1. A.
   A.

   Dewees Island. The uses listed below shall be the only uses allowed on Dewees Island. All uses included below are Uses Allowed by Right as defined in CHAPTER 12, Definitions, of this Ordinance. Accessory Uses and Structures shall be allowed pursuant to ARTICLE 6.5, Accessory Uses and Structures. The Density/Intensity and Development requirements for such uses shall comply with the Dewees Island Architectural and Environmental Design Guidelines in effect at the time of development application submittal. Written documentation of the Dewees Island Architectural Review Board and/or Property Owners Association approval shall be submitted as part of each permit, approval, and development application, as applicable, provided, however, that written documentation of the Dewees Island Property Owners Association approval is required as part of each short-term rental permit application.  The following uses are allowed by right on Dewees Island:

   1. 1.
       All community, administrative, utility, and other structures or uses existing at the time of enactment of this amendment [10/29/2024];
   2. 2.
       Single-Family Detached Dwellings;
   3. 3.
       Short-Term Rental use of Single-Family Detached Dwellings.

      1. a.
         For the purposes of this Section, short-term rental use shall mean rentals for intervals of 29 days or less, provided, however, no occupancy status or residency condition is required and provided further, the maximum number of days for a dwelling that may be so rented is 56 days in the aggregate per calendar year, not including short-term rentals between the dwelling owner and a Dewees Island property owner; and
      2. b.
          Each dwelling used as a short-term rental shall comply with the requirements of Art. 6.8, Short-Term Rentals, as they apply for Limited Home Rentals with the exception of the occupancy status requirements, parking requirements, and maximum number of rental days as described above.
   4. 4.
      Clubhouse or community buildings, including the Huyler House. Short-Term Rental use of the Huyler House shall be allowed as described below. The requirements of Art. 6.8, Short-Term Rentals, of this Ordinance shall not apply; however, the use shall comply with all other applicable sections of this Ordinance and other County Ordinances. For the purposes of this Section, Short-Term Rental use shall mean rentals for intervals of 29 days or less regardless of: (1) the occupancy status of the property; and (2) whether rental fees are charged or other forms of compensation are offered or required.

      1. a.

          The Huyler House shall only be rented to Dewees Island property owners and their guests and guests of the     Dewees Island Property Owners Association (POA);

      2. b.
          Rental of the Huyler House shall only be advertised through the POA intranet site and shall not be marketed or advertised through any other means including, but not limited to, online advertisements or advertisements through rental agencies, realtors, brokers, or other third party entities;
      3. c.
          There is no cap on the number of days the Huyler House can be rented per calendar year;
      4. d.

          A STRP Zoning Permit shall be required to establish the Short-Term Rental use of the property. Administrative review shall be required to establish the use and the following requirements apply:

         1. 1.
             The Building Inspection Services Department may require a building safety inspection and/or Building Permit;
         2. 2.
             A minimum of four parking spaces are required. The location of the required parking shall be indicated and parking agreements necessary to facilitate off-site parking shall be submitted with the STRP Zoning Permit application; and
         3. 3.
             Each room where tenants may lodge shall contain a notice providing the following information:

            1. a.
                Contact information for the owner of the property;
            2. b.
                Zoning Permit Number and Business License Number for the Short-Term Rental use of the property for the current year;
            3. c.
                Trash collection location and schedule; and
            4. d.
                Fire and emergency evacuation routes.
      5. e.
          Once the STRP Zoning Permit is issued, a Business License must be obtained;
      6. f.

          The STRP Zoning Permit must be renewed by December 31st of each year or the existing STRP Zoning Permit will expire. The STRP Zoning Permit will terminate on December 31st of each year regardless of whether or not the applicant receives notice from the Zoning and Planning Director. The STRP Zoning Permit annual renewal application must include: 

         1. 1.
             The STRP Zoning Permit renewal application fee; and
         2. 2.
             A notarized affidavit signed by the property owner stating that the STRP use and the information submitted as part of the application for the previous year’s STRP Zoning Permit has not changed in any manner whatsoever and that the STRP use complies with the requirements of this Section.
      7. g.
          A new STRP Zoning Permit application must be filed if the aforementioned requirements are not met.
      8. h.

          Notwithstanding the provisions of CHAPTER 11 of this Ordinance, the STRP Zoning Permit may be administratively revoked by the Zoning and Planning Director or his designee if the STRP has violated the provisions of this Article on three or more occasions within a 12-month period. Provided however, the STRP Zoning Permit may be immediately revoked if the Zoning and Planning Director determines the STRP has Building Code violations, there is no Business License for the property, the STRP is being advertised or marketed on the POA intranet site in a manner not consistent with this Section, the advertisement of the STRP does not include the County issued Zoning Permit Number and Business License Number, the STRP is being advertised on a platform other than the POA intranet site, or the property is being used in a manner not consistent with the Zoning Permit issued for the STRP use.

      9. i.

          If the STRP Zoning Permit is administratively revoked, the STRP owner (or authorized agent) may appeal the Zoning and Planning Department Director's administrative decision revoking the STRP Zoning Permit to the Board of Zoning Appeals within 30 calendar days from the date of the denial or revocation. All appeals shall be addressed in accordance with the appeal procedures of CHAPTER 3, ARTICLE 3.13, of this Ordinance.

         Once the STRP Zoning Permit and/or Business License has been revoked, no new STRP Zoning Permit and/or Business License shall be issued to the applicant for the same property for a period of one year from the date of revocation. Upon expiration of the revocation period, a new STRP Zoning Permit application must be submitted in accordance with this Section.

   5. 5.
       Nature Exhibition, including but not limited to the use of the Landings Building for multiple purposes;
   6. 6.

       Major Utility Service and related operations limited to that owned and operated by Dewees Utility Corporation and/or its successors;

   7. 7.
      Administrative or Business Offices for the Dewees Island Property Owners Association and Dewees Utility Corporation;
   8. 8.
       Helicopter pad for emergency services;
   9. 9.
       Communications Tower that is not leased for commercial purposes;
   10. 10.
        Water Transportation;
   11. 11.
        Community Dock;
   12. 12.
        Dockage spaces for boats of owners staying on the island;
   13. 13.
        Maintenance, repair or other operational services for boats of owners or guests staying on the Island; and
   14. 14.
        Fire station, fire prevention, and safety.

    

   B.

   Goat Island. For property located on Goat Island, the Zoning and Planning Director shall be expressly authorized to issue permits for development that complies with the R-4 Zoning District standards, provided that only one Principal Dwelling Unit shall be allowed per Lot and the following requirements shall apply:

   1. 1.
      The dimensional standards listed in Table 5.16, Dimensional Standards, below shall be met:

   Table 5.16 Dimensional Standards
   Minimum Lot Area	Minimum Front/Street Side Setback	Minimum Interior Side Setback
   18,000 sq. ft.	10 Feet	15 Feet

   Table 5.16 Dimensional Standards
   Minimum Lot Area	Minimum Front/Street Side Setback	Minimum Interior Side Setback
   18,000 sq. ft.	10 Feet	15 Feet

   Table 5.16 Dimensional Standards
   Minimum Lot Area	Minimum Front/Street Side Setback	Minimum Interior Side Setback
   18,000 sq. ft.	10 Feet	15 Feet

   Table 5.16 Dimensional Standards
   Minimum Lot Area	Minimum Front/Street Side Setback	Minimum Interior Side Setback
   18,000 sq. ft.	10 Feet	15 Feet

    

   2. 2.
       One ​​​​​Accessory Dwelling Unit shall be allowed per Zoning Lot;
   3. 3.
      The combined heated square footage of the principal Dwelling Unit and the Accessory Dwelling Unit shall not exceed 3,300 square feet; and
   4. 4.
      The combined square footage dedicated to unheated areas (decks, porches, steps) of the principal Dwelling Unit and the Accessory Dwelling Unit shall not exceed 2,000 square feet.

(Ord. No. 2316, 10/29/2024)

Effective on: 10/29/2024, as amended

(Ord. No. 2372, 12/09/2025)

The following Overlay and Special Purpose Zoning Districts are hereby established:

 (Ord. No. 2316, 10/29/2024)

Effective on: 10/29/2024, as amended

Overlay and Special Purpose Zoning Districts shall be established, changed or modified in accordance with the procedures applicable to all Zoning Districts as described in CHAPTER 3, Development Review Procedures, of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The Overlay Zoning District regulations only apply to parcels indicated on the corresponding Overlay Zoning District Maps.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Development of parcels within the Overlay Zoning Districts shall comply with the applicable Overlay Zoning District requirements and all other applicable requirements and processes of this Ordinance, including but not limited to the Site Plan Review process, the Zoning Permit process, and the Subdivision process.
2. The provisions of this Section do not apply to Special Purpose Districts , where compliance with Article 3.4, Zoning Map Amendments (Rezonings), and all other applicable sections of this Ordinance, may be required.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The WDU, Water-Dependent Use Overlay District is intended to accommodate Community Docks, Boat Ramps, Marinas, and Commercial Docks and other nonresidential uses that require locations near water bodies. The below Water-Dependent Uses are exempt as follows:

1. Private Docks intended for the private use of one Family shall be exempt from the requirements of this Ordinance.
2. Joint Use Docks intended for the private use of two to four Families shall be exempt from the requirements of this Article.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Community Docks, Boat Ramps, Marinas, and Commercial Docks and other uses that require locations near water bodies may be allowed in the WDU District, if approved in accordance with the procedures of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Community Dock(s) shall be subject to the following standards:

1. A.
   All proposed Community Docks shall comply with the Site Plan Review procedures contained within this Ordinance;
2. B.
   All proposed Community Docks shall comply with all applicable regulatory requirements of State and Federal agencies including, but not limited to, the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers;
3. C.
   All proposed Community Docks shall require review and approval in accordance with the Special Exception procedures of this Ordinance;
4. D.
   All proposed Community Docks must have a minimum of 75 feet of Lot Frontage at the marsh edge (OCRM Critical Line) and a minimum of 75 feet between its extended property lines at the location in the waterbody of the proposed dock;
5. E.
   No leasing or other transfer of space to individuals who do not reside in the residential community or other commercial uses are allowed at Community Docks;
6. F.
   Project proposals shall include facilities for the proper handling of litter, waste, refuse, and petroleum products in accordance with SCDES regulations;
7. G.
   A Boat Ramp may be allowed at a Community Dock subject to Sec. 5.2.4, Standards for Boat Ramps; 
8. H.
   Approval of this particular use by Charleston County shall not relieve the recipient (use) of responsibility for complying with all other applicable requirements of any other Local, County, State or Federal Agency. In addition, approval by Charleston County does not guarantee nor recommend approval from any other legal entity or governmental agency; and
9. I.
   Off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements contained in CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance. Any parking associated with the use of the Community Dock and other marine activities must be accommodated on-site. Parking surfaces and off-street roads or driveways within the facility shall be graded and covered with a permanent dust proof surface.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Boat Ramps provide access to the water for the launching and retrieving of watercraft. Boat Ramps providing launching and retrieving of watercraft in excess of 12,000 pounds gross weight shall follow the Special Exception provisions of this Ordinance, in addition to the following requirements, which shall apply to all Boat Ramps.

