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BlufftonSC averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$444,500 Typical home value $500,470 -1.1% yr/yr · +34.9% 5-yr
Municipal budget
Total revenue$41.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$30.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$34.9M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$20.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$931 (FY2023)
Development activity
2025506 housing units ($292.3M)
Upcoming
Mon Aug 31, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting
Mon Aug 31, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting
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Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting
Monday, August 31, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
IV. OLD BUSINESS
V. NEW BUSINESS
1.
Certificate of Appropriateness (8 Wild Spartina Street): A request by William Court of Court
Atkins Group (Applicant) on behalf of Graham and Allison May (Owners), for consideration of
a Certificate of Appropriateness-Historic District to allow the construction of a new 2-story
main house (an Additional Building Type) of approximately 3,325 SF and an attached carriage
house of approximately 1,181 SF at 8 Wild Spartina, Lot 44, in the Tabby Roads Development.
The property is located in the Old Town Historic District and zoned Neighborhood General-
Historic District (NG-HD). (COFA-08-26-020411) (Staff - Charlotte Moore)
VI. DISCUSSION
VII. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting Agenda
August 31, 2026
“FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance
with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.”
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the
Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on t …
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
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Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
Tuesday, September 01, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Board of Zoning Appeals will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a
majority vote of the Board Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m.
may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the
Board Members.
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
A. July 7, 2026 Minutes
V. PUBLIC COMMENT
VI. OLD BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. 36 Tabby Shell Road, Lot 19 Building Setback (Variance): The Applicant, Steven G. Stowers of
Architecture 101 on behalf of property owners John Gering and Ashley Gering, requests a
variance from Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Section 5.15.5.C to allow a four-foot-six-
inch encroachment into the required five-foot setback, resulting in a six-inch setback for the
carriage house. The property consists of approximately 0.10 acres identified by tax map
number R610 039 000 1199 0000 within the Tabby Shell Development in the Neighborhood
General-Historic District (NG-HD). (ZONE-08-26-020413) (Staff - Dan Frazier)
VIII. DISCUSSION
IX. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Agenda
September 01, 2026
“FOIA Compliance – Public …
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
Wed Sep 2, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED
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PUBLIC NOTICE
THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
COMMITTEE (DRC)
Meeting scheduled for
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 1:00
P.M.
has been CANCELED
due to a lack of agenda items.
The next meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
If you have questions, please contact
Growth Management at: 843-706-4500
Wed Sep 2, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
Wed Sep 2, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
Wednesday, September 02, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on BCTV, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel
1304.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1.
August 5, 2026 Minutes
V. PUBLIC COMMENT
VI. OLD BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
1.
Certificate of Appropriateness (36 Bruin Road): A request by James Atkins of Court Atkins
Group (Applicant) on behalf of ABPAL LLC (Owner) for an amended Certificate of
Appropriateness-HD to add an elevator shaft within a chimney structure and make related
alterations for a commercial building under construction of approximately 3,130 SF at 36
Bruin Road in Old Town Bluffton Historic District within the Neighborhood General - HD zoning
district. (COFA-05-25-019766) (Staff – Charlotte Moore)
VIII. DISCUSSION
1.
Historic District Monthly Update. (Staff)
IX. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC
Historic Preservation Commi …
Wed Sep 2, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting
Thu Sep 3, 2026
Affordable Housing Committee Meeting
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Affordable Housing Committee Meeting
Thursday, September 03, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on BCTV, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel
1304.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1.
August 6, 2026
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. NEW BUSINESS
1.
FY27 Neighborhood Assistance Budget Update
VII. DISCUSSION
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC
Affordable Housing Committee Meeting Agenda
September 03, 2026
“FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance
with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.”
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the
Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of
disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA
compatible. Auditory accommodations are available. Any person requiring further accommodation
should contact the Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or
adacoordinator@townofbluffton.com as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the
scheduled event.
