, and May 10 meetings, with an amendment to May 10 Public Works minutes
• Gave first reading to annex 908 Central Avenue (unanimous)
• Gave second/final reading to amend business license due date to April 30 (unanimous)
• Gave second/final reading to add home detention program (unanimous after amendment)
• Gave first reading to FY2021-22 operating budget (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to 'Summerville Open for Business Program' (5-2)
• Approved 2021 CDBG Annual Action Plan (6-1)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Summerville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request for a property at 0 Vardon Drive to reduce front and rear setbacks from 25 feet to 20 and 11 feet, respectively. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda includes no other business.

• Variance request for 0 Vardon Drive to reduce front setback to 20 ft and rear setback to 11 ft (Ordinance 2.7.3 A and D)
• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2021 meeting

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board heard appeals for tree removal and mitigation, approving most requests with conditions. The board granted Ashley Smith's appeal to reduce mitigation for a removed pine, allowed removal of specific trees at several properties, and denied one request due to the owner's absence. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved Ashley Smith's appeal to apply credit toward 36-inch pine mitigation (unanimous)
• Approved removal of tree on right at 108 Plantation Drive (unanimous)
• Denied removal at 116 Alwyn, encouraged root and limb pruning (unanimous)
• Approved removal of trees 1 and 2 at 136 Helen Drive, tree 3 with 100% mitigation (unanimous)
• Approved removal of tree #2 at 911 Essex Drive, preserved tree #1 (unanimous)
• Denied request at 648 Alwyn Blvd due to no owner present (unanimous)
• Approved removal of two Water Oaks at 316 Savannah River Drive, preserved Red Oak and Maple (unanimous)
• Approved request at 211 Thames with no owner present (unanimous)

Standing Committee

The Town of Summerville's standing committees will meet to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a playground equipment preservation request, an annexation petition, a rezoning request, and various financial and public works matters. The agenda includes both decisions and discussions, such as contract renewals and budget planning.

• Annexation of 908 Central Avenue (approx. 1 acre) from Dorchester County, zoned G-B General Business upon annexation
• Rezoning of 123 Harvest Way (4.97 acres) from PUD to GR-2 General Residential
• Contract renewal with Yellowstone Landscaping for I-26 199 Interchange maintenance, $78,334
• Authorization to bid Miles Road fire station project
• Discussion of 2022 budget

The Parks & Recreation, Planning & Development, Public Works, and Finance Committees met on May 10, 2021. They recommended approval of an annexation and a rezoning, advanced economic incentive programs and the budget to full Council, and approved several public works and finance actions. A motion to remove Habitat for Humanity from the CDBG plan failed on a tie vote.

• Recommended approval of annexation of 908 Central Avenue (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning of 123 Harvest Way to GR-2 (unanimous)
• Moved economic incentive ordinances to full Council (unanimous)
• Approved no-parking zone on West Richardson Avenue (unanimous)
• Directed staff to explore making Golf Road one-way (unanimous)
• Renewed Yellowstone Landscaping contract for $78,334 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of downtown security cameras up to $150,000 (unanimous)
• Failed to remove Habitat for Humanity allocation from CDBG plan (3-3 tie)

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board will conduct site visits to seven properties on May 6, 2021, to inspect them in preparation for decisions. No decisions will be made during the visits; all decisions will occur at the regular meeting on May 10, 2021.

• Site visit to 136 Helen Drive
• Site visit to 211 Thames Avenue
• Site visit to 108 Plantation Drive
• Site visit to 911 Essex Drive
• Site visit to 316 Savannah River Drive

Municipal Election Commission

The Municipal Election Commission is meeting to administer an oath, select a chairman, and receive an overview of the 2021 election. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Administration of Oath
• Selection of Chairman
• Overview of 2021 Election

The Summerville Municipal Election Commission met with two members present and tabled the election of a chairman until the absent chairman could attend. They reviewed the 2021 election process, including poll manager handbooks, proposed polling locations, and absentee voting plans. No final decisions were made on polling locations or other substantive matters.

• Tabled election of commission chairman until Gerald Byrnes can attend (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for June 29, 2021 at 10:00am in the Training Room (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:42am (unanimous)

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special called meeting to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Dorchester County for a Miles Road fire and EMS station. The council will also discuss the proposed 2022 budget, the Capital Improvements Plan, downtown strategies, economic development ordinances, and the American Rescue Plan.

• Approval of MOU with Dorchester County for Miles Road fire and EMS station
• Discussion of Proposed 2022 Budget
• Discussion of Capital Improvements Plan
• Discussion of Downtown Strategies
• Discussion of American Rescue Plan

The Town Council unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Dorchester County for the Miles Road fire and emergency medical services station. The rest of the meeting was a budget retreat with presentations and discussions on the proposed FY2021-22 budget, capital improvements, downtown safety and investment ideas, the American Rescue Plan, and economic development ordinances, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved MOU with Dorchester County for Miles Road fire/EMS station (unanimous)

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss legal and contractual matters in executive session, including the potential sale of three town-owned properties and a recycling agreement with Charleston County. After the closed session, the council may take action on these items.

• Sale of town-owned real property at 213 W. Second St. South, 208 Cedar St., and 210 W. Richardson Ave.
• Contractual matter with Charleston County for single-stream recycling
• Possible action on executive session items

The Summerville Town Council held a special called meeting and unanimously authorized the Town Attorney to negotiate and finalize a contract to sell three town-owned parcels (213 W. Second St. South, 208 Cedar St., 210 W. Richardson Ave.) to JIR Development LLC for no less than $1.5 million, contingent on a future ordinance. The council also unanimously approved an agreement with Charleston County for single-stream recycling. No action was taken during executive session on either the property sale or the recycling contract.

