Town of Bluffton Planning Commission Meeting, July 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM

The Town of Bluffton Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on July 22, 2026, to discuss the expiration of the Village at Verdier development agreement and its transition into the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). The discussion focused on incorporating remaining development rights, including commercial square footage and residential dwelling units, into the UDO, similar to a previous transition with Bluffton Village. The commission reviewed proposed amendments to the UDO, including establishing a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Village at Verdier and outlining permitted uses, density, building, and signage standards. They also addressed concerns about unassigned development rights, ownership transitions, and the impact on future development and zoning. The commission planned two upcoming community meetings to gather public input before returning with a recommendation in September, followed by Town Council readings and approval in November. No formal votes were taken during this workshop, but the commission emphasized the importance of tracking development rights and ensuring clear communication with property owners and stakeholders.