Executive Session – The public body may vote to go into ex …
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Regular Town Council Meeting
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting
Tue Sep 8, 2026
Regular Town Council Meeting
Wed Sep 9, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting
Thu Sep 10, 2026
Law Enforcement Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting
Mon Sep 14, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting
Wed Sep 16, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting
Thu Sep 17, 2026
Beautification Committee Meeting
Mon Sep 21, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting
Tue Sep 22, 2026
Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals Meeting
Tue Sep 22, 2026
Southern Lowcountry Regional Board Meeting Agenda
Tue Sep 22, 2026
Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals Meeting
Wed Sep 23, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Wed Sep 23, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting
Mon Sep 28, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting
Tue Sep 29, 2026
Public Arts Committee Meeting
Wed Sep 30, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Planning Commission reviews street naming for The May neighborhood at 1095 May River Road
The Bluffton Planning Commission will adopt the minutes from July 22, 2026, and hear public comment. The only new business item is a request to approve street names for two streets in The May neighborhood, which includes associated townhome lots. The property is located at 1095 May River Road in the Residential General Zoning District.
- Approval of a street naming application for two streets in The May neighborhood at 1095 May River Road
- Adoption of the July 22, 2026 minutes
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# Planning Commission Meeting
### Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM
### Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
### 20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
## AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on <u>BCTV</u>, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel
1304.
### I. CALL TO ORDER
### II. ROLL CALL
### III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before 9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined by the Commission Members. **IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES**
1. July 22, 2026 Minutes
### V. PUBLIC COMMENT
### VI. OLD BUSINESS
### VII. NEW BUSINESS
**1. The May - 1095 May River Road (Street Naming Application):** A request by Nathan Sturre of Sturre Engineering on behalf of Workforce State of Mind, LLC for approval of a street naming application. The project consists of two streets for The May neighborhood with associated townhome lots. The property is identified by tax map number R610 039 000 0498 0000 and is located at 1095 May River Road in the Residential General Zoning District. (STR-04-24-019089) (Staff-Dan Frazier)
### VIII. DISCUSSION
### IX. ADJOURNMENT
### NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC **Planning Commission Meeting Agenda** August 26, 2026
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Wed Aug 26, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting
Bluffton DRC to review 164,000 SF hospital and 47,300 SF retail/office projects
The Development Review Committee will hold a public meeting to review two development plan applications: a final plan for a three-story, 164,000-square-foot hospital by Hilton Head Medical Center, LLC, and a preliminary plan for three retail/office/restaurant buildings totaling 47,300 square feet. The committee will also take public comment and may discuss other business.
- Novant Health Bluffton Medical Center: 164,000 SF, 3-story hospital on 17.8 acres in Buckwalter PUD, west of Buckwalter Parkway, south of Bluffton Parkway (DP-07-25-019862)
- Jennifer Court: 47,300 SF retail/office/restaurant in 3 buildings on 5.18 acres north of May River Road, east of Buck Island Road (DP-07-26-020398)
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
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Development Review Committee Meeting
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
All Applications can be viewed on the Town of Bluffton’s Permit Finder page
https://www.townofbluffton.us/permit/
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
IV. OLD BUSINESS
V. NEW BUSINESS
1.
Novant Health Bluffton Medical Center (Development Plan): A request by Hilton Head
Medical Center, LLC, for review of a Final Development Plan application. The project consists
of a three (3) story 164,000 SF hospital with associated infrastructure and space reserved for
future expansion. The property is within the Buckwalter Planned Unit Development (PUD) and
consists of approximately 17.8 acres identified by the tax map numbers R610 029 000 2487
0000 and R600 029 000 2410 0000 located west of Buckwalter Parkway south of Bluffton
Parkway within the Parkway Corners Initial Master Plan. (DP-07-25-019862) (Staff - Dan
Frazier)
2.
