Planning Commission
Regular MeetingFort Mill, SC · March 19, 2019
Minutes
MINUTES
TOWN OF FORT MILL
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
March 19, 2019
112 Confederate Street
6:30 PM
Present: James Traynor, Tom Petty, Chris Wolfe, Zhengzheng Wiley, Hynek Lettang, Matthew
Lucarelli, Assistant Town Manager Chris Pettit, Planning Director Penelope
Karagounis, Senior Planner Alex Moore
Absent: Ben Hudgins
Guests: Bill Moseley, Tom Stanford, Alex Quesenberry
Chairman Traynor called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
Commissioner Petty made a motion to approve the minutes from the February 19, 2019 meeting
as submitted. Commissioner Lucarelli seconded the motion. The minutes were approved by a
vote of 6-0.
NEW BUSINESS ITEMS
• Subdivision Request – 1822 N. Dobys Bridge Road: Senior Planner Moore provided a brief
overview of the CTR REIT of Rock Hill, LLC subdivision plat request, the purpose of which
was to review and approve the subdivision of the existing 4.5 acre tract into two parcels.
The property contains approximately 239 linear feet of road frontage on N. Dobys Bridge
Road and is bisected by Haire Road. The property is currently undeveloped and was
recently annexed into the Town of Fort Mill. Subsequent the approval of the subdivision,
it is the applicant’s intent to develop that portion of the property on the east side of Haire
Road with a child daycare. Tract 2 (1 acre) will be donated to the Town.
Mr. Wolfe questioned how the donated property would be used. Mr. Pettit mentioned
that the Town has no future plans of how it would be used. Mr. Traynor stated the
neighbors supported the idea of the land to be donated to the Town so it could be
undeveloped. Mr. Traynor asked if anyone was here from the neighborhood? One resident
spoke and she stated her concerns with how important this undeveloped tract that the
Town would own was to protect them by buffering the residents from the commercial area.
She wanted this tract to stay a neat, natural area. Mr. Traynor asked who would maintain
this natural area and Mr. Pettit responded that the Town would maintain it. Mr. Traynor
also asked about road improvements and Mr. Pettit stated the traffic study was completed
prior to the annexation request of this property.
The resident asked the question if the subdivision could be approved with conditions about
the tract being undeveloped. Discussions followed with Commissioners and Mr. Pettit
explained the obligation for the developer to donate the land was secured as a part of the
annexation request. Mr. Pettit stated the request is to subdivide the two parcels and no
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conditions are needed.
Mr. Wolfe asked what the setbacks were for the Highway Commercial District? Mr. Pettit
responded that the front and rear setback is 35 feet and the side setback is 10 feet.
Mr. Lucarelli mentioned for clarification purposes; it was mentioned at the beginning of the
meeting that the daycare was part of Tract 2. However, per the exhibit the daycare is part
of Tract 1 and the undeveloped land donated to the Town is Tract 2.
There being no further questions, Mr. Wolfe made the motion to recommend approval of
the request as submitted. Mr. Lucarelli seconded the motion. The motion passed by a vote
of 6-0.
• Subdivision Request – 419 and 421 Banks Street: Senior Planner Moore provided a brief
overview of the NC RE investments LLC subdivision plat request, the purpose of which was
to subdivide Tax Map 020-05-04-010 consisting of 1.694 acres of land, into two parcels.
This property contains two multi-family apartment buildings, 419 and 421 Banks Street.
The proposed division of the property would occur at the centerline of the existing
driveway which serves these buildings. There is a draft driveway agreement to be recorded
with the plat.
Mr. Traynor asked the question if each of those buildings were duplexes. Mr. Moore said
it appears that is more than a duplex but he was not certain. Discussions occurred relating
to the existing uses in the R-15 zoning district, to which Mr. Moore noted that they were
legally non-conforming.
Discussion occurred regarding the shared driveway agreement because Commissioners had
concerns with similar situations in the past. The Commissioners discussed that it would be
beneficial for attorney to review the document. Mr. Moore stated he just received the
driveway agreement and that we could have the Town attorney review it.
Mr. Pettit mentioned from a legal perspective if the lot is subdivided, then legal access must
be provided and SCDOT would need to give a driveway cut. However, with a shared access
agreement, it would be a tool for SCDOT to not give them two separate driveways.
Mrs. Wiley asked if there was a maintenance agreement in the document. Mr. Moore
stated he just received the draft document tonight and has not reviewed it. He also stated
that this document has not been recorded but would need to be when the plat is approved.
Mr. Lucarelli does point out at the last paragraph of the draft document is language about
maintenance of the driveway.
Mr. Pettit mentions to the Commission, if you are in favor of the general idea, perhaps you
can make a motion to approve contingent upon the Town’s attorney review and approval
of the driveway document and recordation of the driveway agreement.
There being no further questions, Mr. Petty made the motion to recommend approval of
subdivision plat contingent upon the attorney’s review, approves and recordation of the
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shared driveway agreement. Mr. Wolfe seconded the motion. The motion passed by a
vote of 6-0.
• Rezoning Request: Rutledge MXU Project: Assistant Town Manager Pettit provided a brief
overview of the amendment of the ordinance for the Mixed Use Concept Plan and
Development Conditions for the Rutledge MXU project, consisting of York County Tax Map
Numbers 020-21-330, 020-21-01-331, and 020-21-01-332 containing approximately 49.298
+/- acres located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Springfield Parkway and
U.S. Highway 21 Bypass. The concept plan and development conditions were approved in
2017 and allowed for the development of 245 dwelling units with a gross residential density
of 5 units per acre and a minimum of 50,000 square feet and a maximum of 175,000 square
feet of building space designated for commercial use. The principal amendments to the
development conditions and concept plan would be the following: amend the maximum
number of dwelling units from 245 (any type) to 200 (single family attached or detached)
with a residential density of 4.1 units per acre; amend the overall minimum square footage
from 50,000 to 20,000 for commercial and the overall maximum square footage from
175,000 to 50,000; amend the language related to the vehicular access and road
improvements to include a TIA prior to construction activities; amend the language related
to landscaping to include a tree survey showing trees 32” in caliber or greater; amend the
language related to streets to ensure sidewalks are installed along the project’s frontages
of U.S. Highway 21 Bypass and Springfield Parkway; amend the language to acknowledge
that portions of the development are subject to the Town’s TCP Transportation Corridor
Preservation Overlay District; amend the language related to floodplain areas subject to
the Town’s ordinances related to floodplains and development within floodplain areas.