1. Filling or excavating of vegetated wetlands for Boat Ramp construction is prohibited, unless no feasible alternatives exist in non-vegetated wetland areas. In addition, the area to be filled or excavated must be limited to that which is reasonable for the intended use;
2. Boat ramps must consist of environmentally acceptable materials, demonstrate sound design and construction so that they could reasonably be expected to be safe and effective, and minimize adverse effects; 
3. Justification for Boat Ramp construction in environmentally sensitive areas shall be considered using the following priorities:
   1. Public use – open to all citizens;
   2. Restricted use – open to citizens of a particular area or organization only;
   3. Private use – use for one citizen or family.
4. In cases where private use is necessary, siting of ramps must, wherever feasible, be located in areas where the least environmental impact will accrue to the area and be limited to 12 feet in width;
5. Boat Ramp location requiring dredging or filling of wetlands to provide deep water access to the ramp, parking areas for the ramp, or other associated facilities are prohibited, unless no feasible alternatives exist and environmental impacts can be minimized;
6. The siting of “public use” Boat Ramps is encouraged in easily accessible areas such as Bridges and existing, abandoned Causeways, provided that these sites comply with other applicable regulations;
7. All proposed Boat Ramps shall comply with the Site Plan Review procedures contained within this Ordinance;
8. All proposed Boat Ramps shall comply with all applicable regulatory requirements of State and Federal agencies including, but not limited to, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers;
9. All proposed “public use” Boat Ramps shall require review and approval in accordance with the Special Exception procedures of this Ordinance;
10. Approval of this particular use by Charleston County shall not relieve the recipient (use) of responsibility for complying with all other applicable requirements of any other Local, County, State, or Federal agency. In addition, approval by Charleston County does not guarantee nor recommend approval from any other legal entity or governmental agency; and 
11. Off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements contained in CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance. Any parking associated with the use of the Boat Ramp and other marine activities must be accommodated on-site. Parking surfaces and off-street roads or driveways within the facility shall be graded and covered with a permanent dust proof surface.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Uses. The following uses and activities shall be allowed in association with a Marina:
   1. Marinas may provide the following services if specifically authorized by a Special Exception approval:
      1. Launching ramps and small hoists (to accommodate primarily the launching of watercraft not exceeding 12,000 pounds in Residential and Agricultural Residential Zoning Districts);
      2. Piers, wharfs, and other facilities for the berthing and securing of recreational watercraft;
      3. Dockside maintenance and repair necessary to keep watercraft in operable condition;
      4. Wet storage and mooring of seaworthy pleasure craft in operable condition;
      5. Dispensing of fuel, subject to all applicable Ordinance requirements;
      6. Shower and laundry facilities for Marina clientele only;
      7. Vending machines; and
      8. Dry stack storage of watercraft.
   2. Excluding Marinas in Agricultural and Residential Zoning Districts, Marinas providing 25 or more boat slips may provide the following additional services:
      1. Bait and tackle retail sales;
      2. Retail sales of basic marine supplies and accessories necessary for boat operation, maintenance and upkeep (not to include the sale of boats and/or motors); and
      3. Snack bars and retail groceries.
2. Performance Standards. In addition to any other applicable provisions of the Ordinance, Marinas shall be subject to the following performance standards.
   1. Lot Area and Location. The property shall have Frontage on a publicly-owned road or a privately owned and maintained road and meet the following Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards unless more restrictive standards are imposed at the time of Special Exception approval:

1. 2. Services. All Services provided by the Marina shall be located on the same Lot or on the piers associated therewith.
   3. Structures. All retail sales and services shall be enclosed. The maximum Structure size or bulk shall be limited to 10 square feet of net Floor Area for each Boat Slip.
   4. Setbacks. All Structures shall be Setback a minimum of 100 feet from abutting Agricultural and Residential Zoning Districts except where the property line is the street Right-of-Way line, in which case the Front Setback established for the Zoning Lot shall apply.
   5. Parking. Off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements contained in CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance. Any parking associated with the use of the launching ramp and other marine activities must be accommodated on-site. Parking surfaces and off-street roads or driveways within the facility shall be graded and covered with a permanent dust proof surface.
   6. Storage. Areas for boat trailer storage and open field boat Storage shall be designated and screened in accordance with the Landscaping, Screening and Buffer requirements of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance. Open field boat Storage on trailers may be provided at a ratio of one (10-foot x 20-foot space) for each two Boat Slips.
   7. Screening. Marina Developments, including areas for boat trailer Storage and open field boat Storage, shall be screened from adjacent uses in accordance with the Landscaping, Screening and Buffer requirements of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.
   8.  Signs. Compliance with the requirements of Article 9.11, Signs, of this Ordinance is required.
   9. Wastewater Disposal Facilities. Wastewater disposal facilities shall meet the requirements of the regulatory agencies having jurisdiction.
   10. Fire Prevention. Firefighting or fire prevention equipment shall be as specified by the local fire district in which the marina is located.
   11. Siting Standards. Marinas shall meet all of the following requirements:
       1. All proposed Marinas shall comply with the Site Plan Review procedures contained within this Ordinance;
       2. All proposed Marinas shall comply with all applicable regulatory requirements of State and Federal agencies including but not limited to, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers;
       3. All proposed Marinas shall require review and approval in accordance with the Special Exception procedures of this Ordinance;
       4. New Marinas are not allowed in Waters classified for shellfish harvesting, except for any lock harbor, dry stack, or expanded existing Marina that does not close any additional Waters for shellfish harvesting, as provided by SCDHEC;
       5. Marinas should be located in areas that will have minimal adverse impact on wetlands, Water quality, wildlife and marine resources, or other critical habitats; and
       6. Approval of this particular use by Charleston County shall not relieve the recipient (use) of responsibility for complying with all other applicable requirements of any other Local, County, State or Federal Agency. In addition, approval by Charleston County does not guarantee nor recommend approval from any other legal entity or governmental agency.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

A Commercial Dock shall be subject to the following standards:

1. A.
   All proposed Commercial Docks shall comply with the Site Plan Review procedures contained within this Ordinance;
2. B.
   All proposed Commercial Docks shall comply with all applicable regulatory requirements of State and Federal agencies including but not limited to the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers;
3. C.
   All proposed Commercial Docks shall require review and approval in accordance with the Special Exception procedures of this Ordinance;
4. D.
   All proposed Commercial Docks must meet the Density/Intensity and Dimensional standards of Sec. 5.2.5.B.1, Lot Area and Location.
5. E.
   Project proposals shall include facilities for the proper handling of litter, waste, refuse, and petroleum products in accordance with SCDES regulations;
6. F.
   New Commercial Docks are not allowed in Waters classified for shellfish harvesting if their proposed uses would result in closure of additional Waters for shellfish harvesting, as provided by SCDES;
7. G.
   Commercial Docks should be located in areas that will have minimal adverse impact on wetlands, wildlife and marine resources, or other critical habitats;
8. H.
   A Boat Ramp may be allowed at a Commercial Dock subject to Sec. 5.2.4, Standards for Boat Ramps; and
9. I.
   Approval of this particular use by Charleston County shall not relieve the recipient (use) of responsibility for complying with all other applicable requirements of any other Local, County, State or Federal Agency. In addition, approval by Charleston County does not guarantee nor recommend approval from any other legal entity or governmental agency.
10. J.
    Off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements contained in CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance. Any parking associated with the use of Commercial Docks that are not Marinas and other marine activities must be accommodated on-site. Parking surfaces and off-street roads or driveways within the facility shall be graded and covered with a permanent dust proof surface.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Any Water-Dependent Use, as defined by this Article, that is a legal Nonconforming Use, has been permitted or application has been made for permitting to the State existing prior to June 17, 2008, shall be considered an existing Water-Dependent Use for the purposes of this Article. Any expansion of the existing use that is more intense or increases by 25 percent or more of the use shall be subject to all provisions contained within this Article.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The MHC-O, Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District, was first established as part of the Charleston County Zoning and Land Development Regulations Ordinance (ZLDR) when it was adopted on November 20, 2001. The MHC-O only included unincorporated properties along Maybank Highway located on Johns Island. In 2006, the MHC-O district was amended to implement the recommendations of the 2003 Charleston County Comprehensive Plan Five-Year Review, but still only included unincorporated properties along Maybank Highway on Johns Island. In 2018, the 10-Year Comprehensive Plan Update was adopted, and includes the priority recommendation to coordinate with the City of Charleston to review the MHC-O District and extend the overlay boundary onto James Island. The JO-MHC-O, Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District, implements that recommendation.

This Article replaces the original MHC-O District, and is renamed as JO-MHC-O, Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District. The corridor is a primary gateway to Johns Island and acts as one of the main thoroughfares for destinations such as Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, and Wadmalaw Island. Maybank Highway on Johns Island carries a high volume of vehicular traffic each day. Moreover, some of the properties within this corridor are located within the jurisdictional limits of the City of Charleston, while some are located within unincorporated Charleston County. The revised JO-MHC-O District was adopted to implement traffic safety measures, address Infrastructure deficiencies, improve the visual character of the corridor, and create consistency between the County of Charleston and the City of Charleston concerning Land Development regulations.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The purpose of the JO-MHC-O District is to create a corridor that is well-planned, attractive, and preserves and improves existing development patterns where appropriate through the implementation of traffic safety measures and land use and design standards. It is also intended to be consistent with similar regulations adopted by the City of Charleston, ensure safe and efficient vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle movement through traffic safety measures and access management standards, and to address stormwater runoff, drainage, and flooding issues along the corridor.

A separate regional planning effort involving numerous public and private stakeholders was conducted concurrent with the preparation of the JO-MHC-O District. This planning effort, named Dutch Dialogues Charleston, culminated in a final report released in September 2019. The report addresses “long-term planning to manage the risks and the opportunities provided by the Lowcountry’s dynamic Water systems.” It should be noted that implementation of recommendations included in the Dutch Dialogues Charleston Final Report may result in future amendments to the JO-MHC-O District.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Applicability. The standards of this Article shall apply to all development of unincorporated properties within the JO-MHC-O District, as shown on the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District,” except Single-Family Detached Dwelling Units.
2. Effect of Overlay Zoning District. In case of conflict between the regulations of this Article and other regulations in this Ordinance, the regulations of this Article shall control.
3. Variances. The following requirements are ineligible for Zoning Variances in addition to those listed in Sec. 3.10.1, Applicability; Limitations, of this Ordinance:
   1. Sec. 5.3.7.B, Vehicle Access;
   2. Sec. 5.3.7.D, Pedestrian Access and Sidewalks/Multi-Use Path;
   3. Sec. 5.3.8.A.2, MU District Right-of-Way Buffers; and
   4. Sec. 5.3.9.A.2, LC District Right-of-Way Buffers.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

A letter of coordination from the City of Charleston shall be required as part of all land development applications in the JO-MHC-O District with the exception of applications for Single-Family Detached Dwelling Units. The purpose of this coordination is to ensure that development is consistent with similar requirements adopted for the JO-MHC-O District by the City of Charleston.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Table 5.3-1, Johns Island Maybank Highway Overlay Zoning District Use Table. Table 5.3-1 lists the Principal Uses permitted in the districts as identified and described in this Overlay Zoning District and as shown on the map entitled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District.” The following is a description of the codes used in the table:
   1. Uses Allowed by Right. “A” indicates uses allowed by right.
   2. Uses Subject to Conditions. “C” indicates uses subject to conditions. A cross-reference to the applicable conditions can be found in the column entitled “Conditions.”
   3. Uses Subject to Special Exception. “S” indicates uses allowed only if reviewed and approved in accordance with the Special Exception procedures of this Ordinance, subject to compliance with use-specific conditions. A cross-reference to the applicable conditions can be found in the column entitled “Conditions.”
   4. Prohibited Uses. Blank cells indicate uses that are not permitted.
2. New or Unlisted Uses and Interpretation. The Zoning and Planning Director shall be authorized to make use determinations whenever there is a question regarding the category of use based on the definitions contained in CHAPTER 12, Definitions, of this Ordinance.
3. Nonconforming Uses. The requirements of Article 10.2, Nonconforming Uses, of this Ordinance apply to all development subject to the JO-MHC-O District, provided, however, that the following requirement shall apply in place of those contained in Sec. 10.2.4, Loss of Legal Nonconformity Status, sub-section A:
   1. ​​​​​​Abandonment. If a Nonconforming Use is replaced with another use or is discontinued for any reason for a period of more than 36 consecutive months, the use shall be considered abandoned. Once abandoned, the legal nonconforming status of the use shall be lost and re-establishment of a Nonconforming Use shall be prohibited. Any subsequent use of the property shall comply with the regulations of the JO-MHC-O District.
4. Accessory Uses. Accessory Uses shall be allowed pursuant to Article. 6.5, Accessory Uses, of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Hemp Production and Processing.
   1. Industrial Hemp License. Evidence of the appropriate South Carolina Department of Agriculture Industrial Hemp License (Grower or Processor) shall be submitted with all Site Plan Review applications.
   2. Approval from South Carolina Department of Agriculture. Evidence of the appropriate South Carolina Department of Agriculture Hemp Grower or Processor application approval shall be submitted with any Site Plan Review Application.
2. Agricultural Sales or Service, Retail Sales or Service, General, and Building Materials or Garden Equipment and Supplies Retailer. Tractor-trailer containers are prohibited in outside storage areas.
3. Single-Family Attached Dwelling Units. Single-Family Attached Dwelling Units shall be subject to the following standards:
   1. Number of Attached Units in a Single Structure. No single structure may contain more than eight Single-Family Attached Dwelling Units.
   2. Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards. Single-Family Attached Dwellings shall comply with the applicable Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards of this Article.
   3. Accessory Structures. All Accessory Structures shall be located on the same Lot as the associated principal Single-Family Attached Dwelling Unit and shall be for the private use of the property occupant(s). A minimum Interior Setback of three feet is required between an Accessory Structure and the Interior Lot Lines, provided that an Accessory Structure may be located on one of the zero Lot Lines when constructed of a material finish matching the Dwelling Unit exterior or when the Accessory Structure is the same height and materially a part of a fence or wall.
   4. Design Standards.
      1. Front Façade. The front façade of a Single-Family Attached Dwelling may not include more than 40 percent garage wall area.
      2. Roof. The roof of each Single-Family Attached Dwelling must be distinct from the other through either separation of roof pitches or direction, or other variation in roof design.
      3. Windows. At least 10 percent of the area of each façade that faces a Street must be comprised of windows.
4. Short-Term Rentals, Commercial Guest House (CGH). Short-Term Rentals, Commercial Guest House (CGH) use shall comply with the requirements of ARTICLE 6.8, Short-Term Rentals, of this Ordinance as regulated for the Community Commercial (CC) Zoning District.

5. Affordable Dwelling Units.

   1. Affordable Dwelling Units in the Mixed-Use (MU) District shall comply with the requirements of Article 6.4.19, Affordable and Workforce Dwelling Units, of this Ordinance as regulated for the Community Commercial (CC) Zoning District.