Jennifer Court (Development Plan): A request by Daniel Keefer of Witmer Jones Keefer, Ltd.,
on behalf of property owner Dawna Gray of Michael Bradley Holdings, LLC for review of a
Preliminary Development Plan application. The project consists of the construction of three
buildings totaling 47,300 SF of retail/office and restaurant use, associated parking, open
space, and infrastructure. The property is within the Neighborhood C …
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Public Arts Committee Meeting
Poetry walk locations and submissions for Buckwalter Place Park to be decided
The Public Arts Committee will determine locations for a poetry walk in Buckwalter Place Park and select poetry submissions for that park. The meeting also includes adoption of the May 26, 2026 minutes and public comment.
- Determination of Poetry Walk Locations in Buckwalter Place Park
- Selection of Buckwalter Place Park Poetry Submissions
- Adoption of May 26, 2026 minutes
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
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Public Arts Committee Meeting
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. May 26, 2026 Minutes
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. NEW BUSINESS
1. Determination of Poetry Walk Locations in Buckwalter Place Park - Pat Rooney, Capital
Improvements Project Manager
2. Selection of Buckwalter Place Park Poetry Submissions - Felicia Roth, Director of Compliance
and Contracts
VII. DISCUSSION
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC Public Arts Committee Meeting Agenda June 30, 2026
“FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance
with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.”
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the
Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of
disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA
compatible. Auditory accommodations are available. Any person requiring further accommodation
should contact the Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or
adacoordinator@townofbluffton.com as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the
scheduled event.
Execu …
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals Meeting
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals Meeting - CANCELED
Bluffton construction board meeting canceled for lack of agenda items
The Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals (CBAA) meeting scheduled for August 25, 2026, has been canceled because there are no agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for September 22, 2026.
- Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
- Next meeting scheduled for September 22, 2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Construction Board of
Adjustments and Appeals (CBAA)
Meeting scheduled for
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 6:00 P.M.
has been CANCELED
due to lack of agenda items.
The next meeting is scheduled for
Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
If you have questions, please contact
Growth Management at: 843-706-4500
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Southern Lowcountry Regional Board Meeting Agenda
Regional board to meet, introduce new leaders, plan September agenda
The Southern Lowcountry Regional Board is holding a routine meeting with no major decisions on the agenda. The board will introduce Dr. Laurie Boeding, President of TCL, and Brad Thompson, GM for TS Conductors, and discuss suggestions for the September agenda, including Beaufort/Port Royal happenings and a BC Referendum update.
- Introduction of Dr. Laurie Boeding, President TCL
- Introduction of Brad Thompson, GM for TS Conductors
- Discussion of September agenda items: Beaufort/Port Royal happenings and BC Referendum update
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SOUTHERN LOWCOUNTRY REGIONAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA
CITY OF HARDEEVILLE-CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
205 MAIN STREET
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 10:00 a.m.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. OLD BUSINESS
III. NEW BUSINESS
A. Introduction of Dr. Laurie Boeding, President TCL
B. Introduction of Brad Thompson, GM for TS Conductors
IV. DISCUSSION
A. Suggestions for September Agenda
• Beaufort/Port Royal happenings
• BC Referendum update
V. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE:
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
Town of Bluffton
Rotary Community Center at Oscar Frazier Park
11 Recreation Court
Bluffton, SC 29910
“FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance with the Freedom of
Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.”
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Town of Bluffton
will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities.
The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA compatible. Any person requiring further accommodation should contact the
Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or adacoordinator@townofbluffton.com as soon as possible but no later
than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Public Arts Committee Meeting
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED
Bluffton historic preservation meeting canceled for lack of agenda items
The Historic Preservation Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 24, 2026, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 31, 2026. This notice is procedural only.
- Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
- Next meeting scheduled for August 31, 2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE
THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
REVIEW COMMITTEE (HPRC)
Meeting scheduled for
Monday, August 24, 2026 at 4:00 P.M.
has been CANCELED
due to lack of agenda items.