Mr. Wolfe asked the question if the commercial on the corner was still included because it
stated +/- 6.59 acres (not included) on the concept plan. Mr. Pettit said that the
commercial corner was reduced and that the 6.59 acres for future commercial outparcels
was correct and did not know why it stated they were not included.
Mr. Traynor talked about the way the density is calculated with gross vs. net density. Mr.
Pettit replied that historically the density has been calculated by the total acreage of the
site.
Mr. Wolfe discussed the importance to have useable open space and Mr. Pettit stated the
concept plan proposes 8.54 acres of open space for the development.
There was discussion among the Commissioners about if this development was a true
mixed-use development because the commercial was being decreased. The applicant, Mr.
Moseley stated because the property was further away from the interstate and adjacent to
the Cato development, they did not need the higher square footage of commercial. He
stated that the retail development is not seeing a lot of growth and they were proposing
the corner lot to be a CVS pharmacy and the remainder 3 acres would be marketed for
commercial.
The Commission also asked the question if consideration was being made with the
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widening of Highway 21? Mr. Pettit stated that portions of the development are subject to
the Town’s Transportation Corridor Preservation Overlay District. There is also a new TIA
currently underway and the new study will reflect the new required changes for the road
improvement. The access locations would be determined and approved by the TIA.
Mr. Lucarelli asked the question if this request was approving the site plan. Mr. Pettit
stated that this is a rezoning changing the text and concept plan to the prior Rutledge MXU
project. Mr. Pettit noted that the applicant’s concept plan was initially a site plan, but it
was converted to be a concept / bubble plan. Discussions occurred related to the concept
plan and the extraneous information that was included on the plan that was leftover from
when the plan was a site plan.
Mrs. Wiley asked the question if they could build 2-3 stories for the commercial. Mr. Pettit
stated it would depend if they could meet the parking regulations, but the max height limit
would be 60 feet. There was discussion about a parking deck and Mr. Moseley stated that
no structural parking deck was in the plans.
Mr. Lettang stated the amendment was reducing the commercial density by 60% in an area
where investment is going on to support development. He understood his cohorts were
fixated about the reduction of the residential density was a positive note but he felt the
original concept plan was more balanced.
Mr. Lucarelli asked if a market study was conducted? Mr. Moseley stated that no market
study was done and that he could only speak in regards to the commercial development
tract since he was not developing the residential development.
Mr. Lucarelli also questioned the floodplain note on the concept plan that there could be a
potential pedestrian pathway. He did not know if we could add a condition to require the
pedestrian pathway or should we strike the note on the plan. Mr. Moseley said that he
could not comment about the potential pedestrian pathway since it was next to the
residential and he had no jurisdiction since he was only developing the commercial
component. Mr. Pettit stated that the notes included on the concept plan were leftover
from when the plan was used as a site plan and therefore were not directly related to the
applicant’s current request.
There being no further questions, Mr. Lucarelli made the motion to recommend approval
of the amendment with the condition that Exhibit B titled the Rutledge MXU concept plan
be modified to only show the information applicable related to “bubble diagram” as
referenced by staff. Ms. Wiley seconded the motion. The motion passed by a vote of 5-1.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:18.
Respectfully submitted,
Penelope G. Karagounis, MA
Planning Director
April 8, 2019
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Agenda
TOWN OF FORT MILL
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
March 19, 2019
112 Confederate Street
6:30 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Regular Meeting: February 19, 2019 [Pages 2‐5]
NEW BUSINESS ITEMS
1. Subdivision Request: 1822 N Dobys Bridge Road [Pages 6‐9]
Request from CTR REIT of Rock Hill, LLC to subdivide York County Tax Map Number 020‐
12‐01‐320, consisting of +/‐ 4.505 acres of land, into two parcels
2. Subdivision Request: 419 & 421 Banks Street [Pages 10‐14]
Request from NC RE Investments LLC to subdivide Tax Map 020-05-04-010, consisting
of ± 1.693 acres of land, into two parcels.
3. Rezoning Request: Rutledge MXU Project [Pages 15‐37]
An ordinance amending the Mixed Use Concept Plan & Development Conditions for the
Rutledge MXU Project, consisting of York County Tax Map Numbers 020‐21‐01‐330, 020‐
21‐01‐331, and 020‐21‐01‐332 containing approximately 49.298 +/‐ acres located at the
Southwest corner of the intersection of Springfield Parkway and U.S. HWY 21 Bypass.
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MINUTES
TOWN OF FORT MILL
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
February 19, 2019
112 Confederate Street
6:30 PM
Present: James Traynor, Hynek Lettang, Ben Hudgins, Tom Petty, Zhengzheng Wiley, Matthew
Lucarelli, Asst. Town Manager Chris Pettit, Nick Cauthen
Absent: Chris Wolfe
Guests: Mary Ellen and Lou Cila, Chris Schraf, Ryan Davis, Matt Hutto
Chairman Traynor called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
Commissioner Petty made a motion to approve the minutes from the January 15, 2019 meeting as
submitted. Commissioner Hudgins seconded the motion. The minutes were approved by a vote of
5-0.
NEW BUSINESS ITEMS
Commissioner Wiley arrived prior to the discussion of New Business Item #1
1. Rezoning Request: 1462 & 1466 N. Dobys Bridge Road: Mr. Pettit provided a brief
overview of the request, the purpose of which was to review and provide a
recommendation on an ordinance amending the zoning map for the Town of Fort Mill so
as to change the zoning designation for York County Tax Map Numbers 020-11-01-111 and
020-11-01-110 (portion) from R-15 Residential to TC Transitional Commercial. Staff
recommended in favor of denial.
Lou Cila, the property owner, stated that his intent was to use a portion of the existing
building as an office for his insurance company and to lease the remaining portion to a
professional office user. Discussions occurred relating to the prior uses of the property
(church office), Mr. Cila’s concerns of using the property as residential, Mr. Cila’s intent to
not change the structures on the property, and Mr. Cila’s observation of commercial
properties on other portions of N. Dobys Bridge Road.
Chairman Traynor discussed the difficulty of the request given its inconsistency with the
comprehensive plan, further explaining the differences between the property subject to
the rezoning request, the commercial properties existing on N. Dobys Bridge Road, and the
legal nonconforming gas station adjacent to the property.
Commissioner Lucarelli questioned what some of the other permitted uses were within the
TC District, to which Mr. Pettit noted that buildings were limited to 7,500 square feet and
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the more intensive uses ranged from pharmacies, medical offices, banks, and some retail
uses.