   2. Affordable Dwelling Units in the Limited Commercial (LC) District shall comply with the requirements of Article 6.4.19, Affordable and Workforce Dwelling Units, of this Ordinance as regulated for the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Zoning District.

6. Family Home. A Family Home, as defined in this Ordinance, does not require compliance with the Site Plan Review procedures contained within this Ordinance.
7. Community Residential Care Facility. A Community Residential Care Facility that provides care for nine or less persons shall be considered a Family, and is an allowed use in all Zoning Districts pursuant to the Fair Housing Act, Section 800 [42 U.S.C. 3601].
8. Outdoor Recreation and Entertainment. Any Structure or activity use area established in connection with Outdoor Recreation and Entertainment uses shall have a vegetated land use buffer of not less than 50 feet from any property that contains a residential use or is located in an agricultural, residential or Office Zoning District, except where such property line abuts a Street, in which case the Front Setback established for the Zoning District shall apply.
9. Special Events. Special Events established as a principle use in the MU and LC Districts shall comply with the requirements of ARTICLE 6.7 of this Ordinance as regulated for the Community Commercial (CC) Zoning District.
10. Utility Service, Major.
    1. Sewage Disposal Facility, Water and Sewage Treatment Facility, Water Storage Tank, and Electric or Gas Power Generation Facility. Vegetated Buffers. Any Structure established in connection with a Water Storage Tank, Water and Sewage Treatment Facility, Sewage Disposal Facility, or Electric or Gas Power Generation Facility shall have a vegetated buffer of not less than 50 feet from any property line, in compliance with the CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, buffer standards of this Ordinance.
    2. Utility Substation, Electrical or Telephone Switching Facility, Sewage Collector or Trunk Line, Utility Pumping Station, and Water Main.
       1. Above ground Structures that have a cumulative area of 120 square feet or less, associated with underground Utilities such as meters, which are necessary for maintenance and monitoring, shall have a vegetated buffer of 10 feet from all property boundaries, in compliance with CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, buffer standards of this Ordinance;
       2. Above ground Structures that have a cumulative area of greater than 120 square feet established in connection with a Utility Substation, Electrical or Telephone Switching Facility, Sewage Collector or Trunk Line, or Utility Pumping Station shall have a vegetated buffer of 25 feet from all property boundaries, or the minimum Setback of the overlay district, whichever is greater; and
       3. The accessory storage of vehicles and equipment on the premises shall be prohibited in the LC District.
11. Restaurants. All proposed Restaurants serving beer or alcoholic beverages located within 500 feet of the property line of a lot in a residential Zoning District or a Lot containing a Residential Use shall require review and approval in accordance with the Special Exception procedures of this Ordinance. Distances shall be measured from the nearest property line of the subject Parcel to the nearest property line of a Lot containing a Residential Use or located in a residential Zoning District.

12. Heavy Construction Service or General Contractor, Special Trade Contractor, Consumer and Commercial Repair Service, and Vehicle and Boat Repair or Service. All materials and equipment associated with this use shall be entirely screened from view of adjacent properties, and public or private Right-of-Ways, by the use of solid fencing or appropriate landscaping.

13. Commercial or Industrial Machinery or Equipment, Construction Tools or Equipment, Heavy Duty Truck or Commercial Vehicle Rental or Leasing, Vehicle Rental or Leasing, and Vehicle Sales and Heavy Duty Truck or Commercial Vehicle Dealer; Manufactured Home Dealer.

    1. Vehicles must be located behind a commercial or Office Building as viewed from the facing Street Frontage.

    2. In the LC District, Vehicle Sales, Dealers, Rental, and Leasing uses, including all associated Vehicle Storage areas, must not exceed one acre in size; otherwise, these uses are prohibited.

14. Self-Service Storage Facility.
    1. Performance Standards.
       1. Street Frontages and Mixed-Use Development.
          1. In the MU District, a Self-Service Storage Facility shall be part of a mixed-use Development where the ground floor use facing Street Frontages (entire Street Frontage) are commercial or office space independent of the Self-Service Storage Facility business.
          2. In the LC District, a Self-Service Storage Facility shall be either:
             1. Part of a mixed-use Development where the ground floor use facing Street Frontages (entire Street Frontage) are commercial or Office space independent of the Self-Service Storage Facility business, or
             2. Part of a mixed-use Development where the Self-Service Storage Facility business is contained within a separate Building or Buildings located behind a commercial or Office space business as viewed from the facing Street Frontage.
       2. All Structures, including the accessory manager’s office/residence must be set back a minimum of 25 feet from the Right-of-Way or the district minimum Setback, whichever is greater.
       3. Side and Rear Buffers/Screening.
          1. Where projects abut Lots zoned Office, commercial, or industrial, no Side and Rear Setbacks are required.
          2. Where sites abut residentially zoned properties, Buildings adjacent to the perimeter must face inward with their doors away from such areas.
       4.  To ensure ease of access for emergency vehicles, no Building shall exceed 300 feet in length. Spaces between ends of Buildings shall be at least 30 feet.
       5.  One management Office and/or Accessory Dwelling Unit residence shall be permitted.
       6. Parking and Circulation.
          1. Project entrances shall be 30 feet in width.
          2. Roadway widths on interior drives shall be at least 24 feet in width where buildings face and open onto such drives on only one side. Where buildings face and open onto drives on both sides, widths of such drives shall be at least 34 feet.
          3. Turning radii, whether provided at the terminus of interior drives or at points between buildings, shall be at least 30 feet to provide for the maneuverability of emergency vehicles.
       7.  Signs shall comply with the requirements contained in this Article and CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.

    2. Operating Conditions.

       1. The manufacture or sale of any commercial commodity or the provision of any service from the premises is prohibited

       2. Commercial repairs of vehicles autos, boats, motors, furniture, or other items on the premises are prohibited.

       3. Storage of flammable chemical substances within the complex is prohibited.

       4. Open Storage of automobiles vehicles and boats is permitted only where such areas are screened to comply with Landscaping, Screening, and Buffer requirements contained in CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.

15. Liquefied Petroleum Gas Dealers. The amount of Storage for Liquid Petroleum Gas Dealers shall be limited to 40,000 gallons per site.

16. Vehicle Storage. Open Storage of vehicles and boats shall be entirely screened from view of adjacent properties, and public or private Rights-of-Way, by the use of solid fencing or appropriate landscaping.

17. Microbrewery and Distillery.

    1. Barrel Capacity. A Microbrewery shall have a maximum capacity of 5,000 barrels per year; otherwise, this use shall comply with the Special Exception procedures contained in this Ordinance.

    2. On-Site Consumption. A Microbrewery and Distillery shall require review and approval in accordance with the Special Exception procedures of this Ordinance if they allow on-site consumption of beer or alcoholic beverages in conjunction with the Microbrewery and Distillery use or an Accessory Use.

    3. Proximity to Residential District or Use. A Microbrewery and Distillery shall require review and approval in accordance with the Special Exception procedures of this Ordinance if they are located within 500 feet of the property line of a lot in a residential Zoning District or a Lot containing a residential use. Distances shall be measured from the nearest property line of the subject Parcel to the nearest property line of a lot containing a residential use or located in a residential Zoning District.

    4. Accessory Uses and Structures. All Accessory Uses and Structures shall comply with the requirements of Article 6.5, Accessory Uses and Structures, of this Ordinance.

    5. Special Events. All Special Events uses shall comply with the requirements of Article 6.7, Special Events Use, of this Ordinance.

    6. Third Party Vendors. The Site Plan shall demonstrate that all Required Parking is maintained and remains unencumbered when third party vendors or Structures are onsite.

18. Gasoline Service Stations. Gasoline Service Stations shall have a maximum of four fuel dispensing stations and a maximum of eight vehicle fueling positions (VFP). VFP’s are the number of vehicles that can be fueled simultaneously at a gasoline service station.

19. Manufactured Housing Units.

    1. Manufactured Housing Units in the LC District must comply with the requirements of Sec. 6.4.24, Manufactured Housing Units, of this Ordinance as they apply to the R-4 Zoning District.

    2. Manufactured Housing units in the MU District must comply with the requirements of Sec. 6.4.24, Manufactured Housing Units, of this Ordinance as they apply to the UR Zoning District.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Residential Density.

   1. Maximum Residential Density. The Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards listed in Table 5.3-3 of this Article shall apply to all properties in the MU District, and the Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards listed in Table 5.4-5 of this Article shall apply to all properties in the LC District.

   2. Calculation of Residential Density. Residential density shall be calculated by dividing the number of Lots/Dwelling Units on a site by the net area (in acres) of Highland of the site on which the Lots/Dwelling Units are located. Net Highland acres includes all acreage that is not below the Office of Coastal Resource Management Critical Line or identified as Freshwater Wetlands. Site Plan Review and Subdivision applications shall include all Freshwater Wetland metes and bounds, and total Freshwater Wetland acreage based on a wetland delineation prepared by an environmental consultant utilizing the 1987 Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual and the appropriate Regional Supplement(s) for Wetland Delineation, which must be reviewed and approved by the Charleston County Public Works Department (Stormwater Division), or a United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Approved Jurisdiction Determination (AJD). Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are not included in the calculation of residential density.

2. Vehicle Access. Site Plan Review and Subdivision Plat applications shall include suitable access management plans demonstrating compliance with the requirements below:

   1. Driveway Separation. For driveways directly accessing Maybank Highway, driveway separation shall be a minimum distance of 150 feet from the intersection of the Right-of-Way lines to the closest edge of driveways. Where the driveway separation is less than 150 feet the proposed driveway shall be designed as a right-in, right-out (RIRO) driveway and conform to the SCDOT standards for a Typical Right-in, Right-out Driveway Design.

   2. Driveway Width. Vehicular access from Maybank Highway and side (secondary) streets to properties shall be confined to access drives not exceeding 30 feet in width at the street line. Driveways which include a median strip to separate traffic flow in opposite directions shall not exceed 60 feet in width at the street line.

   3. Distance between Driveways. The distance between the proposed driveway and an existing adjacent driveway shall be the greatest distance feasible.

   4. Limitation to Number of Driveways. For Parcels with a Right-of-Way Frontage equal to or less than 150 feet in length, the development is limited to one driveway, unless single lane driveways are provided in accordance with Sec. 5.3.7.B.5.; for Parcels with a Frontage greater than 150 feet and less than 300 feet in length, the Development is limited to two driveways; for Parcels with a Frontage equal to or greater than 300 feet the Development may have up to three driveways.
   5. Single Lane Driveways. For Parcels with a Right-of-Way Frontage equal to or less than 150 feet in length, two single lane driveways may be allowed. Each single lane drive shall not exceed 15 feet in width at the Street Line, and the single lane driveway separation shall be a minimum distance of 100 feet from the intersection of the Right-of-Way lines to the closest edge of driveways.

   6. Corner Lots. Notwithstanding the above stated requirements, access drives on Corner Lots shall be located only on the side (secondary) Street and such driveways shall be a minimum distance of 50 feet from the Street intersection as measured from the edge of the intersecting Roadway to the beginning of the driveway radius. However, the Zoning and Planning Director may require the access to be located on the primary Street to avoid undue interference with, or hazard to, traffic on the Roadways.

   7. Shared Access Requirements. Shared access is encouraged between adjoining Parcels. Driveways for all uses except Single-Family Detached Dwellings should be located in a manner where they can be shared between adjacent Parcels as described below:

      1. The applicant must request a shared access with the adjacent property if the adjacent property does not contain a Single-Family Detached Dwelling Unit.

      2. Shared access should be located along a common property boundary, if feasible.

      3. If the owner of the adjacent Parcel does not agree to share access, the applicant shall provide one of the following to the Zoning and Planning Department:

         1. A letter from the adjacent Property Owner denying access; or

         2. If the adjacent Property Owner refuses to provide a letter, an affidavit that documents attempts that the applicant made to request shared access and that the neighboring Property Owner refused to provide a letter. If this subsection applies, a new or relocated Curb Cut is permitted on the subject Parcel only with a recorded agreement that the Property Owner will allow adjacent properties to share access when developed and/or redeveloped, provided that Parcels with 250 feet or more of Frontage along the road on which the access is proposed or located are exempt from having to record such Easement.

      4. Shared access agreements shall be recorded with the Register of Deeds (ROD) Office.

      5. Increases in Maximum Residential Density, Maximum Individual Building Footprint, Maximum Impervious Surface Coverage, and/or Maximum Building Height may be allowed, as applicable, pursuant to the provisions of Table 5.3-3, Mixed-Use (MU) District, and Table 5.3-5, Limited Commercial (LC) District, when Right-of-Way is dedicated pursuant to the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District Infrastructure and Connectivity” as determined by the Zoning and Planning Director and/or the Parcel is involved in a shared access agreement, the maximum Building Coverage shall be 60 percent. When Right-of-Way is not dedicated, but the Parcel is involved in a shared access agreement, the maximum Building Coverage shall be 40 percent.