The next meeting is scheduled for
Monday, August 31, 2026.
If you have questions, please contact
Growth Management at: 843-706-4500
Thu Aug 20, 2026
Beautification Committee Meeting
Committee to discuss butterfly garden improvements and pollinator initiatives
The Beautification Committee will hear public comment from Jenna McCarty on improvements to the butterfly garden and broader pollinator initiatives. The committee will also receive updates on several ongoing projects, including the storm drain art project, charging stations at park pavilions, and window art projects at Oscar Frazier Pavilion and Wright Family Park. New business includes a Palmetto Pride tree grant and a tour of the Linear Trail.
- Public comment: Jenna McCarty on butterfly garden improvements and pollinator initiatives
- Update: Storm drain art project
- Update: Charging stations at park pavilions
- Update: Oscar Frazier Pavilion & Wright Family Park window art projects
- New business: Palmetto Pride tree grant
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Beautification Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Okatie River Conference Room, 20 Bridge Street,
Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT
1. JENNA MCCARTY TO DISCUSS IMPROVEMENTS FOR BUTTERFLY GARDEN AND BROADER
POLLINATOR INITIATIVES
V. OLD BUSINESS
1. STORM DRAIN ART PROJECT UPDATE
2. CHARGING STATIONS AT PARK PAVILLIONS UPDATE
3. OSCAR FRAZIER PAVILION & WRIGHT FAMILY PARK WINDOW ART PROJECTS UPDATE
VI. NEW BUSINESS
1. PALMETTO PRIDE TREE GRANT
2. TOUR OF LINEAR TRAIL
VII. DISCUSSION
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC
Beautification Committee Meeting Agenda
August 20, 2026
“FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance
with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.”
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the
Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of
disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA
compatible. Auditory accommodations are available. Any person requiring further accommodation
should contact the Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or
adacoordinator@townofbluffton.com as soon as possible but …
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting - CANCELLED
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED
Bluffton DRC meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 19, 2026, has been canceled because there are no agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2026.
- Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
- Next meeting scheduled for August 26, 2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE
THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
COMMITTEE (DRC)
Meeting scheduled for
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 1:00 P.M.
has been CANCELED
due to a lack of agenda items.
The next meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
If you have questions, please contact
Growth Management at: 843-706-4500
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee Meeting
Bluffton ATAX committee to hear 6 grant applications, elect officers
The Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, review a financial report, and conduct Q&A sessions on six grant applications for events and marketing. The committee will make recommendations to Town Council, which will review them on September 8, 2026.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Grant Q&A: Coastal Conservation Association for Conservation Weekend in Bluffton
- Grant Q&A: Historic Arts & Seafood Festival for the 2026 Event
- Grant Q&A: Society of Bluffton Artists for FY2027 Marketing
- Grant Q&A: Congregation Beth Yam for the 2026 Hanukkah Celebration
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Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee Meeting
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on BCTV, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel
1304.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1.
Meeting Minutes of May 19, 2026
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT
V. FINANCIAL REPORT
VI. OLD BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
1.
Election of Officers: Chair
2.
Election of Officers: Vice-Chair
3.
Grant Application Q&A: Coastal Conservation Association for Conservation Weekend in
Bluffton
4.
Grant Application Q&A: Historic Arts & Seafood Festival for the 2026 Event
5.
Grant Application Q&A: Society of Bluffton Artists for FY2027 Marketing
6.
Grant Application Q&A: Old Town Bluffton Merchants Society for Marketing Bluffton as a
Destination
7.
Grant Application Q&A: Congregation Beth Yam for the 2026 Hanukkah Celebration
8.
Grant Application Q&A: BlacQuity SC for the 2026 Roots & Rivers Festival
VIII. DISCUSSION
IX. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC
Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
August 18, 2026
NOTES:
Town Council will review recommendations at the TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, 5 p.m.
meeting.
