Lancaster County public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review and make recommendations on several development applications, including a major subdivision for a 410-unit townhome development and a rezoning for a 141-lot single-family subdivision. The commission will also consider amendments to a preliminary plat and development agreement for The Preserve at Barber Rock. These items are recommendations to County Council, except where noted.

• SD-2021-1251: NVR/Ryan Homes preliminary plat for 410-unit townhome development on 96.75 acres between Collins Road and Shelley Mullis Road (PDD-26)
• RZ-2021-2643: Realty Advisory Corporation rezoning of 90.43 acres on Jim Wilson Road from Rural Neighborhood to Medium Density Residential for 141-lot subdivision
• SD-2019-0803: Taylor Morrison amendment to reduce acreage at The Preserve at Barber Rock from 35.10 to 34.08 acres
• DA-2019-0803: Taylor Morrison amendment to development agreement for The Preserve at Barber Rock
• Approval of minutes from November 16, 2021 regular meeting and December 2, 2021 workshop

The Lancaster County Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat for a 410-unit townhome development (SD-2021-1251) with conditions, including a required berm along Collins Road. The commission denied a rezoning request (RZ-2021-2643) for a 141-lot subdivision due to a 3-3 tie vote. Two related amendments for The Preserve at Barber Rock were approved unanimously.

• Approved preliminary plat for 410-unit townhome development (SD-2021-1251) with conditions and berm waiver only on Shelly Mullis Road (5-1)
• Denied rezoning of 90.43 acres on Jim Wilson Road from Rural Neighborhood to Medium Density Residential (RZ-2021-2643) (3-3 tie)
• Approved preliminary plat amendment for The Preserve at Barber Rock (SD-2019-0803) reducing acreage to 34.08 acres (6-0)
• Approved development agreement amendment for The Preserve at Barber Rock (DA-2019-0803) (6-0)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 16, 2021 minutes (5-0, Neely abstained)
• Approved December 2, 2021 workshop minutes (5-0, Patterson abstained)
• Nominated James Barnett to UDO Stakeholder committee (unanimous)

Lancaster County Council

The County Council is holding a three-part discussion to establish a vision for managing growth and its impact on county operations. Members are reviewing a proposed interim ordinance and a stakeholder committee for the Unified Development Ordinance rewrite.

• Discussion on the impact of growth on county budgeting, staffing, and service delivery
• Proposed interim ordinance to manage development prior to the full UDO rewrite
• Proposed 228-acre project on Jim Wilson Road featuring 293 residential lots, 150,000 sq. ft. office, and a 300-room senior living facility
• Review of a multidisciplinary stakeholder committee for the UDO rewrite
• Proposed use of a 216,000 sq. ft. self-storage facility as a sound barrier for the Jim Wilson Road project

The Lancaster County Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting on December 15, 2021, where they discussed several items but took no formal votes on substantive matters. They reviewed a proposed Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Interim Ordinance, a potential development project on Jim Wilson Road, and began a visioning process for growth. The only actions taken were procedural: approving the agenda as amended and adjourning.

• Approved agenda as amended (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is meeting to vote on a range of items, including an intergovernmental agreement with the school district for impact fees, ARPA funding for HVAC and sheriff's office improvements, and several rezoning requests. The agenda includes public hearings and final readings on ordinances related to fire protection, economic development, and property development. Several items are held from previous meetings, including Project Arrowhead and a redistricting plan.

• Resolution 1171-R2021: Intergovernmental agreement with Lancaster County School District for impact fees
• Resolution 1185-R2021: ARPA funding for HVAC replacement and Sheriff's Office improvements
• Ordinance 2021-1770: Establish Van Wyck Fire Protection District with rates and bond authority
• Ordinance 2021-1789: Rezone 9.6 acres on Charlotte Highway to Regional Business (staff recommends denial)
• Ordinance 2021-1769: Development agreement with Arbor Construction for 92-lot subdivision

The Lancaster County Council approved the first reading of a development agreement with Arbor Construction for a 92-lot single-family cluster subdivision, which includes per-unit fees for public safety, schools, and public works. The council also approved several rezoning requests, including a 5-2 vote to rezone property at 9923 Southwinds Drive from MDR to MH. Additionally, the council authorized the county administrator to execute documents for participation in nationwide opioid settlement agreements.

• Approved 1st reading of development agreement with Arbor Construction for 92-lot subdivision (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 9923 Southwinds Drive from MDR to MH (5-2)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with school district for impact fees (7-0)
• Approved ARPA funding for HVAC replacement and Sheriff's Office improvements (7-0)
• Approved establishment of Van Wyck Fire Protection District (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of donated 1.15-acre parcel from Bailes Investment Associates (7-0)
• Authorized county administrator to execute opioid settlement documents (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Removed Panhandle Partners rezoning request from agenda (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission is meeting to review several development applications, including a major subdivision preliminary plat for a 410-unit townhome project, two rezoning requests, and amendments to a preliminary plat and development agreement. The commission will also hold a public hearing on the rezoning requests. Decisions made will be recommendations to the County Council.

• SD-2021-1251: Preliminary plat for 410-unit townhome development on 96.75 acres between Collins Road and Shelley Mullis Road (zoned PDD-26)
• RZ-2021-2643: Rezone 90.43 acres on Jim Wilson Road from Rural Neighborhood to Medium Density Residential for a 141-lot subdivision
• RZ-2021-2559: Rezone 3.63 acres at 7829 Charlotte Highway from Low Density Residential to General Business for an age 55+ independent living project
• SD-2019-0803 & DA-2019-0803: Amendments to reduce acreage of The Preserve at Barber Rock from 35.10 to 34.08 acres
• Public hearing on rezoning applications

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop on December 2, 2021, to discuss five development applications, but took no formal votes. Items included a 410-unit townhome subdivision, a rezoning for a 141-lot subdivision, a rezoning for a senior living project, and two amendments to reduce acreage at The Preserve at Barber Rock. Staff also announced a new requirement that preliminary plat conditions be resolved within 60 days of approval.

• No formal decisions were made; all items were presented for discussion only.
• Staff announced a new requirement: conditions on Preliminary Plats must be resolved within 60 days of Planning Commission approval.
• Discussed SD-2021-1252: NVR/Ryan Homes preliminary plat for 410 townhomes on 96.75 acres between Collins and Shelley Mullis Roads.
• Discussed RZ-2021-2643: Realty Advisory Corp. rezoning of 90.43 acres on Jim Wilson Road from RN to MDR for a 141-lot subdivision.
• Discussed RZ-2021-2559: CSH Charlotte Highway Act LLC rezoning of 3.63 acres at 7829 Charlotte Highway from LDR to GB for a 55+ independent living project.
• Discussed SD-2019-0803: Taylor Morrison amendment to reduce acreage at The Preserve at Barber Rock from 35.10 to 34.08 acres.
• Discussed DA-2019-0803: Taylor Morrison amendment to Development Agreement for same acreage reduction.
• Staff noted upcoming Comprehensive Plan stakeholder meeting on 12/14/2021 and a tour by Benchmark representatives on 12/10/2021.

Lancaster County Council

The Council is reviewing several second-reading ordinances, including the establishment of the Van Wyck Fire Protection District and a roundabout reimbursement agreement. The body will also discuss redistricting professional services and a community services deputy for the Sheriff's Office.

• Establishment of the Van Wyck Fire Protection District
• Rezoning of 1535 Jordan Street from Institutional to Medium Density Residential
• Special Source Revenue Credit for Bowers Fibers, Inc. related to $896,000 in equipment
• Agreement for partial reimbursement for a roundabout at Henry Harris Road and Shelly Mullis Road
• Easement grant to the City of Lancaster for the Lancaster Air Rail Park

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several residential subdivision plats and rezoning requests. The body will make recommendations to the County Council on these items, including a large townhome development and business zoning changes.

• SD-2021-1251: Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat for a 410-unit townhome development between Collins Road and Shelley Mullis Road
• SD-2021-0528: Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat for a single-family neighborhood on 47.47 acres
• DA-2021-0528: Development Agreement for a 92-lot single-family Cluster Subdivision Overlay District development
• RZ-2021-1921: Request to rezone 9.609 acres on Charlotte Highway from NB and LDR to RB District
• RZ-2021-2327: Request to rezone 2.07 acres at 327 Monroe Highway from LDR to GB District

The Lancaster County Planning Commission denied a rezoning request from Panhandle Partners for 9.6 acres on Charlotte Highway, voting 1-4 against changing from Neighborhood Business and Low Density Residential to Regional Business. The commission approved a major subdivision preliminary plat and development agreement for Arbor Construction's 92-lot cluster subdivision, and approved a rezoning for a 2.07-acre parcel on Monroe Highway. A request to defer a 410-unit townhome project to December was approved.

• Denied RZ-2021-1921 Panhandle Partners rezoning to Regional Business (1-4)
• Approved SD-2021-0528 Arbor Construction major subdivision preliminary plat (5-0)
• Approved DA-2021-0528 Arbor Construction development agreement (5-0)
• Approved RZ-2021-2327 Cox rezoning to General Business (5-0)
• Deferred SD-2021-1251 NVR/Ryan Homes townhome project to December 21, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved October 19 and November 4, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council Committee of the Whole will discuss amendments to the county noise ordinance and a proposed structure for the Comprehensive Plan rewrite. The body will also consider a funding request for a grant-supported Community Services Deputy position.

• Proposed amendments to the noise ordinance regarding prohibited acts and enforcement penalties
• Funding request for a Community Services Deputy position with a total cost of $294,162 over three years
• Proposed Stakeholder Committee and Focus Group framework for the Comprehensive Plan rewrite
• Review of the 2022 Calendar Meeting Schedule for Council and boards

The Lancaster County Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting with no formal votes on substantive items. They discussed proposed noise ordinance amendments, with Sheriff Faile opposing changes, and a Community Services Deputy position with partial private funding. The council also reviewed the Comprehensive Plan committee structure and the 2022 meeting calendar, with adoption scheduled for November 22. The meeting was procedural, with only agenda approval and adjournment motions passed.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Discussed noise ordinance amendments; no action taken
• Discussed Community Services Deputy funding; no action taken
• Discussed Comprehensive Plan committee structure; no action taken
• Reviewed 2022 calendar; no changes suggested
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Council will discuss the adoption of a redistricting plan for election districts and a resolution to allocate up to $372,400 for recreation bond project alternates. The meeting also includes several rezoning requests and economic development agreements.

• Resolution 1180-R2021: Funding up to $372,400 for alternates at Heath Springs Soccer Complex, Harrisburg Road Soccer Complex, and Indian Land Recreation Center
• Ordinance 2021-1784: Approval and adoption of a redistricting plan for County Council election districts
• Ordinance 2021-1770: Establishment of the Van Wyck Fire Protection District
• Public hearing for rezoning 1535 Jordan Street from INS to MDR and 9923 Southwinds Drive from MDR to MH
• Ordinance 2021-1787: Agreement for partial reimbursement for a roundabout at Henry Harris Road and Shelly Mullis Road

Lancaster County Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including funding for recreation bond project alternates, assistance for Kershaw tennis facilities, and a joint nurse practitioner agreement with the City of Lancaster. Council also approved a rezoning at 935 Winston Drive, while a rezoning request for 9923 Southwinds Drive failed. Multiple first readings were passed, including the Van Wyck Fire Protection District and Project Arrowhead incentives.

• Approved Resolution 1180-R2021 for recreation bond project alternates (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1182-R2021 for Kershaw tennis facility funding (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1183-R2021 for joint nurse practitioner services with City of Lancaster (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of rezoning at 935 Winston Drive from GB to MDR (6-0, Harper abstained)
• Failed 1st reading of rezoning at 9923 Southwinds Drive from MDR to MH (2-5)
• Approved 1st reading of Van Wyck Fire Protection District ordinance (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Project Arrowhead FILOT and SSRC ordinance (7-0)
• Approved appointments to Fire Commission, Library Board, and Workforce Development Board (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several residential development plats and rezoning applications. The body will also consider an amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance to establish regulations for 'Retreat' uses.