   8. Transportation Coordination. Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit, the applicant must show conformance with all requirements included in Letters of Coordination from the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), Charleston County Public Works Department, and the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA).

   9. Infrastructure Connectivity Dedication Incentives. The map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District Infrastructure and Connectivity” identifies the approximate location of a future connector road and drainage system intended to support improved vehicular circulation and stormwater drainage within the JO-MHC-O District. Property Owners may be eligible for certain incentives (as listed in Tables 5.4-3 and 5.4-5 below) in exchange for dedicating 50-foot Rights-of-Way for one or more segments of the planned connector road and drainage system as shown on the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District Infrastructure and Connectivity” to the City of Charleston. These incentives shall only apply upon submittal of documentation that such rights-of-way have been dedicated to and accepted by the City of Charleston. If the 50-foot Right-of-Way is dedicated and accepted, it does not have to be constructed by the Property Owner unless it is used as access to the Development.

3. Traffic Impact Studies. All Site Plan Review applications for properties within the JO-MHC-O District shall comply with the requirements of Article 9.6, Traffic Impact Studies. Compliance with Article. 9.6, Traffic Impact Studies, is also required for Subdivision Plat applications that meet the thresholds contained in Article. 9.6, Traffic Impact Studies.

4. Pedestrian Access and Sidewalks/Multi-Use Paths.

   1. On-Site Pedestrian Access. On-site pedestrian access shall comply with the requirements of this Ordinance and shall be included in site design illustrating access linkage to existing sidewalks, adjacent Parcels, and within the Development area. At-grade and grade-separated pedestrian walkways shall provide direct connections from the Street to the main entrance and to abutting properties. Pedestrian walkways shall be designed and located in a manner that does not require pedestrians to walk through Parking Lots or within driveways and shall be separated from parking and other vehicular use areas by a minimum five-foot landscaped or sodded area.

   2. Maybank Highway Sidewalk and Multi-use Path Requirements. A minimum 10-foot wide concrete sidewalk shall be required for properties in the Mixed Use (MU) District and a minimum 10-foot concrete multi-use path shall be required for properties in the Limited Commercial (LC) District. Sidewalks and multi-use paths must comply with the requirements listed below and the Right-of-Way buffer requirements contained in this Article. This Section applies when properties are developed or redeveloped in accordance with Sec. 3.7.1, Applicability, of this Ordinance.

      1. The minimum 10-foot wide concrete sidewalk or multi-use path, located as shown in Figures 1 and 2, as applicable, shall extend the length of the entire property Frontage and shall be separated from parking and other vehicular use areas by a minimum five-foot landscaped or sodded area;

      2. Where applicable as determined by the Zoning and Planning Director, asphalt surface material may be used in place of concrete to mitigate damage to existing trees that are to remain;

      3. The Property Owner shall obtain and submit all required encroachment permits as part of the Site Plan Review application;

      4.  The Property Owner shall provide written documentation from the City of Charleston that the City will maintain the sidewalk or multi-use path upon approval of Certificates of Occupancy. This requirement is applicable regardless of whether the sidewalk or multi-use path is located in a Right-of-Way or within an Easement. Such documentation shall be submitted as part of the Site Plan Review application;

      5. If the sidewalk or multi-use path is located on private property, the Property Owner shall record an Easement for the safe movement of pedestrians and the maintenance of the sidewalk; and

      6. Sidewalks/multi-use path shall be installed and inspected prior to issuance of Certificate(s) of Occupancy.

   3. All Other Roads Sidewalk Requirements. Sidewalk requirements for all roads other than Maybank Highway in the Overlay Zoning District shall comply with the sidewalk requirements of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.

5. Signs. All signage must comply with the requirements of this Section in addition to the applicable requirements of Article 9.8, Signs, of this Ordinance.

   1. Free-Standing Signs.

      1. All new Free-Standing Signs are to be designed as Monument Signs.

         1. Signs shall have a maximum height of 10 feet and a maximum size of 40 square feet.

         2. Shared Free-Standing Signs shall be allowed with a maximum height of 12 feet and a maximum size of 60 square feet.

      2. All Sign illumination:

         1. Illuminated Signs located adjacent to any residential area shall be controlled so as not to create excessive glare to properties within adjacent residential areas.

         2. Electronic Copy Readerboard Signs and Billboards are prohibited.

         3. No illumination that simulates traffic control devices or emergency vehicles shall be used.

         4. All illumination must be from a steady, stationary light source.

         5. Internal Illumination:

            1. Internally Illuminated Signs must be constructed of routed aluminum or similar opaque material so that only letters, numbers, and/or logos are illuminated.

            2. Signs shall not have light reflecting backgrounds or letters.

            3. All finishes shall be a matte finish.

         6. External Illumination:

            1. Illumination shall be from a steady stationary light source, shielded and directed solely at the Sign.

            2. Light sources to illuminate signs shall be shielded as to not cause glare hazardous to pedestrians or vehicle drivers or so as to create a nuisance to adjacent properties.

            3.  The intensity of light shall not exceed twenty footcandles at any point on the Sign face.

            4. The color of light sources to illuminate signs shall be white.

            5. Signs shall not have light-reflecting backgrounds or letters.

      3. Nonconforming Signs.

         1. Any Nonconforming Sign located on property within this Overlay Zoning District that was legally permitted on or before March 9, 2021, that does not comply with the standards set forth in this Article must come into compliance with the requirements of this Article prior to the issuance of a Zoning Permit for: (1) a new business on the property; and/or (2) all changes other than re-facing and the required addition of Pole Covers as described in subsection ii below.

         2. A Nonconforming Sign may be re-faced without complying with the requirements of this Article provided a Pole Cover is added to the existing poles pursuant to the following requirements:

            1. The Pole Cover shall be at least one-third the width of the Sign cabinet; and

            2. The Pole Cover shall be at least one-third the overall height of the Pole Sign, however the Pole Cover shall not exceed eight feet in height.

   2. Wall Signs.

      1. The maximum size of a Wall Sign shall be in accordance with Table 9.7.4, Wall/Façade Signs, of this Ordinance;

      2.  In new multi-tenant Developments, such as shopping centers and Office parks, all tenant Signs are to be similar in type, color, font size, font style, and method of illumination; and
      3.  New tenant Signs in existing multi-tenant developments shall be consistent with the type and method of illumination of existing tenant Signs.

6. Special Stormwater Requirements. All construction activities occurring on properties within the JO-MHC-O District may be subject to Special Protection Area stormwater design criteria as described in the most recent edition of the Charleston County Stormwater Program Permitting Standards and Procedures Manual.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The MU District includes JO-MHC-O Overlay Zoning District properties grouped in three noncontiguous mixed-use nodes, as shown on the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District.” These mixed-use nodes currently consist of high and medium intensity commercial and residential uses such as shopping centers, restaurants, pharmacies, Multi-Family Dwellings, and various small retail and Professional Offices, along with a mix of vacant and undeveloped parcels. Two of the three mixed-use nodes are located at major crossroads that currently serve as established and recognized Johns Island commercial centers.

The MU District is intended for higher intensity commercial development and higher Density residential uses than those allowed in the LC District of this JO-MHC-O District. Future development in this district should offer a wide variety of comparison and specialty goods and services to a population greater than the immediate neighborhood, additionally providing convenience goods and Services to the surrounding neighborhoods. The MU District accommodates different types of compatible land uses close together in appropriate locations to shorten trips and facilitate alternative modes of transportation such as walking, biking, and public transportation. Mixed-use Buildings with retail, Service, and other uses on the ground floor and residential units above the nonresidential space should be encouraged. The following regulations apply in addition to the requirements of Sec. 5.3.7, General Development Standards and Requirements (All Districts), of this Article to unincorporated Parcels within the MU District as indicated on the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Overlay Zoning District”:

1. A.
   Buffers.

   1. 1.
      Land Use Buffer. The land use buffer and landscape requirements of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, shall apply.
   2. 2.
      MU District Right-of-Way Buffers.

      1. a.
         For properties with Frontage on Maybank Highway, the Right-of-Way buffer shown in Figure 1 shall be required when such properties are developed or redeveloped in accordance with Sec. 3.7.1, Applicability, of this Ordinance.
      2. b.
         The Maybank Highway Right-of-Way buffer shall be a minimum of 15 feet in depth, and include the following:

         1. 1.

            A five-foot planting strip including:

            1. a.

               Street trees and additional required plantings meeting the requirements of Table 5.4-2. All Required Trees and plantings shall be planted prior to the issuance of Certificate(s) of Occupancy; and

            2. b.

               Street lights subject to the following street light requirements:

               1. 1.

                  Street lights shall be provided as shown in Figure 1 and shall be spaced approximately 150 feet apart or as determined appropriate by the Zoning and Planning Director, provided that Property Owners shall only be responsible for the Street lights located in front of their properties;

               2. 2.

                  All required Encroachment permits from the SC Department of Transportation shall be included as part of the Site Plan Review application;

               3. 3.

                  Property Owners/Applicants shall provide documentation stating that they shall be responsible for bearing the costs of the conduit(s) for the required street light(s) and coordinating with the applicable electricity provider to erect the lights prior to the issuance of Certificate(s) of Occupancy;

               4. 4.
                  Street lights shall be acorn-style and shall be placed on 12-foot tall, fully fluted poles. Should these designs/light types no longer be in existence at the time of Land Development application, the Zoning and Planning Director shall determine the appropriate pedestrian scale fixture to be used;
               5. 5.

                  Street lights shall be installed prior to issuance of Certificate(s) of Occupancy; and

               6. 6.

                  The Property Owner shall provide written documentation that the Development/redevelopment will comply with the above stated requirements. Such documentation shall be submitted as part of the Site Plan Review application.

         2. 2.
             A 10-foot sidewalk shall be installed subject to the requirements of Sec. 5.3.7.D.2, Sidewalks/Multi-use Paths.

            Table 5.3-2, Mixed-Use (MU) District Buffer Depth and Planting Schedule [1]
            STANDARD	MAYBANK HIGHWAY (JOHNS ISLAND)
            MIN. BUFFER DEPTH [2] [3]	15 feet [4]
            MINIMUM BUFFER LANDSCAPING (Plants per 100 linear feet) [5]
            Canopy Trees [6] [7]	3
            Understory Trees (at least 50 percent evergreen)	3
            Shrubs	25
            Street Trees (may be counted toward Canopy Tree req.) [8]	2
            All trees with a diameter breast height (DBH) of six inches or greater within buffers shall be preserved. [1] All landscape and plant material shall comply with the minimum standards of Section 9.5.6 of this Ordinance. [2] Buffers may be traversed by permitted driveways and pedestrian ways. [3] As measured from existing back of curb, where applicable. [4] Consisting of a five foot planting strip and ten foot sidewalk as illustrated in Figure 1.  [5] The Planning Director may waive/modify minimum buffer planting requirements when an undisturbed natural buffer exists that is the same depth and amount of plant material as that which is required. [6] Bradford Pears cannot be used to fulfill any of the tree requirements of this Ordinance. Any exotic species which are proposed by the designer are subject to approval of the Zoning and Planning Director. [7] Only Live Oak trees can be used to fulfill Canopy Tree requirements. [8] Street trees are trees planted in Rights-of-Way for the purpose of fulfilling these requirements. Any planting in Rights-of-Way must be approved by party(ies) authorized to grant encroachment.

   3. 3.
      If property is dedicated pursuant to Sec. 5.3.7.B.9, the connector road Right-of-Way buffer shall be eight feet.
   4. 4.
      Right-of-Way buffer and sidewalk requirements for all other roads in the MU District shall comply CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.
2. B.
   Density, Intensity, Dimensional, and Design Standards. The Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards contained in Table 5.3-3 shall apply to properties in the MU District:

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The LC District includes JO-MHC-O Overlay Zoning District properties outside of the mixed-use nodes as shown on the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District.” Existing uses in this district are primarily a mixture of light commercial, and vacant and undeveloped properties surrounded by established residential Development.

The LC District is intended for lower intensity commercial development and lower Density residential uses than those allowed in the MU District. This district should serve as a transition from the more intense mixed-use node and provide convenience goods and Services to the surrounding neighborhoods as well as limited comparison shopping goods for a wider market. The range of comparison goods and Services offered should be varied and include specialty retail stores, restaurants, and neighborhood-serving offices. Residential Development most appropriate for this district includes small Lot Single-Family Dwellings and Single-Family Attached Dwellings, such as Duplexes and Townhouses, and Triplexes and fourplexes/quadplexes. The following regulations apply in addition to the requirements of Sec. 5.3.7, General Development Standards and Requirements (All Areas), of this Article to unincorporated parcels within the LC District as indicated on the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Overlay Zoning District”:

1. A.
   Buffers.

   1. 1.
      Land Use Buffer. The land use buffer and landscape material requirements of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance shall apply.
   2. 2.
      LC District Right-of-Way Buffers.

      1. a.
         Maybank Highway LC District Right-of-Way Buffer.

