Zoning & land use in South Carolina local government
What South Carolina city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about zoning & land use — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
2,070 South Carolina meetings since 2024 covered zoning & land use. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in South Carolina with the most zoning & land use activity
- Charleston, SC (761)
- Lancaster County, SC (138)
- York County, SC (102)
- Mount Pleasant, SC (93)
- West Columbia, SC (75)
- Spartanburg County, SC (74)
- North Myrtle Beach, SC (69)
- Summerville, SC (60)
- Horry County, SC (55)
- Clemson, SC (51)
- Beaufort County, SC (45)
- Fountain Inn, SC (44)
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Board to review exterior renovations at 509 West Pine Street
The Design Review Board will meet to consider a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness. The board is deciding whether to approve exterior renovations for a property in the D-4 Timrod Park Overlay District.
Planning Commission to hear rezoning of 11.07 acres to C‑3 commercial
The Clinton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 11 at 6:00 PM to consider a rezoning application for approximately 11.07 acres at Springdale Drive and Willard Road. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from R‑1 (Residential) to C‑3 (General Commercial). The application is identified by tax map…
Planning Commission to hear multiple rezoning requests for city center parcels
The Florence Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning changes. Items include a request to rezone five parcels on Kuker Street from CR to CBD. Additional proposals seek new zoning designations for parcels on Ascot Drive, Stratton Drive, and eighteen parcels on North Aiken Drive, some pending…
City Council to consider rezoning of seven Hwy 93 parcels to Community Business District
The council will hold a public hearing on two zoning map amendment applications. One proposes rezoning four parcels near Old Greenville Highway and Abel Road from residential to Community Business to allow a pharmacy; the Planning Commission previously denied it. The other proposes rezoning seven parcels on the west…
Board to review several alteration requests, notably a pool at 416 Front St.
The Georgetown Architectural Review Board will approve minutes from its July 6 meeting and then consider a series of property alteration applications. Items include fence relocation, window changes, driveway replacement, a new in‑ground pool, and demolition with asbestos siding removal. Public input will be taken on…
Discussion of potential land annexation and development at 3680 S Island Road
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the possible annexation and development of property located at 3680 S Island Road. This meeting is designated as a workshop special meeting.
Planning Commission to review sweeping UDO text amendments
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a recommendation for extensive amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance, covering definitions, setbacks, use districts, signs, parking, tree protection, design overlays, and more. They will also approve minutes from May and certify final plats.
Board of Zoning Appeals to consider two variance requests
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider two variance requests that would modify setback requirements for new construction at 843 Bridge Point Circle and 1129 Sea Island Crossing Lane. The agenda also includes a request to extend vested rights for a property on West Coleman Boulevard.
County council considers temporary moratorium on data center development
The Orangeburg County Council will hold a special called meeting to consider an ordinance that would temporarily halt the acceptance of applications for rezoning, permits, and economic incentives related to data centers, cryptocurrency mining, and other data processing facilities.
Committee reviews two annexations and a new amenity center plan
The Technical Review Committee is reviewing two petitions to annex properties into the city and one site-specific development plan. The body will evaluate zoning designations and a proposed amenity center.
Greenville Housing Authority Development Committee to discuss land and assistance
The Development Committee will meet to discuss the transfer of assistance for Perry/Essex/Styles and a request for proposals for Traction. The board will also review surplus land regarding Arcadia.
TRC reviews youth learning golf facility site plan at 2275 Henry Tecklenburg Dr
The Charleston Technical Review Committee will review eight site‑plan and subdivision applications, including a youth learning golf facility, a multifamily building, townhomes, a hotel, MUSC site improvements, a golf‑club teaching and laundry complex, and a road construction plan. Each item will be examined for…
Board to consider after‑the‑fact demolition of exterior elements at 32 Dunnemann Ave.
The Board will approve the minutes from its July 23, 2026 meeting. It will review an application for after‑the‑fact partial demolition of exterior elements visible from the public right‑of‑way at 32 Dunnemann Avenue, a historic 1947 home in the Wagener Terrace district (Council District 6). The application cites a…
Board of Architectural Review to consider demolition and alteration requests
The Board of Architectural Review – Small will review 15 applications for property modifications. The board is deciding on requests for full and partial demolitions, conceptual approvals for new construction, and exterior alterations to historic structures.
Board to decide two variance requests for parking and lot creation
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on two variance requests. One seeks relief from residential parking requirements at 1032 Middleton Street. The other requests variances from minimum lot area and width to create a new lot behind 1300 and 1304 West Palmetto Street.
City Council to approve $737,550 engineering contract for PFAS study at water plant
The council will vote on several ordinances and contracts, including a $737,550 engineering study for emerging contaminants at the City Water Treatment Plant, an $85,000 contract with St. Frances Animal Center, and a $124,259.00 annual janitorial services contract. It will also consider a first‑reading ordinance…
Committee reviews medical office, biergarten, and residential subdivision plans
The Development Review Committee will review three land use applications. These include a new medical office building, a commercial renovation and expansion, and a residential lot subdivision.