Mr. Cila questioned whether there was an alternative zoning designation that would allow
his intended use for his property and not allow the more intensive uses permitted in the TC
District, to which Chairman Traynor noted the intent of the TC District was to serve as a
transition between residential and commercial areas and that the subject property was not
located in a transitional area.
Commissioner Hudgins requested clarification on what the surrounding properties were
zoned, to which Mr. Pettit responded with those designations. Discussions occurred
related to the commercially zoned properties at the corner of N. Dobys Bridge Road and
Williams Road, with which it was discussed that the properties were zoned commercial
prior to the Fort Mill Parkway existing and that the Fort Mill Parkway shifted the Town’s
plans for commercial south to its intersection with N. Dobys Bridge Road. Mr. Pettit noted
that a rezoning was previously discussed to change the commercial designation of the
Williams Road properties to a residential designation to bring them into conformance with
the comprehensive plan.
Commissioner Lucarelli asked for clarification on staff’s recommendation as listed at the
end of the staff report given that it stated the recommendation was for denial of the
annexation, to which Mr. Pettit clarified that the wording was an error and that the
recommendation was for denial of the rezoning.
Mr. Cila questioned whether the Planning Commission’s feelings toward the request would
be different if it was only for the existing one-acre parcel as opposed to the proposed two-
acre parcel, to which Mr. Pettit explained that the zoning ordinance would require a two-
acre minimum for a rezoning request to a new district.
Further discussions occurred related to the adjacent gas station, its nonconforming status,
and other nonconformities that were due to uses existing prior to zoning.
Commissioner Hudgins spoke to the importance of staff’s recommendation and the work
that is consistently put in to the Town’s comprehensive plan, of which the rezoning request
does not conform to.
There being no further questions, Chairman Traynor called for a motion. Commissioner
Hudgins made a motion to recommend in favor of denial of the request. Commissioner
Lucarelli seconded the motion. The motion as approved by a vote of 6-0.
2. Rezoning Request: Fort Mill Church of God: Mr. Chris Pettit provided a brief overview of
the request, the purpose of which was to review and provide a recommendation on an
ordinance amending the zoning map for the Town of Fort Mill so as to change the zoning
designation for York County Tax Map Numbers 020-06-06-010, 020-06-06-009, 020-06-06-
008, 020-06-06-007, 020-06-06-006, 020-06-06-005, 020-06-06-002, and 020-06-06-012
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from R-15 Residential to LC Local Commercial. Staff recommended in favor of approval.
Chairman Traynor questioned whether the adjoining property owners were notified, to
which Mr. Pettit stated that he received no communication from adjoining property owners
and that the Town would post the property prior to Town Council’s public hearing.
Commissioner Hudgins provided his concerns of introducing commercial into a residential
area. The questioned was asked as to whether the subject properties were located within
the Historic Preservation Overlay District and what effect that would have, to which Mr.
Pettit noted that the properties were not in the historic district and therefore would not
affect the properties subject to the request.
Discussions occurred related to the surrounding properties and their zoning designations,
with specific discussion also occurring related to the properties within the same block that
were not included in the rezoning request.
Chairman Traynor noted that the proximity to existing commercial did make the request
different than the previous agenda item, however a concern did exist relating to protecting
the established residential area.
Commissioner Lettang questioned the applicant’s intent, to which Mr. Pettit noted that the
church no longer had a use for the structure at the corner of Confederate and Forrest
Streets and that their primary intent was to rezone the property so they could lease the
structure to a professional office user. The question was asked as to the size of the single
parcel containing the structure proposed for professional office, to which Mr. Pettit noted
that it was not large enough to rezone by itself and therefore the church was required to
assemble multiple properties to achieve the two-acre minimum threshold.
Discussions occurred related to the existing residential character surrounding the subject
properties, with Commissioner Lucarelli noting that there is a buffer to the residential but
that the subject properties also had a residential feel to them.
There being no further questions, Chairman Traynor called for a motion. Commissioner
Lettang made a motion to recommend in favor of denial of the request. Commissioner
Petty seconded the motion. The motion was approved by a vote of 6-0.
INFORMATION / DISCUSSION
1. Preliminary Appearance Review – 1544 Sam Smith Road: Mr. Pettit gave a brief
description of the preliminary appearance review. The project included a one-story steel
building located at 1544 Sam Smith Road.
The applicants stated this property would be used for a gymnastics facility. They felt it
would have a positive effect on the community with the amount of families in the area that
are currently having to travel outside of Fort Mill to find a viable facility.
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The applicant presented a PowerPoint showing the building and general layout. The
applicant stated the walls of the building would be 16 feet with a maximum roof height of
26 feet.
The applicant stated the dimensions of the building are 150’ x 275’ with a metal façade.
The Commission responded that a pre-engineered building is acceptable, but the façade
must be of a quality material on all four sides.
Mr. Traynor asked what the property is zoned? Staff responded that the property is zoned
Limited Industrial and this would be a permitted use.
Mr. Petty recommended the applicant drive by A-lock-it storage building for an example of
an approved pre-engineered structure with added façade materials. Mr. Traynor along with
other Commission members added that a quality façade material must be used along with
variations in architecture and placement of windows to eliminate long expanses of blank
walls.
Mr. Lucarelli recommended to plan for the need of a Traffic Impact Analysis and that
sidewalks would also have to be installed.
The Commission concluded by saying this is an attractive use for the Town but that
extensive improvement to the façade of the building will be required before an approval is
granted. It was also recommended to the applicant to bring sample materials to the next
meeting and to provide adequate buffers to protect the adjoining residential properties.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:22.
Respectfully submitted,
Chris Pettit, AICP
Assistant Town Manager
March 14, 2019
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Meeting Information
Meeting Type Planning Commission
Meeting Date March 19th, 2019
Request Summary
Action (Old Bus.) X Action (New Bus.) Info/Discussion
Request Type
Public Hearing Executive Session Other
Case Summary
Annexation Rezoning Text Amendment
Case Type
X Subdivision Plat Appearance Review Other
Property Information
Applicant CTR REIT of Rock Hill LLC
Property Owner CTR REIT of Rock Hill LLC
Property Location Corner of N. Doby’s Bridge Road and Haire Road
Tax Map Numbers 020-12-01-320
Acreage ± 4.505 acres
Current Zoning HC (Highway Commercial) w/COD-N (Corridor Overlay District)
Existing Use Vacant/Wooded
Title
Request from CTR REIT of Rock Hill, LLC to subdivide Tax Map 020-12-01-320, consisting of ± 4.505 acres
of land, into two parcels.
Background Information
Site Characteristics The subject property, consisting of ± 4.505 acres, is located at 1822 N.