• UDO-TA-2021-2261: Proposed ordinance amendment to create and define 'Retreat' use regulations
• SD-2021-0528 & DA-2021-0528: 92-lot single-family subdivision on 47.47 acres at Pineview Drive
• SD-2021-1251: 410-unit townhome development on 96.75 acres between Collins Road and Shelley Mullis Road
• RZ-2021-1921: Rezone 9.609 acres on Charlotte Highway from NB and LDR to RB District
• RZ-2021-2327: Rezone 2.07 acres at 327 Monroe Highway from LDR to GB District

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop on November 4, 2021, discussing several applications but made no final decisions. Items included a UDO text amendment for a Retreat use, a major subdivision and development agreement by Arbor Construction, a deferred townhome project, and two rezoning requests. The commission will continue these discussions at future meetings.

• Deferred SD-2021-1251 (410-unit townhome development) until December 21, 2021
• Discussed UDO-TA-2021-2261 (Retreat use) with staff to follow up with applicant
• Discussed SD-2021-0528 (47.47-acre subdivision) with questions on CSO option
• Discussed DA-2021-0528 (92-lot development agreement) with no discussion
• Discussed RZ-2021-1921 (rezoning to RB) with concerns about cross access and small area plan
• Discussed RZ-2021-2327 (rezoning to GB) with staff recommending denial

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss continuing education materials. The agenda includes a placeholder for public hearing items, though none are specifically listed in the new business section.

• Approval of April 6, 2021 BZA Minutes
• Approval of August 3, 2021 BZA Minutes
• Distribution of continuing education materials

The Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals met on November 2, 2021, but took no substantive zoning actions. The board approved its agenda and minutes from prior meetings, received training on board duties, and requested staff follow-up on variance cases with Code Enforcement. No public hearing items were on the agenda.

• Approved agenda as amended, deferring minutes approval to later in meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 6, 2021 (4-0; Ingram abstained)
• Approved minutes from August 3, 2021 (4-0; Couch abstained)
• Requested staff liaison to follow up on variance cases with Code Enforcement

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hold third readings on ordinances to modify the Edgewater II Improvement District bond structure and to rezone 130 acres at 8918 Charlotte Highway for a 710-unit mixed-use development called 'The Exchange.' The council will also hold a public hearing on establishing the Van Wyck Fire Protection District and discuss funding for tennis courts in Kershaw, the airport capital improvement plan, and a violent crime task force grant. Several items are deferred or are routine approvals of minutes.

• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1764 to modify Edgewater II assessment roll and bonds ($9,229,000 Series 2007A, $19,651,000 Series 2007B) contingent on a finalized CAP agreement with True Homes, FLC, and SCDHEC
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1771 to rezone 130 acres at 8918 Charlotte Highway from LI to MX (Planning Commission recommended disapproval 1-4)
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1772 to approve master development plan for 'The Exchange' (710 units, 105,000 sq ft nonresidential)
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1773 to approve development agreement for 'The Exchange'
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1774 to rezone 0.36 acres at 935 Winston Drive from GB to MDR (staff recommended disapproval)

The council approved the third reading of Ordinance 2021-1764, authorizing modifications to the Edgewater II Improvement District assessment roll and bond restructuring, with a 5-2 vote. It also approved rezoning 130 acres at 8918 Charlotte Highway from LI to MX and the associated master development plan and development agreement for 'The Exchange' (710 residential units and 105,000 sq ft nonresidential), all by 7-0 votes. Additionally, the council approved a rezoning at 935 Winston Drive from GB to MDR (6-0, with one abstention), authorized $30,000 for Kershaw tennis courts (4-3), approved the updated Airport Capital Improvement Plan, and authorized acceptance of a Violent Crime Task Force grant. The council also authorized negotiations with Project Arrowhead after executive session.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-1764 (Edgewater II bond restructuring) as amended (5-2)
• Approved rezoning at 8918 Charlotte Highway from LI to MX (7-0)
• Approved Master Development Plan for The Exchange (7-0)
• Approved Development Agreement for The Exchange (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 935 Winston Drive from GB to MDR (6-0, Harper abstained)
• Approved $30,000 for Kershaw tennis courts (4-3)
• Approved updated Airport Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)
• Authorized acceptance of Violent Crime Task Force Grant (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several applications to amend the Unified Development Ordinance and requests to rezone properties for residential and mobile home use. The body will make recommendations to the County Council on these items.

• Application by His Perfect Love Ministries to increase maximum residents for Halfway Homes (UDO-TA-2021-2121)
• Application by Lancaster County to amend Highway Corridor Overlay District building placement and front setbacks (UDO-TA-2021-2251)
• Application by Adam Thomas to establish regulations for a 'Retreat' use (UDO-TA-2021-2261)
• Request to rezone 1535 Jordan Street from Institutional to Medium Density Residential (RZ-2021-1951)
• Request to rezone 1.5 acres at 9923 Southwinds Drive from Medium Density Residential to Mobile Home district (RZ-2021-2015)

The Lancaster County Planning Commission approved four of five public items, including a rezoning for a mobile home on Southwinds Drive despite concerns about spot-zoning. One item, a UDO amendment for a Retreat use, was deferred to November 16 at the applicant's request. All approved items will go to County Council for final consideration.

• Approved UDO amendment to increase halfway house residents from 6 to 10 (6-0)
• Approved UDO amendment to eliminate lesser setback option in Highway Corridor Overlay (6-0)
• Deferred UDO amendment for Retreat use to November 16, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1535 Jordan Street from INS to MDR (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 9923 Southwinds Drive from MDR to MH (4-2)

Lancaster County Council

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing an updated Airport Capital Improvement Plan and a proposed $1.5 million expansion of the Coroner's Office on South Main Street. Council is also discussing the use of $1 million in remaining bond funds and receiving updates on $19 million in recreation bond projects.

• Proposed $1.5 million expansion of the Coroner's Office on South Main Street
• Airport Capital Improvement Plan including a hangar project with $2 million construction cost in 2027
• Proposal to use $500,000 of remaining bond funds for a Public Services Center complex master plan
• Update on $19 million Recreation Bond, including projects at Harrisburg Road and Heath Springs
• Request for $368,300 in additional funding for recreation project alternates

The Lancaster County Council met as a Committee of the Whole and discussed several items but took no formal votes on substantive matters. They reviewed the updated Airport Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2023-2027, which will be brought to a future meeting for approval. They also discussed potential expansion of the Coroner's Office using ARPA funds, remaining bond funds for capital projects, and recreation bond project add alternates. The only votes were procedural: approving the agenda, entering and exiting executive session, and adjourning, all passed 7-0.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss contractual and litigation matters (7-0)
• Exited executive session with no votes or decisions made (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is holding a special meeting. The primary item for discussion is a personnel matter regarding a new County Administrator contract.

• Discussion of New County Administrator Contract

The Lancaster County Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved a contract of employment for the incoming County Administrator, Dennis Marstall, and authorized the Chair to execute it. Marstall's employment begins October 18, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved contract of employment for incoming County Administrator Dennis Marstall (5-0)
• Authorized Chair of County Council to execute the contract (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including funding for a new detention center and magistrates court, a proposed fire protection district for Van Wyck, and multiple rezoning requests. The agenda also includes discussion on potential uses of American Rescue Plan funds and a request to withdraw a text amendment on outdoor shooting ranges.

• Resolution 1176-R2021 to reimburse up to $48M in tax-exempt debt for new Detention Center and Magistrates Court
• Resolution 1177-R2021 to reschedule public hearing on establishing Van Wyck Fire Protection District
• Ordinance 2021-1765: Rezone 0.46 acres at 2239 McIlwain Road from GB to MDR
• Ordinance 2021-1771/1772/1773: Rezone 130 acres at 8918 Charlotte Highway to MX and approve 'The Exchange' development (710 units, 105,000 sq ft nonresidential)
• Ordinance 2021-1774: Rezone 0.36 acres at 935 Winston Drive from GB to MDR

The council approved the second reading of ordinances rezoning 130 acres at 8918 Charlotte Highway from light industrial to mixed use and approving the master development plan and development agreement for 'The Exchange', a 710-unit townhome/apartment and 105,000 sq ft nonresidential project. The development agreement was amended to include a $750 school fee, a $400,000 traffic impact fee, a 50-foot setback on Highway 521, and a right-of-way dedication for a future connector road. The council also approved a resolution expressing intent to include a USC-Lancaster baseball field at the Regional Sports Complex, and deferred several items, including the rezoning of property on Yarborough Road to December. Two rezoning requests were denied: one for 23.769 acres on Tillman Steen Road and one to remove land from the Bonterra Builders development agreement, both failing 0-7.

• Approved 2nd reading of rezoning 130 acres at 8918 Charlotte Highway from LI to MX (Ordinance 2021-1771) 7-0.
• Approved 2nd reading of the Master Development Plan for 'The Exchange' (Ordinance 2021-1772) 7-0.
• Approved 2nd reading of the Development Agreement for 'The Exchange' as amended (Ordinance 2021-1773) 7-0.
• Approved Resolution 1178-R2021 expressing intent to include a USC-L baseball field at the Regional Sports Complex, as amended 7-0.
• Denied 1st reading of rezoning 23.769 acres on Tillman Steen Road from LDR to MDR (Ordinance 2021-1776) 0-7.
• Denied 1st reading of the First Amendment to the Bonterra Builders development agreement (Ordinance 2021-1777) 0-7.
• Deferred 3rd reading of the Edgewater II assessment roll amendment (Ordinance 2021-1764) to October 25, 2021.
• Deferred the public hearing and 1st reading of the Yarborough Road rezoning (Ordinance 2021-1775) to the December meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss several amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance, including resident limits for halfway homes and building setbacks for highway corridors. The body will also consider rezoning requests for residential and mobile home uses.

• UDO-TA-2021-2121: Proposal to increase halfway home residents from 6 to 10 and bedroom occupancy from 1 to 2
• UDO-TA-2021-2261: Proposal to create a 'Retreat' use for properties of at least 20 acres
• RZ-2021-1951: Request to rezone 1535 Jordan Street from Institutional to Medium Density Residential
• RZ-2021-2015: Request to rezone 1.5 acres at 9923 Southwinds Drive from Medium Density Residential to Mobile Home district
• UDO-TA-2021-2251: Proposal to remove language allowing 25-foot front setbacks in the Highway Corridor Overlay District

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on October 7, 2021, to discuss six items, including three UDO text amendments, a preliminary plat amendment, and two rezoning requests. No formal votes or decisions were made during the workshop; the items were presented by staff and discussed by the commission. The meeting was adjourned at 5:35 p.m.

• No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a workshop for discussion only.
• Discussed UDO-TA-2021-2121 by His Perfect Love Ministries to increase the maximum number of residents for Halfway Homes.
• Discussed UDO-TA-2021-2251 by Lancaster County to amend the Highway Corridor Overlay, removing the minimum 25' setback requirement.
• Discussed UDO-TA-2021-2261 by Adam Thomas to create a new 'Retreat' use; staff suggested referring it to the UDO contractor for refinement.
• Discussed SD-2019-0803 by Taylor Morrison to amend the Preliminary Plat for The Preserve at Barber Rock, reducing acreage for a pending sale.
• Discussed RZ-2021-1951 by Noel Andrade to rezone 1535 Jordan Street from INS to MDR.
• Discussed RZ-2021-2015 by Edgar Granados to rezone a lot at 9923 Southwinds Drive from MDR to MH; commissioners requested more information.
• Noted that DR Horton applications have been withdrawn for the time being.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and distribute continuing education materials. The agenda contains no new public hearings or zoning decisions for this session.

• Approval of April 6, 2021 BZA Minutes
• Approval of August 3, 2021 BZA Minutes
• Distribution of continuing education materials

The Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals held a regular meeting on October 5, 2021, but no minutes are available for this meeting. As a result, no decisions, approvals, or other actions can be reported.

