Lancaster County public meetings in 2022

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission met to conduct continuing education regarding a webinar on growth implications for South Carolina counties. The body also reviewed a preview of cases scheduled for the January 2023 agenda.

• Continuing education webinar: GROWTH IMPLICATIONS FOR SC COUNTIES
• Preview of UDO Text Amendments requested by Council
• Preview of RZ-2022-2335 McGinn-Cooper (MX to GB)
• Preview of RZ-2022-2317 Kershaw Depot (previously unzoned)
• Preview of CU-2022-2126 Corey Baker (Minor Maintenance & Repair)

The Planning Commission met on December 20, 2022, but a quorum was not present. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Lancaster County Council

The County Council is reviewing a master plan for a new regional park, including cost estimates for various amenities and operational expenses. Members are discussing project financing, bonding capacity, and potential naming rights for the facilities.

• Regional park base cost estimated at $43,050,000
• Optional 50,000 square foot recreation center estimated at $27,170,000
• Optional expansion property cost of $1,580,000
• Potential merger of Indian Land and Pleasant Valley Fire Departments and Fire Fee Boards
• UDO update for residential developments

The Committee of the Whole reviewed capital and operational costs for the Regional Park and potential bonding strategies for the park and detention center. Council also discussed a potential merger of the Indian Land and Pleasant Valley Fire Departments and proposed updates to the Unified Development Ordinance.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a resolution on a fee agreement assignment, and a third reading of a development agreement for the 398-unit Shiloh Woods subdivision. They will also hold a public hearing on an amendment to a special source revenue credit agreement with Studio Displays, Inc. to add T&T Capital, LLC. The meeting includes recognition of retiring Councilmember Larry Honeycutt and a presentation of the FY2022 audit showing a clean opinion and an unassigned fund balance of $48,533,918.

• Resolution 1221-R2022: consent to assignment of fee and special source revenue credit agreements from K2 Lancaster LLC and Cooley Inc. to FIP Master Funding VIII LLC
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1832: development agreement for Shiloh Woods, a 398-unit single-family cluster subdivision on 169.86 acres at 500 and 516 W. Shiloh Unity Road
• Public hearing and 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1836: amendment to add T&T Capital, LLC to the Studio Displays, Inc. special source revenue credit agreement with retroactive effect
• Appointment of Chiquita 'Nickie' Evans to the Health and Wellness Commission for an unexpired term ending 06/30/2025
• Deferred until 1-9-2023: rezoning of 4.84 acres at 4263 Doby's Bridge Road from LDR to INS for a daycare facility

County Council approved a development agreement for a 398-unit single-family cluster subdivision at 500 and 516 W. Shiloh Unity Road. The council also ratified a fee agreement assignment and amended a revenue credit agreement for Studio Displays, Inc.

• Approved Development Agreement for Shiloh Woods 398-unit subdivision (5-1)
• Approved Resolution 1221-R2022 assigning fee and revenue credit agreements to FIP Master Funding VIII LLC (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-1836 adding T&T Capital, LLC to Studio Displays, Inc. revenue credit agreement (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Chiquita "Nickie" Evans to the Health and Wellness Commission (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes from November 16 and November 28, 2022 meetings (6-0)
• Deferred 1st Reading of Ordinance 2022-1831 regarding rezoning at 4263 Doby's Bridge Road until 1-9-2023

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting for a workshop focused on continuing education. Members will review legal and ethical considerations for conducting local government meetings.

• Continuing Education: Legal & Ethical Considerations: Conducting Meetings of Local Governments (1.5 hours)
• Discussion of next month's agenda regarding Growth Implications for SC Counties continuing education

The Planning Commission conducted a workshop meeting focused on continuing education. No substantive legislative or zoning decisions were made during this session.

• Completed SC Association of Counties course on Legal & Ethical Considerations: Conducting Meetings of Local Governments

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on adopting updated state-mandated building codes, and will consider second readings for a 398-unit subdivision development agreement and an amendment to a revenue credit agreement. The council will also vote on a resolution to add Sandhills Solar property to a multi-county park agreement with Chesterfield County, and will receive an update on the Unified Development Ordinance rewrite.

• Resolution 1224-R2022 to add Sandhills Solar, LLC property (17237 Highway 102, Chesterfield County) to the Second Master Multi-County Park Agreement
• Public hearing and 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1830 adopting updated uniform building codes (2021 editions) as mandated by SC Building Codes Council
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1832 approving a development agreement with Century Communities for a 398-unit subdivision at 500 and 516 W. Shiloh Unity Road
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1836 to add T&T Capital, LLC to a Special Source Revenue Credit Agreement with Studio Displays, Inc.
• Discussion of lot limits on dead end roads and RFATS update for Highway 521

Lancaster County Council adopted updated uniform building codes and approved a second reading for a 398-unit subdivision development. The Council also expanded a multi-county park agreement with Chesterfield County and approved several board appointments.

• Approved Resolution 1224-R2022 to add Sandhills Solar, LLC property to the multi-county park agreement (7-0)
• Approved 3rd Reading of Ordinance 2022-1830 to adopt updated Uniform Building Codes (6-0-1)
• Approved 2nd Reading of Ordinance 2022-1832 for Shiloh Woods 398-unit subdivision (5-1-1)
• Approved 2nd Reading of Ordinance 2022-1836 to add T&T Capital, LLC to a revenue credit agreement (7-0)
• Approved re-appointments of James Barnett to Planning Commission and Phyllis Jarvis to Library Board (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Terri Lee to the Health and Wellness Commission (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Calendar Meeting and Holiday Schedules (7-0)
• Denied motion to reconsider Ordinance 2022-1833 (2-5)

Lancaster County Council

The Committee of the Whole will review the county's debt portfolio and capacity as it prepares to enter the municipal bond market. The body will also discuss the new detention center and growth, density, and cluster developments.

• Review of the 2023 Calendar Meeting Schedule for Council, Committees, Boards, and Commissions
• Discussion on County Debt Capacity and Portfolio, including $33,664,537 in general obligation debt
• Update on the new detention center
• Discussion on growth, density, and cluster developments

The Committee of the Whole reviewed budget options for a new detention center and discussed strategies for managing county growth. No substantive policy decisions or funding approvals were made during this meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold its monthly meeting to consider one rezoning request and approve deferred minutes. The main public item is a request by Nathan Terry to rezone a 0.488-acre parcel at the northern intersection of Charles Pettus Road and Charlotte Hwy from Low Density Residential (LDR) to Professional Business (PB) to build a medical office. The commission will also review minutes from previous meetings and hear citizen comments, including written concerns about development along the 521 corridor.

• RZ-2022-2224: Rezone 0.488 acres at Charles Pettus Rd and Charlotte Hwy from LDR to PB for a medical office
• Approve minutes from Sept 1, Sept 20, and Oct 18 meetings
• Citizen comments on development concerns in Sun City and 521 corridor

The Planning Commission approved a request to rezone a 0.488-acre parcel for a medical office. The decision will now move to the County Council for final consideration.

• Approved rezoning of .488-acre parcel at Charles Pettus Road and Charlotte Hwy from Low Density Residential to Professional Business (6-0)
• Approved September 1, 2022 Workshop Minutes (4-0)
• Approved September 20, 2022 Regular Minutes (4-0)
• Approved October 18, 2022 Regular Minutes (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hold public hearings and first readings on several rezoning and development agreement ordinances, including a proposed 1,019-home cluster subdivision on 780 acres at Van Wyck Road that planning staff and the commission recommend denying. The council will also consider a 398-unit subdivision on Shiloh Unity Road, a rezoning for a daycare on Doby's Bridge Road, and a rezoning near Possum Hollow Road. Consent agenda items include final approval of up to $15 million in bonds for the Roselyn Residential Improvement District and adoption of updated building codes.

• Public hearing and 1st reading to rezone 780.40 acres at 8275 Van Wyck Road from Rural Neighborhood to Medium Density Residential (staff recommends denial)
• Public hearing and 1st reading for a development agreement with CLREF III Acquisitions LLC for a 1,019-unit single-family cluster subdivision on the Van Wyck Road property (staff recommends denial)
• Public hearing and 1st reading to rezone 95.85 acres near Possum Hollow Road and Old Bailes Road from Low Density to Medium Density Residential (staff recommends approval)
• Public hearing and 1st reading to rezone 4.84 acres at 4263 Doby's Bridge Road to Institutional for a daycare (staff recommends approval)
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1825 authorizing up to $15,000,000 in Roselyn Residential Improvement District assessment revenue bonds

County Council rejected three rezoning applications and one development agreement for the Van Wyck Road area. The Council approved a development agreement for the Shiloh Woods project and authorized the creation of an Economic Development administrative position.

• Approved 1st Reading of Ordinance 2022-1832 for Shiloh Woods development agreement (5-1-1)
• Denied 1st Reading of Ordinance 2022-1834 rezoning at 8275 Van Wyck Road (0-6-1)
• Denied 1st Reading of Ordinance 2022-1835 development agreement for 8275 Van Wyck Road (0-6-1)
• Denied 1st Reading of Ordinance 2022-1833 rezoning near Possum Hollow and Old Bailes Road (0-7)
• Deferred 1st Reading of Ordinance 2022-1831 rezoning for daycare facility to Jan 9, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved 1st Reading of Ordinance 2022-1836 adding T&T Capital, LLC to SSRC Agreement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1220-R2022 to create Economic Development Administrative Assistant position (7-0)
• Denied Resolution 1222-R2022 to create a position in Administration (0-7)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a rezoning application for a parcel at the intersection of Charles Pettus Road and Charlotte Hwy. The body will review a request to change the land use designation to allow for a medical office.

• RZ-2022-2224: Application by Nathan Terry to rezone 0.488 acres from Low Density Residential (LDR) to Professional Business (PB)

The Commission held a workshop meeting to discuss a rezoning application for a medical office. No formal votes or decisions were recorded for the rezoning request or other business items.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on a special exception for a proposed campground on Cedar Creek Road, a variance for lot access off a cul-de-sac on Green Pond Road, and a variance for wall sign size at Continental Tire. The campground application was deferred from the October meeting. The board will make final decisions on all items.

• SE-2022-1556: Special exception for a campground on Cedar Creek Road, ~2 miles south of Great Falls Hwy (TM# 0147-00-001.00)
• VAR-2022-2006: Variance for number of lots accessing off cul-de-sac at 7843 Green Pond Road, Indian Land (TM# 0014-00-007.00)
• VAR-2022-2164: Variance for maximum wall sign size at 1749 MacMillan Park Drive, Fort Mill (TM# 0007-00-008.07)
• Approval of October 4, 2022 minutes

The Board approved a special exception for a campground on Cedar Creek Road with stay-limit conditions. Two variance requests—one for a residential lot subdivision on Green Pond Road and one for a corporate wall sign for Continental Tire—were denied.

