Planning Committee
Regular MeetingMount Pleasant, SC · November 1, 2021
Minutes
TOWN OF MOUNT PLEASANT, SOUTH CAROLINA
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Municipal Complex, Council Chambers
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Present: G. M. Whitley, Chair, Laura Hyatt, Howard Chapman, Brenda Corley.
Staff: Eric DeMoura, Michele Reed, David Pagliarini, Liz Boyles
Ms. Whitley called the meeting to order at 10:30 am.
1. Approval of Minutes from the October 4, 2021 regular and October 19, 2021
special meetings
Mr. Chapman moved for approval of the minutes. Ms. Corley seconded the
motion. All in favor.
2. Public Comments
Ms. Savannah Brennan, Director of Charleston Moves, spoke regarding the
Boulevard Overlay District and would like some elements incorporated in the
guidelines with any changes considered. She suggested that consideration for
fostering active pedestrian-oriented and bicycle-friendly development that
facilitates multi-modal access for pedestrian, bicycle, and mass transit types of
transportation. She asked that where appropriate eight-foot sidewalks, reduced
curb cuts, discouragement of drive-thru facilities, shared parking, recessed
entryways for more pedestrian space, incorporation of Mount Pleasant Way as
identified in the trail plan, and retaining activity zone elements to enhance the
pedestrian experience such as trees, planters, and benches.
Mr. David Seay, 515 Coleman, spoke regarding the Overlay District. He stated
that one reason the overlay district was put in place to help provide better safety.
As a proponent of safety, he suggested that community involvement is important
as well. He also suggested that proper decorum should be upheld for all public
meetings. He suggested that overlay district has many aspects that should remain
in place.
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There being no further comments, Ms. Whitley continued with the agenda.
3. Review of Planning Commission recommendations from the October 20, 2021,
meeting
a. An ordinance to amend sections 156.007, 156.171, 156.304, 156.318,
156.325 of the Town of Mount Pleasant Zoning Code related to Hotels, Inns,
Boutique Hotels, and Parking Requirements for the same.
Ms. Reed reviewed the request with the Committee.
Mr. Chapman moved to recommend to Town Council approval of the
amendments to the ordinances with the recommendations of
the Planning Commission as delineated in the staff summary. Ms.
Corley seconded the motion. All in favor.
4. Discussion and possible action regarding repealing of the Boulevard Overlay
District, as discussed at the October 19th Special Planning Committee Meeting
and at the October 20th Planning Commission Meeting.
Ms. Reed reviewed the request with the Committee.
Ms. Corley moved to recommend to Town Council repeal of the Boulevard
Overlay District. Ms. Hyatt seconded the motion.
Mr. Chapman moved to amend the motion to include the three items
recommended by the Planning Commission to remain as part of the design
standards—wider sidewalks/activity zone, street trees instead of buffers, and open
space. Ms. Hyatt seconded the amendment. All in favor.
Ms. Whitley called for a vote on the amended motion. All in favor.
The Commission agreed that additional design standards to remain or included in
the guidelines would be reviewed and discussed at a future meeting with the zoning
code rewrite.
5. Discussion and possible action regarding proposed ordinance amendments
that effectuate the accommodation zones/uses as outlined in the 2019
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Comprehensive Plan, as discussed at the October 19th Special Planning
Committee Meeting and at the October 20th Planning Commission Meeting.
Ms. Reed reviewed the request with the Committee.
Ms. Hyatt moved to recommend to Town Council approval of removal option D
as discussed with staff at the meeting to include removal of boutique hotels from
NC, Neighborhood Commercial zoning, and only allowed as a conditional use in the
following areas—Belle Hall/I-526, Highway 41/Waterfront Gateway, Chuck
Dawley/Coleman Boulevards, and Seaside Farms/Isle of Palms Connector. Ms.
Corley seconded the motion. All in favor.
6. Discussion and possible action related to amendments to the Town’s parking
requirements. Specifically, the issue of whether to amend the Town’s Code of
Ordinances to require unpaid access to required parking areas.
Mr. Pagliarini reviewed the request with the Committee.
Mr. Chapman moved to direct staff to make revisions to the draft ordinance as
discussed at this meeting. Ms. Hyatt seconded the motion. All in favor.
The Committee agreed that the draft ordinance should be brought back to the
Committee in November.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 11:45 am.
Submitted by,
L. Lynes
PlanComm11012021
Agenda
COMMITTEES OF COUNCIL
AMENDED MEETING NOTICE
*Planning Committee agenda amended to add item #7.