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is meeting to consider several items, including rezoning and development agreements for a large mixed-use project, a special tax district assessment, and a subrecipient agreement for ARPA funds. The council will also hold public hearings on the rezoning and development plans for 'The Exchange' at 8918 Charlotte Highway, and will discuss appointments and other administrative matters.

• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1771 to rezone 130 acres at 8918 Charlotte Highway from LI to MX (Planning Commission recommended disapproval 1-4)
• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1772 to approve a master development plan for 'The Exchange' (710 units, 105,000 sq ft nonresidential) at 8918 Charlotte Highway
• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1773 to approve a development agreement for 'The Exchange' at 8918 Charlotte Highway
• Resolution 1174-R2021 to impose a $225 per lot assessment in the Brookchase Special Tax District
• Resolution 1175-R2021 to authorize a subrecipient agreement with the United Way for American Rescue Plan Act funding

The council approved the 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1764, amending the Edgewater II Improvement District assessment roll and bond documents, by a 6-1 vote. It also approved the 2nd reading of a rezoning at 2239 McIlwain Road from GB to MDR (6-0, with one recusal). The council passed 1st readings for three ordinances related to The Exchange project (rezoning, master development plan, and development agreement) unanimously. Several resolutions and appointments were approved, and the council went into executive session twice but took no votes or decisions there.

• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1764 (Edgewater II bond amendments) (6-1)
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1765 (rezoning 2239 McIlwain Road to MDR) (6-0, Blackmon recused)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1771 (rezoning 8918 Charlotte Highway to MX) (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1772 (Master Development Plan for The Exchange) (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1773 (Development Agreement for The Exchange) (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1174-R2021 ($225 per lot assessment in Brookchase Special Tax District) (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1175-R2021 (Subrecipient Agreement with United Way for ARPA funds) (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Jamie Gilbert to Workforce Development Board (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several rezoning applications and a development agreement for a 283-lot subdivision. The body will also consider an amendment to an existing development agreement to decrease acreage.

• RZ-2021-0847 and DA-2021-0847: Proposed 283-lot subdivision on 140.39 acres at Old Bailes Road and Possum Hollow Road
• RZ-2021-1679: Rezoning 4.79 acres at 9596 & 9495 Yarborough Road from Low Density Residential to Light Industrial
• RZ-2021-1361: Rezoning 23.77 acres along Tillman Steen Road from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential
• RZ-2021-1796: Rezoning 0.36 acre parcel at 935 Winston Drive from General Business to Medium Density Residential
• DA-2019-0803: Request by Taylor Morrison to decrease development acreage from 35.10 to 34.08 acres

The Lancaster County Planning Commission approved a rezoning request (RZ-2021-1796) for a 0.36-acre parcel at 935 Winston Drive from General Business to Medium Density Residential, with a 4-1 vote. The commission denied a separate request (RZ-2021-1679) to rezone two parcels on Yarborough Road from Low Density Residential to Light Industrial, voting 2-3. Two DR Horton items were deferred to the October meeting at the applicant's request.

• Approved RZ-2021-1796 Strickland: rezoning 935 Winston Drive from GB to MDR (4-1)
• Denied RZ-2021-1679 Ranshaw: rezoning Yarborough Road parcels from LDR to LI (2-3)
• Deferred RZ-2021-0847 DR Horton to October 19, 2021 meeting
• Deferred DA-2021-0847 DR Horton to October 19, 2021 meeting
• Approved RZ-2021-1361 McCarthy Development: rezoning 23.77 acres on Tillman Steen Road from LDR to MDR (4-1)
• Approved DA-2019-0803 Taylor Morrison: amended development agreement reducing acreage from 35.10 to 34.08 acres (5-0)
• Approved August 17, 2021 regular meeting minutes (4-0, Levine abstained)
• Approved September 2, 2021 workshop minutes (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council Committee of the Whole will review an assessment of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and discuss growth-related utility challenges. The meeting also includes discussions on a development agreement for The Exchange and a potential hospitality tax bond.

• Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Assessment by White & Smith
• Lancaster County Water and Sewer District growth-related utility challenges
• Proposed Development Agreement for The Exchange
• Potential Hospitality Tax Bond for Regional Sports Complex
• Discussion of Noise Ordinance

The Committee of the Whole meeting was informational, with no formal votes on substantive items. Council heard presentations on growth-related utility challenges, a recommended two-year rewrite of the Unified Development Ordinance, a proposed development agreement for The Exchange, and a potential hospitality tax bond for a regional sports complex. They also discussed a noise ordinance update, requesting a draft for later review. The only votes were to approve the agenda and adjourn, both passing 6-0.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0).
• Discussed LCWSD growth-related utility challenges.
• Heard recommendation for a two-year UDO rewrite.
• Discussed proposed development agreement for The Exchange.
• Discussed potential hospitality tax bond for sports complex.
• Requested draft noise ordinance for later review.
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0).

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council is meeting to vote on several rezoning requests and the issuance of special obligation bonds for fire equipment. The body will also consider a new school development impact fee for residential projects in the Panhandle service area.

• Issuance and sale of up to $7,250,000 in Special Obligation Bonds for fire apparatus
• Adoption of a School Development Impact Fee for new residential development in the Panhandle service area
• Rezoning of 13.25 acres at 2329 and 2347 Charlotte Highway from LDR and PB to GB
• Rezoning of 7.06 acres at 8921 & unaddressed Kershaw Camden Highway from AR to LI
• Establishment of the Generating Opportunities for Land Development (GOLD) Program

The council approved several items, including hiring Dennis Marstall as County Administrator and supporting a $334,213 homeless program proposal. It also deferred the 2nd reading of an ordinance related to the Edgewater II Improvement District to obtain more information. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Hired Dennis Marstall as County Administrator (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1173-R2021 establishing the GOLD Program (7-0)
• Approved 1st Reading of Ordinance 2021-1766 for Cherry Tree/Basware Special Source Revenue Credit (7-0)
• Deferred 2nd Reading of Ordinance 2021-1764 (Edgewater II) to next meeting (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1165-R2021 for Edgewater II assessment roll (6-1, Blackmon nay)
• Approved 3rd Reading of Ordinance 2021-1761 School Development Impact Fee (7-0)
• Approved 3rd Reading of Ordinance 2021-1762 Open Carry With Training Act guidance (7-0)
• Supported LACH homeless program proposal at $334,213 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss a public review draft for the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) assessment. The body will also consider several rezoning applications and a development agreement amendment.

• UDO Assessment presentation by White & Smith Planning and Law Group
• RZ-2021-1796: 0.36 acre parcel at 935 Winston Drive from General Business to Medium Density Residential
• RZ-2021-1679: 4.79 acres at 9596 & 9495 Yarborough Road from Low Density Residential to Light Industrial
• RZ-2021-0847 & DA-2021-0847: 140.39 acres at Old Bailes Road and Possum Hollow Road for a 293 lot subdivision
• RZ-2021-1361: 23.77 acres on Tillman Steen Road from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on September 2, 2021, to review the UDO Assessment and discuss several rezoning applications. No formal votes were taken; the items were presented for discussion and will be considered at future meetings. The UDO Assessment will be presented to County Council Committee of the Whole on September 15, 2021.

• Reviewed UDO Assessment; no action taken, to be presented to County Council Committee of the Whole on September 15, 2021
• Discussed RZ-2021-1791 Strickland (rezoning to MDR); staff recommends denial, no vote taken
• Discussed RZ-2021-1679 Ranshaw (rezoning to Light Industrial); staff recommends approval, no vote taken
• Discussed RZ-2021-0847 DR Horton (rezoning to MDR Cluster); staff recommends denial, no vote taken
• Discussed DA-2021-0847 DR Horton (development agreement); no vote taken
• Discussed RZ-2021-1361 McCarthy Development (rezoning to MDR); staff recommends approval, no vote taken
• Discussed DA-2019-0803 Taylor Morrison (amendment to decrease acreage); staff recommends approval, no vote taken

Lancaster County Council

The Council is holding a special meeting to conduct an executive session. The primary purpose of this session is to discuss personnel matters regarding administrator interviews.

• Executive session for administrator interviews (SC Code 30-4-70(a)(1))

The Lancaster County Council held a special meeting on September 1, 2021, primarily to discuss personnel matters related to administrator interviews. The council unanimously approved the agenda, entered executive session, and returned to open session without making any motions or votes. The meeting adjourned with no substantive decisions made.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Entered executive session for administrator interviews (7-0)
• Returned to open session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Council is holding a special meeting to conduct an executive session. The primary purpose of this session is to discuss personnel matters regarding administrator interviews.

• Executive session for administrator interviews per SC Code 30-4-70(a)(1)

The Lancaster County Council met in special session and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss a personnel matter — county administrator interviews — under SC Code 30-4-70(a)(1). No motions or votes were taken during the executive session. The council returned to open session and adjourned without taking any public action.

• Approved the meeting agenda 7-0.
• Approved entering executive session 7-0 to discuss administrator interviews.
• Approved returning to open session 7-0 after the executive session.
• Adjourned the special meeting 7-0 with no further business.

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council is meeting to vote on several rezoning requests and ordinances. Key items include the issuance of special obligation bonds for fire equipment and the establishment of a school development impact fee for new residential growth.

• Proposed issuance and sale of up to $7,250,000 in Special Obligation Bonds for fire apparatus
• Ordinance to establish a School Development Impact Fee for new residential development in the Panhandle Service Area
• Rezoning of 13.25 acres at 2329 and 2347 Charlotte Highway from LDR and PB to GB
• Rezoning of 7.06 acres at 8921 & Unaddressed Kershaw Camden Highway from AR to LI
• Resolution to request the General Assembly allow counties to increase the millage cap

The council approved the 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1761, establishing a school development impact fee on new residential development in the Lancaster County School Panhandle service area, with an effective date of January 1, 2022. The council also approved several other items, including rezoning requests, a resolution requesting the state to allow counties to increase the millage cap, and the issuance of up to $7.25 million in bonds for fire apparatus. All votes were 7-0 unless noted.

• Approved 2nd reading of school impact fee ordinance with effective date Jan 1, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Edgewater II assessment roll amendments (7-0)
• Approved resolution requesting state to allow millage cap increase (7-0)
• Approved resolution funding design professional for Harrisburg Station schematics (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of open carry guidance ordinance (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of $7.25M special obligation bonds for fire apparatus (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of abandoned vehicle ordinance (6-1, Mosteller nay)
• Approved 2nd reading of rezoning at 2329/2347 Charlotte Highway to GB (6-0, Blackmon abstained)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering several development applications, including a large mixed-use project and an apartment complex. The body will make recommendations to the County Council on rezoning requests and development agreements.

• The Exchange: Proposed rezoning of 130 acres at 8918 Charlotte Highway from Light Industrial to Mixed Use
• The Exchange: Proposed 720-unit townhome/multifamily and 70,000 square foot nonresidential development
• Redwood: Major Preliminary Plat for 155 apartment units at 10962 Harrisburg Road
• Mark Bridges: Proposed rezoning of 0.46 acres from GB to MDR
• Development Agreement for The Exchange at 8918 Charlotte Highway

The Lancaster County Planning Commission denied a rezoning request (RZ-2021-0664) for The Exchange, a proposed 130-acre mixed-use development at 8918 Charlotte Highway, by a 1-4 vote. The commission also denied the associated development agreement (DA-2021-0664) by 1-4 and the master development plan (MX-2021-0664) failed for lack of a motion. The items will go to County Council for final consideration. Separately, the commission approved a 155-unit apartment preliminary plat (SD-2020-2650) and a small rezoning (RZ-2021-1666) unanimously.

• Denied rezoning RZ-2021-0664 for The Exchange (1-4)
• Denied development agreement DA-2021-0664 for The Exchange (1-4)
• Denied master plan MX-2021-0664 for The Exchange (no motion)
• Approved preliminary plat SD-2020-2650 for Redwood apartments (5-0)
• Approved rezoning RZ-2021-1666 from GB to MDR (5-0)
• Approved July 20, 2021 minutes (4-0, Hinson abstaining)
• Approved August 5, 2021 workshop minutes (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council is meeting to discuss several rezoning requests, a new school development impact fee, and the issuance of bonds for fire equipment. The body will also review updates to derelict vehicle ordinances and a sewer easement grant.