Please be reminded that all advertising sponsored with Town of Bluffton ATAX dollars must
incorporate the Bluffton Heart of …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED
Bluffton historic preservation meeting canceled for lack of agenda items
The Historic Preservation Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 17, 2026, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 24, 2026. This notice is procedural only, with no items to be discussed.
- Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
- Next meeting scheduled for August 24, 2026
- Contact Growth Management at 843-706-4500 for questions
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PUBLIC NOTICE
THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
REVIEW COMMITTEE (HPRC)
Meeting scheduled for
Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00 P.M.
has been CANCELED
due to lack of agenda items.
The next meeting is scheduled for
Monday, August 24, 2026.
If you have questions, please contact
Growth Management at: 843-706-4500
Thu Aug 13, 2026
Don Ryan Center for Innovation Board of Directors Meeting
Don Ryan Center board to elect new officers, introduce member
The Don Ryan Center for Innovation Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive reports from the CEO, marketing, and program staff. New business includes introducing a new board member and electing new officers. The board will also review financials and discuss other matters.
- Election of new officers
- New board member introduction
- CEO report and program company updates
- Treasurer's report on financials
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Don Ryan Center for Innovation Board of Directors Meeting
Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Don Ryan Center for Innovation, 7 Venture Drive, Suite #100, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT
V. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE BOARD
VI. NEW BUSINESS
New Board Member Introduction
Election of New Officers
VII. TREASURER'S REPORT
Financials
VIII. STAFF REPORTS
CEO Report
Marketing & Events
Program Company Updates
IX. DISCUSSION
X. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC Don Ryan Center for Innovation Board of Directors Meeting Agenda August 13, 2026
“FOIA Compliance – Public notification of this meeting has been published and posted in compliance
with the Freedom of Information Act and the Town of Bluffton policies.”
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the
Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of
disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA
compatible. Auditory accommodations are available. Any person requiring further accommodation
should contact the Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or
adacoordinator@townofbluffton.com as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the
scheduled event.
Executive Session – The public body may vote to go into …
Wed Aug 12, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting
Review of Cornerstone Church's new Riverside Campus development plan
The Development Review Committee will consider a final development plan for Cornerstone Church's new Riverside Campus, including site improvements for an assembly hall, offices, stormwater, and parking on 41.3 acres zoned Agricultural and Rural Mixed Use south of May River Road.
- Final Development Plan review for Cornerstone Church's New Riverside Campus
- Site improvements include assembly hall, offices, stormwater, and parking
- Property is 41.3 acres zoned Agricultural (AG) and Rural Mixed Use (RMU)
- Location: south of May River Road, 600 feet east of Stardust Lane
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Development Review Committee Meeting
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
All Applications can be viewed on the Town of Bluffton’s Permit Finder page
https://www.townofbluffton.us/permit/
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
IV. OLD BUSINESS
V. NEW BUSINESS
1. Cornerstone Church - New Riverside Campus (Development Plan): A request by Sturre
Engineering on behalf of Cornerstone Church for review of a Final Development Plan
application. The project consists of site improvements to accommodate a new assembly hall
and offices for church operations including stormwater, parking and associated infrastructure.
The property is zoned Agricultural (AG) and Rural Mixed Use (RMU) and consists of
approximately 41.3 acres identified by tax map number R610 036 000 0014 0000 and located
south of May River Road approximately 600 feet east of Stardust Lane. (DP-02-25-019597)
(Staff - Dan Frazier)
VI. DISCUSSION
VII. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC Development Review Committee Meeting Agenda August 12, 2026
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Wed Aug 12, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Regular Town Council Meeting
Public hearing on stormwater ordinance final reading
The Town Council will hold a public hearing and final reading on amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) regarding stormwater design standards and definitions. A first reading will also consider changes to historic district review for relocation and demolition of non-contributing resources in Old Town. Consent items include renewal of a stormwater intergovernmental agreement with Beaufort County and reappointment of a fire district board member. An executive session is scheduled to discuss property negotiations and legal advice.