• Approved written procedures for appeals to Town Council (unanimous)
• Authorized Town Attorney to negotiate sale of 1.95 acres to JIR Development LLC for at least $1.5M, contingent on ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Charleston County for single-stream recycling (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two property requests: annexing a parcel at 908 Central Avenue into the town and rezoning a parcel at 123 Harvest Way from PUD to GR-2. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss new street names as needed.

• Public hearing: annex 1-acre parcel at 908 Central Avenue, zoned G-B General Business
• Public hearing: rezone 4.97 acres at 123 Harvest Way from PUD to GR-2 General Residential
• Approval of minutes from March 15 and March 29, 2021 meetings
• New street names as needed

The Summerville Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of two items to Town Council: the annexation of a 1-acre parcel at 908 Central Avenue, to be zoned G-B General Business, and the rezoning of a 4.97-acre parcel at 123 Harvest Way from PUD to GR-2 General Residential. Both applicants were not present, and no public comments were made on either item. The commission also approved the minutes from its March 15 and March 29 meetings.

• Approved minutes from March 15, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 29, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annexation of 908 Central Avenue (TMS# 136-00-00-105) to Town Council (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning of 123 Harvest Way (TMS# 136-00-00-117) from PUD to GR-2 to Town Council (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Summerville Design Review Board will consider several development applications, including final approval for a new restaurant at 101 N. Main Street, preliminary approval for a new 18,000 SF retail building and a Nissan dealership, and conceptual review for a new church. The board will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Final approval for new restaurant at 101 N. Main Street with indoor and covered outdoor seating
• Preliminary approval for new 18,000 SF retail building between Holiday Drive and I-26
• Preliminary approval for new Nissan dealership on 15 acres between Holiday Drive and I-26
• Conceptual review for new 9,000 SF, 400-seat church with fellowship hall on Makemie Way
• Approval of March 25, 2021 meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request from MFD Rental Properties, Inc. to construct staff parking in the front yard at 602 W. 5th North Street, which is zoned Neighborhood Mixed Use. The ordinance prohibits front-yard parking, and staff recommends denial, stating the applicant does not meet all four variance criteria. The board will also approve minutes from the March 9, 2021 meeting.

• Variance request for staff parking in front yard at 602 W. 5th North Street (TMS #130-15-04-002)
• Ordinance Section 2.5.6 A prohibits parking in front yard
• Staff report recommends denial, citing lack of hardship and potential precedent
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2021 meeting

Tree Protection Board

The Summerville Tree Protection Board will consider requests to remove trees at four properties, including two oaks and a magnolia at 401 Beaufort Street, two pines at 825 N. Main Street, ten pines at 450 Azalea Square Blvd., and one live oak at 104 Oak Bluff Road. The board will also review minutes from the March 8 meeting. Decisions will be based on criteria in UDO Section 13.9.1.G.

• 401 Beaufort Street: removal of two oak and one magnolia trees for house construction
• 825 N. Main Street: removal of two pine trees due to root damage to parking lot
• 450 Azalea Square Blvd.: removal of ten pine trees due to roots breaking up parking lot
• 104 Oak Bluff Road: removal of one live oak tree due to root issues
• Approval of March 8, 2021 minutes

The Tree Protection Board approved three tree removal requests with conditions, denied one, and approved minutes from March 8. At 401 Beaufort, removal of a tree was approved despite CRZ encroachment, with the board member abstaining. At 825 N. Main Street, removal was allowed with mitigation to be determined by the arborist. At 104 Oak Bluff Road, removal was approved with mitigation to be determined. The request at 450 Azalea Square Blvd was denied unanimously.

• Approved tree removal at 401 Beaufort (motion passed, Wallace abstained)
• Approved tree removal at 825 N. Main Street with mitigation (unanimous)
• Denied tree removal at 450 Azalea Square Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved tree removal at 104 Oak Bluff Road with mitigation to be determined (unanimous)
• Approved March 8, 2021 minutes with correction (unanimous)

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board is conducting site visits to four properties on April 8, 2021. No decisions will be made during these visits; all decisions will occur at the regular meeting on April 12, 2021.

• 825 N. Main Street
• 450 Azalea Square Blvd.
• 401 Beaufort Street
• 104 Oak Bluff Road

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is meeting to take final votes on several ordinances, including repealing and replacing the Unified Development Ordinance with the former zoning and stormwater codes. They will also consider pay raises for civilian police staff, a recycling contract, and other administrative items.

• Second reading to repeal Chapter 11 Water Management and enact new Chapter 22 Flood Damage Prevention and Stormwater Management
• Second reading to repeal and replace the Unified Development Ordinance with former zoning, stormwater, planning, roads, and flood codes
• First reading to change business license due date for insurance companies to April 30
• First reading to add home detention program as alternative to incarceration
• Purchase order of $124,206 to Southeast Pipe for Corey Woods pipe repairs

The Town Council gave final approval to repeal Chapter 11 (Water Management) and enact a new Chapter 22 (Water Management, Flood Damage Prevention, and Stormwater Management), with an exemption for single-family residences from the buffer section. The council also approved a pay raise for civilian police personnel, authorized the Town Attorney to prepare a recycling contract with Charleston County, and approved a $124,206 purchase order for pipe repairs in Corey Woods.