• Approved campground exception for Jeremy Scharpenberg with 60-day stay limit and 30-day interim (4-0)
• Denied variance for Wilson Family to create a new lot at 7843 Green Pond Road
• Denied variance for Continental Tire the Americas, LLC for maximum wall sign size at 1749 MacMillan Park Drive
• Requested County Council consider a UDO amendment regarding lot limits on certain roads

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council is meeting to vote on several ordinances, including residential rezoning and updated building codes. The body will also receive an update on airport construction and the five-year capital improvement plan.

• Public hearing and 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1825 to authorize up to $15,000,000 in bonds for the Roselyn Residential Improvement District
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1822 to rezone 19.39 acres at Williamson Farm Lane and 500/516 W. Shiloh Unity Road from Low to Medium Density Residential
• 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1830 to adopt updated Uniform Building Codes
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1824 to add the Greater Indian Land Chamber of Commerce to the Economic Development Advisory Board
• Appointment of Anthony T. White as the Gooches Fire Department Representative to the Fire Commission

Council approved a rezoning request for 19.39 acres to medium density residential and advanced ordinances for the Roselyn Residential Improvement District. The board also approved updated uniform building codes on first reading and appointed a new member to the Fire Commission.

• Approved rezoning 19.39 acres at Williamson Farm Lane and W. Shiloh Unity Road to Medium Density Residential (4-2-1)
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1825 to authorize up to $15,000,000 in bonds for Roselyn Residential Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1829 to remove property from Roselyn Residential Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1830 to adopt updated Uniform Building Codes (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1824 adding Greater Indian Land Chamber of Commerce to Economic Development Advisory Board (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Anthony T. White to the Fire Commission (7-0)
• Approved minutes from October 10, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on several large residential developments, including a 1,019-lot subdivision near Van Wyck Road, a 398-lot cluster subdivision at Shiloh Woods, a 196-lot subdivision at Asbury Lane, and a 99-lot subdivision at Alcott Village. The commission will also vote on minutes from previous meetings. These are recommendations to County Council, which makes final decisions on rezoning and development agreements.

• RZ-2022-0735: Rezone 780.40 acres at 8275 Van Wyck Road from Rural Neighborhood to Medium Density Residential for a 1,019-lot subdivision (CLREF III Acquisitions)
• SD-2022-0733: Preliminary plat for 398-lot cluster subdivision on 169.86 acres at 500/516 W. Shiloh Unity Road (Century Communities)
• RZ-2022-1357: Rezone 95.85 acres west of Possum Hollow Road and Old Bailes Road from Low to Medium Density Residential for a 196-unit subdivision (D.R. Horton)
• SD-2022-1135: Preliminary plat for 99-lot subdivision on 51.28 acres on McIlwain Road (McIlwain Holdings)
• Approve minutes from September 1, September 20, and October 6 meetings

The Lancaster County Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat for the 398-lot Shiloh Woods cluster subdivision (5-0) and its associated development agreement (4-1), both subject to conditions including resolution of traffic and technical review comments and county council rezoning approval. The commission unanimously denied (0-5) the rezoning and development agreement for the proposed 1,019-lot Nisbet subdivision, citing inconsistency with the rural character and future land use plan. A rezoning for the 196-unit Asbury Lane subdivision was approved (5-0) with a recommendation that it not be developed as a cluster subdivision. The 99-lot Alcott Village preliminary plat was also approved (5-0).

• Approved Shiloh Woods preliminary plat (398 lots) 5-0, subject to TRC/TIA comments and rezoning approval
• Approved Shiloh Woods development agreement 4-1, subject to same conditions
• Denied Nisbet rezoning (1,019 lots) 0-5, citing incompatibility with rural land use
• Denied Nisbet development agreement 5-0
• Approved Asbury Lane rezoning (196 units) 5-0, with recommendation against cluster subdivision
• Approved Alcott Village preliminary plat (99 lots) 5-0, subject to TIA comment resolution
• Deferred approval of September workshop and regular meeting minutes to November 15
• Approved October 6 workshop minutes 4-0

Lancaster County Council

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the structure and funding of fire and rescue services, including a proposed merger of the Indian Land and Pleasant Valley Fee Boards. Council is also evaluating growth data and potential amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding outdoor shooting ranges.

• Proposed merger of Indian Land and Pleasant Valley Fire District Fee Boards
• Discussion of increasing rooftop fees from $90 to $275 for certain districts
• Review of 5,187 potential multifamily units in the Panhandle area over the next 48 months
• Proposed UDO amendment to allow outdoor shooting ranges for concealed weapons permit instruction
• Identification of 31 undeveloped sites zoned MDR for potential cluster subdivisions

The Committee of the Whole meeting was procedural and discussion-only; no binding votes were taken on substantive items. Council heard presentations on a potential merger of Pleasant Valley and Indian Land Fire Fee Districts, possible fee increases, and a follow-up on amending the Unified Development Ordinance for outdoor shooting ranges. Staff will bring back proposals in two months for fire service and a text amendment for CWP exemptions in certain zoning districts.

• Approved agenda as submitted (7-0)
• Discussed fire service merger and funding; staff to return in two months
• Discussed UDO amendment for CWP exemptions; staff to bring text amendment
• Discussed growth management; staff to meet with departments
• Adjourned (7-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will receive presentations on the Phase 1 solid waste study and the regional park design update, and will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including ARPA funding for sheriff's vehicles, a budget amendment, a rezoning, and bonds for the Roselyn Residential Improvement District. The agenda also includes a public hearing and third reading of the FY 2022-2023 budget amendment, and a second reading of a rezoning for 19.39 acres on Williamson Farm Lane and W. Shiloh Unity Road.

• Resolution 1222-R2022: Authorize ARPA funding for Sheriff's Office replacement vehicles
• Public hearing and 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1823: Amend FY 2022-2023 budget
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1822: Rezone 19.39 acres at Williamson Farm Lane and 500/516 W. Shiloh Unity Road from LDR to MDR
• 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1825: Approve up to $15,000,000 in bonds for Roselyn Residential Improvement District
• 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1829: Remove property from Roselyn Residential Improvement District

Lancaster County Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 2022-1822, rezoning 19.39 acres at Williamson Farm Lane and 500/516 W. Shiloh Unity Road from Low Density Residential (LDR) to Medium Density Residential (MDR) for a Century Communities cluster subdivision. The vote was 4-2-1, with Chairman Harper recused. Council also approved ARPA funding for Sheriff's replacement vehicles (7-0), the third reading of the FY 2022-2023 budget amendment (7-0), and first readings for Roselyn Residential Improvement District bonds (7-0) and property removal from the district (7-0). After executive session, Council authorized the Vice Chairman to negotiate an employment contract with County Administrator Dennis Marstall (7-0).

• Approved 2nd reading of rezoning 19.39 acres to Medium Density Residential (4-2-1)
• Approved Resolution 1222-R2022 for ARPA funding for Sheriff replacement vehicles (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of FY 2022-2023 budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1825 for Roselyn Residential Improvement District bonds up to $15M (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1829 removing property from Roselyn Residential Improvement District (7-0)
• Authorized Vice Chairman to negotiate employment contract with County Administrator Dennis Marstall (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, grant match resolution, and Economic Development Advisory Board amendment (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review several development applications, including a deferred preliminary plat and development agreement for the 398-lot Shiloh Woods cluster subdivision, a rezoning and development agreement for a 1,019-lot subdivision on Van Wyck Road, a rezoning for a 196-unit subdivision near Possum Hollow Road, and a preliminary plat for a 99-lot subdivision on McIlwain Road. The commission will also get an overview of next month's agenda. These are workshop items, not final decisions.

• SD-2022-0733 / DA-2022-0733: Century Communities' Shiloh Woods — preliminary plat and development agreement for 398-lot cluster subdivision on ~169.86 acres at 500 and 516 W. Shiloh Unity Road (deferred from 9/20/2022)
• RZ-2022-0735 / DA-2022-0735: CLREF III Acquisitions — rezoning and development agreement for 1,019-lot single-family subdivision on ~780.40 acres at 8275 Van Wyck Road
• RZ-2022-1357: DR Horton — rezoning of ~95.85 acres west of Possum Hollow Road and Old Bailes Road from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for a 196-unit subdivision
• SD-2022-1135: McIlwain Holdings — preliminary plat for 99-lot single-family subdivision on 51.28 acres on McIlwain Road between Hunters Ridge Road and Suttle Road
• Shiloh Woods TIA still under review; sewer connection dependent on Roselyn sewer improvements (estimated 12-24 months completion)

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on October 6, 2022, to discuss several development applications, but no formal votes were taken. Items included a 398-lot cluster subdivision by Century Communities (Shiloh Woods), a rezoning request by DR Horton for 196 units, and a 1,019-lot subdivision by CLREF III Acquisitions (Nisbet Property). All decisions were deferred pending further review, including traffic impact analyses and council action.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; all items discussed were workshop items only
• SD-2022-0733 (Shiloh Woods) discussed but deferred pending TIA review and rezoning outcome
• DA-2022-0733 (Shiloh Woods) discussed but dependent on TIA comments
• RZ-2022-1357 (DR Horton/Asbury Lane) discussed; rezoning to MDR without CSO request
• SD-2022-1135 (Alcott Village) discussed; revised plan with reduced lot sizes and road reconfiguration
• RZ-2022-0735 (Nisbet Property) discussed; concerns about density, cemetery, and infrastructure
• DA-2022-0735 (Nisbet Property) discussed; impact fees not negotiable, first responders from Van Wyck

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request by Jeremy Scharpenberg to establish a campground in the Agricultural Residential District. The proposed development includes 166 sites with utilities, a clubhouse, pool, and other recreational amenities.

• SE-2022-1556: Special Exception request for a campground on Cedar Creek Road (TM# 0147-00-001.00)
• Proposed 166-site campground featuring a dog park, playground, sport court, and amphitheater
• Staff recommendation to limit maximum length of stay to 30 days
• Technical Review Committee concerns regarding one-way road safety and stormwater management
• Fire Marshal requirement for more than one entrance/egress point for developments over 100 units

The Board of Zoning Appeals voted 3-1 to defer a decision on a special exception application for a 166-site campground on Cedar Creek Road until the November 1, 2022 meeting. The applicant, Jeremy Scharpenberg, proposed the campground to serve the new Whitewater Center and employ special needs adults. Board members cited the need for more time to review information and concerns about traffic, density, and environmental impacts. The motion to defer passed with three votes in favor and one against.

• Deferred vote on SE-20221556 Scharpenberg campground special exception to November 1, 2022 (3-1)
• Approved agenda by unanimous consent
• Approved minutes from July 5, 2022 by unanimous consent

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hold third readings on ordinances to rezone about 50.77 acres at 9224 Tadlock Drive to Regional Business and approve a development agreement for a 238-unit multifamily apartment community with commercial outparcels. The council will also consider a budget amendment, a rezoning for 19.39 acres near Williamson Farm Lane, and an interim Unified Development Ordinance creating flexible zoning districts. Several presentations and appointments are also on the agenda.

• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1813 to rezone 5 parcels (50.77 acres) at 9224 Tadlock Drive from NB/GB to RB
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1814 approving a development agreement for a 238-unit multifamily apartment community with commercial outparcels
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1823 amending the FY 2022-2023 budget
• 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1822 to rezone 19.39 acres at Williamson Farm Lane and 500/516 W. Shiloh Unity Road from LDR to MDR
• 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1811 to amend the Unified Development Ordinance creating flexible zoning districts (FR, FNR, FMU)

Lancaster County Council approved the third reading of Ordinance 2022-1813, rezoning five parcels totaling 50.77 acres at 9224 Tadlock Drive from Neighborhood Business and General Business to Regional Business, allowing a 238-unit multifamily project with commercial outparcels. The vote was 5-2. Council also approved a related development agreement (Ordinance 2022-1814) as amended, 5-2, and passed a budget amendment (Ordinance 2022-1823) 7-0. A first reading of an interim Unified Development Ordinance died due to lack of a second.

• Approved 3rd reading of rezoning for 50.77 acres at 9224 Tadlock Drive to Regional Business (5-2)
• Approved 3rd reading of development agreement for 238-unit multifamily project with commercial outparcels, as amended (5-2)
• Approved 2nd reading of FY 2022-2023 budget amendment, including $35,000 for fire service tires (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of rezoning 19.39 acres at Williamson Farm Lane to Medium Density Residential (4-2-1)
• Approved 1st reading to add Greater Indian Land Chamber of Commerce to Economic Development Advisory Board (7-0)
• Approved appointments to Health and Wellness Commission (6-0-1)
• Passed motion to instruct staff to propose UDO text amendment allowing billboards in institutional districts with conditions (5-2)
• First reading of interim Unified Development Ordinance died from lack of a second

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on several rezoning and development applications, including a 112.5-acre rezoning for a 179-lot subdivision on Vance Baker Road, a 398-lot cluster subdivision on Shiloh Unity Road, and a commercial rezoning on Kohut Road. The commission will also consider a text amendment to the Highway Corridor Overlay District requested by MUSC. These items will be forwarded to County Council for final decisions.

• RZ-2022-1527: Rezone 112.5 acres at 2991 Vance Baker Road from LDR to MDR for 179-lot single-family development
• DA-2022-1527: Development agreement for 112.75 acres for Arbor Walk subdivision
• SD-2022-0733: Preliminary plat for 398-lot cluster subdivision on 169.86 acres at 500/516 W. Shiloh Unity Road
• RZ-2022-1566: Rezone 0.621 acres at 9851 Kohut Road from MDR to General Business
• RZ-2022-1759: Rezone 4.84 acres at 4263 Doby's Bridge Road from LDR to Institutional for daycare

The Lancaster County Planning Commission unanimously denied a rezoning request and a development agreement for Arbor Walk LLC's proposed 179-lot single-family development on Vance Baker Road, citing incomplete access and road concerns. The Commission also denied a UDO amendment for MUSC's hospital project, approved a daycare rezoning, and deferred two Shiloh Woods subdivision items. All denied items will go to County Council for final consideration.

• Denied RZ-2022-1527 Arbor Walk LLC rezoning from LDR to MDR for 112.5 acres (4-0)
• Denied DA-2022-1527 Arbor Walk LLC development agreement for 179-lot subdivision (4-0)
• Denied UDO-TA-2022-0172 Keith Corporation/MUSC amendment to Highway Corridor Overlay District (1-3)
• Approved RZ-2022-1759 King's Mountain LLC rezoning to Institutional for daycare on Doby's Bridge Road (4-0)
• Deferred SD-2022-0733 Century Communities/Shiloh Woods preliminary plat to October 18, 2022 (4-0)
• Deferred DA-2022-0733 Century Communities/Shiloh Woods development agreement to October 18, 2022 (4-0)
• Noted withdrawal of RZ-2022-1566 Chernyak rezoning application for 9851 Kohut Road
• Approved August 16, 2022 regular minutes; deferred September 1, 2022 workshop minutes to October 18, 2022

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss the potential donation of the Old Library, Old Jail, and Clemson Extension Building. The body will also receive updates on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and the Unified Development Ordinance rewrite.

• Proposed donation of Old Library, Old Jail, and Clemson Extension Building to the Historical Preservation Society
• Potential sale of county-owned land at the corner of Pageland Highway and Garnette Road
• Discussion on amending Unified Development Ordinance Section 5.5.12 regarding Outdoor Shooting Ranges
• Update on the Lancaster 2040 Comprehensive Plan draft vision and guiding principles
• UDO Rewrite project update on Introduction Chapter, Zoning Districts, and Use Standards

The Lancaster County Council discussed donating the Old Library, Old Jail, and Clemson Extension Building to the Lancaster County Society for Historical Preservation, with plans to declare the property surplus, appraise it, and establish an ordinance. No formal action was taken; the ordinance is expected after January. The council also received updates on the Lancaster 2040 Comprehensive Plan and the Unified Development Ordinance rewrite, and discussed selling county-owned land on Pageland Highway and amending the UDO regarding outdoor shooting ranges, but no decisions were made on these items.

• Approved agenda as submitted (6-0)
• Discussed donation of historic buildings to preservation society; no action taken
• Received update on Lancaster 2040 Comprehensive Plan; no action
• Received UDO consultant update; no action
• Discussed potential sale of county property on Pageland Highway; no action
• Discussed UDO amendment for shooting ranges; requested research for October meeting
• Adjourned (4-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is meeting to vote on several rezoning and development items, including final approval of the Redstone Phase II project, a 370-unit residential and commercial development. The council will also hold public hearings on a rezoning and development agreement for a 238-unit apartment complex near Tadlock Drive, and consider a budget amendment and an interim zoning ordinance. Several items are final readings of ordinances previously passed, while others are new or public hearing items.

• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1819: Rezone 25.79 acres from Regional Business to Mixed Use for Redstone Investors
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1820: Approve master plan for 370-unit residential community and 24,000 sq ft commercial at Redstone Phase II
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1821: Approve development agreement with Redstone Investors for the 370-unit project
• Public hearing and 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1813: Rezone 50.77 acres at 9224 Tadlock Drive to Regional Business for Two Capital Partners
• 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1811: Interim Unified Development Ordinance creating flexible zoning districts

Council approved three ordinances for the Redstone Phase II development: rezoning 25.79 acres to Mixed Use, a master development plan for 370 residential units and 24,000 sq ft of commercial space, and a development agreement. All three passed 5-2. Council also approved a budget amendment (7-0), accepted a donated property for an EMS site (7-0), and advanced a rezoning for 238 multifamily units at Tadlock Drive (6-1). A rezoning for 398 homes on Williamson Farm Lane failed 2-4, but was later reconsidered for debate at the next meeting.

• Approved 3rd Reading of Redstone Phase II rezoning (Ordinance 2022-1819) 5-2
• Approved 3rd Reading of Redstone Phase II master development plan (Ordinance 2022-1820) 5-2
• Approved 3rd Reading of Redstone Phase II development agreement (Ordinance 2022-1821) as amended 5-2
• Approved 1st Reading of budget amendment (Ordinance 2022-1823) 7-0
• Approved acceptance of donated 1.745-acre parcel for EMS site (Resolution 1218-R2022) 7-0
• Approved 2nd Reading of rezoning for 238 multifamily units at Tadlock Drive (Ordinance 2022-1813) 6-1
• Approved 2nd Reading of development agreement for Two Capital Partners (Ordinance 2022-1814) as amended 6-1
• Failed 1st Reading of rezoning for 398 homes on Williamson Farm Lane (Ordinance 2022-1822) 2-4; later reconsidered 4-2

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is discussing multiple applications for residential subdivisions and zoning changes. Key items include a 404-lot cluster subdivision and several requests to rezone land for residential, commercial, or institutional use.

• Century Communities: Preliminary plat and development agreement for a 404-lot cluster subdivision on 173.52 acres at 500 and 516 W. Shiloh Unity Road
• Arbor Walk, LLC: Rezoning of 112.5 acres at 2991 Vance Baker Road from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for a 179-lot development
• Svyatoslav Chernyak: Rezoning of 0.621 acres at 9851 Kohut Road from Medium Density Residential to General Business
• King's Mountain Self-Storage LLC: Rezoning of 4.84 acres at 4263 Doby's Bridge Road from Low Density Residential to Institutional for a daycare facility
• Keith Corporation/MUSC: Application to amend Unified Development Ordinance Section 4.3.2 regarding the Highway Corridor Overlay District

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on September 1, 2022, discussing seven items including a UDO amendment, two subdivisions, two rezoning requests, and two development agreements. No formal votes or decisions were taken; all items were presented by staff for discussion only.

• No decisions made; workshop meeting only

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is meeting to vote on several rezoning ordinances, including a third reading for a new detention center on Pageland Highway and second readings for the Redstone mixed-use development with 370 housing units. The council will also approve annual assessment rolls for improvement districts and discuss a traffic calming program update.

• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1815 to rezone 63.8 acres on Pageland Highway for a new detention center
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1820 for Redstone Phase II: 370-unit residential community and 24,000 sq ft commercial
• Resolution 1217-R2022 authorizing up to $650,000 in general obligation bonds for Reid Pointe Special Tax District
• Public comment on the 2022 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
• Update on Pilot Traffic Calming Program; Niven Road to get first speed table

Council approved third reading of rezoning for a new detention center on Pageland Highway, and advanced second readings for Redstone Phase II development including 370 residential units and commercial space. All six improvement district assessment rolls and Reid Pointe special tax district resolutions were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including 3rd reading of detention center rezoning (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of rezoning at 7580 Charlotte Highway to General Business (5-2)
• Approved 2nd reading of Redstone Phase II rezoning to Mixed Use (6-1)
• Approved 2nd reading of Redstone Phase II master development plan (6-1)
• Approved 2nd reading of development agreement with Redstone Investors (6-1)
• Approved annual assessment rolls for Edgewater, Sun City, Walnut Creek improvement districts (7-0 each)
• Approved levy and bond issuance for Reid Pointe Special Tax District (7-0 each)
• Held second readings for Two Capital Partners rezoning and development agreement

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review requests to rezone parcels for residential and institutional uses. The body will make recommendations to the County Council on these items.

• RZ-2022-0733: Rezone 19.93 acres at Williamson Farm Road and 500/516 W. Shiloh Unity Road from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential
• RZ-2022-1418: Rezone 0.285 acres at 125 Tram Road from Medium Density Residential to Institutional for Elgin Volunteer Fire Department
• RZ-2022-1428: Rezone 0.7 acres at 106 N. Floyd Street, Kershaw from Commercial to Residential

Lancaster County Council

The County Council Committee of the Whole will discuss several proposed ordinances and service structures. Key topics include a new trespassing ordinance for county property, a nuisance conditions inventory, and the future funding of fire and rescue services.