Discussion of Village at Verdier development agreement expiration and PUD standards
The Bluffton Planning Commission will review the Village at Verdier development agreement, which is set to expire, and consider amendments to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) standards outlined in UDO Article 4, Article 5, and a new Appendix B. The session is designated as a planning workshop with no action…
Council to consider extending residential development moratorium and FY 2026‑27 budget
The Lancaster County Council will hold a special meeting to discuss several agenda items. Council members will hear an update on the Lindsay Pettus Greenway Project and consider two ordinances: extending the residential development moratorium for an additional 90 days and amending the county budget for fiscal year…
Planning Commission to consider four rezoning requests and a vested rights extension
The Mount Pleasant Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four rezoning requests at properties on Bowman Road, Venning Road, Ruffin Road, and Russell Drive. They will also consider a one-year extension of vested rights for the Patriots Annex Impact Assessment and Conceptual Plan. The meeting includes…
Irmo Council considers rezoning for 300+ apartments off Columbiana Drive
The Town Council will hold first readings for ordinances regarding zoning application waiting periods and a specific land rezoning. The body is also considering contracts for public safety cameras and an economic development commercial.
Council considers establishing Wastewater Services Commission and property sales
Aiken County Council will hold public hearings on wastewater services, zoning changes, and industrial property sales. The body is also considering a referendum to modify the county's authority to operate wastewater treatment facilities.
Planning Commission to review residential subdivisions and city infrastructure
The Planning Commission will discuss two new residential subdivision sketch plans and a capital improvement project. The body will also consider an amendment to a planned development district for a privacy fence.
Planning Commission to review The Loom project appearance and zoning amendments
The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider a Commercial Appearance Review request for a portion of The Loom project, including approval of the parking deck lighting plan while holding the fencing sample. The commission will also discuss three zoning text amendment requests: adding Pennies 5 projects to the…
Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on July 21, 2026 is cancelled
The agenda notes that there will be no Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Contact the City Clerk’s office at (803) 939-8608 or [email protected] for special accommodations.
Board of Zoning Appeals meeting cancelled, no items to consider
The City of Clinton Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026 was cancelled. No zoning appeals were received by the application deadline, so there are no items for the board to decide or discuss. For further information, contact the Planning Department at 864-833-4501 or 864-833-4505.
Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals to review 26 zoning applications
The Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals will meet on July 21, 2026, to review 26 applications requesting variances and special exceptions for residential and commercial projects across the city. The board will also consider deferred items and review minutes from a previous meeting.
Planning Commission to decide Edgewater Phase 8 residential development plat
The commission will hold a public hearing to consider a preliminary plat for Edgewater Phase 8, a 14.96‑acre single‑family residential project with 44 lots. It will also hear a conditional use permit request for a used‑car sales lot on 423 Rocky River Road. Additional items include naming a private driveway, new road…
Council to consider first reading of historic district ordinance amendment
The Bluffton Town Council will hold the first reading of an ordinance amending the Unified Development Ordinance sections on historic district permits, addressing relocation and demolition of non‑contributing resources in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District. The workshop also includes presentations on a Wayfinding…
City Council approves pre‑annexation of 1424 Jacks Circle Road
The North Myrtle Beach City Council will adopt a resolution designating Greene Finney Cauley, LLP to perform the annual audit for FY 2026 and FY 2027. Council members will take a second reading on amendments to Chapter 20 Land Development Regulations and Chapter 23 Zoning to clarify site‑specific development plan…
Council to renew three‑year Urban County grant agreement with Lexington County
The West Columbia City Council will consider several items, including a second‑reading of an ordinance for a non‑exclusive franchise with MCIMetro Access Transmission Services, LLC, and an amendment to prohibit commercial and industrial trucks on designated streets. The council will also vote on ratifying the Urban…
City Council to consider rezoning and middle housing standards
The City Council will hold a work session on a parking study draft report by Walker Consultants. The regular meeting includes discussions on neighborhood fencing and nonprofit use of a city message board, alongside several zoning and development readings.
Council will hold second reading of Ordinance 686 to revise hotel and solar standards
The Pickens County Council will conduct a second reading of Ordinance No. 686 to amend the Unified Development Standards for hotels and solar energy utilities. A first reading (title only) of an ordinance to create a Lake Hartwell Overlay District for water quality protection will also be considered. Council members…
Council to vote on $23M bonds and residential development moratorium
Lancaster County Council will consider issuing up to $23 million in bonds for the Roselyn Residential Improvement District and vote on a ninety-day extension of a residential development moratorium. The agenda also includes zoning changes, easement agreements, and updates on board appointments.
Planning Commission to hold public hearing on Development Code revisions
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding revisions to Chapters 2, 3, and 4 of the Beaufort Development Code. The body will also review previous meeting minutes and address military operations questions.
Planning Commission to recommend adoption of comprehensive plan 5-year review
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to recommend Town Council adopt the Summerville: Our Town, Our Future Comprehensive Plan: 5-Year Review. The plan updates demographics, land use, and adds a resiliency element. The commission will also consider a request to rezone 115 S…
Board considers boarding house request for 1222 Brook Drive
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special exception application. The applicant, Education Foundation of the University of South Carolina, Inc., seeks to establish a boarding house at 1222 Brook Drive to provide lodging for students.
Technical Review Committee to review six site and subdivision plans
The Technical Review Committee is reviewing site plans and subdivision concepts for various developments. The body will evaluate infrastructure and layout for residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects across the city.
Technical Review Committee to review commercial and residential development plans
The Technical Review Committee will review new development applications, including a Chick-fil-A site plan and a rezoning request for six parcels on Creek Front Road. The committee will also consider an annexation request for a property at 1323 Waterway Drive.
Council will discuss potential regulations for data center development
The Ad-Hoc Unified Development Ordinance Committee will first approve minutes from its June 30 meeting. Consultants will present lot‑yield calculations for conventional and open‑space subdivisions and a draft FAQ for the UDO website. The committee will then consider adding regulations for data center projects. No…