• Proposed $7,250,000 Special Obligation Bonds for fire apparatus
• Proposed $650,000 General Obligation Bond for Reid Pointe Special Tax District
• Proposed School Development Impact Fee for new residential development in the Panhandle Service Area
• Rezoning of 32.5 acres on Charlotte Highway from LDR and PB to GB (recommended disapproval)
• Rezoning of 13.25 acres at 2329 and 2347 Charlotte Highway from LDR and PB to GB

The Lancaster County Council approved the first reading of a school development impact fee ordinance for the Panhandle service area, with the full fee amount included. The council also approved first readings for bonds to fund fire apparatus and an open carry guidance ordinance, and passed several rezoning requests. All votes were unanimous except for a 6-1 vote on the derelict vehicles ordinance.

• Approved 1st reading of school impact fee ordinance (7-0)
• Approved $7.25M special obligation bonds for fire apparatus (7-0)
• Approved $650K bond anticipation note for Reid Pointe Special Tax District (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of open carry guidance ordinance (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of derelict vehicles ordinance (6-1, Mosteller nay)
• Approved 2nd reading of sewer easement grant to water district (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of rezoning at Fort Mill Highway and Kohut Drive (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of rezoning at 9839 Kohut Drive (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a rezoning, master development plan, and development agreement for 'The Exchange,' a mixed-use project. The body will also review a preliminary plat for a 155-unit apartment complex and a small residential rezoning request.

• RZ-2021-0664: Rezoning 130 acres at 8918 Charlotte Highway from Light Industrial to Mixed Use
• MX-2021-0664: Proposed 720-unit townhome/apartment and 70,000 sq ft nonresidential development
• DA-2021-0664: Development Agreement for The Exchange project
• SD-2020-2650: Preliminary plat for 155 apartments at 10962 Harrisburg Road
• RZ-2021-1666: Rezoning of 0.46 acres from GB to MDR for Mark Bridges

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop on August 5, 2021, and discussed several items but took no formal votes. The main item was The Exchange, a proposal by Crosland Southeast to rezone about 130 acres at 8918 Charlotte Highway from Light Industrial to Mixed Use, along with a master plan for 720 units and 70,000 sq ft of nonresidential space, and a development agreement. Other items discussed included a preliminary plat for 155 apartments at Redwood, a small rezoning by Mark Bridges, and the September workshop agenda. The meeting was procedural, with no decisions made.

• No formal votes taken; all items were discussion only
• Discussed The Exchange rezoning, master plan, and development agreement
• Discussed Redwood preliminary plat for 155 apartments
• Discussed Mark Bridges rezoning from GB to MDR
• Set September workshop agenda with UDO update and Asbury Lane project

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings for two variance applications regarding property setbacks. The board will also elect officers for the 2021-2022 term.

• VAR-2021-1623: Variance request for a porch/pergola at 3068 Arches Bluff Circle
• VAR-2021-1624: Variance request for property at 0 Cedar Pines Lake Road
• Withdrawal of VAR-2021-0490 regarding Chick-Fil-A
• Election of Officers 2021-2022

The Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals denied two variance requests. The first, for a patio cover at 3068 Arches Bluff Circle, was denied unanimously after the board found it met none of the required criteria. The second, for a mobile home at 0 Cedar Pines Lake Road, was also denied unanimously. The board also elected Frances Liu as Chair and Beverly Williams as Vice-Chair for 2021-22.

• Denied variance VAR-2021-1623 for patio cover at 3068 Arches Bluff Circle (0-5)
• Denied variance VAR-2021-1624 for mobile home at 0 Cedar Pines Lake Road (0-5)
• Elected Frances Liu as Board Chair for 2021-22 (5-0)
• Elected Beverly Williams as Vice-Chair for 2021-22 (5-0)
• Approved agenda with amendment to move officer elections to end (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is discussing a proposal to upgrade a culvert on Henry Harris Road to prevent roadway over-topping during floods. The body is also considering an ordinance to update rules regarding the disposition of derelict or abandoned vehicles.

• Proposed $325,500 Stormwater Fee fund allocation for a 42-foot bottomless culvert on Henry Harris Road
• Ordinance 2021-1720 to update the 'Motor Vehicles And Traffic' code regarding derelict vehicle disposal
• Discussion of potential uses for ARP funding
• Discussion of potential uses for excess CPST 2 funds

The Lancaster County Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting with no formal votes on substantive items. They discussed a potential culvert upgrade on Henry Harris Road, an ordinance regarding derelict vehicles, potential uses for American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding, and uses for excess Capital Project Sales Tax (CPST) #2 funds. The only formal action was approving the agenda and adjourning, both by 5-0 votes.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)
• Discussed potential culvert upgrade on Henry Harris Road; proposal to return as a Resolution
• Discussed Ordinance 2021-1720 on derelict vehicles; no action taken
• Discussed potential uses for ARP funding; staff to develop a project identification process
• Discussed potential uses for excess CPST #2 funds; no action taken

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review applications to rezone and amend land use for Williams Fabrication to allow a building addition. The body will also consider a preliminary plat amendment for Edgewater Corporate Park and a comprehensive plan extension.

• RZ-2021-1233: Request to rezone 7.06 acres at 8921 and Unaddressed Kershaw Camden Highway from Agricultural Residential to Light Industrial
• CP-2021-1233: Request to change land use designation for 7.06 acres at Kershaw Camden Highway to Special District – Industrial
• SD-2021-0747: Application by 1415 LLC to amend the Preliminary Plat for Edgewater Corporate Park
• Southern Panhandle Small Area Plan Extension comprehensive plan amendment
• Election of Officers for 2021-2022

The Lancaster County Planning Commission unanimously approved a rezoning of two parcels totaling about 7.06 acres on Kershaw Camden Highway from Agricultural Residential to Light Industrial, and a corresponding future land use change from Rural Living to Special District – Industrial, for the Williams Fabrication business. Both items will go to County Council for final consideration. The Commission also approved a preliminary plat amendment for Edgewater Corporate Park and the Southern Panhandle Small Area Plan Extension, which will also go to Council.

• Approved RZ-2021-1233 (Williams): Rezone two parcels (approx. 7.06 acres) on Kershaw Camden Highway from Agricultural Residential to Light Industrial, 5-0.
• Approved CP-2021-1233 (Williams): Amend future land use designation from Rural Living to Special District – Industrial for the same parcels, 5-0.
• Approved SD-2021-0747 (1415 LLC): Amend preliminary plat for Edgewater Corporate Park, 5-0.
• Approved Southern Panhandle Small Area Plan Extension, 5-0.
• Elected Charles Deese as Chair and James Barnett as Vice-Chair for 2021-22, both 5-0.
• Approved agenda and minutes from June 3, June 15, and July 1 meetings.

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings and votes on several ordinances, including final approval of development impact fees for parks, fire, EMS, and sheriff services in the Panhandle region, and a rezoning and master plan for a 216-unit workforce housing development. The council will also consider multiple rezoning requests and appointments to boards.

• Final reading of ordinances adopting parks, fire, EMS, and sheriff development impact fees for the Greater Panhandle Region
• Public hearing and first reading for rezoning 33.10 acres at 9425 Charlotte Highway from GB to MX (Pedcor Investments) and approval of a 216-unit workforce housing development (Hawthorn Apartments)
• Public hearing and first reading for rezoning 5.24 acres at 10925 Pettus Farm Road from LDR to MDR
• Public hearing and first reading for rezoning 10 acres at 2417 Lynwood Drive from LDR to INS (denied by Planning Commission)
• Approval of appointments to Fire Commission, Library Board, Recreation Advisory Committee, and Historical Commission

Lancaster County Council voted 2-4 to reject the first readings of three ordinances related to a proposed 216-unit workforce housing project at 9425 Charlotte Highway: the rezoning from GB to MX (Ordinance 2021-1750), the master development plan (Ordinance 2021-1751), and the development agreement (Ordinance 2021-1752). The council also approved the third readings of ordinances adopting development impact fees for parks and recreation, fire, EMS, and sheriff services, each as amended, with the fire, EMS, and sheriff fees passing 5-1. Additionally, the council approved the Capital Improvements Plan 2021-2031 as amended, and approved several rezoning requests and appointments to boards and commissions.

• Rejected 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1750 (rezoning 9425 Charlotte Highway from GB to MX) 2-4.
• Rejected 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1751 (master development plan for Hawthorn Apartments) 2-4.
• Rejected 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1752 (development agreement with Pedcor Investments) 2-4.
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1726 (Capital Improvements Plan 2021-2031) as amended 6-0.
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1725 (Parks & Recreation impact fee) as amended 6-0.
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1722 (Fire impact fee) as amended 5-1.
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1723 (EMS impact fee) as amended 5-1.
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1724 (Sheriff impact fee) as amended 5-1.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a rezoning request for Williams Fabrication and an amendment to the Edgewater Corporate Park preliminary plat. The body will also address the Southern Panhandle Small Area Plan Extension.

• RZ-2021-1233: Request to rezone 7.06 acres at 8921 and Unaddressed Kershaw Camden Highway from Agricultural Residential (AR) to Light Industrial (LI)
• CP-2021-1233: Request to change future land use for 7.06 acres at Kershaw Camden Highway from Rural Living to Special District – Industrial
• SD-2021-0747: Application by 1415 LLC to amend the Preliminary Plat for Edgewater Corporate Park regarding setback requirements for parcel 0008-00-026.03
• Southern Panhandle Small Area Plan Extension

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on July 1, 2021, discussing several items but taking no formal votes. They reviewed a rezoning and future land use amendment for Williams Fabrication, a draft extension of the Southern Panhandle Small Area Plan, and a preliminary plat amendment for Edgewater Corporate Park. No decisions were made; the items were only discussed.

• No formal decisions were made at the workshop meeting.
• Discussed RZ-2021-1233, a rezoning request for Williams Fabrication from Agricultural Residential to Light Industrial.
• Discussed CP-2021-1233, a future land use amendment for Williams Fabrication from Rural Living to Special District-Industrial.
• Reviewed maps for the Southern Panhandle Small Area Plan Extension.
• Discussed SD-2021-747, a preliminary plat amendment for Edgewater Corporate Park by 1415 LLC.
• Noted that election of officers will be on the July 20, 2021 agenda.

Lancaster County Council

The Council is reviewing the 2021-2022 budget and the 2021-2031 Capital Improvement Plan. Members are also discussing the establishment of several development impact fees for parks, fire, EMS, and sheriff services in the Greater Panhandle Region.

• 3rd reading of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget Ordinance
• Proposed development impact fees for Parks & Recreation, Fire, EMS, and Sheriff services
• Resolution 1157-R2021 to establish the Van Wyck Fire Protection District
• Rezoning of one acre on Steel Hill Road from RN to INS for Trinity Baptist Church
• Rezoning of 5.3 acres at Edgewater Corporate Parkway and Possum Hollow Road from MX to RB

The council approved the FY 2021-22 budget on third reading (6-1) and approved second readings of fire, EMS, and sheriff development impact fee ordinances (each 5-2) after amendments. It also approved resolutions to establish a Van Wyck Fire Protection District, provide premium pay to certain employees, and amend the county calendar. The capital improvement plan and parks impact fee were deferred to July 19.

• Approved FY 2021-22 budget ordinance (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 1157-R2021 establishing Van Wyck Fire Protection District (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1158-R2021 for premium pay (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 1159-R2021 amending county calendar (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of Fire Development Impact Fee ordinance (5-2)
• Approved 2nd reading of EMS Development Impact Fee ordinance (5-2)
• Approved 2nd reading of Sheriff Development Impact Fee ordinance (5-2)
• Deferred Capital Improvement Plan and Parks Impact Fee to July 19 (7-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a development agreement for a 216-unit apartment complex and two office buildings. Council will also consider an ordinance amending the Unified Development Ordinance regarding outdoor shooting ranges and turkey shoots.