Municipal Complex, Council Chambers or Committee Meeting Room
100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Monday, November 1, 2021
Bids and Purchases Committee 9:00 a.m.
Police, Judicial, and Legal Committee 9:15 a.m.
Human Resources Committee 10:00 a.m.
Planning and Development Committee 10:30 a.m.
Special Town Council Meeting 11:30 a.m.
The following Committees will not meet:
Economic Development Committee
Education Committee
Finance Committee
Fire Committee
Flood Resilience Committee
Public Services Committee
Recreation Committee
Transportation Committee
Water Supply Committee
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BIDS AND PURCHASES COMMITTEE
Monday, November 1, 2021
9:00 a.m.
Municipal Complex, Committee Meeting Room
100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Approval of Minutes from the September 7, 2021 meeting
3. Public Comments
4. Employee years of service recognition
5. Award of a contract for 2021-2022 stormwater pipe repair and
rehabilitation services at various locations within the Town
6. Award of a contract for transfer yard operation services
7. Adjourn
Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and
related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town
meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be
provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than
English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation,
please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the
meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884-8517.
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POLICE, JUDICIAL & LEGAL COMMITTEE
Monday, November 1, 2021
9:15 a.m.
Municipal Complex, Committee Meeting Room
100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Approval of Minutes from the September 7, 2021 meeting
3. Public Comments
4. Police matters
No agenda items
5. Judicial matters
No agenda items
6. Legal matters
a. An ordinance to repeal and replace Section 132.03 titled Noise
of the Mount Pleasant Code of Ordinances (Ord No. 21075)
b. Amendment to Chapter 116 Special Event Permits to exempt
restaurants and bars from amplified music systems
requirement
7. Adjourn
Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and
related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town
meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be
provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than
English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation,
Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180
www.tompsc.com
please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the
meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884-8517.
Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180
www.tompsc.com
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
Monday, November 1, 2021
10:00 a.m.
Municipal Complex, Committee Meeting Room
100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Approval of Minutes from the October 4, 2021 meeting
3. Public Comments
4. Discussion and possible action regarding wages for part time
employees
5. Adjourn
Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and
related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town
meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be
provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than
English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation,
please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the
meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884-8517.
Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180
www.tompsc.com
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Monday, November 1, 2021
10:30 a.m.
Municipal Complex, Council Chambers
100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
AMENDED AGENDA
*Agenda amended to add item #7.
1. Call to order
2. Approval of Minutes from the October 4, 2021 regular and October
19, 2021 special meetings
3. Public Comments
4. Review of Planning Commission recommendations from the
October 20, 2021, meeting
a. An ordinance to amend sections 156.007, 156.171, 156.304,
156.318, 156.325 of the Town of Mount Pleasant Zoning Code
related to Hotels, Inns, Boutique Hotels, and Parking
Requirements for the same.
5. Discussion and possible action regarding repealing of the
Boulevard Overlay District, as discussed at the October 19th
Special Planning Committee Meeting and at the October 20th
Planning Commission Meeting.
6. Discussion and possible action regarding proposed ordinance
amendments that effectuate the accommodation zones/uses as
outlined in the 2019 Comprehensive Plan, as discussed at the
October 19th Special Planning Committee Meeting and at the
October 20th Planning Commission Meeting.
7. Discussion and possible action related to amendments to the
Town’s parking requirements. Specifically, the issue of whether to
amend the Town’s Code of Ordinances to require unpaid access to
required parking areas.
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8. Adjourn
Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and
related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town
meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be
provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than
English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation,
please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the
meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884-8517.
Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180
www.tompsc.com
SPECIAL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, November 1, 2021
11:30 a.m.
Municipal Complex, Council Chambers
100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Executive Session for discussion and possible action regarding
purchase of land at Faison Road
3. Post Executive Session
Council may take action on any item, including any subsection
of any section, listed on an executive session agenda or
discussed in an executive session during a properly noticed
meeting.
4. Adjourn
Title VI Notice: The Town of Mount Pleasant fully complies with Title VI
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and
related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Town
meetings are conducted in accessible locations, materials can be
provided in accessible formats, and provided in languages other than
English. If you would like accessibility or language accommodation,
please contact the Title VI Coordinator one week in advance of the
meeting, at the Town of Mount Pleasant at 843-884-8517.
Telephone (843) 884-8517 - Fax (843) 856-2180
www.tompsc.com
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