• Repealed Chapter 11 (Water Management) from the UDO (unanimous).
• Enacted new Chapter 22 (Water Management, Flood Damage Prevention, and Stormwater Management) with a single-family buffer exemption (6-1, Jackson opposed).
• Approved second reading of ordinance amending compensation for Mayor and Council (5-2, McIntosh and Garten-Schmidt opposed).
• Postponed second reading of UDO repeal/replacement ordinance to July meeting (6-1, McIntosh opposed).
• Approved first reading of ordinance changing business license due date to April 30 (unanimous).
• Approved first reading of ordinance adding home detention program (unanimous).
• Approved pay raise for civilian police personnel (unanimous).
• Authorized Town Attorney to prepare recycling contract with Charleston County (unanimous).

Historic District / Board of Architectural Review

The Summerville Board of Architectural Review will meet via Zoom to consider several requests for changes to properties in the historic district. The board will review a revision to an approved enclosure at 224 Sumter Avenue and new requests for a deck and outdoor kitchen, a carport and garage, a porch and dormer, and a pergola. No other business is listed.

• 224 Sumter Avenue: revision of approved enclosure of post and beam structure
• 313 Rutherford Street: free-standing deck and outdoor kitchen
• 142 Salisbury Drive: carport and garage addition
• 209 E. 4th South Street: front porch, false dormer, and masonry paint
• 208 E 4th South Street: rear yard pergola

Standing Committee

The Summerville Standing Committees will meet to discuss several items, including police civilian personnel, updates on various public works projects, and financial matters. The Finance Committee will present March 2021 financial reports and consider authorizing purchases for a wheel loader and a freightliner truck. The meeting also includes a proposal to issue a service weapon to the retiring police chief.

• Discussion of Civilian Personnel for Police
• Public Works Project Updates: Maple Street, Cedar Street Extension, Central Avenue Sidewalk, West 5th South St Sidewalk, Lee Street Sidewalk, North Hickory Street Sidewalk, Shepard Park Drainage, US-78 North Summerville Drainage Study, Springview Lane Oakbrook Drainage Study
• Berlin G. Myers Parkway update
• Authorization to issue Glock 9mm to Chief Jon Rogers upon retirement
• Purchase order $153,328 to Blanchard Cat for CAT 920 Wheel Loader and bucket

The Public Safety Committee voted unanimously to forward a proposal to increase pay for police dispatch and records personnel to the full Town Council for its April 8 meeting. The Police Chief estimated the annual cost at about $143,000, or 1% of the department's budget. No other substantive decisions were made; the Public Works and Finance Committees only received updates and approved routine items.

• Moved police civilian pay raise proposal to full Council (unanimous).
• Approved issuing a Glock 9mm service weapon to Police Chief Rogers upon retirement (unanimous).
• Approved $153,328 purchase order to Blanchard Cat for a wheel loader and bucket (unanimous).
• Approved $103,064 purchase order to Triple T. Freightliner for a truck and body (unanimous).

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on two ordinances: one to repeal and replace the entire Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) with prior zoning and land development codes, and another to repeal UDO Chapter 11 and enact a new Chapter 22 for water management, flood damage prevention, and stormwater management. The commission must decide to deny, approve, or approve with amendments. The agenda also includes old and new business items on the same ordinances.

• Public hearing on ordinance to repeal Chapter 11 – Water Management of the UDO
• Public hearing on ordinance to enact new Chapter 22 – Water Management – Flood Damage Prevention and Stormwater Management
• Old business: ordinance to repeal and replace the entire UDO with former Town Code chapters (Zoning, Stormwater, Planning Commission, Roads, Flood Damage Prevention)
• New business: same ordinances as public hearings, for commission recommendation
• Stormwater utility fee set at $4.00/month per ERU (2,975 sq ft of impervious surface)

The Summerville Planning Commission voted 3-3 to reject a proposal to repeal and replace the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) with former town code chapters. The commission then approved two ordinances: one to repeal Chapter 11 (Water Management) from the UDO, and another to enact a new Chapter 22 (Water Management – Flood Damage Prevention and Stormwater Management). Both approvals were split votes with one abstention each.

• Repeal and replace UDO with former code chapters failed (3-3)
• Approved ordinance to repeal Chapter 11 – Water Management from UDO (3-2, 1 abstention)
• Approved ordinance to enact new Chapter 22 – Water Management – Flood Damage Prevention and Stormwater Management (3-2, 1 abstention)

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss zoning and land development regulations. The council will also consider a contractual agreement for moving condemned structures as part of the N. Maple St. project.

• Discussion of zoning and land development regulations
• Consideration of a contractual agreement for moving condemned structures for the N. Maple St. project

The Town Council held a special called meeting to discuss repealing and replacing the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). Council gave general direction on several topics, including keeping the UDO's zoning map, tree preservation standards, and sign requirements, while using a link for codification. The only formal action taken was unanimously authorizing the Director of Public Works to enter into a no-cost contract with Mekiel Mitchell for condemned properties at 224 Shamrock, 701 North Maple, and 605 North Maple.

• Approved a no-cost contract with Mekiel Mitchell to move condemned houses at 224 Shamrock, 701 North Maple, and 605 North Maple.
• Reached general consensus to keep the UDO as a link in Municode rather than codifying all pages.
• Agreed to keep the existing zoning districts and map from the UDO.
• Agreed to keep the 8-inch diameter-at-breast-height (DBH) requirement for protected trees from the UDO.
• Agreed to preserve the UDO's sign requirements, where only master development signs or those with changeable letters go to the DRB.
• Discussed, but did not decide, on combining the UDO's Administration chapter, design guidelines, parks and open space language, subdivision standards, parking rules, and definitions into the old ordinances.