• Development Agreement for Pedcor Investments: proposed 216-unit apartment development and two office buildings (28,800 sf) at 9425 Charlotte Highway
• Ordinance 2021-1728: Amending the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) for Outdoor Shooting Ranges and Turkey Shoots
• Update on the Keep Lancaster County Beautiful Board goals and highlights

The Lancaster County Council Committee of the Whole met and discussed two main items: a proposed development agreement for Pedcor Investments' Hawthorn Hills Apartment Homes project, and Ordinance 2021-1728 regarding outdoor shooting ranges and turkey shoots. No formal votes were taken on these items; the council heard presentations and staff recommendations, and asked for feedback to guide next steps. The council also agreed to hold future Committee of the Whole meetings on the Wednesday after the first Council meeting at 4:00 p.m.

• Approved the agenda 5-0.
• Discussed the Pedcor development agreement (DA-20202973) with no formal action.
• Discussed Ordinance 2021-1728 on outdoor shooting ranges and turkey shoots with no formal action.
• Agreed to hold future Committee of the Whole meetings on the Wednesday after the first Council meeting at 4:00 p.m.
• Adjourned the meeting 5-0.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a school district impact fee study and several land-use applications. The body will consider rezoning requests for residential and business uses and a conditional use permit for maintenance and repair. Most items are recommendations for the County Council.

• Lancaster County School District Impact Fee Study
• SD-2020-1750: Preliminary plat for 281 single-family lots at Van Wyck and Griffin Roads
• RZ-2021-0942: Rezoning 32.5 acres on Charlotte Highway to General Business
• RZ-2021-0687: Rezoning 13.25 acres on Charlotte Highway to expand Space Saver Storage
• CU-2021-1167: Conditional use permit for minor maintenance and repair at Charlotte Hwy and Shelley Mullis Road

The Lancaster County Planning Commission approved the Lancaster County School District impact fees at 60% of the requested maximum, setting fees at $5,220 per multi-family unit and $4,921 per single-family unit. The item will be forwarded to County Council for final consideration. The commission also denied a rezoning request for a venue on Lynwood Drive, approved several other rezoning requests, and conditionally approved a major preliminary plat for a 281-lot subdivision.

• Approved LCSD impact fees at 60% of requested maximum ($5,220 multi-family, $4,921 single-family) by 5-0 vote.
• Denied RZ 2021-0881 to rezone 10 acres on Lynwood Drive from LDR to Institutional by 2-3 vote.
• Approved RZ 2021-0959 to rezone 1.8 acres near Pageland Highway and Rocky River Road from RR to RUB by 5-0 vote.
• Approved RZ 2021-0961 to rezone 0.789 acres at Fort Mill Highway and Kohut Drive from NB to GB by 5-0 vote.
• Approved RZ 2021-0962 to rezone 1 acre at 9839 Kohut Drive from MDR to GB by 4-1 vote.
• Approved RZ 2021-0917 to rezone 1.67 acres at 589 Monroe Highway from INS to LDR by 5-0 vote.
• Approved CU-2021-1167 for a Jiffy Lube conditional use permit near Charlotte Highway and Shelley Mullis Road by 5-0 vote.
• Approved SD-2020-1750 preliminary plat for 281 single-family lots at Van Wyck and Griffin Roads by 5-0 vote.

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hold public hearings and take votes on the FY2021-22 budget, several rezoning requests, a 352-unit apartment development, and other ordinances. The agenda also includes appointments to boards and a discussion of premium pay for select employees. Several items are deferred to later meetings, including impact fees and a capital improvement plan.

• Public hearing and 2nd reading of FY2021-22 budget (Ordinance 2021-1741)
• 3rd reading of rezoning at 923 Hamstead Circle from MDR to GB (Ordinance 2021-1735)
• 3rd reading of rezoning at 182 Patterson Lane from NB to MX (Ordinance 2021-1737)
• 3rd reading of master development plan for 352-unit apartment development at Patterson Lane and Harrisburg Road (Ordinance 2021-1738)
• Public hearing and 1st reading of rezoning at Edgewater Corporate Parkway and Possum Hollow Road from MX to RB (Ordinance 2021-1745)

The Lancaster County Council approved the FY2021-22 budget on second reading, adding positions for litter pickup, an EMS custodian, a fire inspector, and a fleet mechanic, and aligning Sheriff and School Resource Officer budgets with contracts. The Council also approved the purchase of three fire apparatus (aerial platform trucks for Indian Land, Pleasant Valley, and the City of Lancaster) and a Mobile Command Post capped at $750,000, via a special obligation bond. Several rezoning ordinances and a conditional use permit for a car dealership were approved, and the Council authorized a grant application for the Air Rail Park site.

• Approved FY2021-22 budget on 2nd reading (5-1), with added positions and contract alignments
• Approved fire apparatus purchase resolution (5-1), amended to include three aerial trucks and Mobile Command Post (cost cap $750,000)
• Approved conditional use permit for car dealership at 1449 Memorial Park Road (4-0, two recusals)
• Approved rezoning for Trinity Baptist Church to Institutional (6-0, 1st reading)
• Approved rezoning for 1415, LLC from MX to RB (6-0, 1st reading)
• Approved UDO amendment for off-street parking requirements (6-0, 1st reading)
• Approved grant application for 2021 Site Enhancement Program for Air Rail Park (6-0)
• Approved appointments to various boards and commissions (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a school district impact fee study and several land-use applications. The body will consider multiple rezoning requests and one conditional use permit for automotive repair.

• Lancaster County School District Impact Fee Study
• RZ-2021-0881: 10.0-acre request to rezone from LDR to Institutional for an event venue
• SD-2020-1750: Major preliminary plat for 281 single-family detached lots on 152.40 acres at Van Wyck and Griffin Roads
• CU-2021-1167: Conditional use permit for Jiffy Lube minor maintenance and repair at Charlotte Hwy and Shelley Mullis Road
• RZ-2021-0687: 13.25 acres at 2329 & 2347 Charlotte Highway to be rezoned to General Business for Space Saver Storage

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on June 3, 2021, discussing multiple rezoning applications, a conditional use permit, and a major subdivision plat. No formal votes were taken; the commission reached general agreement on a compromise for school district impact fees, suggesting 60% of the requested figure with a 3-year re-evaluation. Several rezoning requests were discussed, with concerns raised about potential impacts on neighborhoods and appropriate land use designations.

• Reached general agreement on impact fee compromise at 60% of requested figure, with 3-year re-evaluation (no formal vote)
• Discussed rezoning at 2417 Lynwood Drive (RZ-2021-0881) with staff suggesting text amendment over rezoning
• Discussed rezoning near Pageland Hwy and Rocky River Rd (RZ-2021-0959) as part of acreage swap
• Discussed two rezoning requests by Melinda Hoopaugh (RZ-2021-0961, RZ-2021-0962) with concerns about neighborhood impact
• Discussed rezoning at 585 Monroe Hwy (RZ-2021-0917) to remedy 2016 mass rezoning
• Discussed conditional use permit for Jiffy Lube (CU-2021-1167) with clarification on access
• Discussed major preliminary plat for 281 lots (SD-2020-1750) with concerns about unresolved review comments
• Discussed rezoning for Space Saver Storage expansion (RZ-2021-0687) with no questions

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and votes. Key items include first reading of the FY 2021-2022 budget, second readings for rezoning and a 352-unit apartment development, and authorization of up to $4.1 million in bonds for the Walnut Creek Improvement District. The council will also hold an executive session on an economic development project.

• 1st reading of FY 2021-2022 budget ordinance (sets millage and fees)
• 2nd reading: Rezone 923 Hamstead Circle from MDR to GB
• 2nd reading: Rezone 182 Patterson Lane from NB to MX and approve 352-unit apartment development
• Public hearing and 2nd reading: $4.1M Walnut Creek Improvement District bonds
• Executive session: Economic development discussion (Project Zeppelin)

Lancaster County Council approved the first reading of the FY 2021-2022 budget, amended to remove the Infrastructure Inspector position and adjust several other positions. The council also approved second readings for a rezoning, a 352-unit apartment development, and a development agreement with Arlington Properties, as well as a bond ordinance for the Walnut Creek Improvement District. All votes were 6-0 except the bond ordinance, which passed 5-1.

• Approved 1st reading of FY2021-22 budget as amended (6-0)
• Removed Infrastructure Inspector position from budget (4-2)
• Removed Fleet Mechanic position from budget (6-0)
• Added Deputy Fire Marshal back into budget (6-0)
• Added Marketing Coordinator starting Jan 2022 (6-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of rezoning at 182 Patterson Lane from NB to MX (6-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of 352-unit apartment development at Patterson Lane and Harrisburg Road (6-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of Walnut Creek Improvement District bond ordinance up to $4.1M (5-1)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on several rezoning requests, a major subdivision plat, and a proposed school impact fee study. Key items include a 216-unit workforce housing development, a 325-lot subdivision, and a school impact fee study by TischlerBise. The commission also will consider a UDO amendment on restaurant parking and several other rezoning and conditional use applications.

• RZ-2020-2973 / MX-2020-2973 / DA-2020-2973: Pedcor Investments rezoning of 33.10 acres at 9425 Charlotte Highway from General Business to Mixed Use for 216-unit workforce housing (Hawthorn Apartments)
• SD-2020-2054: Provident Bayard preliminary plat for 325 single-family lots at Henry Harris & Shelley Mullis Roads (Wilson Creek, ~169 acres)
• Lancaster County School District Impact Fee Study: TischlerBise report on Capital Improvement Plan and development impact fees
• RZ-2020-3013: Trinity Baptist Church rezoning of ~1 acre on Steel Hill Road from Rural Neighborhood to Institutional
• UDO-TA-2021-0704: Amendment to Section 7.2.4 to modify minimum required restaurant parking spaces

The Lancaster County Planning Commission denied a rezoning request by Pedcor Investments for a 216-unit workforce housing apartment development at 9425 Charlotte Highway, along with its associated master development plan and development agreement, in 1-3 votes. The commission also approved a rezoning for Trinity Baptist Church, a conditional use permit for a vehicle repair shop, a 325-lot subdivision plat, and a UDO amendment on restaurant parking. The school district impact fee vote was deferred to the June 15 meeting.

• Denied RZ-2020-2973 Pedcor Investments rezoning to Mixed Use for 216-unit workforce housing (1-3)
• Denied MX-2020-2973 Pedcor Investments master development plan (1-3)
• Denied DA-2020-2973 Pedcor Investments development agreement (1-3)
• Approved RZ-2020-3013 Trinity Baptist Church rezoning to Institutional (3-1)
• Approved RZ-2021-0747 1415 LLC rezoning to Regional Business (4-0)
• Approved CU-2021-0538 Jannat Nabiev conditional use permit with conditions (4-0)
• Approved SD-2020-2054 Provident Bayard 325-lot preliminary plat (3-1)
• Deferred school district impact fee vote to June 15, 2021 (4-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is meeting to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and receive an update on Development Services. The body is also considering the acquisition of several aerial fire apparatus and a mobile command post.

• Proposed bond not to exceed $9,000,000 for fire apparatus
• Proposed aerial platforms for Lancaster, Indian Land, and Pleasant Valley Fire Departments
• Proposed aerial ladder for Elgin Fire Department
• Proposed RV style mobile command post for countywide public safety use
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Proposed Budget

The Lancaster County Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss the proposed FY2022 budget, which is balanced with no millage increase. They reviewed new items added to the budget, discussed potential new positions, and requested staff prioritize them. No formal votes were taken on the budget or other substantive items; the only actions were approving the agenda and adjourning.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda, several public hearings and first readings on rezonings, a bond issuance, budget amendment, and property transfers from the city. It will also discuss appointments, an airport capital plan, and an airport overlay. Several items are deferred to future meetings.