Doby’s Bridge Road at the intersection with Haire Road. The property
contains approximately 239 linear feet of road frontage on N. Doby’s Bridge
Road and is bisected by Haire Road. The property is currently
undeveloped and was recently annexed into the Town of Fort Mill.
Neighboring Uses Direction Zoning Existing Use
North RD-II Single Family Residential & Vacant
South HC & RD-II Single Family Residential
East RD-II Single Family Residential & Vacant
West RUD Single Family Residential
Zoning Summary The site is currently zoned HC, Highway Commercial
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Maximum Building Height: 35’
Minimum lot area: 10,000 square feet
Minimum lot width: 75’ at building line
Minimum front yard setback: 35’
Minimum side yard setback: 10’
Minimum rear yard setback: 35’
Applicant Proposal The applicant is proposing to subdivide two parcels of property from the
existing ± 4.505-acre tract. The property is zoned HC, Highway Commercial.
Subsequent the approval of this subdivision, it is the applicant’s intent to
develop that portion of the property on the east side of Haire Road with a
child daycare.
Staff Staff recommends in favor of approval of this proposed subdivision.
Recommendation
Alternatives
1. Grant approval with conditions.
2. Grant approval.
3. Deny subdivision approval.
Staff Recommendation
Recommendation Staff recommends in favor of APPROVAL for the request.
Name & Title Alex Moore, Senior Planner
Department Planning Department
Date of Request March 12th, 2019
Legislative History
Planning Commission Scheduled – 3/19/19
Attachments
• Aerial Map
• Proposed Subdivision Plat
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Aerial Map
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Meeting Information
Meeting Type Planning Commission
Meeting Date March 19th, 2019
Request Summary
Action (Old Bus.) X Action (New Bus.) Info/Discussion
Request Type
Public Hearing Executive Session Other
Case Summary
Annexation Rezoning Text Amendment
Case Type
X Subdivision Plat Appearance Review Other
Property Information
Applicant NC RE Investments LLC
Property Owner NC RE Investments LLC
Property Location Banks Street
Tax Map Numbers 020-05-04-010
Acreage ± 1.693 acres
Current Zoning R-15
Existing Use Multifamily
Title
Request from NC RE Investments LLC to subdivide Tax Map 020-05-04-010, consisting of ± 1.693 acres
of land, into two parcels.
Background Information
Site Characteristics The subject property, consisting of ± 1.693 acres, is located on Banks Street.
This property contains two multifamily apartment buildings, 419 and 421
Banks Street, respectively. The proposed division of the property would occur
at the centerline of the existing driveway which serves these buildings.
Neighboring Uses Direction Zoning Existing Use
North R-15 Single Family Residential & Vacant
South R-15 Institutional
East R-15 Single Family Residential
West R-15 Single Family Residential
Zoning Summary The site is currently zoned R-15, One-family residential
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Maximum Building Height: 35’
Minimum lot area: 15,000 square feet
Minimum lot width: 100’ at building line
Minimum front yard setback: 35’
Minimum side yard setback: 10’
Minimum rear yard setback: 35’
Applicant Proposal The applicant is proposing to subdivide two parcels of property from the
existing ± 1.693-acre tract. The property is zoned R-15, One-family residential.
Staff Staff recommends in favor of approval of this proposed subdivision.
Recommendation
Alternatives
1. Grant approval with conditions.
2. Grant approval.
3. Deny subdivision approval.
Staff Recommendation
Recommendation Staff recommends in favor of APPROVAL for the request.
Name & Title Alex Moore, Senior Planner
Department Planning Department
Date of Request March 12th, 2019
Legislative History
Planning Commission Scheduled – 3/19/19
Attachments
• Aerial Map
• Zoning Map
• Proposed Subdivision Plat
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Aerial Map
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Zoning Map
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Meeting Information
Meeting Type Planning Commission
Meeting Date March 19, 2019
Request Summary
Action (Old Bus.) X Action (New Bus.) Info/Discussion
Request Type
Public Hearing Executive Session Other
Case Summary
Annexation X Rezoning Text Amendment
Case Type
Subdivision Plat Appearance Review X Other
Property Information
Applicant William Mosley
Property Owner Rutledge Land & Realty LLC, C4 Holdings LLC
Property Location Corner of Springfield Parkway and U.S. HWY 21 Bypass
Tax Map Number 020-21-01-330, 020-21-01-331, and 020-21-01-332
Acreage 49.268 +/- acres
Current Zoning MXU
Proposed Zoning MXU
Existing Use Vacant/Wooded
Title
An ordinance amending the Mixed Use Concept Plan & Development Conditions for the Rutledge
MXU Project, consisting of York County Tax Map Numbers 020-21-01-330, 020-21-01-331, and 020-
21-01-332 containing approximately 49.298 +/- acres located at the Southwest corner of the
intersection of Springfield Parkway and U.S. HWY 21 Bypass.
Background Information
Site Characteristics The property is currently located at the southwest quadrant of the
intersection of Springfield Parkway and U.S. HWY 21 Bypass, consisting of
approximately 49.268 acres of currently vacant/wooded land. The property
includes approximately 1,720 feet of frontage on Springfield Parkway and
approximately 1,950 feet of frontage along U.S. Hwy 21 Bypass. The
western and southern edges of the project contain wetlands and
floodplain, which acts as a natural buffer.
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Neighboring Uses Direction Zoning Existing Use
North BD-III, Captain Steve’s Restaurant, Vacant (County)
AGC
South PD Church/Vacant (County)
East AGC, BD- Single-Family Residences (County), Vacant
III (County)
West PD Vacant (County), CATO Development
(County)
Zoning Summary The Mixed Use Concept Plan & Development Conditions for the Rutledge
MXU Project was adopted for the above referenced parcels as required by
Article II, Section 19(5)(D)(1)(a), of the Zoning Ordinance for the Town of
Fort Mill in February 2017.
The MXU district is intended to encourage flexibility in the development of
land in order to promote its most appropriate use; to improve the design,
character and quality of new development; to facilitate the provision of
infrastructure; and to preserve the natural and scenic features of open
areas. This district is intended for the appropriate integration of a wide
range of residential and non-residential uses. The district is intended for
use in connection with developments where the town has determined that
the quality of a proposed new development there under will be enhanced
by flexibility in the planning process. Any use proposed by an applicant and
considered by the town council as compatible with the surrounding area
may be permitted within the project area upon approval by the town
council.
In the attached MXU Concept Plan and Development Conditions, the
applicant is proposing to develop up to 200 single-family (attached or
detached) units on the site. Under the proposed development conditions,
the proposed setbacks and minimum lot specifications would be as defined
in Article II, Section 19-4{A) of the Zoning Ordinance.