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss zoning and land development regulations. They will also consider a contractual agreement for moving condemned structures as part of the N. Maple St. project.

• Discussion of zoning and land development regulations
• Consideration of a contractual agreement for moving condemned structures for the N. Maple St. project

The Town Council held a special meeting to discuss repealing and replacing the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), reaching general consensus on several topics, including keeping the UDO's zoning districts, 8-inch tree preservation standard, and sign requirements. The Council also unanimously approved a no-cost contract authorizing the Director of Public Works to move condemned houses at 224 Shamrock, 701 North Maple, and 605 North Maple.

• Approved a no-cost contract with Mekiel Mitchell to move condemned houses at 224 Shamrock, 701 North Maple, and 605 North Maple.
• Reached general consensus to keep the UDO's zoning districts and zoning map.
• Reached general consensus to keep the UDO's 8-inch DBH tree preservation requirement.
• Reached general consensus to preserve the UDO's sign requirements.
• Discussed, without formal action, codification, administration, design guidelines, parks/open space, subdivision standards, parking, non-conforming use, water management, and definitions.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The committee discussed becoming more proactive, partnering with Bike/Walk Summerville, and pursuing a new active transportation plan. They also discussed the Sawmill Branch trail alternate route for BGM Parkway Phase 3, noting trail closures and a SCDOT public meeting, and recommended creating a subcommittee for trail realignment.

• Approved January 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Recommended creating a subcommittee for trail realignment to present to mayor/council
• Set June workshop for public feedback on alternate trail route
• Gene to investigate safety data (vehicle counts, speed limits) for priority list

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a proposed ordinance to repeal and replace the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) adopted in 2019. Staff has not yet produced a full draft but has outlined changes, including moving water management regulations to Chapter 22 and revising nonconformity rules. The commission will also consider new street names for two subdivisions and review Dorchester County's Pine Trace Park Master Plan for conformance with the town's comprehensive plan.

• Public hearing on ordinance to repeal and replace the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
• New street names for Central Avenue Townhomes: Black Sycamore Dr., Cedar Forest Dr., Pine Gate Dr., Red Foxmoor Alley, Ridge Walk Alley
• New street names for 125 Germantown Road subdivision: Gray Pine Ln., Pine Waters Ln.
• Review of Dorchester County's Pine Trace Park Master Plan (approx. 306 acres) for conformance with Summerville's Comprehensive Plan

The Planning Commission postponed action on the proposed ordinance to repeal and replace the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to allow further research and discussion. They approved new street names for two subdivisions and affirmed that Dorchester County's Pine Trace Park Master Plan conforms with the Town's Comprehensive Plan.

• Postponed the ordinance to repeal and replace the UDO in its entirety to allow further research and discussion (motion passed unanimously).
• Approved street names Black Sycamore Dr., Cedar Forest Dr., Pine Gate Dr., Red Foxmoor Alley, and Ridge Walk Alley for the Central Avenue Townhomes (motion passed unanimously).
• Approved street names Gray Pine Ln. and Pine Waters Ln. for the 125 Germantown Road subdivision (motion passed unanimously).
• Confirmed conformance of Dorchester County's Pine Trace Park Master Plan with the Town's Comprehensive Plan (motion passed unanimously).

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council will hold second readings on annexing 35.82 acres off Ridge Road and Samuels Ln. and on banning heavy vehicles from parking. It will also consider first readings for rezoning 2.98 acres on Central Avenue, amending council compensation, and replacing the water management chapter with new flood and stormwater rules. The council will discuss the expiring mask ordinance and vote on using $150,000 from the Hospitality Fund for the Saul Alexander playground project.

• Second reading: annex 35.82 acres off Ridge Road and Samuels Ln., rezone to MF-R
• Second reading: add Section 28-92 prohibiting heavy vehicle parking
• First reading: rezone 2.98 acres on Central Avenue from PUD to MF-R
• First reading: repeal Chapter 11 and enact Chapter 22 Water Management (flood/stormwater)
• Authorize $150,000 from Hospitality Fund for Saul Alexander playground

The Town Council gave final approval to annex about 35.82 acres off Ridge Road and Samuels Ln., and to a new ordinance banning heavy vehicles from parking on town streets. It also approved using $150,000 from hospitality tax funds for the Saul Alexander playground project and authorized a contract for it. The council tabled a rezoning request for a property on Central Avenue and extended the mask ordinance in a modified form until the April meeting.

• Approved final reading of ordinance to annex three Dorchester County parcels (TMS#s 153-00-00-012, -013, -032) totaling ~35.82 acres, zoned MF-R upon annexation.
• Approved final reading of ordinance adding Section 28-92 to Chapter 28, prohibiting heavy vehicles from stopping, standing, or parking (5-1, McIntosh opposed).
• Tabled first reading of ordinance to rezone TMS #137-09-01-057 on Central Avenue from PUD to MF-R (5-1, Brown opposed).
• Approved first reading of ordinance to amend Section 2.69 on compensation for Mayor and Council (5-1, McIntosh opposed).
• Approved first reading of ordinance to repeal Chapter 11 (Water Management) from the UDO (5-1, McIntosh opposed).
• Approved first reading of new Chapter 22 (Water Management, Flood Damage Prevention, Stormwater Management) (5-1, McIntosh opposed).
• Approved extending the mask ordinance until the April meeting, but amended to remove requirements for the general public to wear masks, keeping employer requirements (4-2, Jackson and Brown opposed).
• Approved using $150,000 from Hospitality and Accommodations Tax fund for the Saul Alexander playground project and authorized a contract with Cunningham Recreation.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Summerville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request to increase the permitted lot coverage from 35% to 41.8% at 105 Pine Valley Drive, owned by Russell and Ann Deuell, to allow a back patio. The board will also discuss the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). Staff recommends denial, citing lack of hardship and potential runoff concerns.

