2026-05-11 North Charleston Planning Commission

The City of North Charleston Planning Commission held a meeting on May 11, 2026, focusing primarily on zoning and land use matters. Key procurement-related discussions included multiple rezoning proposals for properties along Dorchester Road and other areas, with staff recommendations and public hearings conducted for each. The commission approved rezoning from B1 limited business to B2 general business for 2710 Dorchester Road by a 4-3 vote, despite community opposition citing traffic and neighborhood concerns. Another rezoning from R1 single-family to R2 multi-family residential at 1935 Burton Lane was unanimously approved, supported by neighborhood associations. However, a proposed planned development district rezoning at 9650 Dorchester Road, involving mixed residential and commercial uses, was unanimously denied due to infrastructure and traffic concerns. Additionally, the commission approved a subdivision variance to restore original lot lines for certain properties and recommended approval of zoning text amendments establishing a new fee schedule for the planning and zoning department, consolidating and revising fees for various permits and applications. These actions will be forwarded to the Mayor and City Council for further consideration. The meeting highlighted community input on development impacts, infrastructure capacity, and the importance of balancing growth with neighborhood preservation.