• 1st reading of ordinance authorizing up to $4,100,000 in Walnut Creek Improvement District Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2021A-3
• Public hearings and 1st readings for rezonings at Flat Creek Road/Greenbriar Drive (two parcels, RN to RUB), 923 Hamstead Circle (MDR to GB), 2343 Flat Creek Road (LDR to RN), 182 Patterson Lane (NB to MX), and a 352-unit apartment development at Patterson Lane and Harrisburg Road
• Resolutions to transfer Springdale Park, Woodland Hills Tennis, and Country Club Park properties from the City of Lancaster to the County
• Public hearing and 3rd reading for Accutrex expansion fee-in-lieu of tax and special source revenue credits
• Public hearing and 3rd reading for quit claim title to an unnamed road from Norfolk Drive to Lynwood Drive

Lancaster County Council denied first readings of two rezonings for commercial use at Flat Creek Road and Greenbriar Drive (Ordinances 2021-1733 and 2021-1734) by 0-7 votes after public opposition. Council also denied a rezoning at 2343 Flat Creek Road (Ordinance 2021-1736) by 1-6. The council approved first readings for the Arlington Properties development, including a 352-unit apartment project and development agreement, by 6-1 votes.

• Denied 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1733, rezoning 10 acres at Flat Creek Road/Greenbriar Drive to Rural Business (0-7)
• Denied 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1734, rezoning 5 acres at Flat Creek Road/Greenbriar Drive to Rural Business (0-7)
• Denied 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1736, rezoning 2343 Flat Creek Road from LDR to RR (1-6)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1737, rezoning 182 Patterson Lane from NB to MX (6-1)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1738, Arlington Properties 352-unit apartment master plan (6-1)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1739, Arlington Properties development agreement (6-1)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1742, $4.1M Walnut Creek Improvement District bonds (6-1)
• Approved airport terminal construction for inclusion in Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is discussing several rezoning requests and preliminary plats for residential developments. The body is also considering an amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding restaurant parking requirements.

• Pedcor Investments: Proposal for a 216-unit workforce housing development at 9425 Charlotte Highway
• Provident Bayard, LLC: Preliminary plat for 325 single-family lots at Henry Harris & Shelley Mullis Roads
• Carolina Ventures 1, LLC: Preliminary plat for 281 single-family lots at Van Wyck and Griffin Roads
• UDO-TA-2021-0704: Proposed amendment to modify minimum required restaurant parking spaces
• Jannat Nabiev: Conditional use permit for vehicle rental, leasing, sales, and repair at 1449 Memorial Park Road

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on May 6, 2021, to discuss multiple rezoning and development applications. No formal votes or decisions were made during this workshop; the meeting was for discussion and staff presentations only. Items discussed included a 216-unit workforce housing complex, several rezoning requests, a conditional use permit, and two major preliminary plats.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during workshop meeting
• Discussed Pedcor Investments rezoning and 216-unit workforce housing complex at 9425 Charlotte Highway
• Discussed Trinity Baptist Church rezoning request on Steel Hill Road
• Discussed Fred and Suzanne Mangano rezoning request on Evans Road
• Discussed 1415 LLC rezoning request on Edgewater Corporate Parkway
• Discussed Jannat Nabiev conditional use permit for vehicle rental at 1449 Memorial Park Road
• Discussed Provident Bayard LLC 325-lot preliminary plat (Wilson Creek)
• Discussed Carolina Ventures 1 LLC 281-lot preliminary plat at Van Wyck and Griffin Roads

Lancaster County Council

The Council is deciding on several development impact fees for fire, EMS, sheriff, and parks services in the Greater Panhandle Region. They are also considering a pilot traffic calming program and various property rezonings.

• Pilot Traffic Calming Program Guidebook with a $13,500 cost for analysis
• Ordinance 2021-1705 regarding procedures for the imposition and administration of impact fees
• Proposed impact fees for Fire, EMS, Sheriff, and Parks & Recreation in the Greater Panhandle Region
• Rezoning of 6815 Shiloh Unity Road from Rural Business to Rural Residential
• Rezoning of a portion of Old Camden Monroe Highway from Rural Residential to Rural Business

Lancaster County Council approved the 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1705, adopting procedures for impact fees on new development, with an amendment passed 6-1. The council deferred 3rd reading of the Parks & Recreation impact fee and 2nd reading of Fire, EMS, and Sheriff impact fee ordinances until June 28, 2021, to finalize the Capital Improvement Plan and amend fee areas. The council also approved a resolution supporting 2nd Amendment rights 6-1, with Council Member McGriff opposed.

• Approved 3rd reading of impact fee procedures ordinance 2021-1705 as amended (6-1)
• Deferred Parks & Recreation impact fee 3rd reading to June 28, 2021 (7-0)
• Deferred Fire impact fee 2nd reading to June 28, 2021, with fee area amendment (7-0)
• Deferred EMS impact fee 2nd reading to June 28, 2021, with fee area amendment (7-0)
• Deferred Sheriff impact fee 2nd reading to June 28, 2021, with fee area amendment (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1148-R2021 supporting 2nd Amendment rights (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 1149-R2021 for Unique Loom fee agreement sponsor affiliate (7-0)
• Approved $21,000 additional funding for Mount Nebo Road project (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on several rezoning and development applications, including a proposed granite rock quarry, a 352-unit apartment complex, a rodeo arena, a gas station, and a senior living facility. The commission will also consider a text amendment to restaurant parking requirements and an impact fee study for the school district.

• CP-2020-3057: Amend future land use from Rural Living to Special District-Industrial for 370 acres along Taxahaw Road (Landsdown Corp, rock quarry)
• RZ-2020-2887: Rezone ~370 acres along Taxahaw Road from Agricultural Residential to Mining (Landsdown Corp)
• RZ-2021-0651: Rezone 1 acre at 2343 Flat Creek Road from LDR to RR for a mobile home (Michael & Ashley Green)
• RZ-2021-0292/0293: Rezone 10 acres for rodeo arena and 5 acres for gas station on TM# 0080-00-045.00 (Jose Luis Sanchez)
• MXU-2020-2740/DA-2020-2740: 352-unit apartment development at Patterson Lane and Harrisburg Road (William Morris)

The Lancaster County Planning Commission denied two conjoined applications for a proposed granite quarry on Taxahaw Road: a future land use map amendment (CP-2020-30557) and a rezoning from Agricultural Residential to Mining (RZ 2020-2887), both by unanimous 0-7 votes. The commission also denied a rezoning for a proposed rodeo and gas station (RZ-2021-0292, 0-7) and approved a motion to deny the gas station rezoning (RZ-2021-0293, 7-0). All denied and approved items will be referred to County Council for final consideration.

• Denied Lansdowne Corp. future land use map amendment for quarry (0-7)
• Denied Primo Holdings rezoning to Mining for quarry (0-7)
• Approved Green rezoning to Rural Residential on Flat Creek Road (5-2)
• Denied Sanchez rodeo rezoning to Rural Business (0-7)
• Approved motion to deny Sanchez gas station rezoning (7-0)
• Approved Morris rezoning to Mixed Use on Patterson Lane (7-0)
• Approved 352-unit apartment master plan and development agreement (7-0)
• Denied Roberson/Catoe senior living rezoning in Kershaw (0-7)

Lancaster County Council

The Council is reviewing recommended budget drafts for the General Fund and other funds for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2021 tax year reassessment and equalization program.

• Proposed 3% cost of living adjustment for employees
• Discussion of a resolution expressing support for 2nd Amendment Rights
• FY2021-2022 General Fund and Other Funds recommended budget drafts
• Reassessment and Equalization Program overview for Tax Year 2021
• Proposed funding for a solid waste study, roads inventory, and comprehensive plan update

The Lancaster County Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss the FY2021-2022 General Fund budget and a resolution supporting 2nd Amendment rights. The budget was reviewed in detail, with staff recommending a $5 increase in the road maintenance fee, a 3% cost of living adjustment for employees, and the merging of Planning and Zoning departments. The 2nd Amendment resolution was moved forward to a future Council meeting for a vote. No final votes were taken on the budget or resolution during this committee meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Moved 2nd Amendment resolution forward to a Council meeting for a vote
• Adjourned the Committee of the Whole meeting (6-0)

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council is reviewing several development impact fees for fire, EMS, sheriff, and parks services in the Greater Panhandle Region. The body is also considering a fee-in-lieu of tax agreement for the Accutrex Products, Inc. Precision Parts Division expansion.

• Resolution 1142-R2021 and Ordinance 2021-1719 regarding Accutrex expansion fee-in-lieu of tax
• Ordinances 2021-1722 through 2021-1725 establishing development impact fees for Fire, EMS, Sheriff, and Parks & Recreation
• Ordinance 2021-1710 to rezone 37.45 acres on Harrisburg Road from LDR to PB
• Ordinance 2021-1708 to allow Landfill – Class One Composting Facilities in Heavy Industrial Districts
• Ordinance 2021-1726 to adopt the 2021-2031 Capital Improvement Plan

Lancaster County Council approved the 2nd reading of the general impact fee ordinance (2021-1705) as amended, and the 2nd reading of the parks & recreation impact fee (2021-1725) as amended. The fire, EMS, and sheriff impact fee ordinances were deferred to the next meeting for more information. Council also approved several other items including the Accutrex fee-in-lieu agreement, rezoning, and a settlement for a stormwater claim.

• Approved Resolution 1142-R2021 for Accutrex fee-in-lieu (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-1719 for Accutrex fee agreement (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1709 (triplex/quadraplex UDO amendment) (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1710 (rezoning 37.45 acres to PB) (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1711 (Redwood development agreement) (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1705 (impact fee procedures) as amended (5-2)
• Deferred 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1722 (fire impact fee) to next meeting (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1725 (parks & recreation impact fee) as amended (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a Chick-Fil-A location. The applicant seeks to install two drive-thru canopies that would deviate from established setback requirements.

• VAR-2021-0490: Variance request by Esencia Architecture for Chick-Fil-A at 10032 Charlotte Highway to reduce front setback to 22’-5” and side setback to 12’-0”

The Board of Zoning Appeals met and approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 2, 2021 meeting. The only public hearing item, a variance request by Chick-Fil-A at 10032 Charlotte Highway, was continued to the May 2021 meeting at the applicant's request. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 2, 2021 minutes (4-0, Jones abstained)
• Continued Chick-Fil-A variance to May 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss several rezoning applications, including a 352-unit apartment development on Patterson Lane and a request to permit a granite rock quarry. The body will also hold a joint meeting with the City of Lancaster regarding the renaming of the 521 bypass.

• Proposed 352-unit apartment development on 26.4 acres at Patterson Lane and Harrisburg Road
• Request to rezone 370 acres along Taxahaw Road to Mining for a granite rock quarry
• Proposed rodeo arena and gas station on two portions of a 102.75-acre parcel
• Application for 62 single-family detached lots on Lynwood Drive
• Proposed amendment to Unified Development Ordinance Section 7.2.4 regarding restaurant parking

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting, discussing a potential renaming of the 521 Bypass to address public safety and 911 dispatch issues, but took no action. The commission also heard a presentation on a proposed school impact fee of $8,200 for single-family homes and $8,700 for multi-family units, and reviewed multiple rezoning and development applications, none of which were voted on.

• Discussed renaming of Hwy 521 Bypass; no action taken, with concerns about costs to businesses and the need for city-county cooperation.
• Heard presentation on school impact fee study proposing $8,200 per single-family home and $8,700 per multi-family unit; no action taken.
• Reviewed application by Landsdown Corporation to amend future land use map from Rural Living to Special District-Industrial; no action taken.
• Reviewed application by Primo Holdings LLC to rezone ~370 acres along Taxahaw Road from Agricultural Residential to Mining; no action taken.
• Reviewed application by Michael & Ashley Green to rezone 1 acre at 2343 Flat Creek Road from LDR to RR for a mobile home; Chairman Deese called it 'spot-zoning'.
• Reviewed applications by Jose Luis Sanchez to rezone land for a rodeo arena and gas station; concerns raised about code violations and community opposition.
• Reviewed applications by William Morris for rezoning, a master development plan, and a development agreement for a 352-unit apartment development at Patterson Lane; no action taken.
• Reviewed application by True Homes LLC for a 62-lot subdivision on Lynwood Drive; staff noted access issues for 5 lots.