• Variance request for 105 Pine Valley Drive to increase lot coverage from 35% to 41.8% for a back patio (Ordinance Section 2.10)
• Discussion of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2021 meeting

Tree Protection Board

The Summerville Tree Protection Board will consider seven tree removal requests, including one for a charter school construction project and several for residential properties. The board will also approve minutes from its February meeting. The meeting is open to the public with temperature checks and social distancing.

• 1899 Bacon's Bridge Road – removal of trees for charter school construction
• 401 Beaufort Street – removal of two Oak and one Magnolia trees
• 139 Caleb Court – removal of eleven Pine trees
• 601 Dolphin Drive – removal of five Pine trees
• 146 Linwood Lane – removal of one Grand Pine tree

The board deferred approval for tree removal at 1899 Bacon's Bridge Road until a Corps of Engineers permit is issued, and approved removal of specific trees at several residential properties with conditions, including a setback variance for a Live Oak at 401 Beaufort Street. It denied removal requests for two properties where applicants were absent.

• Approved February 8, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.
• Deferred tree removal approval for 1899 Bacon's Bridge Road until the Corp of Engineers permit is issued.
• Approved removal of two Oak and one Magnolia trees at 401 Beaufort Street, contingent on the owner applying for a setback variance to save the 72-inch Live Oak and exhausting all possibilities to accommodate the tree.
• Approved removal of seven Pine trees (1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 11) at 139 Caleb Court, with a 3-1 vote (Reilly opposed).
• Approved removal of the large Pine tree in the rear at 601 Dolphin Drive, with pruning recommended for other trees.
• Denied removal of a grand Pine tree at 146 Linwood Lane (applicant absent), with recommendation to prune limbs and vines.
• Denied removal of two Pine trees at 825 North Main Street (applicant absent), with recommendation to clean vines off trees.
• Approved removal of two Gum trees at 109 Long Cove Bend, with mitigation requiring a 3-inch caliper canopy tree in a 45-gallon container, or contribution to the Tree Fund if not adequate.

Standing Committee

The Finance Committee will review February 2021 financial reports and several purchase requisitions. The agenda includes funding for council chamber upgrades, police technology, and playground construction.

• $84,918.95 for Council Chambers audio and visual upgrades from The Office People
• $89,803 for in-shop exhaust ventilation from ACS
• $48,850.85 for automatic license plate readers from Vigilant Solutions LLC
• $150,000 from Hospitality Fund Balance for the Saul Alexander playground project
• $481,772 award to Sea Island Land Development for Shepard Park drainage

The Finance Committee approved several expenditures, including a $481,772 contract for the Germantown Regional Stormwater pond project (Shepard Park drainage) and a $54,000 change order for Maple Street paving. They also approved purchases for Council Chambers AV upgrades, exhaust ventilation, and license plate readers. The committee postponed decisions on the Saul Alexander playground project until the March 11 Council meeting.

• Approved surplus of vehicle PD21 (2000 Speed Monitoring Trailer) unanimously.
• Approved $84,918.95 purchase order to The Office People for Council Chambers AV upgrades (6-1, McIntosh opposed).
• Approved $89,803 purchase order to ACS for in-shop exhaust ventilation unanimously.
• Approved $48,850.85 purchase order to Vigilant Solutions LLC for ALPRs unanimously.
• Postponed $150,000 from Hospitality Fund for Saul Alexander playground until March 11 Council meeting.
• Postponed authorization to negotiate with Cunningham Recreation for playground until March 11 Council meeting.
• Awarded $481,772 contract to Sea Island Land Development for Shepard Park drainage pond unanimously.
• Approved $54,000 change order to Sanders Brothers for Maple Street paving (amended to $62,605.10) unanimously.

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board will conduct site visits to eight properties on March 4, 2021. No decisions will be made during these visits; all decisions will occur at the regular meeting on March 8, 2021.

• 825 N. Main Street
• 109 Long Cove Bend
• 401 Beaufort Street
• 146 Linwood Lane
• 601 Dolphin Drive

Historic District / Board of Architectural Review

The Summerville Board of Architectural Review will meet via Zoom to consider several requests for changes to properties in the historic district. They will review one old business item and five new business items, including door replacement, a carport, porch conversions, painting, and a sunroom addition. The board will also discuss the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO).

• 302 Rutherford Street: replace front door with fiberglass door
• 124 W. 5th South Street: build carport attached to existing shed
• 519 W. Carolina Avenue: convert screen-room porch to conditioned space
• 105 Hickory Street: paint masonry residence
• 310 W. Richardson Avenue: build sunroom addition

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss legal and personnel matters in executive session. The legal matter concerns a contract for the sale of three town-owned properties, and the personnel matter involves the police department. Following the session, the council may take action on these items.

• Sale of town-owned property at 213 W. Second St. South (TMS# 137-07-04-007)
• Sale of town-owned property at 208 Cedar St. (TMS# 137-07-04-005)
• Sale of town-owned property at 213 W. Richardson Ave. (TMS# 137-07-04-002)
• Personnel matter regarding the Summerville Police Department
• Possible action on executive session items

The Summerville Town Council met in a special called session and immediately entered executive session to discuss a legal matter regarding a proposed listing agreement and agent for the sale of three town-owned properties, and a personnel matter regarding the police department. After returning from executive session, the town attorney stated that no action was taken on either matter. The council then adjourned without any formal decisions or votes on substantive items.