• Proposed ordinance regarding trespassing on County property
• Review of nuisance conditions map identifying over 650 properties with $100,000 budget for remediation
• Discussion of fire service structure and a proposed new rooftop fee for a merged Indian Land and Pleasant Valley Fire District
• Discussion of Ordinance 2022-1811 to create three new Flexible Zoning Districts (FR, FNR, and FMU)
• Proposed conversion of five Mixed-Use zoning districts into legacy districts

The Lancaster County Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting with no formal votes on substantive items. They discussed creating a trespassing ordinance for county property, reviewed a countywide nuisance property inventory (650+ properties), began a long-term review of fire and rescue services structure, and considered an interim Unified Development Ordinance. The only actions were approving the agenda (6-0) and adjourning (7-0).

• Approved agenda as submitted (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)
• Discussed trespassing ordinance for county property — no action
• Reviewed nuisance property inventory — no action
• Discussed fire and rescue services structure — no action
• Discussed interim UDO — no action

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is holding a regular meeting with several significant items. They will receive updates on the future regional park's design and public input, consider resolutions to allocate ARPA funds for an EMS bus, premium pay for Pleasant Valley Fire Department, and the Council on Aging, and vote on multiple rezoning ordinances and development agreements, including a large mixed-use project by Redstone Investors. The meeting also includes public hearings for several rezoning requests and appointments to boards.

• ARPA funding resolutions for EMS bus, Pleasant Valley Fire Department premium pay, and Council on Aging
• Rezoning ~63.8 acres on Pageland Highway for new detention center (Ordinance 2022-1815)
• Rezoning 25.79 acres to Mixed Use for Redstone Phase II, including 370-unit residential community and 24,000 sq ft commercial (Ordinances 2022-1819, 2022-1820, 2022-1821)
• Rezoning ~50.77 acres at 9224 Tadlock Drive to Regional Business for 238-unit multifamily community (Ordinances 2022-1813, 2022-1814)
• Rezoning 1.863 acres at 7580 Charlotte Highway to General Business for alcohol sales (Ordinance 2022-1816)

Lancaster County Council approved three ARPA funding resolutions: $975,000 for an EMS mass transport bus, $48,000 for premium pay for 16 Pleasant Valley Fire Department employees, and $18,000 for the Council on Aging. The council also approved several rezoning ordinances, including a 5-2 vote to rezone 7580 Charlotte Highway to allow alcohol sales, and denied a rezoning for property next to St. Luke's Methodist Church. The meeting included presentations on the regional park and the Dixie State Softball Tournament.

• Approved Resolution 1207-R2022 for $975,000 ARPA funding for EMS bus (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1208-R2022 for $48,000 ARPA premium pay for Pleasant Valley Fire Department (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1209-R2022 for $18,000 ARPA funding for Council on Aging (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1816 rezoning 7580 Charlotte Highway to GB (5-2)
• Denied 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1818 rezoning next to St. Luke's Methodist Church (2-4, 1 abstain)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1819 rezoning for Redstone Phase II (6-1)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1820 master development plan for Redstone Phase II (6-1)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1821 development agreement with Redstone Investors (6-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several rezoning applications and a development agreement for a new residential project. The body will review requests to change land use for residential, institutional, and commercial properties.

• RZ-2022-0733: Request to rezone 19.93 acres at Williamson Farm Road and W. Shiloh Unity Road from LDR to MDR-CSO
• RZ-2022-1418: Request to rezone 0.285 acres at 125 Tram Road from MDR to Institutional for Elgin Volunteer Fire Department
• RZ-2022-1428: Request to rezone 0.7 acres at 106 N. Floyd Street from Commercial (B1) to Residential (R6)
• RZ-2022-1527: Request to rezone 112.5 acres at 2991 Vance Baker Road from LDR to MDR for a 179-lot development
• DA-2022-1527: Development Agreement for the 179-lot residential project at 2991 Vance Baker Road

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on August 4, 2022, and discussed several rezoning requests but took no formal votes. The commission deferred the Arbor Walk rezoning and development agreement to September due to access issues. Other items, including Shiloh Woods, Elgin Fire Department, and Marilyn Thompson rezonings, were discussed but not decided.

• Deferred RZ-2022-1527 Arbor Walk rezoning to September
• Deferred DA-2022-1527 Arbor Walk development agreement to September

Lancaster County Council

The Council is reviewing the allocation of $19,037,682 in federal ARPA funds and considering new projects. Members are also discussing an ordinance to create three new Flexible Zoning Districts and convert existing mixed-use districts into legacy districts.

• Proposed $1,012,010 for an EMS mass transport bus
• Ordinance 2022-1811 to create Flexible Zoning Districts (FR, FNR, and FMU)
• Potential $90,000 in ARPA funds for Pleasant Valley Fire District premium pay
• Proposed $1,000,000 for Registration and Elections new and expanded facility
• Proposed $900,000 for Ander Vincent Culvert Replacement

The Committee of the Whole meeting was largely informational, with no formal votes on substantive items. Council discussed potential ARPA-funded projects, including an EMS mass transit bus and Fire Rescue service trucks, but took no action. They also reviewed the interim Unified Development Ordinance and legacy subdivision safety concerns, with further discussion planned. The only votes were procedural: approving the agenda and entering/exiting executive session.

• Approved agenda as submitted (7-0)
• Moved into executive session for legal briefing and economic development incentives (7-0)
• Moved out of executive session (5-0; Carnes, Mosteller absent)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on several rezoning and development requests, including the large Redstone Phase II project. They will also elect officers for the coming year and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• RZ-2022-0672 Purser: Rezone 1 acre at 7984 Taxahaw Road from Rural Business to Agricultural Residential
• RZ/MX/DA-2021-1650 Redstone Phase II: Rezone 25.79 acres to Mixed Use, approve master plan for 370 residential units and 24,000 sq ft commercial
• RZ-2022-1329 Hovey: Rezone 0.67 acres on John Truesdale Road from Manufactured Housing to Low Density Residential
• RZ-2022-1399 St. Luke's: Rezone 0.439 acres near 2404 Old Camden Highway from Institutional to Medium Density Residential
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022-2023

The Lancaster County Planning Commission approved the rezoning (6-0) and Master Development Plan (5-1) for the Redstone II mixed-use project, which includes 354 residential units and 24,000 square feet of commercial space. However, the Development Agreement failed in a 3-3 tie vote. The commission also approved several other rezoning requests, including the Purser, Hovey, and St. Luke's properties.

• Approved RZ-2021-1650 Redstone II rezoning from Regional Business to Mixed Use (6-0)
• Approved MX-2021-1650 Redstone II Master Development Plan with conditions, including pedestrian crossing on Opportunity Drive (5-1)
• Denied DA-2021-1650 Redstone II Development Agreement (3-3 tie, motion failed)
• Approved RZ-2022-0672 Purser rezoning from Rural Business to Agricultural Residential (4-2)
• Approved RZ-2022-1329 Hovey rezoning from Manufactured Housing to Low Density Residential (6-0)
• Approved RZ-2022-1399 St. Luke's rezoning from Institutional to Medium Density Residential (6-0)
• Elected Charles Deese as Chair and James Barnett as Vice-Chair for 2022-2023 (5-0 each)

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and a fee-in-lieu of taxes agreement. The body is also considering resolutions regarding the Catawba Regional Council of Government and the American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission.

• Rezoning of 63.8 acres at 1578, 1586, 1592, 1604 & 1656 Pageland Highway to Institutional District for a new detention center
• Rezoning of 1.863 acres at 7580 Charlotte Highway to General Business District to allow alcohol, beer, and wine sales
• Amended and Restated Economic Development Agreement with Don Construction Products regarding fee-in-lieu of taxes
• Resolution 1206-R2022 to amend Catawba Regional Council of Government governance and dues, potentially reducing Lancaster dues by $1,183
• Resolution 1205-R2022 to recognize the Lancaster County 250 Committee with a $3,000 state grant

The council approved three resolutions and ordinances, including rezoning five parcels on Pageland Highway for a new detention center, extending an economic development agreement with Don Construction Products, and supporting the Lancaster County 250 Committee. It also approved changes to the Catawba Regional Council of Governments governance and dues structure. A motion to reconsider the airport terminal project was withdrawn after discussion.

• Approved Resolution 1205-R2022 supporting the SC American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1206-R2022 approving Catawba COG governance and dues changes (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1812 extending Don Construction Products fee-in-lieu agreement (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1815 rezoning 63.8 acres on Pageland Highway for new detention center (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1816 rezoning 7580 Charlotte Highway from NB to GB (6-1, Carnes opposed)
• Withdrew motion to reconsider airport terminal construction after discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is discussing several rezoning requests and development plans. The most significant is a proposal for a 354-unit residential and 24,000 square foot commercial project known as Redstone Phase II.

• Redstone Phase II: Proposed rezoning of 25.79 acres to Mixed Use for 354 residential units and 24,000 sq ft of commercial space
• RZ-2022-0672: Request to rezone 1 acre at 7984 Taxahaw Road from Rural Business to Agricultural Residential
• RZ-2022-1329: Request to rezone 0.67 acres on John Truesdale Road from Manufactured Housing to Low Density Residential
• RZ-2022-1399: Request to rezone 0.439 acres at 2404 Old Camden Highway from Institutional to Medium Density Residential
• DA-2021-1650: Proposed Development Agreement for Redstone Phase II

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on July 7, 2022, hearing several rezoning and development applications. No formal votes were taken; the items were discussed for future action. The applications included a rezoning for a former commercial building, a large mixed-use development, and several smaller rezoning requests.

• Heard rezoning application RZ-2022-0672 Purser for 1-acre at 7984 Taxahaw Road (no vote)
• Heard rezoning RZ-2021-1650 Redstone II for 25.79 acres to Mixed Use (no vote)
• Heard master development plan MX-2021-1650 Redstone II for 354 units and 24,000 sq ft commercial (no vote)
• Heard development agreement DA-2021-1650 Redstone II (no vote)
• Heard rezoning RZ-2022-1329 Hovey for 0.67 acres on John Truesdale Road (no vote)
• Heard rezoning RZ-2022-1399 St. Luke's for 0.439 acres on Old Camden Highway (no vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to conduct an administrative review and discuss continuing education requirements. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from November 2, 2021.

• Administrative review by Senior Planner Ashley Davis
• Presentation on continuing education resources by Clerk Jennifer Bryan
• Approval of November 2, 2021 meeting minutes

The Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals held a regular meeting with no public hearing items. The board unanimously elected Frances Liu as chair and Beverly Williams as vice chair for 2022-23, approved the agenda and prior minutes, and discussed continuing education resources and upcoming agenda items.

• Elected Frances Liu as Board Chair (6-0)
• Elected Beverly Williams as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 2, 2021 (unanimous)

Lancaster County Council

The Council is meeting to decide on the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget, including tax millage rates and fees. The body will also consider several rezoning requests and an economic development agreement with Don Construction Products.