         1. i.
            Buffer Requirement. For properties with frontage on Maybank Highway, the Right-of-Way buffer shown in Figure 2 shall be required when such properties are developed or redeveloped in accordance with Sec. 3.7.1, Applicability, of this Ordinance.
         2. ii.
            Buffer Description. The Maybank Highway Right-of-Way buffer shall be 75 feet in depth and include the following: 

            1. 1.
               0 – 25 feet from the property line at the Right-of-Way: a minimum 10-foot concrete multi-use path meeting the requirements of Sec. 5.3.7.D.2 and Street lighting meeting the requirements of Sec. 5.3.9.A.3. This area is also reserved for future road widening.
            2. 2.
               25 – 50 feet from the property line at the Right-of-Way: Street trees and additional required plantings meeting the requirements of Table 5.3-4. All Required Trees and plantings shall be planted prior to the issuance of Certificate(s) of Occupancy.
            3. 3.
               50 - 75 feet from the property line at the Right-of-Way: This area is reserved for stormwater infrastructure; however, other temporary activities may occur in this area as approved by the Zoning and Planning Director. When stormwater Detention ponds are located within the Right-of-Way buffer, they are only allowed in this portion of the buffer and they shall not occupy more than 25% of the entire Right-of-Way buffer area.

1. A.
   2. 2.
      2. b.

         If property is dedicated pursuant to Sec. 5.3.7.B.9, the connector road Right-of-Way buffer shall be eight feet.

      3. c.

         Right-of-Way buffer and sidewalk requirements for all other roads in the LC District shall comply with CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance. 

   3. 3.

      Street Lights. Property owners shall install street lights, as shown in Figure 2, in accordance with the following standards:

      1. a.
         Street lights shall be placed in the first 25 feet of the Right-of-Way buffer spaced approximately 150 feet apart or as determined by the Zoning and Planning Director, provided that Property Owners shall only be responsible for the Street lights located in front of their properties;
      2. b.
         All required Encroachment permits from the SC Department of Transportation shall be included as part of the Site Plan Review application;
      3. c.
         Property Owners/Applicants shall provide documentation stating that they shall be responsible for bearing the costs of the conduit(s) for the required Street light(s) and coordinating with the applicable electricity provider to erect the lights prior to the issuance of Certificate(s) of Occupancy;
      4. d.
         Street lights shall be acorn-style  and shall be placed on 12-foot tall, fully fluted poles. Should these designs/light types no longer be in existence at the time of Land Development application, the Zoning and Planning Director shall determine the appropriate pedestrian scale fixture to be used;
      5. e.

         Street lights shall be installed prior to issuance of Certificate(s) of Occupancy; and

      6. f.
          The Property Owner shall provide written documentation that the Development/redevelopment will comply with the above stated requirements. Such documentation shall be submitted as part of the Site Plan Review application.
2. B.
     ​​​Density, Intensity, Dimensional, and Design Standards. The Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards contained in Table 5.3-5 shall apply to properties in the LC District:

   Table 5.3-5, Limited Commercial (LC) District Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards
   STANDARD	WITHOUT 50' RIGHT-OF-WAY DEDICATION [6]	WITH 50’ RIGHT-OF-WAY DEDICATION [7]
   MAXIMUM RESIDENTIAL DENSITY [1]	6 Dwelling Units per acre	12 Dwelling Units per acre
   MINIMUM LOT WIDTH	12 feet
   MINIMUM SETBACKS [2] [8]	Equivalent to required buffers
   MAYBANK HIGHWAY RIGHT-OF-WAY BUFFER	75 feet
   OCRM CRITICAL LINE BUFFER	50 feet
   MAXIMUM BUILDING COVERAGE- NONRESIDENTIAL AND OFFICE DEVELOPMENT [3]	30%	50%
   MAXIMUM INDIVIDUAL BUILDING FOOTPRINT	5,000 square feet	10,000 square feet [5]
   MAXIMUM IMPERVIOUS SURFACE COVERAGE- RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT [4]	40% of Lot or as allowed by the current edition of the Charleston County Stormwater Manual	50% of Lot or as allowed by the current edition of the Charleston County Stormwater Manual
   MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT	35 feet/ 2.5 stories	45 feet/ 3.5 stories
   [1] To promote ownership or occupancy of affordable, quality housing, increased densities may be allowed pursuant to Sec. 5.3.6.E. [2] No Building Setback shall be less than eight feet, except as provided for in footnote 7. [3] When Right-of-Way is dedicated pursuant to the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District Infrastructure and Connectivity” as determined by the Zoning and Planning Director and the Parcel is involved in a shared access agreement, the maximum Building Coverage shall be 60 percent . When Right-of-Way is not dedicated, but the Parcel is involved in a shared access agreement pursuant to Sec. 5.3.7.B.7, the maximum Building Coverage shall be 40 percent . [4] When Right-of-Way is dedicated pursuant to the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District Infrastructure and Connectivity” as determined by the Zoning and Planning Director and the parcel is involved in a shared access agreement, the maximum Impervious Surface Coverage shall be 60 percent or as allowed by the current edition of the Charleston County Stormwater Manual. Where Right-of-Way is not dedicated, but the Parcel is involved in a shared access agreement pursuant to Sec. 5.3.7.B.7, the maximum Impervious Surface Coverage shall be 50 percent or as allowed by the current edition of the Charleston County Stormwater Manual. [5] When Right-of-Way is dedicated pursuant to the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District Infrastructure and Connectivity” as determined by the Zoning and Planning Director, Building footprints of up to 20,000 square feet may be allowed if approved pursuant to the Special Exception procedures of this Ordinance. [6] Vertical improvements shall not occur in the area identified for Infrastructure connectivity as shown on the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District Infrastructure and Connectivity” as determined by the Zoning and Planning Director. [7] These incentives shall only apply upon submittal of documentation that the 50-foot Right-of-Way has been dedicated to and accepted by the City of Charleston. [8] The Setback and Minimum Lot Area requirements of the R-4 Zoning District shall apply to Single-Family Detached Dwelling Units and Manufactured Housing Units when Right-of-Way is not dedicated pursuant to the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District Infrastructure and Connectivity” as determined by the Zoning and Planning Director. When Right-of-way is dedicated pursuant to the map titled “Johns Island Maybank Highway Corridor Overlay Zoning District Infrastructure and Connectivity” as determined by the Zoning and Planning Director, the Setback requirements of the UR Zoning District shall apply to Single-Family Detached Dwelling Units and Manufactured Housing Units.

   
   (Ord. No. 2375, 01/27/2026)

Effective on: 1/27/2026, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The MP-O, Mount Pleasant Overlay Zoning District, is comprised of the unincorporated areas along Long Point Road, Coleman Boulevard, Chuck Dawley Boulevard, Highway 17 North, and other areas as shown on the map entitled “Mount Pleasant Overlay Zoning District.” Highway 17 North is a major Thoroughfare for travel in the Mount Pleasant/East Cooper Area. Both commercial and residential land uses exist along this corridor. This Overlay District has been created in cooperation with the Town of Mount Pleasant in recognition that there are properties located within the Town which are adjacent to similarly situated properties located within unincorporated Charleston County.

The Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area is located within the Mount Pleasant Overlay Zoning District, as depicted on the map entitled “Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area.” The purpose of this special consideration area is to protect the tradition of selling Sweetgrass Baskets, to preserve the rural Residential Character of the community, to create a rural village appearance along Highway 17 North allowing only low intensity Office and commercial uses, and to encourage Affordable and Workforce Dwelling Units that are consistent with the single owner-occupied housing that currently exists. The land use recommendations and design requirements contained within this Article are the result of a community-wide effort. There is a desire of the residents to pursue a Historic District designation for the area fronting on Highway 17 North from Venning Road to White Hall Terrace. Any zoning-related recommendations that come from a Historic District designation will be considered for incorporation into the Mount Pleasant Overlay Zoning District.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The regulations of this Article are intended to promote traffic safety, improved visual appearance and quality Development. The intent of the MP-O Overlay Zoning District is to implement traffic safety measures, to improve the visual character of the corridor, and to create consistency between the County of Charleston and the Town of Mount Pleasant concerning Land Development regulations.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

In case of conflict between the regulations of this Article and other regulations in this Ordinance, the regulations of this Article shall control. Where no special MP-O Overlay Zoning District regulation is stated in this Article, the applicable regulations of this Ordinance shall apply.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The standards of this Article shall apply to all development within the MP-O district except Single-Family Residential Dwelling Units and Manufactured Housing Units that are not part of a Manufactured Housing Park. Exceptions to this include the regulations of Sec. 5.4.15, Sweetgrass Basket Special Consideration Area. The MP-O boundaries are depicted on the maps titled "Mount Pleasant Overlay Zoning District,” “Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area,” and Hungryneck Boulevard – Venning Road Overlay Area.”

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Buffers are required in accordance with the requirements of the Landscape Buffers Section contained in CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance or as otherwise stated in Sec. 5.4.15, Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area, and Sec. 5.4.16, Hungryneck Boulevard-Venning Road Area.

1. Right-of-Way buffers are required in accordance with the requirements of the Landscape Buffers Section contained in CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. All Parcels in this Overlay are allowed one Curb Cut per 250 feet of road Frontage, with the exception of residentially zoned Parcels, Parcels containing Single-Family Detached Dwelling Units or Manufactured Housing Units that are not part of a Manufactured Housing Park,  Parcels in the Old Georgetown Loop Office Area and Parcels in the Hungryneck Boulevard Area. Parcels in the Hungryneck Boulevard Area shall comply with the access requirements contained in Sec. 5.4.16(C), Hungryneck Boulevard Area, and Parcels in the Old Georgetown Loop Office Area shall comply with the access requirements contained in Sec. 5.4.15(G)(2), Access.
2. The minimum distance from a Street intersection for new residential or commercial use access is 75 feet measured from the edge of the intersecting Roadway to the beginning of the driveway radius. These minimum spacing requirements will be increased if a right-turn deceleration lane is required and shall equal the length of the turn lane and taper plus an additional distance of 50 feet.
3. As a condition of non-residential use zoning/rezoning, a suitable access management plan must be submitted demonstrating that the 250 foot driveway separation requirement can be met. The following techniques may be employed to achieve this result, but the burden of accomplishing the desired effect remains with the Developer of the property.
   1. Aggregation of Parcels;
   2. Parallel Frontage or “backage” roads;
   3. Shared Curb cuts between adjoining properties; and/or
   4. Shared access Easements between Parcels.
4. Corner Lot Parcels shall provide access from the side Street and not US Highway 17 North.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Free-Standing Signs.
   1. A maximum of one Free-Standing Sign shall be permitted. If the Parcel abuts more than one road, only one Sign shall be allowed.
   2. Free-Standing Signs shall not exceed 50 square feet per Sign face. A maximum of two Sign faces shall be allowed per Sign.
   3. The maximum total height of a Sign and Sign structure shall not exceed 10 feet.
   4. All Free-Standing Signs shall be "Monument" or "Pedestal" type.
   5. Internal illumination shall be permitted in required 15-foot buffer areas. Internal illumination shall not be allowed in 50-foot buffer areas.
   6. Flashing or moving Signs shall be prohibited.
2. Shopping Center Free-Standing Signs
   1. A maximum of one Monument or Pedestal-type Free-Standing Sign shall be permitted, provided that the center has vehicular access to that Street Frontage.
   2.  Shopping center Free-Standing Signs shall not exceed one square foot of Sign face area per each linear foot of Street Frontage, up to a maximum of 150 square feet of Sign face. A maximum of two Sign faces shall be allowed per Sign.
3. Wall Signs. One square foot of Wall signage shall be permitted per each linear foot of Building Frontage, up to a maximum of 100 square feet of Wall signage.
4. Shopping Center Wall Signs. Each individual store unit is allowed one square foot of Wall signage per each linear foot of shop frontage, up to a maximum of 100 square feet.
5. Off-Premises Signs. Off Premises Signs are prohibited within the MP-O Overlay Zoning District.
6. Master Signage Plan.
   1. The Applicant must provide a Master Signage Plan.
   2. The Master Signage Plan must establish uniform specifications for each Wall Sign that includes:
      1. Sign facing and cabinet materials, illumination, and painting;
      2. Style and color palette for all Signs (e.g., letter colors, background colors, and text font);
      3. Borders and similar embellishments;
      4. Appearance/location of logos or icons; and
      5. The location, shape and proportion of the Sign.
   3. The Master Signage Plan shall include proposed Sign locations and computations of the maximum total Sign area permitted for the site.
   4. The Master Signage Plan must be approved as part of the underlying permit application. A Master Signage Plan shall not be approved unless the Zoning and Planning Director finds that:
      1. The plan provides the specifications required by subsections 1 and 2, above; and
      2. The plan provides for Signs that meet the size limitations, location requirements, and other applicable requirements of this Chapter.
   5. The Master Signage Plan may be amended by following the procedures for amending the underlying permit application.
   6. After approval of a Master Signage Plan, no permanent Sign shall be erected, placed, painted, or maintained, except in accordance with the plan. The Master Signage Plan may be enforced in the same way as any provision of this Ordinance.
7. Illumination.
   1. Illuminated Signs located adjacent to any residential area shall be controlled so as not to create excessive glare to properties within adjacent residential areas. Footcandles shall be reduced by one-half the allowable footcandle after hours of operation.
   2. No illumination that simulates traffic control devices or emergency vehicles shall be used.
   3. All illumination must be from a steady, stationary light source.
      1. Internal Illumination.
         1. Internally Illuminated Signs must be constructed of routed aluminum or similar opaque material so that only letters, numbers, and/or logos are illuminated.
         2. Signs shall not have light reflecting backgrounds nor letters.
         3. All finishes shall be a matte finish.
      2. External Illumination.
         1. Illumination shall be from a steady stationary light source, shielded and directed solely at the Sign.
         2. Light sources to illuminate signs shall be shielded as to not cause glare hazardous to pedestrians or vehicle drivers or so as to create a nuisance to adjacent properties.
         3. The intensity of light shall not exceed 20 footcandles at any point on the Sign face.
         4. The color of light sources to illuminate Signs shall be white.
         5. Signs shall not have light-reflecting backgrounds nor letters.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

In addition to the Architectural and Landscape Design Guidelines contained in CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance, no Building elevation shall be constructed of unadorned concrete masonry units or corrugated and/or sheet metal, except as permitted for Parcels in the Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area, which shall comply with the requirements of Sec. 5.4.15, Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area. Additionally, the architectural standards of Sec. 5.4.15(E), Architectural Standards, shall apply to all nonresidential properties in the Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The dimensional and Development standards of this Section shall apply to all Parcels in the MP-O Overlay Zoning District, with the exception of Parcels in the Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area and parcels in the Hungryneck Boulevard Area. Parcels in the Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area shall comply with the regulations of Sec. 5.4.15, Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area, and Parcels in the Hungryneck Boulevard Area shall comply with the regulations of Sec. 5.4.16(C), Hungryneck Boulevard Area.