• Entered executive session to discuss legal matter on proposed listing agreement/contract and agent for sale of town-owned properties at 213 W. Second St. South, 208 Cedar St., and 210 W. Richardson Ave.
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel matter regarding the Summerville Police Department.
• No action taken in executive session on either the legal or personnel matter.
• Adjourned the special called meeting at 5:22pm.

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission will meet virtually to approve minutes, review new street names for Central Avenue Townhomes, and discuss a proposed ordinance to repeal and replace the Unified Development Ordinance. The agenda includes no public hearings or old business items.

• New street names for Central Avenue Townhomes: one road and two alleys
• Discussion of ordinance to repeal and replace the Unified Development Ordinance (adopted Oct 19, 2019, last amended Dec 10, 2020)

The Planning Commission held a discussion on a proposed ordinance to repeal and replace the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), with members expressing concerns and suggesting amendments rather than a full repeal. No formal action was taken on the ordinance, and a public hearing is scheduled for March 15, 2021. Street name approvals for Central Avenue Townhomes were deferred to the March meeting.

• Minutes from January 25, 2021 accepted as presented
• Street names for Central Avenue Townhomes deferred to March meeting
• UDO repeal/replacement discussed; no vote taken, public hearing set for March 15

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is reviewing several development applications, including a new educational campus on Bacons Bridge Road and a 60-unit townhome project on Central Avenue. The meeting also includes requests for facade improvements and the placement of a shipping container on Azalea Square Boulevard.

• Summerville Charter School: Preliminary and Final Approval for a 42,900 SF campus at 1899 Bacons Bridge Road
• Central Avenue Town Homes: Preliminary and Final Approval for a 60-unit development at 1437 Central Avenue
• Wash Wizard Carwash: Preliminary Approval for a new 7,000 SF carwash
• 1525 Old Trolley Road: Final Approval for facade improvements to Trolley Square Shopping Center
• 355 Azalea Square Boulevard: Final Approval for placing a shipping container on the property

Town Council

The Summerville Town Council will hold a virtual meeting to consider several land-use items, including three annexation petitions and two rezoning requests, along with final readings of ordinances on wrecker services, noise, municipal court, and a quit-claim deed. The council will also discuss a site plan for Summerville Elementary School, a proposed town seal and logo, and an appointment for Clerk of Court. An executive session is scheduled for legal, contractual, and personnel matters.

• Annexation petition by Philip A. Berlinsky for ~35.82 acres off Ridge Road and Samuels Ln., zoned MF-R upon annexation (recommended for approval)
• Annexation petitions by Diana T. Davis and Julius W. and Andrea T. Bean for properties on Miles-Jamison Road, zoned MF-R (recommended for denial or no recommendation)
• Second reading of ordinance to amend Wrecker Services regulations (Chapter 28, Section 28-121)
• First reading of ordinance to rezone ~2.98 acres on Central Avenue owned by 725 Central LLC from PUD to MF-R (recommended for approval)
• First reading of ordinance to rezone ~4.59 acres on Miles-Jamison Road owned by Diana T. Davis from PUD to MF-R (recommended for denial)

The council approved several items, including annexing a 35.82-acre property, amending noise and wrecker regulations, and approving a $1.5 million listing agreement for three town-owned properties. It also denied annexation and rezoning requests for properties on Miles-Jamison Road and postponed a rezoning on Central Avenue. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved annexation of 35.82 acres off Ridge Road and Samuels Lane (unanimous)
• Rejected annexation petition for 0.55 acres at Miles-Jamison Road and Pebbles Lane (unanimous)
• Rejected annexation petition for 1.57 acres at 507 Miles-Jamison Road (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of wrecker services ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of noise ordinance amendment with fireworks exception (unanimous)
• Denied second reading of quit-claim deed to Noisette Row (unanimous)
• Postponed rezoning of 2.98 acres on Central Avenue to March 11 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $1.5M listing agreement for three town-owned properties (unanimous)

Tree Protection Board

The Summerville Tree Protection Board will review two tree removal requests: one for two pine trees at 185 Bamert Street and another for trees at 1899 Bacon's Bridge Rd. for the construction of a charter school. The board will also approve minutes from the January 11, 2021 meeting.

• 185 Bamert Street – Removal of two Pine trees (one previously approved, one denied, now reconsidered with arborist letter)
• 1899 Bacon's Bridge Rd. – Removal of trees for construction of Summerville Prep Academy charter school
• Approval of January 11, 2021 minutes

The Tree Protection Board approved the removal of a second pine tree at 185 Bamert Street over one dissenting vote, after discussion about the tree's condition. The board tabled a request to remove most trees at 1899 Bacon's Bridge Road for a charter school until members can visit the site and review plans.

• Approved removal of second pine tree at 185 Bamert Street (2-1, Wallace no)
• Tabled tree removal request for charter school at 1899 Bacon's Bridge Road (unanimous)

Standing Committee

The Standing Committees of Council will discuss several property annexation and rezoning requests, including a 35.82-acre annexation off Ridge Road and Samuels Lane, and rezonings on Central Avenue, Miles-Jamison Road, and Pebbles Lane. The Planning Commission has recommended approval for some and denial for others. The committees will also review financial reports, authorize surplus of police and parks vehicles, and approve purchase orders for a RAM 3500, SCBAs, and a Ford F450.

