County Council/Planning Commmision Joint Workshop 8 4 26

The Greenville County Council and Planning Commission held a joint workshop on August 7, 2026, focused primarily on addressing infrastructure and traffic concerns related to new subdivisions and developments amid rapid county growth. The discussion centered on Article 9 of the county's Land Development Regulations (LDR), specifically the use and adequacy of Traffic Impact Studies (TIS) to evaluate road capacity and safety before approving new developments. Participants highlighted that only a small percentage of subdivisions currently require TIS, contributing to traffic congestion and safety issues on both county and state roads. The workshop explored potential amendments to Article 9 to incorporate stricter traffic limiting considerations, including evaluating existing and approved-but-not-built developments within a defined geographic and temporal scope, and considering road conditions and level of service. The group emphasized the need for balanced regulations that address infrastructure capacity without unduly hindering development, and the importance of collaboration between council, planning staff, and the public. Next steps include further staff meetings to refine recommendations and potential regulatory updates to better manage growth-related traffic impacts.