1. Maximum Building Cover shall not exceed 30 percent of the Lot, with the exception of Parcels involved in shared access agreements which are allowed a maximum building cover of 40 percent of the Lot, per Sec. 5.4.6, Curb Cuts.
2. Flag Lots are prohibited.
3. Building Heights are limited to 45 feet in the UR, CC, and IN Zoning Districts. All other Zoning Districts shall be limited to a maximum Building Height of 35 feet. All Building Heights are measured from the base flood elevation to the highest point of the roof.
4. All other Development standards of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance shall apply.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Structures shall be oriented so that loading areas are not visible from Residential Zoning Districts, from existing public Rights-of-Way or from planned future public Rights-of-Way.

Loading areas may be oriented toward adjoining developed properties which are commercially zoned or toward adjoining properties eligible for future commercial Development if they are entirely screened from view by the use of solid fencing or landscaping that conforms to Sec. 9.4.3, Parking, Loading, and Vehicular Use Area Landscaping, of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

All Utility lines such as electric, telephone, CATV, or other similar lines serving individual sites as well as all Utility lines necessary within the property shall be placed underground. All junction and access boxes shall be screened with appropriate landscaping. All Utility pad fixtures and meters shall be shown on the site plan.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Site lighting shall be from a concealed light source fixture and will not spill over into adjoining properties, Roadways, or in any way interfere with the vision of oncoming motorists. Lighting fixtures shall be limited in height to 18 feet. Lighting will be of a directional type, capable of shielding the light source from direct view from any adjoining residential or agricultural Parcel and public Right-of-Way. Security lighting shall be provided, particularly at pedestrian walkways. All site lighting shall meet the requirements of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Grade-separated pedestrian walkways must provide a direct connection from the street to the main entrance, and to abutting properties.
2. Pedestrian walkways must be designed and located in a manner that does not require pedestrians to walk through Parking Lots or cross driveways.
3. All pedestrian access and pedestrian walkways shall meet the standards of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. The following uses shall be prohibited on parcels included in the Mount Pleasant Overlay Zoning District:
   1. Vehicle Sales (new or used);
   2. Vehicle Storage excluding Boat/RV Storage;
   3. Sexually Oriented Businesses; and
   4. Billboard.
2. The following uses are subject to the Special Exception procedures of this Ordinance:
   1. Bar or Lounge;
   2. Liquor, Beer, or Wine Sales;
   3.  Firearm Sales;
   4. Indoor/Outdoor Shooting Ranges; and
   5. Boat/RV Storage. 
3. The following uses are allowed on any Industrial (IN) zoned parcel located west of (inside) Interstate 526 if a Special Exception is granted by the Board of Zoning Appeals. Otherwise, these uses shall be prohibited.
   1. Warehouse and Distribution Facility; 
   2. Freight Forwarding Facility;
   3. Container Storage Facility;
   4. Fuel Storage Facility; and
   5. Stockpiling of Sand, Gravel or other Aggregate Materials.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area encompasses the area bounded by Highway 17 North, Porchers Bluff Road, Rifle Range Road, and the Isle of Palms Connector as shown on the maps entitled “Mount Pleasant Overlay Zoning District” and “Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area.” These maps also indicate the zoning for each property within the MP-O.

1. Sweetgrass Basket Stands within the Special Consideration Area. Charleston County and the Town of Mount Pleasant recognize the importance of Sweetgrass Basket Stands. It is the intent of this Special Consideration Area to preserve and enhance their existence. All Development shall encourage this use along Highway 17 North. The following standards shall apply to Sweetgrass Basket Stands within the special consideration area:
   1. Sweetgrass Basket Stands shall be allowed within all buffers and Rights-of-Way (to the extent the entity having jurisdiction over Encroachments to the Right-of-Way extends permission);
   2. All Sweetgrass Basket Stands shall utilize safe ingress/egress; and
   3. Parking for Sweetgrass Basket Stands shall be located beyond the side of the stand that is furthest from the Roadway.
2. Stormwater Drainage. A Stormwater Management Plan shall be required. The Stormwater Management Plan shall address the following stormwater drainage issues, including, but not limited to:
   1. A shared system;
   2. The recommendations from the Isaac German Watershed study;
   3. Piped systems; and
   4. Incorporation of access along stormwater drainage areas for maintenance and pedestrian access.
3. All requirements of Article 4.24, Waterfront Development Standards, of this Ordinance shall apply.
4. Residential Area. The Residential Area, as shown on the map entitled “Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area,” is intended to promote development consistent with the rural residential character of the Special Consideration Area. All properties within the Residential Area shall comply with the following standards:
   1. Permitted uses shall include those allowed in the Special Management (S-3) Zoning District, as described in Table 6.1.1, Use Table.
   2. The Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards in the following table shall apply to all properties in the Residential Area.

1. 3. Accessory Dwelling Units.
      1. Lots of 12,500 square feet or greater shall be permitted a maximum of one Accessory Dwelling Unit;
      2. Accessory Dwelling Units shall have a maximum of 1,200 square feet of heated gross Floor Area; and
      3. All other applicable requirements of Sec. 6.5.9, Accessory Dwelling Units, shall apply.
   4. Dwelling Groups. Where two or more principal Single-Family Dwelling Units are located on the same Zoning Lot, the following criteria shall apply:
      1. Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards of Sec. 5.4.15.D(2), Density, Intensity, and Dimensional Standards, shall apply. In each case, the distance between Structures shall not be less than the sum of the minimum Interior Setbacks required. This distance shall be measured from the closest protrusion of each Structure. Where no Building footprint is indicated, a minimum 1,600 square-foot Building envelop with a minimum width of 20 feet shall be shown for each Dwelling Unit to indicate the area where each Dwelling is to be constructed.
      2. Each Dwelling Unit shall face (front) either a Street, Courtyard, or living space.
      3. Each Dwelling Group shall provide an access consistent with the Road Construction Standards in APPENDIX A, Road and Drainage Construction Standards, of this Ordinance.
      4. Unless specifically modified by this Section, Dwelling Groups shall comply with all other requirements of this Ordinance for the district in which located.
   5. All Major Subdivisions, as defined in CHAPTER 8, Subdivision Regulations, of this Ordinance shall:
      1. Incorporate linkages within the proposed Development and to adjacent Developments through the provision of sidewalks and/or pedestrian/bike pathways; and
      2. Provide street lighting along all roads. Lighting shall have a maximum average of five footcandles.
   6. The purpose of this Section is to promote ownership or occupancy of affordable, quality housing by low-moderate income households. Property within the Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area may be approved for subdivision and development in accordance with the requirements of this Section and those of Sec. 6.4.19, Afforable and Workforce Dwelling Units, when at least 50 percent of the Dwelling Units proposed are Affordable and/or Workforce Dwelling Units as defined in this Ordinance. Only Single-Family Detached Dwelling Units shall be allowed. In case of conflict between these regulations and those of Sec. 6.4.19, Affordable and Workforce Dwelling Units, the regulations of this Section shall control.
      2. The Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards listed in the following table shall apply :

1. 7. Planned Development - Conservation Design (PD-CD). The following requirements are in addition to the requirements of Article 4.25, Planned Developments, of this Ordinance. The Planned Development-Conservation Design District is intended to perpetuate low-Density rural character, preserve and protect natural resources and sensitive areas, promote agricultural pursuits, and balance the urban environment. In order to qualify as a PD-CD District, a project shall meet each of the following requirements:
      1. The maximum Density shall not exceed three Principal Dwelling Units per acre. No wetlands over one acre in size shall be used in calculating Density on the site.
      2. The property shall be located within the Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area.
      3. Development Standards for a proposed PD-CD District shall:
         1. Incorporate cluster development patterns.
            1. This is a development design technique that concentrates buildings in specific areas on a site to allow the remaining land to be used for recreation, common open space, and preservation of environmentally sensitive areas.
            2. There is no minimum Lot Area requirement.
         2. Provide contiguous open space and dimensional standards for that space.
         3. Install a pedestrian circulation system.
         4. Provide public access to open space.
         5. Provide for design that preserves the character of historic, archeological, and/or cultural sites.
            1. These areas are not to be included in Lots.
            2. Design should include provisions for buffering or passive park design.
         6. Protect in perpetuity at least 40 percent of the entire site area.
         7. Protect all trees with eight-inch DBH or greater that are not located in the footprint of a house.
         8. Leave scenic views unblocked, as seen from public thoroughfares.
         9. Incorporate Roadway design and stormwater standards that adhere to environmentally and aesthetically sensitive best management practices and development standards.
         10. Provide buffers as follows:
             1. Buffers around wetlands and wildlife areas shall remain in an undisturbed natural state.
             2. Buffers shall in every case conform to these guidelines:
                1. Select clearing shall be allowed in these buffers of trees measuring less than three inches DBH. Select clearing shall not include trimming limbs more than eight feet above ground level. All trees three inches DBH or greater shall be indicated on a tree survey.
                2. Any plantings allowed or required within this buffer shall be native species;
                3. No cross penetrations of utilities within the buffer will be allowed;
                4. The boundaries of the natural roadside buffer shall be clearly delineated and identified on all development plans and plats submitted for approval;
                5. Protected buffer areas shall be staked out in the field prior to construction activities;
                6. Buffers along waterfront, marsh, minor arterials or collector streets will be 50 feet in depth, and all Waterfront Development requirements of this Ordinance shall apply; and
                7. Buffers along major arterials shall be 100 feet in depth.