• Annexation of 35.82 acres off Ridge Road and Samuels Ln (TMS#s 153-00-00-012, -013, -032) to MF-R zoning
• Rezoning of 2.98 acres on Central Ave (TMS#137-09-01-057) from PUD to MF-R
• Rezoning of 4.59 acres on Miles-Jamison Rd (TMS#145-07-05-057) from PUD to MF-R (recommended denial)
• Purchase order to Cooper Motor Company for $49,078 for a RAM 3500 flatbed dump
• Purchase order to Dick Smith Ford for $63,414 for a Ford F450 for Stormwater

The Planning and Development Committee recommended approval of an annexation and rezoning for a 35.82-acre parcel off Ridge Road and Samuels Ln., and a rezoning on Central Avenue, both to full Council. It also recommended denial of a rezoning and two annexations for a proposed senior apartment development on Miles-Jamison Road, but later amended to send them with no recommendation. The committee also recommended approval of a Town Code amendment prohibiting heavy vehicles.

• Recommended approval of annexation of 35.82 acres off Ridge Road and Samuels Ln. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning of 2.98 acres on Central Avenue to MF-R (2-1, McIntosh opposed)
• Recommended denial of rezoning and annexations for Miles-Jamison Road development, then amended to no recommendation (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Town Code amendment adding Section 28-92, Heavy Vehicles Prohibited (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of quit-claim deed for unimproved right-of-way on West 3rd South Street, with drainage easement retained (unanimous)
• Authorized SPD to present service weapon to retiring Sergeant D. Henderson (unanimous)
• Authorized surplus of 7 SPD vehicles and 1 Parks & Recreation vehicle (unanimous)
• Approved purchase orders for RAM 3500, SCBAs, and Ford F450 (unanimous)

Town Council

This agenda contains only an organizational chart for the Town of Summerville and no specific decisions or discussion items. The meeting appears to be procedural or informational, with no actionable agenda items listed.

Historic District / Board of Architectural Review

The Board of Architectural Review will consider a request for final approval of new single-family residence construction at 608 Central Avenue. The applicant, Bryan Mise, proposes a raised cottage style home. The board will also discuss potential updates to fence guidelines in the town's development ordinance.

• New construction of a single-family residence at 608 Central Avenue
• Proposed home is 3,977 sq ft heated, with a 722 sq ft garage
• Applicant proposes exterior colors from Sherwin Williams Historic Charleston Collection
• Discussion of BAR Guidelines regarding fences
• Ordinance amendment to allow fences up to 4.5 feet in front yards

The Board of Architectural Review approved the new construction of a single-family residence at 608 Central Avenue with conditions, including a minimum 30-inch raised slab foundation, revised porch roof overhang, continuous brick rowlock, and staff review of paint colors. The motion passed with two dissenting votes. The board also discussed amending the UDO regarding privacy fencing on corner lots and emergency stabilization for a wall at 120 W. Richardson Avenue, but no decisions were made on these items.

• Approved new construction at 608 Central Avenue with conditions (5-2)
• Approved minutes from January 5, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed UDO amendment for privacy fencing on corner lots (no action)
• Discussed brick work/emergency stabilization at 120 W. Richardson Avenue (no action)

Planning Commission

The Summerville Planning Commission recommended approval of two annexations and two rezoning requests, but denied a rezoning for a proposed 90-unit senior workforce housing development on Miles-Jamison Road. The commission also recommended approval of UDO amendments regarding encroachments and criminal penalties. All votes were unanimous except the denied rezoning, which failed 3-4.

• Recommended approval of Berlinsky annexation (35.82 acres, Ridge Rd/Samuels Ln) to MF-R (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 725 Central LLC rezoning (2.98 acres, Central Ave) from PUD to MF-R (unanimous)
• Denied Diana T. Davis rezoning (4.59 acres, Miles-Jamison Rd) from PUD to MF-R (3-4)
• Combined votes on Davis and Bean annexations with item 4; motion carried unanimously
• Recommended approval of UDO amendments (Ch. 2 Sec. 2.3.6.A and Ch. 11 Sec. 11.11.3.G) (unanimous)
• Re-elected Jim Reaves as Chairman and Kevin Carroll as Vice Chairman (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Summerville Design Review Board will hold a public meeting to review several development proposals, including a new Nissan dealership, a charter school campus, and townhome developments. The board will also vote on officers and approve previous meeting minutes. Items range from conceptual reviews to final approvals.

• Summerville Nissan: proposed new full-service dealership on 15 acres between Holiday Drive and I-26 (conceptual review)
• Summerville Charter School: new 42,900 SF educational campus at 1899 Bacons Bridge Road (preliminary approval)
• Springview Townhomes: 24-unit townhome development on 2.37 acres on Springview Drive (preliminary approval)
• Margaritas: façade renovations and new outdoor covered patio (final approval)
• 231 Old Trolley Road: manual reader board sign (approval)

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee met via Zoom, approved prior minutes, and elected new officers. They discussed the sidewalk and crosswalk priority list, focusing on specific areas like downtown Summerville and Knightsville, and considered using Strava data to reprioritize improvements. The meeting was routine with no public comment.

• Elected Mike Peebles as Chairman, Gene Brislin as Vice Chairman, Sandy O'Keefe as Secretary
• Discussed sidewalk/crosswalk priority list including Lee Street, W 5th South Street, Richardson/Highway 78, Parkwood/Central, Central Ave multiuse path, N. Hickory
• Discussed Berlin G Myers extension as alternative bike/pedestrian route during construction
• Reviewed 2021 meeting calendar (March 17, May 19, July 21, September 15, November 17)

The committee elected Mike Peebles as chairman, Gene Brislin as vice chairman, and Sandy O'Keefe as secretary. They approved the November 2020 meeting minutes and discussed sidewalk priorities, Strava data use, and the Berlin G Myers extension. No other formal decisions were made.

