# Special Council Meeting Planning Workshop  10/15/26  9am

Town Council planning workshop, Town of Summerville (TownSummSC), October 15, 2026. Council reviewed proposed Unified Development Ordinance changes for short-term rentals (STRs), including simplifying rental categories, setting occupancy limits, requiring annual permit renewal and permit numbers in advertisements, and clarifying that recorded covenants may prohibit rentals. Members also discussed whether larger rentals in residential districts should be considered through a special-exception process. A motion supporting the proposed changes, with an amendment concerning STR use of cottages and consideration of exceptions, passed. This was workshop-level direction, not final adoption; the changes are expected to proceed to Planning Commission review and a public hearing, followed by two Council readings.

The Council also provided preliminary feedback on design districts and corridors intended to make development expectations clearer and streamline approvals while maintaining design quality. Discussion covered Central Avenue, Brownsville, the North Side, Oakbrook, Old Trolley Road, and Uptown Market, including building character, tree preservation, parking, signage, and redevelopment. Staff requested written comments, will develop broader design guidelines and seek input from design professionals, and anticipates another workshop in late January or early February. No contract awards, vendor selections, or procurement spending were identified.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 15, 2026

### Sources
- [Special Council Meeting Planning Workshop  10/15/26  9am](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=to3kQUOQbIY) - TownSummSC