• 3rd Reading of Ordinance 2022-1803: FY 2022-2023 Budget and millage rates
• 3rd Reading of Ordinance 2022-1807: Rezoning 0.728 acres at Old Dixie Road and Gardner Avenue to General Business
• 3rd Reading of Ordinance 2022-1808: Rezoning 43.57 acres at Fork Hill Road and Little Dude Avenue to Medium Density Residential
• 2nd Reading of Ordinance 2022-1812: Amended Economic Development Agreement with Don Construction Products
• Resolution 1204-R2022: Authorization of ARPA funding for Sheriff's Office replacement vehicles

The Lancaster County Council approved the FY2022-23 budget ordinance, including amendments to increase airport terminal funding by $106,650 and add $75,500 in state funding for the Coroner's Office and other offices. The budget was balanced with no property tax increase. The council also approved ARPA funding for 12 Sheriff's Office replacement vehicles and a change order for the Old Bailes Road culvert project.

• Approved FY2022-23 budget ordinance as amended (7-0)
• Amended budget to increase airport terminal project funding to $3,496,650 (4-3)
• Amended budget to add $75,500 in state funding for Coroner's Office and other offices (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1204-R2022 authorizing ARPA funding for 12 Sheriff's replacement vehicles (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1197-R2022 for Change Order #3 on Old Bailes Road culvert project (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including two rezoning ordinances and amended economic development agreement (7-0)
• Approved FY2021-22 budget amendment including $120,000 for legal settlement (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several rezoning applications and a development agreement. The body is reviewing requests for mixed-use commercial and residential projects, a new detention center, and alcohol sales at a shopping center.

• RZ-2021-2803: Rezoning 50.7 acres at 9224 Tadlock Drive to Regional Business for mixed commercial and multi-family residential use
• DA-2021-2803: Development Agreement for 50.7 acres at 9224 Tadlock Drive
• RZ-2022-0978: Rezoning 64.8 acres at #1578, 1586, 1592, 1604 & 1656 Pageland Highway to Institutional for a new Detention Center
• RZ-2022-0812: Rezoning 1.863 acres at 7580 Charlotte Highway to General Business for alcohol, beer, and wine sales

The Lancaster County Planning Commission approved a rezoning and development agreement for a 238-unit multifamily community with commercial outparcels at 9224 Tadlock Drive, adding a condition for a southbound right-turn lane on Hwy 521. The commission also unanimously approved a rezoning for a new county detention center on Pageland Highway and approved a rezoning to allow alcohol sales at a Charlotte Highway shopping center. All items will go to County Council for final consideration.

• Approved RZ-2021-2803 rezoning of 50.7 acres at 9224 Tadlock Drive to Regional Business with added southbound turn lane condition (3-2)
• Approved DA-2021-2803 development agreement for Tadlock Drive with staff conditions (3-2)
• Approved RZ-2022-0978 rezoning of 64.8 acres on Pageland Highway for new Detention Center (5-0)
• Approved RZ-2022-0812 rezoning of 1.863 acres at 7580 Charlotte Highway to General Business (4-1)
• Approved June 2, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

The County Council is reviewing the allocation of $19,037,682 in federal ARPA funds and potential new projects. Members will also discuss the bond issuance process for the Roselyn Residential Improvement District and billboard zoning.

• Proposed $1 million for Barnett Building renovations
• Proposed $660,000 for 12 Sheriff's Office vehicles
• Proposed $1.5 million for an EMS Mass Transport Bus
• Discussion of $40 million in bonds for Roselyn Residential Improvement District infrastructure
• Review of zoning and land use restrictions for billboards

The Committee of the Whole meeting was informational, with no formal votes on substantive items. Council reviewed ARPA fund allocations ($19M total, $12.2M committed), heard a proposal for a new fire station, discussed billboard regulations and a land-for-lease offer, and received a justice planner's recommendation for a 300-bed detention center. The only actions were approving the agenda and adjourning, both 7-0.

• Approved agenda as submitted (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)
• Discussed ARPA fund allocations and remaining $5.1M
• Heard request for Pleasant Valley Fire Station 2 funding
• Discussed billboard regulations and land lease proposal
• Received detention center bed and courtroom recommendations

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is holding its regular meeting on June 13, 2022, with a full agenda that includes final votes on the FY2022-23 budget, several rezonings, and a series of Project Genesis-related ordinances and resolutions. The council will also hear a presentation on State Accommodations Tax fund recommendations and consider appointments to boards and commissions. Several items are on the consent agenda, meaning they were previously discussed and are expected to pass as a group unless a member pulls them for individual consideration.

• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1803, the FY2022-23 budget, setting millage rates and fees
• Public hearings and 3rd readings for Ordinances 2022-1804 and 2022-1805, converting and amending Project Genesis fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreements
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1802 to rezone 38.92 acres at Highway 9 and Catoe Road from LDR to MDR
• Resolution 1199-R2022 to endorse $81,441 in State Accommodations Tax fund distributions, including $27,000 for Carolina's Chili Championship
• 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1812, an amended economic development agreement with Don Construction Products

Lancaster County Council approved the FY 2022-2023 budget on second reading by a 5-2 vote, after adopting an amendment that incorporated the Sheriff's career ladder proposal, removed millage increases except for debt service, and adjusted impact fees for inflation. The council also approved several rezoning ordinances, fee-in-lieu agreements for Nutramax (formerly Project Genesis), and a budget amendment for FY 2021-22 that included $120,000 for a condemnation settlement. All other agenda items passed unanimously.

• Approved FY 2022-2023 budget on 2nd reading as amended (5-2)
• Approved FY 2021-2022 budget amendment including $120,000 for Regent Parkway settlement (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of rezoning 38.92 acres from LDR to MDR at Hwy 9 & Catoe Rd (consent agenda)
• Approved 2nd reading of rezoning 0.728 acres from RN to GB at Old Dixie Rd & Gardner Ave (consent agenda)
• Approved 2nd reading of rezoning 43.57 acres from HDR to MDR at Fork Hill Rd & Little Dude Ave (consent agenda)
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1804, transferring Cardinal Health fee agreement to Nutramax (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1805, amending fee agreement for Nutramax (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1812, extending Don Construction Products investment period to 7 years (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a proposal to create three new Flexible Zoning Districts and convert five existing Mixed-Use districts into legacy districts. The body will also consider a rezoning request for a property on Taxahaw Road.

• UDO-TA-2021-2980: Proposed amendment to create Flexible Zoning Districts (FR, FNR, and FMU)
• RZ-2022-0672: Request to rezone 1 acre at 7984 Taxahaw Road from Rural Business to Agricultural Residential
• Proposed modifications to the Cluster Subdivision Overlay District

The Lancaster County Planning Commission approved the interim UDO amendment (UDO-TA-2021-2980) with Option 3, which retains the Cluster Subdivision Overlay District only for properties already zoned MDR at the time of enactment, and adopted staff comments. The motion passed 5-1 after a previous motion with Option 2 (deletion of CSO) failed 3-3. The item will go to County Council for consideration. The commission also denied a rezoning request (RZ-2022-0672) for a 1-acre parcel at 7984 Taxahaw Road from Rural Business to Agricultural Residential due to a 3-3 tie vote.

• Approved UDO interim ordinance with CSO Option 3 (5-1)
• Denied rezoning RZ-2022-0672 at 7984 Taxahaw Road (3-3 tie)
• Approved March 15, 2022 minutes (4-0, Levine and Hinson abstained)
• Approved May 17, 2022 minutes (5-0, Patterson abstained)
• Approved May 17, 2022 minutes (4-0, Barnett and Levine abstained)
• Approved agenda (6-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hold public hearings and take votes on the FY 2022-23 budget, two rezoning requests, and several ordinances related to Project Genesis and property conveyance. The agenda also includes an executive session on personnel matters and a deferred resolution for the Old Bailes Road culvert replacement.

• Public hearing and 2nd reading of FY 2022-23 budget ordinance (Ordinance 2022-1803)
• Public hearing and 1st reading for rezoning 0.728 acres at Old Dixie Road and Gardner Avenue to General Business (Ordinance 2022-1807)
• Public hearing and 1st reading for rezoning 43.57 acres at Fork Hill Road and Little Dude Avenue to Medium Density Residential (Ordinance 2022-1808)
• 2nd reading of ordinance to rezone 38.92 acres at Highway 9 and Catoe Road to Medium Density Residential (Ordinance 2022-1802)
• Resolution to approve additional funding for Old Bailes Road culvert replacement (deferred from prior meeting)

Lancaster County Council deferred second reading of the FY2022-23 budget ordinance to the June 13, 2022 meeting, after members debated millage increases and employee raises. The council approved several consent agenda items, including rezoning and fee agreement transfers, and authorized a $120,000 settlement in a lawsuit. No final budget decision was made.

• Deferred FY2022-23 budget ordinance to June 13, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including rezoning 38.92 acres from LDR to MDR (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including transfer of Cardinal Health fee agreement (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including conveyance of county property by quit claim deed (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1196-R2022 consenting to assignment of lease and millage rate agreement to Project Genesis (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1198-R2022 establishing local option sales tax credit factor for 2022 (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of rezoning 0.728 acres from RN to GB for Trendsetters Salon (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of rezoning 43.57 acres from HDR to MDR for single-family development (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning and a development agreement for a mixed commercial and multi-family project. The body will also review a request to convert a commercial building into a residence and discuss an interim ordinance.

• RZ-2021-2803: Rezoning 50.7 acres at 9224 Tadlock Drive from NB and GB to RB for mixed commercial and multi-family residential use
• DA-2021-2803: Development Agreement for 50.7 acres at 9224 Tadlock Drive
• RZ-2022-0672: Rezoning 1 acre at 7984 Taxahaw Road from RUB to AR to convert a commercial building to a residence
• Discussion regarding an Interim Ordinance

The Lancaster County Planning Commission voted unanimously to defer the Two Capital Partners rezoning and development agreement items to June 21, 2022, and the Purser rezoning to June 2, 2022. The commission also approved the amended agenda. No public comments were made, and the minutes from March 15 and May 5 were forwarded to the next meeting due to lack of quorum.

• Deferred RZ-2021-2803 Two Capital Partners rezoning to June 21, 2022 (4-0)
• Deferred DA-2021-2803 Two Capital Partners development agreement to June 21, 2022 (4-0)
• Deferred RZ-2022-0672 Purser rezoning to June 2, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved amended agenda (4-0)
• Forwarded March 15, 2022 minutes to next meeting due to lack of quorum
• Forwarded May 5, 2022 minutes to next meeting due to lack of quorum

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is reviewing two proposals to utilize $334,213 in previously approved ARPA funds for homeless support following the closure of The Carriage Inn. The body will also receive a presentation on the county's Comprehensive Plan and discuss fire fee districts and deteriorating private roads.