- Public hearing and final reading on UDO amendments to stormwater standards (Sec. 5.10) and definitions (Sec. 9.2)
- First reading on ordinance to amend historic district certificate of appropriateness process for relocation and demolition of non-contributing resources in Old Town
- Consent: Renewal of stormwater management intergovernmental agreement between Beaufort County and the Town
- Consent: Reappointment of William Ricketts to Beaufort County Bluffton Township Fire District Board through June 30, 2030
- Executive session to discuss property negotiations related to Ghost Road right-of-way and land acquisition in Buckwalter PUD
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Regular Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on BCTV, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel
1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. INVOCATION
IV. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
1. Regular Meeting Minutes of 06/09/2026
V. PRESENTATIONS, CELEBRATIONS, AND RECOGNITIONS
1. Beaufort County School District Character Student of the Month - Mayor Larry Toomer
2. Introduction of New Employees, Promotions, and Interns - Anni Evans, Director of Human
Resources
VI. PUBLIC COMMENT
VII. COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR AND COUNCIL
VIII. WORKSHOP AGENDA ITEMS
IX. PUBLIC HEARING & FINAL READING
1. Consideration of an Ordinance to Amend the Town of Bluffton's Municipal Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 23 - Unified Development Ordinance, Article 5 - Design Standards, Sec.
5.10 (Stormwater); and Article 9 - Definitions and Interpretation, Sec. 9.2 (Defined Terms) -
Public Hearing and Final Reading - Andrea Moreno, Watershed Division Manager
X. FORMAL AGENDA ITEMS
1. Consideration of an Ordinance for Certain Amendments to the Town of Bluffton’s Municipal
Code of Ordinances, Chapter 23, Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), Article 3 –
Application Process, Sec. 3.18, Certificate of Appropriateness-Historic District and Sec. 3.19,
Site Feature-Historic District Permit, Related to Relo …
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED
Bluffton HPRC meeting canceled for lack of agenda items
The Historic Preservation Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 10, 2026, has been canceled because there were no agenda items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2026.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
REVIEW COMMITTEE (HPRC)
Meeting scheduled for
Monday, August 10, 2026 at 4:00 P.M.
has been CANCELED
due to lack of agenda items.
The next meeting is scheduled for
Monday, August 17, 2026.
If you have questions, please contact
Growth Management at: 843-706-4500
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Historic Preservation Review Committee Meeting
Thu Aug 6, 2026
Affordable Housing Committee Meeting
Affordable Housing Committee to review FY27 budget update
The Bluffton Affordable Housing Committee will meet to review the fiscal year 2027 Neighborhood Assistance budget update. The meeting is open to the public and will be broadcast live on BCTV and local cable channels.
- FY27 Neighborhood Assistance Budget Update
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Affordable Housing Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 06, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on BCTV, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel
1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. July 2, 2026
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. NEW BUSINESS
1. FY27 Neighborhood Assistance Budget Update
VII. DISCUSSION
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Thursday, September 3, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC Affordable Housing Committee Meeting Agenda August 06, 2026
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In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the
Town of Bluffton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of
disability in its services, programs, or activities. The Town of Bluffton Council Chambers are ADA
compatible. Auditory accommodations are available. Any person requiring further accommodation
should contact the Town of Bluffton ADA Coordinator at 843.706.4500 or
adacoordinator@townofbluffton.com as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the
scheduled event.
Executive Session – The public body may vote to go into executive ses …
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting - CANCELED
Development Review Committee meeting canceled for August 5, 2026
The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 5, 2026, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2026.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
COMMITTEE (DRC)
Meeting scheduled for
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 1:00 P.M.
has been CANCELED
due to a lack of agenda items.