Concept Plan & As approved in 2017, the Development Conditions for the Rutledge MXU
Development Project allowed for the development of:
Conditions • 245 dwelling units with a gross residential density of 5 units per
acre;
• A minimum of 50,000 square feet and a maximum of 175,000
square feet of building space designated for commercial use;
The proposed amendment to the Rutledge MXU Project Development
Conditions & Concept Plan would:
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• Amend the maximum number of allowed dwelling units from 245
(any type) to 200 (single family attached or detached) with a
residential density of 4.1 units per acre;
• Amend the overall minimum square footage from 50,000 to 20,000
for commercial and the overall maximum square footage from
175,000 to 50,000;
• Amend the language related to the vehicular access and road
improvements to include a TIA prior to construction activities;
• Amend the language related to landscaping to include a tree survey
showing tress 32” in caliber or greater;
• Amend the language related to streets to ensure sidewalks are
installed along the project’s frontages of U.S. HWY 21 Bypass and
Springfield Parkway;
• Amend the language to acknowledge that portions of the
development are subject to the Town’s TCP Transportation
Corridor Preservation Overlay District;
• Amend the language related to floodplain areas subject to the
Town’s ordinances related to floodplains and development within
floodplain areas
Comprehensive Plan The property is located within an area that has been designated as
“Medium Density Residential” on the Town of Fort Mill’s Future Land Use
Map, last updated in May 2016. The comprehensive plan generally defined
“medium density” as three to five dwelling units per acre. The currently
approved Rutledge MXU Project density of 5 units per acre is consistent
with the recommendations of the comprehensive plan. With the proposed
amendment to the Rutledge MXU Project Concept Plan & Development
Conditions, the future density would remain consistent with the
recommendation of the comprehensive plan.
The proposed commercial component is also consistent with the
recommendations of the Node 3a on the future land use map.
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Traffic Impact Properties zoned MXU would require a traffic impact analysis (TIA) prior to
the development of the property. The review of the proposed
development and TIA would be coordinated with SCDOT and may require
the completion off-site transportation improvements to mitigate the
development’s impact to the transportation network.
Any off-site transportation improvements deemed necessary by the Town
and SCDOT would be the responsibility of the developer.
Fire Impact The property is located approximately 4.0 miles (7 minutes) ordinary
driving distance from the town’s main fire station on Tom Hall Street.
Utility Impact The subject property is currently located within the York County water and
sewer service district. The applicant would be required to work with York
County to determine the improvements necessary to serve the property.
School Impact The applicant’s request would lower the maximum allowable residential
units, which would therefore decrease the potential impact to the school
district’s enrollment figures.
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Discussion As mentioned above, the town’s Comprehensive Plan recommends
“Medium Density Residential” as the preferred land use in this location,
which is defined as 3 to 5 dwelling units per acre. The proposed
amendment to the Mixed Use Concept Plan & Development Conditions is
consistent with the future land use plan.
Additionally, the addition of commercial is consistent with the
recommends for Node 3a.
Staff recommends in favor of approval of the ordinance amending the
Rutledge MXU Project.
Alternatives
1. Recommend approval of the ordinance amending the Mixed Use Concept Plan &
Development Conditions for the Rutledge MXU Project.
2. Recommend approval of the ordinance amending the Mixed Use Concept Plan &
Development Conditions for the Rutledge MXU Project with Changes.
3. Recommend denial of the ordinance amending the Mixed Use Concept Plan &
Development Conditions for the Rutledge MXU Project.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends in favor of APPROVAL of the ordinance amending the
Recommendation Mixed Use Concept Plan & Development Conditions for the Rutledge
MXU Project.
Name & Title Penelope Karagounis, Planning Director
Department Planning Department
Date of Request March 19th, 2019
Legislative History
Planning Commission Scheduled: 03/19/2019
First Reading TBD
Public Hearing TBD
Second Reading TBD
Effective Date Upon adoption
Attachments
• Application
• Aerial Map
• Zoning Map
• Draft Ordinance Amending the MXU Development Conditions and Concept Plan
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Aerial Map
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Zoning Map
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STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA
TOWN COUNCIL FOR THE TOWN OF FORT MILL
ORDINANCE NO. 2019-___
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MIXED USE CONCEPT PLAN & DEVELOPMENT CONDITIONS FOR THE
RUTLEDGE MXU PROJECT, CONSISTING OF PARCELS CURRENTLY OR FORMERLY KNOWN AS YORK
COUNTY TAX MAP NUMBERS 020-21-01-330, 020-21-01-331 AND 020-21-01-332 CONTAINING
APPROXIMATELY 49.268 +/- ACRES LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTION OF SPRINGFIELD PARKWAY AND
U.S. HWY 21 BYPASS
WHEREAS, by ordinance No. 2014-15 of the Fort Mill Town Council, a Mixed Use Concept Plan
& Development Conditions for the Rutledge MXU Project was adopted; and
WHEREAS, by ordinance No. 2017-06 of the Fort Mill Town Council, an amended Mixed Use
Concept Plan & Development Conditions for the Rutledge MXU Project was adopted to include the
parcel currently or formerly known as York County Tax Map Number 020-21-01-330 and make other
amendments to the Concept Plan & Development Conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Property Owner and Town Council now wish to further amend the Mixed Use
Concept Plan & Development Conditions for the Rutledge MXU Project to make the changes as shown
within the Development Conditions attached as “Exhibit A,” and the Concept Plan as shown within
the attached “Exhibit B,” both of which have been reviewed by the Fort Mill Planning Commission
and the Fort Mill Town Council and found to be consistent with the Town’s Comprehensive Plan;
NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the authority granted by the Constitution of the State of
South Carolina and the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina, BE IT ENACTED BY THE
TOWN COUNCIL FOR THE TOWN OF FORT MILL:
SECTION I. Pursuant to Article II, Section 19(5)(D)(3), of the Zoning Ordinance for the Town of
Fort Mill, the Development Conditions for the Rutledge MXU Project are hereby amended as shown
within the attached “Exhibit A.” Where any conflicts exist between the Development Conditions and
the Subdivision Ordinance or Zoning Ordinance for the Town of Fort Mill, the provisions specified
within the Development Conditions shall apply. A copy of these development conditions shall be
maintained on file in the office of the Town Clerk and the Zoning Administrator.