• Proposal to use $334,213 in ARPA funds for a case manager and either scattered rental housing or a permanent shelter
• Comprehensive Plan presentation including survey results from 1,945 participants
• Evaluation of Fire Fee District requests and fire services
• Discussion regarding deteriorating private roads

The Committee of the Whole meeting was informational only, with no formal votes on substantive items. Council heard a comprehensive plan update, a homeless support proposal using previously authorized ARPA funds, a fire fee district evaluation, and a discussion on deteriorating private roads. No decisions were made, but the administrator was directed to execute the homeless subrecipient agreement based on council comments.

• Approved agenda as submitted (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on a rezoning of 38.92 acres from LDR to MDR for a single-family neighborhood, plus first readings on ordinances related to Project Genesis fee agreements, the FY 2022-23 budget, and other items. The agenda also includes an executive session on litigation, economic development, and personnel matters, and recognition of a Medal of Valor recipient.

• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1802 to rezone 38.92 acres at Hwy 9 and Catoe Rd from LDR to MDR
• 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1804 to transfer Cardinal Health fee-in-lieu-of-tax arrangement to Project Genesis
• 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1805 to amend existing fee agreement for Project Genesis
• 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1803 for FY 2022-23 budget, millage rates, and fees
• Resolution 1197-R2022 for additional funding for Old Bailes Road culvert replacement

The Lancaster County Council held its regular meeting on May 9, 2022, and took several actions. The most significant was the first reading of the FY 2022-23 budget ordinance, which was passed as amended to include a 5% pay increase for all employees, with an additional 1% for those below their minimum pay grade. The council also approved first readings for rezoning, economic development agreements with Project Genesis, and other ordinances. A change order for the Old Bailes Road culvert project was tabled for legal review.

• Approved first reading of FY 2022-23 budget ordinance as amended (7-0)
• Approved amendment for 5% employee raise, plus 1% for those below minimum (6-1)
• Rejected amendment for raises only for grades 12 and below (1-6)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 38.92 acres from LDR to MDR (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Project Genesis fee agreement transfer (7-0)
• Approved first reading of amended fee agreement for Project Genesis (7-0)
• Tabled Old Bailes Road culvert change order for attorney review (7-0)
• Authorized engagement of architects for old EMS building renovation (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review requests to rezone parcels for residential and business use. The body will also receive a presentation on the current status of the Comprehensive Plan.

• RZ-2021-0355: Request to rezone 0.728 acres at 547 Old Dixie Road from Rural Neighborhood to General Business
• RZ-2022-0412: Request to rezone 43.67 acres at Fork Hill Road and Little Dude Avenue from High Density Residential to Medium Density Residential
• RZ-2022-0387 and DA-2022-0387: Arbor Walk application for 112.5 acres at 2991 Vance Baker Road (applicant requested deferral to June 21, 2022)
• Comprehensive Plan Presentation regarding gathered information and emerging themes

The Lancaster County Planning Commission approved two rezoning requests: a 0.728-acre parcel at 547 Old Dixie Road from Rural Neighborhood to General Business for a salon and boutique, and a 43.67-acre parcel at Fork Hill Road and Little Dude Avenue from High Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for a single-family development. Both were approved unanimously (5-0) and will go to County Council. The Commission also deferred the Arbor Walk rezoning and development agreement to June 21, 2022, at the applicant's request, and deferred approval of the March 15, 2022 minutes due to lack of quorum.

• Approved RZ-2022-0355 Couch: rezone 0.728 acres at 547 Old Dixie Road from Rural Neighborhood to General Business (5-0)
• Approved RZ-2022-0412 Coulston: rezone 43.67 acres at Fork Hill Road and Little Dude Avenue from High Density Residential to Medium Density Residential (5-0)
• Deferred RZ-2022-0387 Arbor Walk: 112.5-acre rezoning at 2991 Vance Baker Road to June 21, 2022
• Deferred DA-2022-0387 Arbor Walk: development agreement for 233-lot subdivision to June 21, 2022
• Deferred approval of March 15, 2022 minutes to May 17, 2022 due to insufficient quorum
• Approved April 19, 2022 minutes (4-0, Neely abstained)
• Approved amended agenda (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is reviewing the Administrator's recommended budget for the next fiscal year. The proposal includes a 3-mil property tax increase to fund workforce investments and public safety enhancements. This meeting serves as a discussion for preliminary feedback prior to the first reading in May.

• Proposed $98.9 million total budget for FY 2022-2023
• Proposed 3-mil property tax increase
• Funding for 29 new full and part-time positions, including 9 in Parks and Recreation
• Investment in public safety equipment: two ambulances, a fire vehicle, and patrol vehicles
• Proposed minimum pay of $12 per hour for all county employees

The Lancaster County Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting to review the Administrator's Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The budget presentation included a proposed 2.6 mil property tax increase in the general fund, funding for 29 new positions, and creation of a new Communications and Marketing Department. No formal decisions were made; the budget will be considered at upcoming Council meetings.

• Approved agenda as submitted (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will consider an incentive resolution for US Strapping's expansion, including a fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreement and special source revenue credits, expected to create 63 new jobs. The council will also hold first reading of an ordinance to amend the county code for organizational flexibility, and discuss a development impact fee study. The agenda includes recognitions, consent agenda approval, and an executive session on legal, economic development, and personnel matters.

• Resolution 1188-R2022: US Strapping incentive package worth $7,832,523 over 30 years, including FILOT and SSRC, for $34.6M investment at 234 Grace Avenue
• 1st Reading of Ordinance 2022-1799: Amending county code for organizational flexibility
• Discussion: Development Impact Fee Study for remaining parts of Lancaster County
• Executive session items: Bailes Ridge, Project Dolphin, litigation briefing, personnel classification study
• Recognition of art/essay contest winners and 2021 employee awards

The council approved Resolution 1188-R2022, committing to a fee-in-lieu-of-tax and incentive agreement with U.S. Strapping Company, Inc., and placing its property in a multi-county park. The 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1799, which would amend the county code for organizational flexibility, was deferred to the next meeting after discussion. No action was taken on a development impact fee study for remaining parts of the county. The council also entered executive session for legal, economic development, and personnel matters, but no votes or decisions were made there.

• Approved Resolution 1188-R2022 for US Strapping incentive (6-0)
• Deferred 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1799 to next meeting (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda item a (minutes of April 11, 2022) (6-0)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• No action on development impact fee study for remaining county parts
• Entered executive session for four items (6-0)
• Returned to open session with no votes or decisions from executive session

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two public items: a major subdivision preliminary plat for 787 single-family homes and 76 townhomes on Bethel Boat Landing Road, and a rezoning of 38.92 acres at Hwy 9 and Catoe Road from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings, including the March 15 and April 7 sessions. No public hearings are scheduled for citizen comments.

• SD-2021-1886: True Homes LLC preliminary plat for 787 single-family homes and 76 townhomes on 178.5 acres at Bethel Boat Landing Road (Edgewater Sunset Pointe)
• RZ-2022-0175: Gabriel Jon Hardy rezoning of 38.92 acres at Hwy 9 and Catoe Road from LDR to MDR
• Approval of March 15, 2022 minutes (previously lacked quorum)
• Approval of April 7, 2022 minutes (full voting meeting for Heath Springs and Kershaw items)

Lancaster County Council

The Council is reviewing revenue projections and budget requests for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Staff presented requested positions totaling over $4.8 million, operating requests under $1.7 million, and capital requests of approximately $17.4 million.

• FY 2023 Capital Budget requests totaling approximately $17.4 million
• FY 2023 Operating Budget requests totaling just under $1.7 million
• Personnel budget requests for new positions totaling over $4.8 million
• Discussion of ARPA funded projects and renovations at the Barnett Building
• Discussion of Proposed Interim Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)

The Lancaster County Council Committee of the Whole met on April 13, 2022, and discussed several items but took no final votes on substantive matters. Staff presented the FY2023 budget, ARPA-funded projects including Barnett Building renovations, parks and recreation updates, Bailes Ridge Corporate Park Phase II infrastructure, and a proposed interim Unified Development Ordinance. Council members requested monthly budget reports and discussed adding revitalization and Sheriff's fleet vehicles to the ARPA list, but no formal decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)
• Discussed FY2023 budget; no action taken
• Discussed ARPA projects; staff to bring prioritized list with $550K for Sheriff's fleet and revitalization
• Discussed Indian Land Recreation Center renovation; rendering to be presented April 25
• Discussed Bailes Ridge Phase II; to be discussed in Executive Session April 25
• Discussed interim UDO; to go to Planning Commission May 17
• Discussed Ordinance 2022-1799; may be placed on April 25 agenda

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hold public hearings on two major items: approving the master development plan for The Lodges at Indian Land, a 261-unit multifamily project, and authorizing the purchase of about 64 acres on Pageland Highway for a new county detention center. The council will also consider consent agenda items including easement grants for water/sewer and Duke Energy, and receive updates on the regional park and employee recognitions.

• Public hearing on Resolution 1195-R2022 for The Lodges at Indian Land, 261 multifamily units on 38.88 acres north of Fort Mill Highway
• Public hearing and 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1801 to acquire ~64 acres on Pageland Highway for new detention center
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1798 granting water/sewer easement to Lancaster County Water and Sewer District for Indian Land Recreation Center
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1800 granting easement to Duke Energy Carolinas for Indian Land Soccer Complex on Harrisburg Road
• Discussion on development impact fee study for remaining parts of Lancaster County

Lancaster County Council approved the acquisition of approximately 64 acres on Pageland Highway for a new county detention center, and approved a master development plan for a 261-unit mixed-use development called The Lodges at Indian Land. Council also deferred a decision on a countywide development impact fee study until staff can provide a map of fire districts.

• Approved Resolution 1195-R2022 for The Lodges at Indian Land master plan (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1801 for detention center land purchase (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including easements for water/sewer and Duke Energy (7-0)
• Approved Kylie Craig to Health and Wellness Commission (7-0)
• Deferred impact fee study until fire district map is provided (7-0)
• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Entered executive session for contractual matter, no decisions made

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 7, 2022, to consider three public items: a major preliminary plat for The Arches, a rezoning request in Heath Springs, and a text amendment from the Town of Kershaw. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings and receive citizen comments. Recommendations made at this meeting will go to County Council for final decisions.

• SD-2021-2791: The Arches, 8 commercial outparcels on 11.81 acres at Charlotte Highway/521 and Worldreach Drive, staff recommends conditional approval
• RZ-2022-0332: Vail (Heath Springs) rezoning of 22.236 acres at 343 College Street from R15 to IND industrial for contracting office/storage
• TA-2022-0445: Town of Kershaw UDO amendment to add group home permissible uses, developmental standards, and definitions
• Approval of March 3 workshop and March 15 regular minutes
• Citizen comments accepted in person or via written submission before 4:00 p.m. on meeting day

The Lancaster County Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat for The Arches, a commercial subdivision at Charlotte Highway/521 and Worldreach Drive, with conditions, by a 3-2 vote. It also approved a rezoning for a contracting business in Heath Springs (4-0) and a Kershaw ordinance amendment for group homes (5-0). The minutes for March 15, 2022, were not approved due to lack of quorum and will be reconsidered later.