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council is reviewing several ordinances to establish development impact fees for fire, EMS, sheriff, and parks and recreation services. The body is also considering zoning changes and a new 10-year Capital Improvement Plan.

• Proposed impact fees for Fire, EMS, Sheriff, and Parks & Recreation in the Greater Panhandle Region
• Rezoning 37.45 acres on Harrisburg Road from Low Density Residential to Professional Business
• Special Source Revenue Credit Agreement with Studio Displays, Inc. (Project Smith)
• Adoption of the Capital Improvements Plan 2021 through 2031
• Proposed one-time bonus pay for essential workers

The council approved a resolution to provide one-time premium pay bonuses to essential workers, with an amendment ensuring funds are not disbursed until federal COVID relief money is received. It also approved several development-related ordinances, including a development agreement with Redwood USA, LLC, and advanced first readings of ordinances establishing fire, EMS, sheriff, and parks impact fees in the Panhandle region. Appointments to various boards were approved, with Carla Hunter's appointment deferred pending an application.

• Approved Resolution 1144-R2021 amending the Prioritized Community Needs List (7-0).
• Approved Resolution 1145-R2021 for additional DSS building funding (6-1, Blackmon opposed).
• Approved Resolution 1146-R2021 for essential worker premium pay, amended to require federal funds receipt (7-0).
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1713 (Studio Displays revenue credit) (7-0).
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1716 (quit claim on Culp Landsford Road) (7-0).
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1708 (landfill composting use) (7-0).
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1709 (triplex/quadraplex UDO changes) (7-0).
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1711 (Redwood development agreement) with amendments adding public safety and school fees (7-0).

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is holding a special meeting to decide on a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance and a specific property rezoning. The body is also reviewing a reciprocal easement agreement and previously held items regarding impact fees and revenue credits.

• Ordinance 2021-1717: Proposed reduction of minimum lot size for Institutional (INS) District from 1.5 acres to 10,000 square feet
• Ordinance 2021-1707: Rezoning of 0.46 acres at 4889 Charlotte Highway from Rural Neighborhood to Institutional
• Ordinance 2021-1718: Reciprocal Easement Agreement between Lancaster County and E&B Of Indian Land, LLC
• Ordinance 2021-1713: Special Source Revenue Credit Agreement for Project Smith (held item)
• Ordinance 2021-1705: Procedures for imposition and administration of impact fees on new development (held item)

The Lancaster County Council held a special meeting and approved the 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1717, amending the Unified Development Ordinance to modify the minimum lot size for the Institutional (INS) District. They also approved the 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1707, rezoning a 0.46-acre tract owned by Tracey Griffin at 4889 Charlotte Highway from RN to INS. The council deferred the 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1718, a reciprocal easement agreement with E&B of Indian Land, LLC, to the next formal meeting. All votes were 6-0, with Council Member Terry Graham absent.

• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1717 (amending UDO minimum lot size for INS District) 6-0.
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1707 (rezoning 0.46-acre property at 4889 Charlotte Highway from RN to INS) 6-0.
• Deferred 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1718 (reciprocal easement agreement with E&B of Indian Land, LLC) to the next formal council meeting, 6-0.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding outdoor shooting ranges and turkey shoots. The body is also considering several rezoning requests and a major preliminary plat for a residential subdivision.

• UDO-TA-2020-2957: Proposed changes to zoning districts and setbacks for outdoor shooting ranges and turkey shoots
• SD-2020-2137: Preliminary plat for Bridlewood, 181 single-family lots on 77.99 acres at Catawba Ridge Blvd
• UDO-TA-2021-0383: Proposal to decrease minimum lot size and development area for the Institutional (INS) District
• FY2021-31 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) in association with an Impact Fee program
• Rezoning requests for Matthew & Heather Ellis (TM # 0054-00-029.04 and .05) and Michael & Ashley Green (TM # 0080-00-041.01)

The Lancaster County Planning Commission voted 5-2 to recommend approval of a text amendment regulating outdoor shooting ranges and turkey shoots, with Commissioners Neely and Jones dissenting. The Commission also recommended approval of rezoning requests for Matthew & Heather Ellis (RZ-2021-0114 and RZ-2021-0261) and for Michael & Ashley Green (RZ-2021-0289), despite the latter's intent to place a manufactured home being barred by County Council's prior denial. Additionally, the Commission approved the preliminary plat for Bridlewood, the Capital Improvement Plan, and tabled two items (CP-2020-3057 and RZ-2020-2887) until April 21, 2021.

• Tabled CP-2020-3057 (Landsdown Corporation) and RZ-2020-2887 (Primo Holdings, LLC) until April 21, 2021 (7-0).
• Approved the agenda as amended (7-0).
• Approved minutes of February 4, 2021 Workshop (5-0) and February 16, 2021 Regular Meeting (7-0).
• Recommended approval of UDO-TA-2020-2957 (Outdoor Shooting Ranges/Turkey Shoots) text amendment (5-2, Neely and Jones dissenting).
• Approved preliminary plat SD-2020-2137 (Bridlewood) (7-0).
• Recommended approval of RZ-2021-0114 (Matthew & Heather Ellis) (7-0).
• Recommended approval of RZ-2021-0261 (Matthew & Heather Ellis) (7-0).
• Recommended approval of RZ-2021-0289 (Michael & Ashley Green) (6-1, Neely dissenting).

Lancaster County Council

The Council will review several items including potential multifamily developments on Possum Hollow Road and Harrisburg Road. They will also discuss a $13,500 pilot program for residential traffic calming measures.

• Middleburg Communities: 196-unit multifamily community proposal on Possum Hollow Road
• Patterson Lane: 350-unit multifamily development agreement proposal on Harrisburg Road
• Traffic Calming Manual Pilot Program: $13,500 cost for three locations in FY 21-22
• Discussion regarding the DSS Building and a request for a Quit Claim Deed

The Lancaster County Council Committee of the Whole met on March 9, 2021, and discussed a proposed one-time $3,000 hazard pay bonus for public safety and solid waste employees, which will come before Council as a resolution. They also discussed development agreements for Middleburg Communities and Patterson Lane Multifamily, a traffic calming pilot program, a quit claim deed request, and options for the DSS building renovation. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only motions were to approve the agenda, enter and exit executive session, and adjourn.

• Approved the agenda as submitted, including moving the hazard pay bonus item to the top and adding an executive session.
• Discussed a $3,000 hazard pay bonus for public safety and solid waste employees, to be brought as a resolution.
• Discussed the Middleburg Communities development agreement and potential UDO changes.
• Discussed the Patterson Lane Multifamily development agreement and the need for criteria for future projects.
• Discussed a traffic calming pilot program, with costs for engineering studies borne by the County and other costs by HOAs.
• Discussed a quit claim deed request for an unopened road section between Lynwood Drive and Norfolk Road, to be brought as an ordinance.
• Discussed options for the DSS building renovation, which came in over budget by approximately $177,550.
• Entered executive session to discuss Project Tattoo, an economic development matter; no votes or decisions were made.

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hold a public hearing on community needs for low- and moderate-income residents, and will vote on several rezoning and development ordinances, including a large residential rezoning near Henry Harris Road and Shelley Mullis Road. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances to allow composting facilities and manufactured housing in certain districts, and a resolution to study impact fees for the school district. Several items are held from previous meetings, including a special source revenue credit agreement and impact fee procedures.

• Public hearing on community needs for CDBG funding, including water/sewer upgrades and demolition of dilapidated structures
• 3rd reading of rezoning 168.28 acres at Henry Harris Road and Shelley Mullis Road from RN/LDR to MDR (Provident Bayard, LLC)
• 3rd reading of rezoning 2.04 acres at same intersection from LDR to INS (Wilson Acres, LLC)
• 1st reading of rezoning 37.45 acres on Harrisburg Road from LDR to PB (Redwood USA, LLC)
• 1st reading of ordinance to allow landfill-class one composting facility in Heavy Industrial district as special exception

The council approved the third reading of the Wilson Creek development agreement and related rezoning ordinances, allowing a medium-density residential development at Henry Harris and Shelley Mullis roads. It also approved a resolution to study impact fees for the school district and advanced several UDO amendments, including one for triplex/quadplex dwellings. A proposed ordinance to allow manufactured housing in the RN district died for lack of a second.

• Approved Resolution 1143-R2021 authorizing impact fee study (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of rezoning 168.28 acres to MDR at Henry Harris/Shelley Mullis (6-1)
• Approved 3rd reading of rezoning 2.04 acres to INS for Wilson Acres (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Wilson Creek development agreement as amended (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of UDO amendment to reduce INS minimum lot size (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of UDO amendment to allow landfill-class one composting in HI district (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of UDO amendment for triplex/quadplex dwellings (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Redwood USA development agreement (6-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal to amend the Unified Development Ordinance regarding outdoor shooting ranges. The amendment would modify zoning districts where these ranges are permitted and introduce turkey shoots as an allowable temporary use in specific districts.

• UDO-TA-2020-2957: Amendment for Outdoor Shooting Ranges and Turkey Shoots
• SD-2020-2137: Bridlewood major preliminary plat for 181 single-family lots on 77.99 acres
• RZ-2021-0261: Rezoning request by Matthew Ellis for TM # 0054-00-029.04
• RZ-2021-0114: Rezoning request by Matthew Ellis for TM # 0054-00-029.05
• RZ-2021-0289: Rezoning request by Michael & Ashley Green for TM # 0080-00-041.01

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on March 4, 2021, to discuss upcoming cases. No formal decisions were made; all items were discussion-only. Topics included revisions to a text amendment on outdoor shooting ranges, a preliminary plat for Bridlewood, two rezoning requests, a text amendment for the Institutional District, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Discussed revisions to UDO-TA-2020-2957 on outdoor shooting ranges/turkey shoots; no action taken.
• Discussed the Bridlewood preliminary plat (SD-2020-2137); no action taken.
• Discussed the Matthew Ellis rezoning request (RZ-2021-0261 / RZ-2020-0114); no action taken.
• Discussed the Michael & Ashley Green rezoning request (RZ-2021-0289); no action taken.
• Discussed a text amendment to reduce minimum lot size for the Institutional District (UDO-TA-2021-0383); no action taken.
• Discussed the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and its link to the Impact Fee Study; no action taken.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. The first is a tabled request from Lucy and William Lane for a rear porch addition at 1048 Castle Road that would encroach into the required setback. The second is a request from Lidl for a sign variance at 9990 Charlotte Highway. The board will also consider approving the February 2, 2021 minutes.

• VAR-2021-0014: Lane variance from Section 12 (Setbacks and Yards) for 1048 Castle Road, Indian Land (TM# 0010N-0A-126.00) in PDD district
• VAR-2021-0256: Lidl variance from UDO Section 7.4.5.A for 9990 Charlotte Highway, Indian Land (TM# 0005-00-101.01) in General Business district
• Approval of February 2, 2021 regular minutes
• Citizen comments accepted in writing due to COVID-19

The Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals denied two variance requests. The first, by Lucy and William Lane for a porch at 1048 Castle Road, failed to meet hardship and minimum-relief criteria. The second, by St. Clair Signs for a Lidl sign at 9990 Charlotte Highway, failed all criteria. Both motions failed, and the variances were denied.

• Denied variance for porch at 1048 Castle Road (motion failed, criteria votes 3-3, 1-5, 1-5)
• Denied variance for sign at 9990 Charlotte Highway (motion failed, criteria votes 0-6, 0-6, 0-6, 2-4)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes from February 2, 2021 (5-0, DeVenney abstained)

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council will hear a presentation on the results of an IT assessment conducted by VC3, which gave the county a C- grade and made 31 recommendations. The council will also vote on several rezoning ordinances, a development agreement for the Wilson Creek project, and other items, including corrections to previously approved resolutions and a quit claim for a road. Several items are on the consent agenda, while others will be discussed individually.