• Elected Mike Peebles as chairman
• Elected Gene Brislin as vice chairman
• Elected Sandy O'Keefe as secretary
• Approved November 2020 meeting minutes

Redevelopment Corporation

The Summerville Redevelopment Corporation will meet to approve minutes, consider a bylaw amendment allowing electronic meetings, and discuss transferring three properties to the Town of Summerville. The properties are 208 S. Cedar St. (.98 ac), 213 W. 2nd S. St. (.37 ac), and 210 W. Richardson Ave. (.60 ac). The bylaw amendment would permit telephonic/electronic meetings and count remote attendees toward quorum, with live streaming required.

• Proposed bylaw amendment to allow electronic/telephonic meetings and remote quorum counting
• Transfer of TMS#137-07-04-005.000, 208 S. Cedar St., .98 ac to Town of Summerville
• Transfer of TMS#137-07-04-007.000, 213 W. 2nd S. St., .37 ac to Town of Summerville
• Transfer of TMS#137-07-04-002.000, 210 W. Richardson Ave., .60 ac to Town of Summerville
• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2019 and January 15, 2020 meetings

The Summerville Redevelopment Corporation approved the transfer of three properties to the Town of Summerville, conditioned on their use for redevelopment. The board also unanimously approved amended bylaws allowing electronic meetings and accepted prior meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of Nov 14, 2019 and Jan 15, 2020 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved bylaw amendment to allow electronic meetings (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of 3 properties to Town of Summerville, conditioned on redevelopment use (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council will consider several ordinances including rezoning for North Palmetto Street, authorizing electronic meetings, and requiring face coverings. The agenda also includes discussions on a one-way street on Waring Street and various property transfers.

• Rezoning of 108 and 110 N. Palmetto Street from GR-2 to GR-5
• Ordinance for face coverings in certain circumstances
• Ordinance allowing Council, boards, and committees to meet electronically or telephonically
• Quit-claim deed for TMS# 137-14-09-015 on Legare Ln
• Quit-claim deed for a portion of Noisette Row right-of-way to AHR Development

The council gave final approval to a temporary 60-day emergency mask ordinance (6-1) after removing a provision about signing forms in pharmacies/grocery stores, and tabled a separate permanent mask ordinance (6-1). It also approved several property-related items, including a quit-claim deed and a rezoning, and authorized starting condemnation proceedings on Highway 78 near South Pointe (5-2).

• Approved temporary 60-day mask ordinance with amendment (6-1)
• Tabled permanent mask ordinance (6-1)
• Approved quit-claim deed to Bradley W. Mallett Jr. for Lot 4 on Legare Lane (unanimous)
• Rezoned 108 and 110 North Palmetto Street from GR-2 to GR-5 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance allowing electronic/telephonic meetings (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of quit-claim deed for Noisette Row right-of-way to AHR Development (unanimous)
• Approved Waring Street one-way from Tallow to Classic Street (unanimous)
• Authorized condemnation process on Highway 78 near South Pointe (5-2)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Summerville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request for 112 Riviera Drive to reduce the required rear setback for an accessory structure from 10 feet to 5 feet. The property is zoned PUD, and the applicant cites the size of the lot and a drainage easement as reasons for the request. The board will also elect officers and approve prior minutes.

• Variance request for 112 Riviera Drive to reduce rear setback from 10 to 5 feet for an accessory structure
• Election of officers
• Approval of minutes from November 12, 2019

Tree Protection Board

The Summerville Tree Protection Board will review and vote on requests to remove trees at five properties, including a pool installation at 115 Guilford Drive and new home construction at 205 E. 6th South Street. The board will also approve minutes from the December 7, 2020 meeting. Decisions are based on criteria like disease, safety hazards, or lot density.

• 115 Guilford Drive: removal of 18 pine trees for pool installation; applicant offers $4,000 to Tree Fund as alternative
• 205 E. 6th South Street: removal of 4 pines, 1 oak, 2 cedars, and 4 other trees for new home construction
• 629 Alwyn Blvd: removal of 11 pine trees
• 201 Parkwood Drive: removal of 1 pine tree
• 185 Bamert Street: removal of 2 pine trees

Standing Committee

The Summerville Standing Committees will meet virtually to discuss and consider several items, including a site plan for the Summerville Elementary School bus loop and parking, amendments to the tow and noise ordinances, and various public works projects. The Finance Committee will review December 2020 financial reports, consider purchasing payroll/HR software, and authorize acceptance of a $37,827 federal grant for police COVID-19 costs, plus an MOU with Isle of Palms Police. The Parks and Recreation Committee will not meet.

• Discussion of site plan for Summerville Elementary School bus loop and District Office/stadium parking
• Discussion of amending Tow Ordinance Sec. 28-121 and Noise Ordinance Section 12-31
• Update on Fire Station 6
• Authorization to accept $37,827 Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding grant for police COVID-19 supplies and overtime
• Consideration of purchasing software for payroll and HR functions

Tree Protection Board

The Tree Protection Board will conduct site visits to five properties on January 6, 2021, with no decisions made during the visits. All decisions will be made at the regular meeting on January 11, 2021.

• Site visit to 115 Guilford Drive
• Site visit to 201 Parkwood Drive
• Site visit to 205 E. 6th South Street
• Site visit to 185 Bamert Street
• Site visit to 629 Alwyn Boulevard