The next meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
If you have questions, please contact
Growth Management at: 843-706-4500
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
Bluffton commission to discuss historic resource renaming and window rules
The Historic Preservation Commission will review two staff-led discussions: renaming certain contributing resources based on a 2025 survey and potential window regulations in the Old Town Historic District. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes, public comment, and a monthly district update.
- Discussion on renaming contributing resources based on 2025 Historic Resource Survey (Staff - Glen Umberger)
- Discussion on window regulations in Old Town Historic District (Staff - Charlotte Moore)
- Adoption of July 1, 2026 meeting minutes
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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
Wednesday, August 05, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building, Henry “Emmett” McCracken Jr. Council Chambers,
20 Bridge Street, Bluffton, SC
AGENDA
This meeting can be viewed live on BCTV, on Sparklight Channel 9 and 417 or on Spectrum Channel
1304.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. NOTICE REGARDING ADJOURNMENT
The Historic Preservation Commission will not hear new items after 9:30 p.m. unless authorized by
a majority vote of the Commission Members present. Items which have not been heard before
9:30 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting or a special meeting date as determined
by the Commission Members.
IV. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. July 1, 2026 Minutes
V. PUBLIC COMMENT
VI. OLD BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
VIII. DISCUSSION
1. Discussion Regarding Renaming of Certain Contributing Resources Based on 2025 Historic
Resource Survey (Staff - Glen Umberger)
2. Discussion Regarding Window Regulations in Old Town Historic District (Staff - Charlotte
Moore)
3. Historic District Monthly Update. (Staff)
IX. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING DATE: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Town of Bluffton, SC Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Agenda August 05, 2026
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Wed Aug 5, 2026
Development Review Committee Meeting
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting - CANCELED
Bluffton Board of Zoning Appeals meeting canceled due to no agenda items
The Bluffton Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) meeting scheduled for August 4, 2026, was canceled because no agenda items were submitted. The next meeting is set for September 1, 2026.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
Meeting scheduled for
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Has been CANCELED
due to a lack of agenda items.
The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday,
September 1, 2026.
If you have questions, please contact
Growth Management at: 843-706-4500
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
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| $1.1M | OMNIA INNOVATION GROUP LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · LAKE NONA PHARMACY CASEWORK RENOVATION PROJECT FOR THE ORLANDO VA HEAL |
| $648,666 | INOUTBOARD COM INC Department of Agriculture · COMPLETE CHECK IN & CHECK OUT TOOL TO MEET ALL CIO SECURITY REQUIREMEN |
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| $99,520 | KOSTER GROUP INC Department of Defense · PROMOTIONAL ITEMS FOR RECRUITING AND RETENTION: TUMBLERS, SUNGLASSES, |
| $91,254 | OFFICEMOTIVE, INC. Department of Defense · TRANSCRIPTION SERVICES: CODE 100CE PNS, SUBMEPP & SUPSHIP BATH |
| $71,185 | FLAG BRIDGE GLOBAL SOLUTIONS LLC Department of Agriculture · ELEVATOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICE |
| $67,650 | INOUTBOARD COM INC Department of the Interior · INOUTBOARD.COM FOR BLM OREGON AND OUTLYING DISTRICTS. |
| $59,740 | FLAG BRIDGE GLOBAL SOLUTIONS LLC Department of Defense · PURCHASE ONE (1) 2024 RAM TRADESMAN 2500 CREW CAB 4X4 |
| $52,451 | HANGER PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · PROSTHESIS |
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🌐 County-level context (Beaufort County)
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Net migration+1,565 people (+$530.1M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)17 ({"Hurricane": 14, "Tropical Storm": 3, "Biological": 2, "Dro · last Fri Jan 23, 2026)
Traffic fatalities3 (2024)
Business establishments6,087 (59,121 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,822/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy15.8% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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506
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$41.0M
Spending$30.0M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$20.6M
Debt-to-revenue0.50×
Debt-load index28 / 100
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