• IT assessment presentation by VC3 with findings and cost estimates
• 2nd reading of rezoning for 168.28 acres at Henry Harris and Shelley Mullis roads to MDR
• 2nd reading of development agreement for Wilson Creek project
• Correction of resolutions for car dealerships at 6686 and 6711 Waxhaw Hwy
• Discussion of impact fee ordinance and Hope on the Hill funding

The council approved the 2nd reading of the Wilson Creek development project rezoning and development agreement, including a $500 school fee per unit, after amending the agreement. It also approved several other rezoning ordinances, resolutions, and funding items. A proposed $2,500 rooftop fee for development agreements failed.

• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1701 rezoning 168.28 acres at Henry Harris and Shelley Mullis roads from RN/LDR to MDR (6-1)
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1702 rezoning 2.04 acres from LDR to INS (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1703 Wilson Creek development agreement as amended (6-1)
• Failed $2,500 rooftop fee for development agreements (1-6)
• Approved $500 school fee per unit in development agreement (5-2)
• Approved $40,000 additional funding for Hope on the Hill Barr Street Auditorium from Local Accommodations Tax fund (6-0, McGriff abstained)
• Approved purchase of Elgin Engine 601 fire truck with prepayment discount (7-0)
• Approved corrected resolutions 1138-R2021 and 1139-R2021 for car dealerships on Waxhaw Hwy (6-0, Mosteller abstained)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on February 16, 2021, to consider several land-use items. These include a text amendment to allow a Class One Composting Facility in the Heavy Industrial District, a future land use map amendment and rezoning for a granite rock quarry, and amendments regarding outdoor shooting ranges and manufactured housing. The Commission will make recommendations to County Council on these items.

• UDO-TA-2020-2578: Text amendment to create Landfill – Class One Composting Facility use in Heavy Industrial District as a Special Exception.
• CP-2020-3057: Amend future land use map from Rural Living to Special District-Industrial for two parcels (TM # 0093-00-001.00 and 0092-00-017.01) to permit a granite rock quarry.
• RZ-2020-2887: Rezone approximately 370 acres along Taxahaw Road from Agricultural Residential to Mining for the same parcels.
• UDO-TA-2020-2957: Amend regulations for outdoor shooting ranges and turkey shoots.
• UDO-TA-2021-0097: Allow Manufactured Housing in the Rural Neighborhood (RN) District.

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several development agreements, a fire apparatus bid, and other items. Key discussions include a proposed development agreement for a 155-unit apartment project on Harrisburg Road, a similar agreement for a Poovey development, and a bid for a replacement fire engine. The council will also continue discussing an impact fee ordinance and other planning matters.

• Redwood Development Agreement (DA-020-2650): 37.45 acres rezoned from LDR to PB for 155-unit triplex/quadraplex apartments on Harrisburg Road
• Poovey Development Agreement (DA-2020-2859) discussion
• Bid for replacement fire apparatus - Elgin Engine 601
• Continued discussion of Ordinance 2021-1705 on impact fees for new development
• Discussion of unopened portion of Culp Lansford Road

The Lancaster County Council met as a Committee of the Whole and discussed several items, but took no formal votes on substantive matters. Discussions included the Redwood and Poovey development agreements, a bid for a replacement fire apparatus, potential development sites in Indian Land, and an ordinance on impact fees. The only actions taken were approving the agenda and adjourning, both by 7-0 votes.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)
• Discussed Redwood Development Agreement (DA-020-2650); no action taken
• Discussed Poovey Development Agreement (DA-2020-2859); no action taken
• Discussed bid for replacement fire apparatus (Elgin Engine 601); no action taken
• Discussed potential development sites in Indian Land; no action taken
• Discussed unopened portion of Culp Landsford Road; ordinance to come at next meeting
• Continued discussion of Impact Fees Ordinance 2021-1705; no action taken

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda, several public hearings, and first readings of ordinances involving rezoning, a development agreement, and impact fee procedures. The agenda also includes executive sessions for contractual and legal matters, and discussion items on county administrator search, board appointments, and funding for the Barr Street Auditorium.

• Public hearing and 3rd reading for sale of 6 acres to Council on Aging (Ordinance 2021-1699)
• Public hearing and 3rd reading for conveyance of 4.57 acres on Happy Trail (Ordinance 2021-1712)
• Public hearing and 1st reading for rezoning 168.28 acres at Henry Harris and Shelley Mullis roads to MDR (Ordinance 2021-1701)
• Public hearing and 1st reading for Wilson Creek development agreement (Ordinance 2021-1703)
• 1st reading of ordinance adopting impact fee procedures (Ordinance 2021-1705)

Lancaster County Council approved first readings of three ordinances tied to the Wilson Creek development project, including rezoning 168.28 acres to Medium Density Residential and a development agreement with amendments. Council also approved a rezoning at 7907 Henry Harris Road from Low Density Residential to Rural Neighborhood District by a 4-3 vote. Several other rezoning requests, property conveyances, and the impact fee procedures ordinance were approved unanimously.

• Approved 1st reading of Wilson Creek rezoning to MDR (6-1)
• Approved 1st reading of Wilson Creek institutional rezoning (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Wilson Creek development agreement as amended (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of rezoning at 7907 Henry Harris Road to RN (4-3)
• Approved 3rd reading of sale of 6 acres to Council on Aging (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of surplus property conveyance on Happy Trail (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of impact fee procedures ordinance (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of rezoning for Billie Coker property to RR (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss four items: amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding outdoor shooting ranges and turkey shoots, a text amendment to allow manufactured housing in the Rural Neighborhood District, a future land use map amendment for a granite quarry, and a rezoning of about 370 acres along Taxahaw Road for mining. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• UDO-TA-2020-2957: Amend rules for outdoor shooting ranges and add turkey shoots as temporary uses in certain districts
• UDO-TA-2021-0097: Allow manufactured housing in Rural Neighborhood (RN) District
• CP-2020-3057: Amend future land use map from Rural Living to Special District-Industrial for Landsdown Corporation (TM # 0093-00-001.00 and 0092-00-017.01)
• RZ-2020-2887: Rezone ~370 acres along Taxahaw Road between Overbrook Road and Gold Mine Highway from Agricultural Residential to Mining
• Quarry operations description submitted by KCS Services for the granite quarry proposal

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on February 4, 2021, to discuss upcoming cases, including outdoor shooting ranges, a proposed mine, a rezoning, manufactured housing, and a landfill text amendment. No formal decisions or votes were made; the discussions were for informational purposes only. The Commission directed staff to research various issues, such as fencing requirements, SCDOT requirements, and noise ordinances.

• Discussed UDO-TA-2020-2957 on outdoor shooting ranges/turkey shoots; suggested revising fencing requirements to be less prescriptive
• Discussed CP-2020-3057 (Landsdown Corporation); asked staff to research SCDOT requirements and Fish and Wildlife Service impact
• Discussed RZ-2020-2887 (Primo Holdings, LLC); no action taken
• Discussed UDO-TA-2021-0097 on manufactured housing; no concerns raised
• Discussed UDO-TA-2020-2578 on Class One landfill; asked staff to research nuisance ordinance and noise decibel limits

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to discuss a variance request for a property in the Queensbridge neighborhood. The applicants are seeking to reduce the required rear yard setback to allow for a covered porch.

• VAR-021-0014: Request by Lucy and William Lane to reduce rear yard setback from 25 feet to 17 feet at 1048 Castle Road

The Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals tabled a variance request from Lucy and William Lane for a property at 1048 Castle Road, Indian Land, SC, to allow further discussion of possible project revisions. The board also approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes from January 5, 2021 (4-0)
• Tabled variance request VAR-021-0014 for 1048 Castle Road until March 2, 2021 (unanimous)

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council will discuss the issuance of assessment revenue bonds for Walnut Creek and a master development plan for a 217-unit apartment complex. The body is also reviewing several rezoning requests and the adoption of the Southern Panhandle Small Area Plan.

• Preliminary approval for Walnut Creek Improvement District Assessment Revenue Bonds not exceeding $4,620,000
• Master Development Plan for 'The Lodges At Indian Land', a 217-unit apartment development on 38.88 acres
• Rezoning of 19.88 acres at 7907 Henry Harris Road from Low Density Residential to Rural Neighborhood
• Rezoning of 2.25 acres on Mahaffey Line Drive from Medium Density Residential to Rural Residential
• Sale of 4.57 acres on Happy Trail and 6 acres of land to the Lancaster County Council on Aging

Lancaster County Council

The Council is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss a development impact fee study and the Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also discuss the potential addition of new personnel positions.

• Impact Fee Study overview presented by Colin McAweeney of TischlerBise
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Plan update
• Resolution 1133-2021 to authorize hiring for three new positions (for discussion only)
• Executive session regarding a potential litigation matter

The Committee of the Whole meeting was largely informational, with no formal votes on substantive items. Council discussed the Impact Fee Study, the Capital Improvement Plan, and a resolution to fill three new positions (Deputy Coroner, Probate Court Case Manager, Crime Scene Technician), which will be voted on January 25. They also discussed potential additional Animal Shelter staff and procedural matters. The only votes were to approve the agenda, enter and exit executive session, and adjourn.

• Agenda approved (5-0)
• Entered executive session for legal briefing (5-0)
• Exited executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss several rezoning applications and conditional use permits. The body will also consider amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding home occupations and composting facilities.

• RZ-2020-2859: Request to rezone 278.9 acres at 2862 Charlotte Highway from LDR to MDR
• CU-2020-2906 & CU-2020-2907: Conditional use permits for iNetwork Auto Group at 6686 and 6711 Waxhaw Hwy
• UDO-TA-2020-2578: Proposed amendment to allow Class One Composting Facilities in Heavy Industrial Districts
• UDO-TA-2020-0309: Proposed modification of standards for Home Occupations
• RZ-2020-2745 and RZ-2020-2772: Rezoning applications for 0.46 and 2.3 acres

Lancaster County Council

The Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding land use and property transfers, including a rezoning request on Henry Harris Road. The meeting also includes updates on county construction projects and discussions on economic development.

• Ordinance 2021-1700: Rezoning 19.88 acres at 7907 Henry Harris Road from Low Density Residential to Rural Neighborhood District
• Ordinance 2021-1699: Sale of 6 acres of land to the Lancaster County Council on Aging
• Ordinance 2021-1712: Sale of 4.57 acres of surplus property on Happy Trail
• Resolution 1132-R2021: Reimbursement for Town of Van Wyck park construction using Capital Project Sales Tax Number Three proceeds
• Ordinance 2021-1713: Special Source Revenue Credit Agreement for Project Smith

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss several rezoning applications and Unified Development Ordinance amendments. The body will review requests for residential and institutional zoning changes, as well as conditional use permits for automotive services.

• RZ-2020-2859: Request to rezone 278.9 acres at 2862 Charlotte Highway from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential
• UDO-TA-2020-2578: Proposed amendment to allow Class One Composting Facility landfills in Heavy Industrial Districts
• CU-2020-2906 & CU-2020-2907: Conditional use permits for iNetwork Auto Group for vehicle sales and repair at 6686 and 6711 Waxhaw Hwy
• RZ-2020-2745: Request to rezone 0.46 acres at 4889 Charlotte Hwy from Rural Neighborhood to Institutional
• UDO-TA-2020-0309: Proposed modifications to home occupation standards and parking requirements

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to discuss a variance request for a residential property. The applicant seeks to reduce the required rear setback to allow for a porch expansion.

• VAR-020-2854: Request by Fun Outdoor Living for 4013 Brandywine Terrace to reduce rear setback from 30 feet to 18.7 feet

Lancaster County Council

The Council is meeting to administer oaths of office to four members and elect its officers. The body will also appoint the Clerk to Council and Deputy Clerk to Council.

• Administration of Oath of Office for District 1, 3, 5, and 7 members
• Election of County Council Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Appointment of Clerk to Council and Deputy Clerk to Council