SECTION II. Pursuant to Article II, Section 19(5)(D)(4), of the Zoning Ordinance for the Town
of Fort Mill, the Concept Plan for the Rutledge MXU Project is hereby amended as shown within the
attached “Exhibit B.” A copy of this Concept Plan shall be maintained on file in the office of the Town
Clerk and the Zoning Administrator.
SECTION III. The provisions of this ordinance shall apply to the parcels currently or formerly
known as 020-21-01-330, 020-21-01-331, and 020-21-01-332, containing approximately 49.268 acres
at the southwest quadrant of the intersection of Springfield Parkway and U.S. Highway 21 Bypass.
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SECTION IV. If any section, subsection, or clause of this Ordinance shall be deemed to be
unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, the validity of the remaining sections, subsections, and clauses
shall not be affected thereby.
SECTION V. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION VI. Effective Date. This ordinance shall be effective from and after the date of
adoption.
SIGNED AND SEALED this _____ day of ___________________, 2019, having been duly
adopted by the Town Council for the Town of Fort Mill on the _____ day of ___________________,
2019.
First Reading: TOWN OF FORT MILL
Public Hearing:
Second Reading: ______________________________
Guynn H. Savage, Mayor
LEGAL REVIEW ATTEST
______________________________ ______________________________
Barron B. Mack, Jr, Town Attorney Virginia Burgess, Town Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
Development Standards & Conditions
Rutledge MXU Project
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DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS & CONDITIONS
Rutledge MXU Project
Development Standards
RUTLEDGE ‐ MXU ‐ PROJECT CONDITIONS
1. Purpose of district
The purpose of the mixed use development (MXU) district is to encourage flexibility in the
development of land in order to promote its most appropriate use; to improve the design,
character and quality of new development; to facilitate the provision of infrastructure; and to
preserve the natural and scenic features of open areas. This district is intended for the
appropriate integration of a wide range of residential and non‐residential uses. The district is
intended for use in connection with developments where the town has determined that the
quality of a proposed new development there under will be enhanced by flexibility in the planning
process.
2. Platting requirements
Platting requirements will be in accordance with ARTICLE II PLAT REQUIREMENTS, of Chapter 32‐
SUBDIVISIONS, of the Town of Fort Mill Municipal Ordinance. Where possible, plats will comply
with Article II, Section 19.3(C) of the Zoning Ordinance.
3. Bonding requirements
Bonding requirements will be in accordance with Section 32.104‐SURETY BOND, Article IV‐
REQUIRED IMPROVEMENTS, of Chapter 32‐Subdivisions, of the Town of Fort Mill Municipal
Ordinance.
Rutledge MXU Conditional Notes
1. General Provisions
a) Each proposal for the development under MXU district is anticipated to be unique. Except as
provided by this section, an MXU district shall be subject to all of the applicable standards,
procedures and regulations in other sections of the zoning ordinance.
b) The development depicted on the Concept Development Plan (RZ‐1.0) is intended to reflect
the arrangement of proposed uses on the site, but the final configuration, placement and the
size of individual site elements may be altered or modified within the limits of the Ordinance
and the standards established on the Development Standards Sheet during design
development and construction phases. Street alignment and lot layout width and depth
dimensions may be modified to accommodate final building layout and lot locations. The
Petitioner reserves the right to modify the total number of lots identified within individual
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parcels or phases, reallocate units from a parcel or phase to another, or reconfigure lots and
street layouts, provided the density for the entire mixed use development does not exceed
the permitted density set forth in these Development Standards.
c) These standards, as established by the Rutledge Technical Data Development Standards
Sheet, as set out below and as depicted on the Mixed Use Development Site Plan shall be
followed in connection with development taking place on the site. Standards established by
these Development Standards Sheet and Rutledge Mixed Use Development Site Plan shall
supersede the Fort Mill Subdivision Ordinance and Zoning Ordinance in effect at the date of
approval.
2. Permitted uses
a) Residential:
i) Subject to the information listed below, a maximum combination of 245200150 dwelling
units may be constructed on the site. Dwelling units may consist of single family attached
units, single family detached units, or a combination of both attached and detached units.
or detached dwelling unitslots may be constructed on the site.
ii) Residential use shall be allowed throughout all areas of the development having minimum
dimensional standards as specified in section 15, along with any incidental or accessory
uses in connection therewith, which are permitted by right or under prescribed conditions
in the Mixed Use Zoning District or as part of the Rutledge Mixed Use Development.
iii) Common Open Space: May include conservation lands, natural areas, formal greens,
plazas, courtyards, and buffers.
iv) Amenities: May or may not include, but shall not be limited to amenity buildings, pool
and pool facilities, athletic fields, parks, trails, playground equipment, picnic shelters and
other accessory uses commonly associated with amenity facilities.
b) Commercial/Mixed Use:
i) Subject to the information listed below, a minimum of 5020,000 square feet to a
maximum of 175,00050,000 square feet of building space shall be designated for
commercial use.
ii) Commercial use shall be allowed throughout all areas of the development having
minimum dimensional standards as specified in section 15, along with any incidental or
accessory uses in connection therewith, which are permitted by right or under prescribed
conditions in the Mixed Use Zoning District or as part of the Rutledge Mixed Use
Development.
3. Density
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The maximum residential density for the property will shall not exceed 245a combination of
150200 single family attached or detached units,lotsunits which is based on anequates to
approximately 4.1 residential units per gross acre ( approximately 49‐acre site) multiplied by
534.0 residential units per gross acre. Individual project phases may exceed 54.10 residential
units per acre so long as the total residential unit count does not exceed a combination of 150200
245 unitssingle family attached or detached lotsunits for the property.
4. Streets
Minimum dimensions and design standards for each street type shall follow a consistent
standard. The standards for each street shall follow one of the following:
a) Public Residential and Commercial Streets: In accordance with the Town standards outlined
in the Fort Mill Subdivision Ordinance.
b) All Residential Streets: Shall be designed to provide a stop condition no more than 2,000 feet
apart. This will be accomplished by "T" intersections where practical. Where this is not
practical due to site constraints, posted stop signs at intersection(s) within the 2,000‐foot
street length will be installed.
c) Cul‐de‐sacs: Shall conform to standards in the Fort Mill Subdivision Ordinance, except that
alternative cul‐de‐sacs and loop streets shall be permitted to have landscaped islands,
provided that the dimensions of these islands will accommodate the turn‐around of fire
trucks without backing up. Subdrains will be provided behind the island curb if irrigation is
installed within the cul‐de‐sac island. Cul‐de‐sac lengths may vary as shown on the Rutledge
MXU Site Plan. The Rutledge Mixed Use Development will provide landscaped island where
feasible. Landscaped islands are subject to approval of the Town of Fort Mill Fire department.
d) Sidewalks: Will be installed on at least one side of all streets. Sidewalks shall be installed and
stubbed out to the neighboring property lines along the project’s frontages of US‐21 Highway
Bypass and Springfield Parkway. At the Developer's option, additional sidewalks may be
installed.
e) Block Lengths: Block lengths shall be a maximum of 2,000 feet.
