Planning Commission Meeting May 12, 2026

The City of Aiken Planning Commission held a meeting on May 12, 2026, primarily to review and approve several development-related applications. Key procurement-related discussions included the annexation of a 0.21-acre property at 2910 Catawba Street and concept plans for affordable housing developments. One major project involved increasing units from 144 to 168 at a site on Sandy Avenue, with assurances of compliance with parking, open space, and traffic requirements. The developer confirmed 100% of the housing would be low-income, with rents starting around $550 for one-bedroom units. Concerns were raised by a public speaker about sewer capacity constraints and the need for clearer information on sewer availability and costs, which the commission acknowledged but noted that final capacity approval rests with the relevant authorities. Another affordable housing project proposing 39 units was discussed, including financing details and management plans. The commission voted unanimously to forward all applications to the City Council for approval, with conditions attached. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were made during this meeting, but the discussions and approvals set the stage for future procurement and development activities.