5. Architectural Standards. The intent of the design requirements for this area is to reflect a more rural visual context rather than a suburban or urban character. The following regulations apply to all development other than Single-Family Detached Dwelling Units and Manufactured Housing Units not part of a Manufactured Housing Park:
   1. All Principal and Accessory Structures shall use a uniform rural village architectural theme applied through appropriate use of scale, proportion, detail, materials, color, and landscape treatment.
   2. Pitch roofs are preferred over flat roofs; and the use of porches are encouraged. Corrugated metal and unadorned masonry may be acceptable as siding material in the proper context.
   3. Unfinished metal facades shall be prohibited on all sides of the structure.
   4. Glass facades shall not exceed 30 percent of the building face/elevation.
   5. A minimum of one-third of the front street-side façade shall either be a covered porch, overhang, or other similar architectural feature.
   6. Buildings shall have wooden, brick, or shell stone exterior appearance.
   7. Buildings shall have an earth tone color scheme.
   8. Building designs shall not utilize long monotonous facades, including, but not limited to, those characterized by unrelieved repetition of shape or form, or by unbroken extension of line. All sides of any building shall have the same attention to detail and appearance.
   9. All proposed development shall be sited and configured in a manner that preserves existing natural features. New construction shall be clustered to preserve Grand Trees, groups of trees and other significant landscape features.
   10. Bike and pedestrian ways shall be included in site design and shall link access to adjacent parcels, as well within the development area.
   11. Loose aggregate in the form of shell, small rock, and crushed stone are encouraged. When loose aggregates are used, they shall be placed over a compacted base material with containment for the aggregate on the edges. The edging may be of a variety of rigid products including metal edging brick, concrete curb, landscape timbers and similar sturdy products.
   12. All signage shall comply with Sec. 5.4.7, Signs.
6. Roads
   1. All nonresidential Development shall incorporate linkages within the proposed Development and to adjacent Developments through the provision of sidewalks and/or pedestrian/bike pathways.
   2. Internal access roads, whether public or private, and all Right-of-Way Frontages shall require street lighting, as required in CHAPTER 8, Subdivision Regulations, of this Ordinance. Lighting shall have a maximum average of five footcandles.
7. Old Georgetown Loop Office Area. Properties within the Old Georgetown Loop Office Area have frontage on both Highway 17 North and Old Georgetown Road, as illustrated on the map entitled “Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area.” This area is intended solely for office/professional uses that will be designed to have as little impact on adjacent residential uses as practicable. Retail Sales and Service uses and Industrial uses that do not already exist in this area are not permitted. All development applications shall, at the time application is made, demonstrate how the following requirements will be met:
   1. Permitted uses shall include those allowed in the Residential Office (RO) and General Office (GO) Zoning Districts, as described in Table 6.1.1, Use Table, with the exception of Retail Sales and Service uses and Industrial uses. Refer to Sec. 5.4.14, Uses,  for the list of prohibited or restricted uses.
   2. Access.
      1. The property or properties shall have a minimum combined frontage of 200 feet along Highway 17 North;
      2. The property or properties shall have a single shared access from Highway 17 North or, if appropriate, shared access shall be provided from Old Georgetown Road; and
      3. Shared access locations shall be separated by a minimum of 200 feet.
   3. The following Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards shall apply to properties in the Old Georgetown Loop Office Area

1. 1. 4. Development shall comply with all other applicable regulations of this Ordinance, including the Development Standards of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards.
      5. Hours of operation shall be limited to 7 AM to 7 PM.
      6. Buffers.
         1. A minimum 15-foot vegetated Right-of-Way buffer shall be required along Highway 17 North;
         2. A minimum 20-foot vegetated buffer shall be required at the rear or adjacent to residential uses; and
         3. Where appropriate, fencing may be required to screen adjacent or surrounding residential uses.
      7. Residential Development shall meet the requirements of Sec. 5.4.15(D), Residential Area.

8. Village Commercial Area from Isle of Palms Connector to Hamlin Road. The Village Commercial Area, as illustrated on the map entitled “Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area,” is intended for low-intensity commercial uses. The low-intensity commercial zoning of this district applies to 500 feet in depth from the edge of the Right-of-Way for properties fronting on Highway 17 North, as shown on the map entitled “Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area.” All Development applications shall, at the time application is made, provide proof that the following requirements will be met:
   1. Permitted uses shall include those allowed in the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Zoning District, as described in Table 6.1.1, Use Table. Refer to Sec. 5.4.14, Uses, for the list of prohibited or restricted uses.
   2. The following Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards shall apply to properties in the Village Commercial Area:

1. 3. Development shall comply with all other applicable regulations of this Ordinance, including CHAPTER 9, Development Standards.
   4. Buffers.
      1. A minimum 50-foot vegetated Right-of-Way buffer shall be required along Highway 17 North;
      2. A minimum 25-foot vegetated buffer shall be required at the rear or adjacent to residential uses; and
      3. Where appropriate, fencing may be required to screen adjacent or surrounding residential uses.
   5. Residential development shall meet the requirements of Sec. 5.4.15(D), Residential Area.

9. Village Commercial Area from Hamlin Road to Porcher’s Bluff Road. The Village Commercial Area, as illustrated on the map entitled “Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area,” is intended for higher intensity commercial uses than the Village Commercial area located between the Isle of Palms Connector and Hamlin Road. This part of the Overlay Zoning District is intended to ensure safe, convenient, and efficient traffic movement by implementing an appropriate access management plan, thereby reducing the need for vehicle trips onto Highway 17. The commercial zoning of this district applies to 500 feet in depth from the edge of the Right-of-Way for properties fronting on Highway 17 North, as shown on the map entitled “Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area.”
   1. A Letter of Coordination from the Town of Mount Pleasant shall be required as part of all Land Development applications with the exception of applications for Single- Family Detached Dwelling Units and Manufactured Housing Units not part of a Manufactured Housing Park. The purpose of the Letter of Coordination is to ensure that the proposed Development is consistent with the land uses, Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards, and design and Development standards adopted by the Town of Mount Pleasant. Coordination with applicable Town Council, Planning Commission, Staff, Design Review Board, or other review, recommendation, or Decision-Making Bodies may be required.
   2.  The minimum site area for a Planned Development shall be five acres.
   3. All Development applications shall, at the time application is made, demonstrate how the following requirements will be met:
      1. Permitted uses shall include the following:
         1. Uses allowed by right include:

1. 1. 1. 2. Uses subject to conditions include:
            1. Communications Towers (Sec. 6.4.5)
            2. Pet Stores, Grooming Salons, and Veterinary Services (Sec. 6.4.32)
            3. Self-Service Storage Facility  (Sec. 6.4.16)
            4. Utility, Major (Sec. 6.4.17)
      2. The following uses are subject to the Special Exception procedures of this Ordinance:
         1. Bar or Lounge
         2.  Vehicle and Boat Repair or Service (Note: Outdoor Storage of vehicles is prohibited)
         3.  Restaurant, Fast Food
         4. Service Station, Gasoline 
         5.  Recreation and Entertainment, Indoor
         6. Vehicle Rental or Leasing
         7. Short-Term Rental: Extended Home Rental (EHR) pursuant to the requirements and conditions of Art. 6.8, Short-Term Rentals, of this Ordinance
      3. Refer to Sec. 5.4.14, Uses, for the list of prohibited or restricted uses.
   4.  The following Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards shall apply to properties in the Village Commercial Area:

1. 5. Development shall comply with all other applicable regulations of this Ordinance, including the Waterfront Development Standards of the applicable Zoning District and the requirements of  CHAPTER 9, Development Standards.
   6. Buffers.
      1. A minimum of a 35-foot vegetated Right-of-Way buffer shall be required along Highway 17 North. This buffer will generally correspond with the Utility Easement and an additional five feet of width. For each 100 linear feet of Frontage, six Canopy Trees, 10 Understory Trees, and 40 Shrubs are required. Also required, where allowed by the SC DOT, are two Street Trees with a minimum Caliper of six inches, to be planted within the adjoining road Right-of-Way. A minimum vegetated buffer of 10 feet will be required along secondary roads (for commercial uses).
      2. A minimum of a 25-foot vegetated buffer shall be required at the rear or adjacent to residential uses. Where appropriate, fencing may be required to screen adjacent or surrounding residential uses. A reduction of the buffer to 10 feet may be allowed with the addition of a 6-foot privacy fence.
      3. If the area of all required buffers exceeds 30 percent of the area of the site, then buffers may be reduced by a maximum of one-third of the required width.
      4. Structures shall be oriented so that loading areas are in no manner visible from residential districts, from existing public or private Right-of-Ways, or from planned future public Right-of-Ways. Loading areas may be oriented toward adjoining developed properties, which are commercially zoned, or toward adjoining properties eligible for future commercial Development if and only if they are entirely screened from view by the use of solid fencing or appropriate landscaping.
      5. Structures located on a Corner Lot may be set back from Highway 17 North and designed to establish the side Street as the primary Street, provided that continuous, interconnecting access is provided through the adjoining Parcels of the block between side Streets. Additionally, permanent open-air roofed Structures must be sited on the Parcel at the corner of Hwy 17 for the exclusive use of local residents to sell crafts and produce, including Sweetgrass Basket Stands. In such cases, the size and number of Structures will be commensurate with the size and intensity of the proposed commercial use as determined by the Zoning and Planning Director and documentation that addresses the Structure(s), use(s), and parking to be located on the Subject Property shall be provided.
   7. Residential Development shall meet the requirements of Sec. 5.4.15(D), Residential Area.

Effective on: 10/27/2017, as amended

The Hungryneck Boulevard - Venning Road Area is comprised of the unincorporated areas along Hungryneck Boulevard and Venning Road as depicted on the map entitled, “Hungryneck Boulevard-Venning Road Area.” Hungryneck Boulevard is a developing light commercial corridor. The Hungryneck Boulevard - Venning Road Area applies to: Parcels with frontage on Hungryneck Boulevard beginning on the southern end of Hungryneck Boulevard at a point of 550 feet from its intersection with Highway 17 North and extending the northern length of Hungryneck Boulevard to the lots immediately across from Hazan Court; also, extending the southern length of Hungryneck Boulevard and ending at Venning Road; Parcels with Frontage on Venning Road between Highway 17 North and Volunteer Lane. This area has been created in cooperation with the Town of Mount Pleasant in recognition that there are properties located within the Town which are adjacent to similarly situated properties located within unincorporated Charleston County. All Development applications shall, at the time application is made, demonstrate how the following requirements of this Section will be met.

1. Venning Road Area (Parcels with frontage on Venning Road from Highway 17 North to Volunteer Lane).
   1. Permitted uses shall include those allowed in the Residential Office (RO) and General Office (GO) Zoning Districts, as described in Table 6.1.1, Use Table. Refer to Sec. 5.4.14, Uses, for the list of prohibited or restricted uses.
   2. Architectural character shall be in compliance with Sec. 4.15.5 Supplemental District Standards, and Sec. 5.4.8, Architectural and Building Design Standards, of the ZLDR.
   3. All Mt. Pleasant Overlay Zoning District standards except the Sweetgrass Basket Stand Special Consideration Area standards shall apply to properties in the Venning Road Area, including but not limited to requirements for buffers, access, signage, architecture, and dimensional and Development standards.
2. Hungryneck Boulevard Area (Parcels with frontage on Hungryneck Boulevard from Country Lane Road to Hazan Court).
   1. Permitted uses shall include those allowed in the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Zoning District, as described in Table 6.1.1, Use Table. Refer to Sec. 5.4.14, Uses, for the list of prohibited or restricted uses.
   2. The access management recommendations herein serve to maintain the functional integrity of Hungryneck Boulevard as a throughstreet, while allowing limited and controlled access for commercial development. Access management will be achieved by promoting inter-parcel access to channel full access to signalized intersections and limiting new access points on Hungryneck Boulevard to right-turn-only movements. Furthermore, ingress/egress within a Development must be consistent with the Town of Mt. Pleasant Access Management Plan.
   3. The architectural standards of Sec. 5.4.15(E), Architectural Standards, shall apply to all commercial Development.
   4. The Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards in the table below shall apply to properties in the Hungryneck Boulevard Area. The Waterfront Development Standards of the applicable Zoning District shall apply.

1. 5.  All Structures, including Accessory Structures shall be limited to a maximum of 5,000 square feet gross Floor Area, provided that Structures between 5,000 and 15,000 square feet, gross floor area, may be approved in accordance with the Special Exception procedures of Article 3.6, Special Exceptions, of this Ordinance.
   6. Buffers.
      1. Buffers along Hungryneck Boulevard shall comply with the Type C Land Use Buffer standards found in CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.
      2. All other buffers shall comply with the requirements of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The Folly Road Corridor Overlay Zoning District (FRC-O) fronts on the east and west sides of Folly Road from its intersection with Tatum Road south to Folly River, as shown on the map titled “Folly Road Corridor Overlay Zoning District.” Folly Road is the main Thoroughfare on James Island and the only route leading to Folly Beach. As such, it carries a large number of vehicles each day. Moreover, some of the properties along Folly Road are located within the jurisdictional limits of the Town of James Island, the City of Folly Beach, the City of Charleston, and unincorporated Charleston County. The FRC-O Overlay Zoning District was adopted to implement traffic safety measures, to improve the visual character of the corridor, and to create consistency between the Town of James Island, the City of Folly Beach, the City of Charleston, and unincorporated Charleston County concerning land use and design standards.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The purpose of the FRC-O, Folly Road Corridor Overlay Zoning District, is to create a corridor that is well-planned and attractive through the implementation of consistent land use and design standards with adjacent jurisdictions and the utilization of traffic safety measures and access management for vehicles and pedestrians to ensure safe and efficient traffic movement.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

In case of conflict between the regulations of this Article and other regulations in this Ordinance, the regulations of this Article shall control. Legally established existing Development that does not meet the requirements as described in this Article shall be considered legal nonconforming and shall be subject to the legal nonconforming requirements of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The standards of this Article shall apply to all Development within the FRC-O Overlay Zoning District, as shown on the maps titled “Folly Road Corridor Overlay Zoning District,” “North Village Area,” “Commercial Core Area,” “South Village Area,” “Neighborhood Preservation Area,” and “Conservation Area,” except Single- Family Dwelling Units and Manufactured Housing Units that are not part of a Manufactured Housing Park.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

A letter of notification to the Town of James Island, City of Charleston, and/or City of Folly Beach shall be required as part of all land Development applications, dependent upon Overlay Zoning District area. The purpose of the notification is to ensure that each jurisdiction is aware of proposed Development.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The following development standards and requirements apply to all Parcels within the Folly Road Corridor Overlay Zoning District in addition to the requirements described below for each of the five areas. Where no special Folly Road Corridor Overlay Zoning District development standard is stated in this Article, the development standards for the Zoning District that corresponds with the Zoning designation as shown on the applicable Folly Road Corridor Overlay Zoning District map shall apply. All applications shall, at the time application is made, provide proof that the following requirements will be met prior to the issuance of any approvals or Zoning Permits:

1. Vehicle Access.
   1. All parcels in this Overlay Zoning District with a Zoning designation of RO are allowed one curb cut per 150 feet of road frontage; all other commercial uses are allowed one curb cut every 250 feet.
   2. Proposed new access drives shall be a minimum distance of 75 feet from a street intersection measured from the edge of the intersecting Roadway to the beginning of the driveway radius. These minimum spacing requirements shall be increased if a right-turn deceleration lane is required and shall equal the length of the turn lane and taper plus an additional distance of 50 feet.
   3. A suitable access management plan demonstrating that the driveway separation requirements can be met shall be submitted. The following techniques may be employed to achieve this result, but the burden of accomplishing the desired effect remains with the Developer of the property:
      1. Aggregation of Parcel;
      2. Parallel frontage or “backage” roads;
      3. Shared Curb Cuts between adjoining properties; and
      4. Shared access Easements between Parcels.
2. Traffic Study. A Traffic Impact Study shall be required in accordance with Sec. 9.6, Traffic Impact Studies. and shall be provided to the County for review simultaneous with submission of the preliminary site plan for consideration.
3. Pedestrian Access and Multi-Use Path. Bike and pedestrian ways shall be included in site design and shall provide a continual link access to adjacent parcels, as well as within the Development area. Grade-separated pedestrian walkways must provide a direct connection from the Street to the main entrance, and to abutting properties. Pedestrian walkways must be designed and located in a manner that does not require pedestrians to walk through Parking Lots or cross driveways and sidewalks may be allowed in Right-of-Way-buffers.