• Approved The Arches preliminary plat (SD-2021-2791) with conditions (3-2)
• Approved rezoning of 22.236 acres at 343 College Street, Heath Springs, to industrial (RZ-2022-0332) (4-0)
• Approved Kershaw UDO amendment for group homes (TA-2022-0445) (5-0)
• Tabled approval of March 15, 2022 minutes due to insufficient quorum
• Nominated Charles Deese for Board Member of the Year

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council is meeting to discuss funding for a Sheriff's Office evidence storage facility and the acquisition of 64 acres for a new county detention center. The body is also reviewing easements for the Indian Land Recreation Center and Soccer Complex.

• Resolution 1187-R2022: ARPA funding for Sheriff's Office Evidence Storage Facility
• Ordinance 2022-1801: Acquisition of ~64 acres on Pageland Highway for a new County Detention Center
• Ordinance 2022-1800: Easement grant to Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC for Indian Land Soccer Complex on Harrisburg Road
• Ordinance 2022-1798: Easement grant to Lancaster County Water and Sewer District for Indian Land Recreation Center
• Ordinance 2022-1796: Use of excess Capital Project Sales Tax collections

Lancaster County Council

The Council is reviewing department budget requests and data for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The County Administrator will use these presentations to formulate budget recommendations next month.

• Parks & Recreation request for $1,899,373 including $831,300 in capital for equipment and field lighting
• Sheriff's Office request for $3,656,974 in capital for 43 vehicles and a 7,000 sq. ft. evidence warehouse
• Information Technology request for $1,151,305 including $220,000 for computer replacement
• Human Resources request for $114,412 for a new specialist and software
• GIS Department request for $63,383 for aerial photography contracts

The Lancaster County Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting on March 16, 2022, primarily as a budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2023. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was dedicated to hearing budget requests from all county departments, reviewing the Capital Improvement Plan, and discussing a proposed ordinance related to county departments. The council took no votes on budget items, and the only actions were approving the agenda and adjourning.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Lancaster County Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on three items: a rezoning for a single-family neighborhood on Harrisburg Road, a master development plan for a 261-unit multi-family development on Fort Mill Highway, and a rezoning near Hwy 9 and Catoe Road. The commission also will approve minutes from previous meetings and hear citizen comments.

• RZ-2021-2975: Rezone 37.9 acres at 10695, 10681, 10749 Harrisburg Road from LDR to MDR for single-family residential
• MX-2020-2051: Approve Master Development Plan and Preliminary Plat for 38.88 acres on Fort Mill Highway for 261-unit multi-family development
• RZ-2022-0175: Rezone 38.92 acres at Hwy 9 and Catoe Road from LDR to MDR
• Approve February 15, 2022 Regular Minutes and March 3, 2022 Workshop Minutes

The Lancaster County Planning Commission approved a master development plan for The Lodges, a 261-unit multifamily development on Fort Mill Highway, subject to conditions. It also approved a rezoning of 38.92 acres at Hwy 9 and Catoe Road from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential. A third rezoning request for 37.9 acres on Harrisburg Road was withdrawn by the applicant prior to the meeting. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved The Lodges master development plan and preliminary plat for 261-unit multifamily development (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 38.92 acres at Hwy 9 and Catoe Road from LDR to MDR (4-0)
• Withdrawn: RZ-2021-2975 Llewellyn Development LLC rezoning of 37.9 acres on Harrisburg Road
• Approved agenda with item 5a withdrawn (4-0)
• Approved February 15, 2022 regular minutes (4-0)
• Continued March 3, 2022 workshop minutes to next meeting due to lack of quorum

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council is meeting to decide on the use of ARPA funds for several infrastructure projects and the acquisition of land for a new detention center. The body will also hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and the use of excess capital project sales tax collections.

• Resolution 1193-R2022: ARPA funding for EMS headquarters bay construction, an EMS mass transport bus, Barnett Building renovations, Springdale Recreation Center parking, and Public Defender's Office addition
• Ordinance 2022-1801: Acquisition of approximately 64 acres on Pageland Highway for a new County Detention Center
• Ordinance 2022-1793: Rezoning 90.43 acres on Jim Wilson Road from Rural Neighborhood to Medium Density Residential
• Ordinance 2022-1797: Rezoning 9.6 acres on Charlotte Highway to General Business District
• Ordinance 2022-1795: Amending the Unified Development Ordinance to increase minimum off-street parking requirements

The Lancaster County Council approved several ARPA-funded projects, including EMS headquarters bay construction, Springdale Recreation Center parking lot work, and a Public Defender's Office addition, while deferring a mass transport bus and Barnett Building renovations. Two rezoning ordinances failed: one for 90.43 acres on Jim Wilson Road (0-7) and another for 9.6 acres on Charlotte Highway (1-6). The council also approved an amended ordinance for excess capital project sales tax funds, adding Cleveland Street to the road list (4-3 amendment, 5-2 final).

• Approved EMS Headquarters Bay Construction with ARPA funds (7-0)
• Deferred action on EMS Mass Transport Bus acquisition (7-0)
• Deferred Barnett Building renovations until numbers provided (7-0)
• Approved Springdale Recreation Center parking lot reclamation and addition (7-0)
• Approved Public Defender's Office addition (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-1796 as amended, adding Cleveland Street to road list (5-2)
• Rejected rezoning of 90.43 acres on Jim Wilson Road (0-7)
• Rejected rezoning of 9.6 acres on Charlotte Highway (1-6)

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council will conduct a bus tour of various residential and industrial sites. The body will discuss cluster subdivisions and comparable communities to inform updates to the Unified Development Ordinance.

• Site visit to The Preserve at Tree Tops (2198 Acadia Falls Lane) to discuss cluster subdivisions
• Site visit to Massey Development (1840 Felts Parkway) regarding comparable communities
• Site visit to Carolina Orchards by Del Webb (1277 Carolina Orchards Blvd.) regarding comparable communities
• Site visit to Old Bailes Business Park (9485 Old Bailes Road) to discuss industrial and economic development versus residential development

The Lancaster County Council held a special meeting and bus tour to visit various development sites across the county, including The Preserve at Tree Tops, Massey, Carolina Orchards, and Old Bailes Business Park. The purpose was to inform the updated Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned bus tour and special meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several rezoning requests and a master development plan. These items involve transitioning land to medium density residential use and approving a multi-family complex.

• RZ-2022-0175: Request to rezone 38.92 acres at Hwy 9 and Catoe Road from LDR to MDR for approximately 80 lots
• RZ-2021-2975: Request to rezone 37.9 acres at 10695, 10681, and 10749 Harrisburg Road from LDR to MDR
• MX-2020-2051: Request for Master Development Plan and Preliminary Plat for a 261-unit multi-family development on Fort Mill Highway

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on March 3, 2022, to discuss three rezoning and development applications. No formal votes or decisions were made; the items were only discussed. The commission also decided to split the April agenda into two full voting meetings due to the number and complexity of upcoming items.

• Discussed RZ-2022-0175 (Gabriel Jon Hardy) rezoning of 38.92 acres from LDR to MDR
• Discussed RZ-2021-2975 (Llewellyn Development) rezoning of 37.9 acres from LDR to MDR
• Discussed MX-2020-2051 (The Lodges) master development plan for 261-unit multi-family development
• Decided to split April agenda into two voting meetings: April 7 and April 19, 2022

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding infrastructure funding, property agreements, and local ordinances. Key items include a grant application for airport improvements and the allocation of ARPA funds for IT and public safety expansions.

• Resolution 1191-R2022: Proposed $4,740,000 for a new airport terminal and lighting vault
• Resolution 1192-R2022: Authorization of ARPA funding for IT projects, Coroner's Office expansion, and Hannah's Creek Wastewater project
• Resolution 1189-R2022: Donation of a used EMS unit to SC Fire Academy for $5,000 in training credits
• Resolution 1190-R2022: Adding 'Project Flair' (Ogburn Solar, LLC) property in Chesterfield County to a multi-county park agreement
• Ordinance 2022-1795: Proposed amendments to UDO Section 7.2.4 regarding off-street parking requirements

The council approved several resolutions, including authorizing ARPA funds for IT projects, the coroner's office expansion, and a wastewater project, with specific dollar caps. They also approved a resolution to apply for FAA funding for a lighting vault and terminal, and passed ordinances related to a development agreement and parking requirements. A first reading of an ordinance to use excess capital project sales tax funds was approved, with a 6-1 vote.

• Approved Resolution 1189-R2022 to donate used EMS unit to SC Fire Academy (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1190-R2022 to amend multi-county park agreement with Chesterfield County (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1191-R2022 as amended for FAA grant application for lighting vault and terminal (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1192-R2022 as amended for ARPA funding: IT projects up to $3M, coroner's office up to $1.77M, wastewater up to $500K (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2022-1794 amending development agreement for Reserve at Barber Rock (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1795 amending off-street parking requirements (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1796 to use excess CPST funds (6-1, Blackmon opposed)
• Approved appointments to Van Wyck Fire Protection District Fee Board (7-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Council is reviewing a prioritized list of projects to be funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and discussing the allocation of excess funds from Capital Project Sales Tax #2. The meeting also includes a budget workshop and recognition of employees for their work during January ice storms.

• Proposed allocation of $15.5M in remaining ARPA funds for projects including a $1.89M network overhaul and $1.5M for an EMS ambulance bus
• Proposal to use $10.1M in excess sales tax funds for road and pedestrian projects and $13.3M for a new Detention Center
• Discussion of a Development Impact Fee Study for remaining parts of the county
• Review of Airport Terminal Replacement and Lighting Vault Relocation
• Discussion of Bailes Ridge Corporate Park Phase II

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing requests to rezone land on Charlotte Highway and Harrisburg Road. The body is also discussing updates to the Unified Development Ordinance and the county's Comprehensive Plan.

• RZ-2021-1921: Request by Panhandle Partners to rezone 9.609 acres on Charlotte Highway to General Business District
• RZ-2021-2975: Request by Llewellyn Development LLC to rezone 37.9 acres on Harrisburg Road from LDR to MDR
• UDO-TA-2021-2981: Proposed modifications to minimum required off-street parking spaces
• Review of Comprehensive Plan update involving consultants Benchmark, Kimley-Horn, Greenfield, and White and Smith

The Lancaster County Planning Commission denied a rezoning request by Panhandle Partners for approximately 9.6 acres on Charlotte Highway, voting 1-5 against the change from Neighborhood Business and Low Density Residential to General Business. The denial was based on inconsistency with the Small Area Plan. The Commission also approved the agenda and minutes, and deferred a separate rezoning request by Llewellyn Development to March 15, 2022.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously (6-0).
• Approved the January 20, 2022 regular minutes as written (6-0).
• Approved the February 3, 2022 workshop minutes as written (6-0).
• Denied RZ-2021-1921 Panhandle Partners rezoning (1-5), with Commissioner Hinson voting in favor.
• Deferred RZ-2021-2975 Llewellyn Development LLC rezoning to March 15, 2022 (6-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:32 PM by unanimous consent.