5. Vehicular Access and Road Improvements
a) Vehicular Access: Access shall be provided to US‐21 Highway Bypass and Springfield Parkway,
in the general location as shown on the Rutledge Concept Development Plan. Minor
adjustments to the locations of street and driveway entrances may occur, as required to meet
state and local agency standards, or as a result of further site investigation and coordinate
with final subdivision and site plan design.
b) Improvements to Existing Roads: A traffic impact analysis (TIA) shall be completed prior to
the commencement of any land clearing or construction activities. The developer shall be
responsible for installing any necessary public roadway improvements identified within the
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TIA as required by SCDOT and the Town of Fort Mill, to the extent such improvements are
found necessary to accommodate future traffic from the Rutledge Mixed Use Project.
b) traffic impact analysis (TIA) has been completed, reviewed by SCDOT and the Town below
outlines the required improvements and phasing:
1. Prior to the issuances of the certificate of occupancy (CO) for the first residential
building the developer shall provide the following improvements:
a. Full movement driveway connection to Springfield Parkway (Access #1),
without turn lanes
b. Full movement driveway connection to US Hwy 21 (Access #4), with 100‐
foot SB right‐turn lane, 150‐foot NB left‐turn lane and exclusive EB right‐
turn lane.
c. Restriping of the existing 200‐foot WB left turn lane on Springfield
Parkway at US Hwy 21 traffic signal to approximately 450 feet of storage
(from current 200 feet). This will be performed by the developer to the
extent that it is defined as a restriping effort, contained within the existing
pavement, within the existing right‐of‐way, and without modification to
the existing right in‐right‐out (RIRO) median at the Harris Teeter shopping
center.
d. The CO for the clubhouse will be provided without ties to the completion
of roadway improvements.
2. Prior to the issuances of the certificate of occupancy (CO) for the first shopping
center building the developer shall provide the following improvements:
a. RIRO drive connection to Springfield Parkway (Access #2), with a median
to be constructed in Springfield Parkway, without turn lanes.
The addition of turn lanes at the full movement driveway connection at
Springfield Parkway (Access #1); 100‐foot EB right‐turn lane, 150‐foot WB
left‐turn lane, and exclusive NB right‐turn lane.
b. RIRO and leftover drive connection to US Hwy 21 (Access #3), without turn
lanes.
c. Restriping of the existing 200‐foot WB left turn lane on Springfield
Parkway at US Hwy 21 traffic signal to approximately 450 feet of storage
(from current 200 feet). This will be performed by the developer to the
extent that it is defined as a restriping effort, contained within the existing
pavement, within the existing right‐of‐way, and without modification to
the existing RIRO median at the Harris Teeter shopping center. If not
already completed in a previous phase.
3. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of occupancy (CO) for a shopping center
building causing the aggregate square footage to exceed 205,000 sf the developer
shall provide the following improvements:
a. The addition of turn lanes at the full movement driveway connection at
Springfield Parkway (Access #1); 100‐foot EB right‐turn lane, 150‐foot WB
left‐turn lane, and exclusive NB right‐turn lane.
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b. RIRO drive connection to Springfield Parkway (Access #2), with a median
to be constructed in Springfield Parkway, without turn lanes. If not already
completed in a previous phase.
c. RIRO drive connection to US Hwy 21 (Access #3), without turn lanes. If not
already completed in a previous phase.
d. Restriping of the existing 200‐foot WB left turn lane on Springfield
Parkway at US Hwy 21 traffic signal to approximately 450 feet of storage
(from current 200 feet). This will be performed by the developer to the
extent that it is defined as a restriping effort, contained within the existing
pavement, within the existing right‐of‐way, and without modification to
the existing RIRO median at the Harris Teeter shopping center. If not
already completed in a previous phase.
c) Coordination: The developer shall coordinate where feasible with neighboring property
owners regarding stub road locations and future roadway connections.
6. Landscaping
Landscaping will be provided in accordance with Article II, Section 19.4{J) of the Zoning
Ordinance. Existing vegetation will be retained and maintained to the extent feasible. As a part
of the preliminary plat process and prior to any approvals for land disturbance, a tree survey
shall be prepared and submitted to Fort Mill staff showing the locations and species of all
trees 32” in caliper or greater. The protection and/or mitigation of these trees shall be in
accordance with the requirements of Article IV, Section 3 of the Fort Mill Zoning Ordinance.
7. Open Space
Common open space will be provided, to be platted and recorded separately from other uses.
Open space will be owned and maintained by a Homeowner's Association or Property Owner's
Association. A minimum of 20% of the total site will be maintained as preserved open space or
built open space. The following may be counted towards required dedicated open space:
conservation lands, natural areas, flood plain areas, wetlands, formal greens, plazas and
courtyards, trails, buffers held in common ownership, and parks and recreation areas, including
ball fields, golf courses (excluding vertical structures: clubhouse and maintenance facilities),
tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, and other areas used for active or passive recreation.
Water quality ponds, rain gardens, and other types of public (non‐fenced) stormwater facilities
may also be counted towards the open space requirements.
8. Parking and Loading
Parking, loading, and other requirements for each permitted use and platted lot will be in
accordance with the requirements of Article I, Section 7, Subsection I for the Fort Mill Zoning
Ordinance subject to the petitioner's ability to include parking spaces located within units with
garages as eligible spaces meeting said requirements.
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9. Access to Lots
Access (curb cuts) to each platted lot must comply with standards set forth in the Fort Mill Zoning
and Subdivision Ordinances.
10. Signage
A proposed project signage package shall be provided for approval to the town. All signs shall
meet the requirements of Article II, Section 19.4(1), Subsections 1, and 2 of the Zoning Ordinance.
Approval to not be unreasonably withheld.
11. Building Heights
Proposed building heights shall be in accordance with Article II, Section 19.4{A). Building height
shall be measured in accordance with Article II, Section 19.4{D) of the Zoning Ordinance.
12. Improvements
The developer will be responsible for installation of required streets, utilities, common areas,
amenity improvements, open space, storm drainage, and buffer yards, which pertain specifically
to the project.