Lancaster County Council

Lancaster County Council will hold a public hearing on amending off-street parking and loading requirements. The body is also considering a second reading for a development agreement amendment and voting on several committee appointments.

• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1795 to modify minimum required parking spaces in the Unified Development Ordinance
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1794 to remove 1.017 acres from the Reserve at Barber Rock development agreement
• Appointments to the Employee Grievance Committee for seven individuals
• Appointment of Bridget Harris to the Health and Wellness Commission
• Informational presentation on 2021 activities from the Lancaster Soil and Water Conservation District, which received $113,370.00 in FY 2021-2022

Lancaster County Council approved the 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1794, amending the development agreement with Bonterra Builders for The Reserve at Barber Rock to remove approximately 1.017 acres, with a revised Exhibit A. The council also held a public hearing and approved the 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1795 to modify off-street parking requirements in the UDO. Appointments to the Employee Grievance Committee and Health and Wellness Commission were approved. The council entered executive session for economic development, legal, and contractual discussions, but made no decisions there.

• Approved the agenda 6-0.
• Approved consent agenda items 7a-7d (minutes from four prior meetings) 6-0.
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2022-1794 (Reserve at Barber Rock development agreement amendment) as amended, 6-0.
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1795 (UDO off-street parking requirements amendment) 6-0.
• Approved appointments to the Employee Grievance Committee 6-0.
• Approved Bridget Harris to the Health and Wellness Commission 6-0.
• Moved into executive session for three items (Project Genesis, legal briefings, contractual matter) 6-0.
• Adjourned the meeting 6-0.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss two rezoning applications. The body will review requests to change land use designations for properties on Harrisburg Road and Charlotte Highway.

• RZ-2021-2975: Request to rezone 37.9 acres at 10695, 10681, and 10749 Harrisburg Road from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential
• RZ-2021-1921: Request by Panhandle Partners to rezone 9.609 acres on the west side of Charlotte Highway from Neighborhood Business and Low Density Residential to General Business for self-storage

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on February 3, 2022, to discuss two rezoning applications. No formal votes or decisions were made during this workshop. The commission discussed RZ-2021-2975 (Llewellyn Development LLC) and RZ-2021-1921 (Panhandle Partners), with staff indicating they were inclined not to recommend approval for either application.

• No formal decisions made; workshop discussion only
• Discussed RZ-2021-2975 Llewellyn Development LLC rezoning (37.9 acres, Harrisburg Road) - staff inclined not to recommend approval
• Discussed RZ-2021-1921 Panhandle Partners rezoning (9.609 acres, Charlotte Highway) - staff inclined not to recommend approval
• Discussed Monte Carlo site violations - notice of violations to be issued
• Reviewed next month's agenda item: Charlotte Active Living rezoning at Lodge Road

Lancaster County Council

The County Council is meeting to take a third reading vote on Ordinance 2021-1784 to adopt a redistricting plan for the 2022-2030 period. The body will also consider approving minutes from the Redistricting Study Committee and a proposal to sunset that committee.

• 3rd Reading of Ordinance 2021-1784 regarding Approval and Adoption of a Redistricting Plan
• Proposal to sunset the Redistricting Study Committee
• Approval of Redistricting Study Committee minutes from January 13, 2022
• Approval of Redistricting Study Committee minutes from January 19, 2022

The Lancaster County Council held a special meeting and approved the 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1784, adopting a redistricting plan for county council election districts. The council also approved minutes from two Redistricting Study Committee meetings and voted to sunset the committee. All votes were 5-0, with two members absent.

• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1784 (redistricting plan) (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Jan 13 and Jan 19 Redistricting Study Committee meetings (3-0, committee members only)
• Approved sunsetting the Redistricting Study Committee (5-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council will hear the FY2021 audit presentation, vote on several ordinances including a rezoning, development agreements, and a redistricting plan, and consider appointments and other action items. The agenda includes both consent and non-consent items, with public hearings scheduled for some ordinances.

• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1768 to rezone 2.07 acres at 327 Monroe Highway from LDR to GB
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1769 approving a development agreement with Arbor Construction, LLC for a 92-lot subdivision
• Public hearing and 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1792, a first amendment to Nutramax Laboratories' 2018 fee agreement
• Public hearing and 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1784 to adopt a redistricting plan for County Council election districts
• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 2022-1794 to amend the development agreement for The Reserve at Barber Rock

The Lancaster County Council approved the 2nd reading of a redistricting plan (Ordinance 2021-1784) with new exhibits, adopted a development agreement with Arbor Construction for a 92-lot subdivision, and approved a first amendment to Nutramax Laboratories' fee agreement. The council also accepted the annual financial report with a clean audit opinion, approved an EMS ambulance donation, and made an appointment to the Board of Assessment Appeals. All votes were unanimous (7-0 or 6-0).

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including rezoning at 327 Monroe Highway, fire protection charge termination, and school impact fee map correction (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of development agreement with Arbor Construction for 92-lot subdivision (7-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Nutramax Laboratories fee agreement amendment (7-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of redistricting plan with new exhibits (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Reserve at Barber Rock development agreement amendment (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Nakisha Procope to Board of Assessment Appeals (7-0)
• Approved EMS ambulance donation to SC Fire Academy (6-0)

Lancaster County Council

The Council is conducting a retreat and workshop to discuss government structure and growth strategies. The session includes presentations on lessons from Charlotte, NC, and annual planning topics. Members will review budget processes and the allocation of specific funds.

• Overview of Council-Administrator Form of Government
• Growth and visioning discussion featuring former Charlotte City Manager Curt Walton
• Budget process and approach
• Capital Projects Sales Tax Funds
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds process

At a January 21, 2022 workshop retreat, Lancaster County Council discussed growth management, budget, and compensation. Council agreed to move forward with a $12 per hour minimum wage plan as part of the budget process, but no formal vote was taken. The retreat was informational, with no binding decisions made.

• Agreed to move forward with $12/hour minimum wage plan (discussion, no formal vote)
• Discussed options for Capital Project Sales Tax #2 excess funds; decision deferred to April 30, 2022
• Discussed ARPA fund allocations; prioritized list to be brought to February Committee of the Whole
• Adjourned retreat (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding parking requirements and the Cluster Subdivision Overlay District. The body will also review conditional use permit applications for maintenance and repair services on Possum Hollow Road.

• CU-2019-0942: Conditional Use Permit for Minor Maintenance and Repair at 8461 Possum Hollow Road
• CU-2021-2844: Conditional Use Permit for Minor Maintenance and Repair at 8461 Possum Hollow Road
• UDO-TA-2021-2980: Proposal to eliminate the Cluster Subdivision Overlay District (CSO)
• UDO-TA-2021-2981: Proposal to modify minimum required off-street parking spaces

The Lancaster County Planning Commission deferred a conditional use permit for Monte Carlo Garage Suites to February 15, 2022, after a resident raised concerns about code violations. A separate permit for the Monte Carlo Business Center was initially not approved due to lack of a second, but was later deferred to the next meeting. The commission approved amendments to parking requirements in the Unified Development Ordinance, with Chairman Deese voting against. The Cluster Subdivision Overlay amendment was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Deferred Monte Carlo Garage Suites conditional use permit to Feb 15, 2022 (6-0)
• Deferred Monte Carlo Business Center conditional use permit to Feb 15, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved UDO parking requirements amendment (5-1, Deese against)
• Withdrawn Cluster Subdivision Overlay amendment
• Approved agenda as amended (6-0)
• Approved Dec 21, 2021 and Jan 6, 2022 minutes (5-0, Patterson abstained)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council Committee of the Whole will meet to receive project updates. No formal actions are requested for the items on the agenda.

• Comprehensive Plan rewrite project kick-off presentation by Benchmark Planning
• Summary of the Black Horse Run Drainage Study engineering report for road crossing upgrades

The Lancaster County Council met as a Committee of the Whole and received progress updates on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and the Black Horse Run Road Stormwater Project. No formal decisions were made; the agenda was approved and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved agenda (5-0, Blackmon absent, Graham absent)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0, Graham absent)

Lancaster County Council

The Lancaster County Council is meeting to hold public hearings and take votes on several ordinances, including tax incentive agreements for Project Arrowhead, a rezoning request, and a corrective map for school impact fees. The council will also hear a community needs assessment and receive an update from the Lancaster County Council of the Arts. Several items on the consent agenda were previously approved and are expected to pass as a group.

• Public hearing and 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1785 (Project Arrowhead FILOT assignment)
• Public hearing and 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1786 (Project Arrowhead FILOT and SSRC)
• 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1781 to rezone 1.5 acres at 9923 Southwinds Drive, Fort Mill, from MDR to MH
• Public hearing and 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1791 to amend school development impact fee map
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1769 for a development agreement with Arbor Construction for a 92-lot subdivision

The Lancaster County Council approved several ordinances, including tax incentives for Chief Industries (formerly Project Arrowhead), a rezoning for a manufactured home district, a corrective map for school impact fees, and a development agreement with Arbor Construction. The council also added homelessness to the community needs list and made an appointment to the Keep Lancaster County Beautiful Committee.

• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1785 (FILOT assignment for Chief Industries) as amended (6-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1786 (FILOT and SSRC for Chief Industries) as amended (6-0)
• Approved 3rd reading of Ordinance 2021-1781 (rezoning 9923 Southwinds Drive to MH) (5-1)
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1791 (corrective map for school impact fee) (6-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of Ordinance 2021-1769 (development agreement with Arbor Construction) (6-0)
• Approved adding homelessness to Prioritized Community Needs list (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Toni S. Flynn to Keep Lancaster County Beautiful Committee (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including easements, rezoning, and fee agreement amendments (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss two proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding parking requirements and the Cluster Subdivision Overlay District. The body will also review two conditional use permit applications for maintenance and repair services.

• CU-2019-0942: Conditional Use Permit for Minor Maintenance and Repair at 8461 Possum Hollow Road (Monte Carlo Garage Suites)
• CU-2021-2844: Conditional Use Permit for Minor Maintenance and Repair at 8461 Possum Hollow Road (Monte Carlo Business Center)
• UDO-TA-2021-2980: Proposal to eliminate the Cluster Subdivision Overlay District (CSO) in its entirety
• UDO-TA-2021-2981: Proposal to modify minimum required off-street parking spaces

The Lancaster County Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on January 6, 2022, to discuss four items: two conditional use permits for auto repair at 8461 Possum Hollow Road and two Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) amendments. No formal votes were taken; the items were discussed for future action. The meeting was procedural, with no decisions made.

• Discussed CU-2019-0942 Monte Carlo Garage Suites, auto repair permit at 8461 Possum Hollow Road
• Discussed CU-2021-2844 Monte Carlo Business Center, auto repair permit at same address
• Discussed UDO-TA-2021-2980 to eliminate Cluster Subdivision Overlay District
• Discussed UDO-TA-2021-2981 to modify minimum parking requirements