13. Changes
a) Petitioner/Developer understands that upon approval of the Mixed Use Development by the
Town Council, any changes that are proposed which are considered to be of a minor nature
such as adjustments or relocation of streets, lots, and open space; or adjustments to interior
parcel boundaries, parcel sizes, or lot sizes and quantities; or location, size and number of
buildings, may be approved by the Fort Mill staff through an administrative review process.
Other minor changes may be made to the list of permitted uses, unit mixture, reallocation of
unit types, relocation of uses, buffer yards, landscaping and open space standards throughout
the project, shall be subject to review and approval through an administrative process by the
Fort Mill staff.
b) Significant changes to the Mixed Use Development Site Plan which include changes increasing
overall project dwelling unit count, land use summary, location of primary access points to
the property and adding acreage are all considered to be major site plan changes and are
subject to approval by the Town Council in accordance with Chapter 32 of the Fort Mill
Municipal Ordinance.
14. Construction Schedule and Phasing
This development may be constructed in phases. Proposed phasing will be determined and
approved during the Preliminary Plat process.
15. Development Standards
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Design Standards‐Storm drainage and utilities (including sanitary sewer, gas, electric, telephone
and cable television) may be located within landscape corridors.
a) Maximum Residential Density: 200 dwelling units (approximately 4.15.0 dwelling units per
gross acre)
b) Impervious Surface Ratio: 90% for residential, 100% for remaining uses
c) Residential Development ‐ Development Standards per Article II, Section 19‐4{A) of the
Zoning Ordinance.
d) Commercial/Mixed Use Development ‐ Development Standards per Article II, Section 19‐4(A)
of the Zoning Ordinance.
e) Buffer Yards: Perimeter Buffer yards between the Rutledge Mixed Use Development and
adjacent properties will be in accordance with Article II, Section 19.4(K.) of the Zoning
Ordinance. The buffer shall be a natural, undisturbed wooded area where possible, and shall
count towards the provision of open space for the development where the buffer is not
platted and made part of an individual, privately owned lot. Where an existing natural,
undisturbed wooded area does not exist, a planted buffer shall be required in conformance
with the buffer standards of Article II, Section 19.4(K) of the Zoning Ordinance.
f) Petitioner reserves the right to construct a minimum 6‐foot high opaque fence, wall, berm,
or combination thereof in order to satisfy buffer and/or screening requirements. In the event
that the petitioner or their assignee decides to install a fence, wall, or berm, they may reduce
buffer area dimensions by 25%. Buffer Yards will be designed in a manner to allow openings
of an appropriate width in order to allow pedestrian connectivity. Utilities and right of way
are allowed to be located in buffer areas where needed.
g) Notwithstanding the ordinary setbacks for the underlying Mixed Use District, all buildings and
structures shall be set back a minimum of 40 feet from the Springfield Parkway right‐of‐way,
and a minimum of 25 feet from U.S. Highway 21 Bypass right‐of‐way, so as to accommodate
future road widening. Portions of the development are subject to the Town’s TCP
Transportation Corridor Preservation Overlay District. In instances where the additional
setbacks outlined in this paragraph conflict with the requirements of the TCP Overlay District,
the requirements of the TCP Overlay District shall govern.
16. Model Homes
Model homes may be constructed within residential areas at the developer's discretion. Mobile
temporary sales offices shall be allowed on site at the developer's discretion. The developer will
be permitted a minimum of 4 model homes with offices or mobile temporary sales offices and
mobile temporary construction offices.
17. Lot Transfer and Recording
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Lots may be transferred or recorded by means of posting appropriate surety bonds as referenced
in Sec. 32.104.
18. Water and Sewer
The Developer understands that water and sewer will be provided by York County for all lots
within the Mixed Use Development. The Developer shall construct or cause to be constructed, at
Developer's cost, all necessary water and sewer service infrastructure to, from, and within the
Property. The developer will comply with all DHEC and York County water and sewer
specifications. The Property shall be subject to all current and future water connection/capacity
fees imposed by the County. A water and sewer "willingness and capability letter" must be
received from the County prior to obtaining a grading permit for any portion of the development
utilizing the York County water and sewer. Should the Town of Fort Mill and York County elect to
enter into a service agreement whereby the Town provides retail service to the Mixed Use
Development, then the developer shall comply with the specifications, fees, and permitting
requirements of the Town of Fort Mill.
19. Applicable Ordinances
This development will be subject to the standards and requirements for the Fort Mill Subdivision
Ordinance and Zoning Ordinance in effect at the date of approval by the Town of Fort Mill or as
superseded by the provisions of the Rutledge Concept Development Plan and Development
Standards, as approved by the Town of Fort Mill.
20. Ten Year Vested Right
Due to the size of the proposed development and the level of Petitioner's investment, the
Petitioner requests a ten (10) year vested right for construction of this project.All vested rights
for the development shall be in accordance with the South Carolina Vested Rights Act.
21. Binding Effect of the Rezoning Documents
If this Rezoning Petition is approved, all conditions applicable to development of the site imposed
under the Rezoning Site Plan and Development Standards Sheet will, unless amended in the
manner provided under the Ordinance, be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the Petitioner
and subsequent owners of the site and their respective successors in interest and assigns. Upon
approval of the Rezoning Site Plan and Development Standards Sheet by the Town of Fort Mill
the Petitioner agrees to record above listed documents at the York County register of deeds office
within 120 days.
22. Restrictive Covenants
Restrictive Covenants will be created and recorded with the office of the county clerk of court
prior to the approval of a plat or issuance of a building permit for a vertical building on the
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property. Covenants shall be in accordance with Article II, Section 19.3{D) of the Fort Mill Zoning
Ordinance.
23. Provisions Related to Floodplain Areas
Portions of the Property are currently designated as floodplain areas. Should the applicant
proceed with development plans within any floodplain area, a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) or
Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA) shall be required from FEMA before any development
activities may commence. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the project shall also be subject to the
Town’s ordinances related to floodplains and development within floodplain areas. In the event
of conflict, the more restrictive requirement shall apply.
24. Development Impact Fees
The Property shall be subject to all current and future development impact fees imposed by the
Town, provided such fees are applied consistently and in the same manner to all similarly‐situated
property within the Town limits. The Property shall also be subject to all current and future
development impact fees imposed by the Fort Mill School District, provided such fees are applied
consistently and in the same manner to all similarly‐situated property within the Town limits. For
the purpose of this Agreement, the term “development impact fees” shall include, but not be
limited to, the meaning ascribed to such term in the South Carolina Development Impact Fee Act,
Sections 6‐1‐910, et seq, of the SC Code of Laws.
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EXHIBIT B
Concept Plan
Rutledge MXU Project
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