   ​​​​​​When properties are developed or redeveloped in accordance with Sec. 3.7.1 of this Ordinance, a minimum 12-foot wide multi-use path separated by a landscaped/sodded area from the Folly Road Frontage of each parcel shall be included in the site design.  The multi-use path shall also be separated from parking and other vehicular use areas by a minimum five-foot landscaped or sodded area. The multi-use path shall extend the entire length of the property Frontage and may be located fully in the Right-of-Way or on private property with a recorded Easement for the safe movement of pedestrians and maintenance. If the Zoning and Planning Director establishes that the required minimum width of the multi-use path is not feasible based on site conditions, the Zoning and Planning Director may: (1) allow a reduction in the required Right-of-Way buffer to accommodate the minimum required width of the multi-use path; and/or (2) allow a reduction in the required width of the multi-use path.  The multi-use path shall have a concrete or asphalt surface as determined by the Zoning and Planning Director. As part of the Site Plan Review application, the Property Owner shall submit all required Encroachment permits and provide written documentation from the City of Charleston that the City will maintain the multi-use path upon approval of Certificates of Occupancy regardless of whether the path is located in a Right-of-Way or Easement. The multi-use path shall be installed and inspected prior to issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.

4. Bicycle Parking.
   1. One bicycle parking space shall be required per every 10 off-street Required Parking spaces, rounding bicycle parking spaces up when the number is not a of multiple of 10. (six automobile parking spots required = one bicycle parking space; 12 automobile parking spots required = two bicycle parking spaces).
   2. Required bicycle parking must meet the following standards:
      1. Bicycle parking must be:
         1. Outside a Building and within 50 feet of the main entrance to the Building as measured along the most direct pedestrian access route, or no further from the Building’s main entrance than the closest automobile parking space, whichever is closer; 
         2. At the same Grade as the sidewalk or at a location that can be reached by an accessible route; and
         3. If required bicycle parking is not visible from the street or main Building entrance, a sign must be posted at the main Building entrance or in a highly visible and used location indicating the location of the parking.
      2. Bicycle parking must meet the following standards:
         1. Where required bicycle parking is provided in lockers, the lockers must be securely anchored.
         2. Required bicycle parking may be provided in floor, wall, or ceiling racks. Where required bicycle parking is provided in racks, the racks must meet the following standards:
            1. The bicycle frame and one wheel can be locked to the rack with a high security, U-shaped shackle lock if both wheels are left on the bicycle;
            2. A space 2 feet by 6 feet must be provided for each required bicycle parking space, so that a bicycle six feet long can be securely held with its frame supported so that the bicycle cannot be pushed or fall in a manner that will damage the wheels or components;
            3. The rack must be securely anchored and coated in a material that will not damage the bicycle;
            4. Each required bicycle parking space must be accessible without moving another bicycle; and
            5. There must be an aisle at least five feet wide in front and behind all required bicycle parking to allow room for bicycle maneuvering. Where the bicycle parking is adjacent to a sidewalk, the maneuvering area may extend into the Right-of-Way.
         3. Covered bicycle parking, as required by this Section, can be provided inside Buildings, under roof overhangs or awnings, in bicycle lockers, or within or under other Structures. Where required covered bicycle parking is not within a Building or locker, the cover must be:
            1. Permanent;
            2. Designed to protect the bicycle from rainfall; and
            3. At least seven feet above the floor or ground.
         4. Lighting shall be provided for bicycle parking facilities so that the bicycle parking area is thoroughly visible and illuminated.
5. Building Height. Building Height is limited to a maximum of 35 feet as defined in this Ordinance, excluding previously approved Planned Development Zoning Districts.
6. Signs. In addition to the requirements in Article 9.8, Signs, of this Ordinance all Free-Standing Signs shall meet the following requirements:
   1. All Signs shall be Monument style.
   2. Signs in the North Village, South Village, Neighborhood Preservation, and Conservation Areas shall not exceed six feet in height and 40 square feet in size.
   3. Signs in the Commercial Core Area shall not exceed eight feet in height and 50 square feet in size.
   4. Shared shopping center signs shall be allowed with a maximum height of 10 feet and a maximum size of 100 square feet.
   5. Internal illumination shall be allowed for Signs in all areas except the Neighborhood Preservation and Conservation Area, where Signs may only be externally illuminated.
   6. Electronic Readerboard Signs shall be prohibited.
7. Uses. Permitted uses, Prohibited uses, and uses requiring Special Exception are described in each of the five areas below. Firearm Sales shall be permitted only on Parcels in this Overlay Zoning District with a zoning designation of Community Commercial (CC).

8. Noise. All Activity must comply with the Charleston County Livability Ordinance. There shall be no pick-up or delivery of trash or merchandise scheduled for businesses in these areas between the hours of 11:00 pm and 7:00 am. Any proposed outdoor use that provides live or amplified music shall comply with the Special Exception provisions contained in this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The North Village Area extends from Crosscreek/Tatum Street to Oakpoint Road (Ellis Creek area) as illustrated on the FRC-O map entitled “North Village Area.” Parcels in this area are within the jurisdiction of the City of Charleston and unincorporated Charleston County. This area currently consists of mixed medium and low intensity commercial uses such as shopping centers, Professional Offices, and vehicle services. Higher intensity residential uses, such as apartment complexes, also exist in this area. This area is intended to have commercial uses that are less intense than those found in the Commercial Core Area, particularly along the north side of Central Park Road and west side of Folly Road. This area is not intended for large scale commercial development such as big box stores or mega-shopping centers. Future development in this area is to be a mix of medium to lower intensity commercial, Office, and residential uses with increased buffers along Folly Road for more intensive commercial uses. The following regulations apply in addition to the requirements of Sec. 5.5.6, Development Standards and Requirements (All Areas), of this Article to unincorporated Parcels along Folly Road as indicated on the map titled “North Village Area”:

1. Permitted Uses. Permitted uses shall include those uses allowed in the Zoning District that corresponds with the “RO,” “GO,” “NC,” and “CC” Zoning and Future Land Use designation as shown on the Overlay Zoning District Map and as described in Table 6.1-1, Use Table.
2. Prohibited Uses. Vehicle Sales (new or used); Billboards; Indoor/Outdoor Shooting Ranges; Liquor, Beer or Wine Sales; Hotel or Motel (greater than 10 rooms); and Tattoo Facility uses shall be prohibited in this area.
3. Uses Requiring Special Exception. Vehicle Storage; Bar or Lounge; Vehicle and Boat Repair or Service; Restaurant, Fast Food; Service Stations, Gasoline (with or without Convenience Stores); Recreation and Entertainment, Indoor; uses shall require Special Exception approval in compliance with the procedures contained in this Ordinance.
4. Buffers.
   1. A minimum 25-foot vegetated Right-of-Way buffer shall be required for parcels along Folly Road with a Zoning of CC, NC and GO;
   2. A minimum 15-foot vegetated right of way buffer shall be required for parcels along Folly Road with a Zoning of RO;
   3. Properties with a Zoning of CC, NC and GO shall be required to have a minimum 20-foot rear vegetated buffer adjacent to residential uses;
   4. Properties with a Zoning of RO shall be required to have a minimum 15-foot vegetated rear buffer adjacent to residential uses; and
   5. Where appropriate, fencing may be required to screen adjacent or surrounding residential uses. When a minimum six-foot high opaque fence or wall is utilized, the Zoning and Planning Director may reduce the land use buffer by up to one-half its required depth when deemed appropriate; however, no required vegetated buffer shall be less than 10 feet in depth.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

This Area is the gateway and commercial center to the Town of James Island and extends from Oak Point Road (Ellis Creek Area) to Prescott Street as shown on the FRC-O map entitled “Commercial Core Area.” Parcels in this area are primarily within the Town of James Island with a few parcels within the City of Charleston. This area consists of higher intensity commercial uses such as chain-type restaurants, vehicle service and repair, drug stores, and shopping centers with minimal buffering along Folly Road. Future Development in this area is intended for higher intensity commercial uses than those found in the other areas of the corridor. Future Development in this area should place high priority on pedestrian connectivity between businesses and neighborhoods with attractive planted streetscapes and Building architecture. The following regulations apply in addition to the requirements of Sec. 5.5.6, Development Standards and Requirements (All Areas), of this Article to unincorporated Parcels along Folly Road as indicated on the map titled “Commercial Core Area”:

1. Permitted Uses. Permitted uses shall include those uses allowed in the Zoning District that corresponds with the “CC” Future Land Use designation as shown on the Overlay Zoning District map and as described in Table 6.1.1, Use Table.
2. Prohibited Uses. Vehicle Sales; Vehicle Storage; Billboards; Indoor/Outdoor Shooting Ranges; Hotel or Motel; and Tattoo Facility uses shall be prohibited in this area.

3. Uses Requiring Special Exception. Liquor, Beer, or Wine Sales; Bar or Lounge; Vehicle and Boat Repair or Service; Restaurant, Fast Food; Service Stations, Gasoline; and Recreation and Entertainment, Indoor  uses shall require Special Exception approval in compliance with the procedures contained in this Ordinance.
4. Buffers.
   1. A minimum of a 15-foot vegetated Right-of-Way buffer shall be required along Folly Road.
   2. A minimum of a 25-foot rear vegetated buffer shall be required adjacent to residential uses; and
   3. Fencing may be required to screen adjacent or surrounding residential uses. When a minimum six-foot high opaque fence or wall is utilized, the Zoning and Planning Director may reduce the land use buffer by up to one-half its required depth when deemed appropriate; however, no required vegetated buffer shall be less than 10 feet in depth.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The South Village area extends from Prescott Street to South Grimball Rd / Grimball Rd. Ext. as illustrated on the FRC-O map entitled “South Village Area.” Parcels in this area are within the jurisdiction of the Town of James Island, the City of Charleston, and unincorporated Charleston County. This area currently consists of mixed medium to high intensity commercial Development, such as shopping centers, big box stores, and consumer services along the west side of Folly Road and primarily small scale Office and residential uses along the east side of Folly Road. This area is intended for Development similar to the North Village Area, with less intense commercial Development than the Commercial Core Area, a mix of medium to high intensity uses along the west side of Folly Road, and lower intensity Development on the east side of Folly Road. Future development in this area is to be a mix of commercial and residential uses, with increased Right-of-Way buffers along the west side of Folly Road and increased land use buffers on both sides of Folly Road, when commercial Development occurs adjacent to Single- Family Detached Dwelling Units. The following regulations apply in addition to the requirements of Sec. 5.5.6 , Development Standards and Requirements (All Areas), of this Article to unincorporated parcels along Folly Road as indicated on the map titled “South Village Area”:

1. Permitted Uses. Permitted uses shall include those uses allowed in the Zoning District(s) that corresponds with the “R-4-”, “RO”, “NC,” and “CC” Zoning and Future Land Use designation as shown on the Overlay Zoning District map and as described in Table 6.1-1, Use Table. Civic/Institutional uses as described in Table 6.1-1, Use Table, shall be permitted for properties shown in the Civic/Institutional Zoning/Future Land Use designation.
2. Prohibited Uses. Vehicle Sales; Billboards; Indoor/Outdoor Shooting Range; Liquor, Beer or Wine Sales; Hotel or Motel (greater than ten rooms), and Tattoo Facility uses shall be prohibited in this Area.
3. Uses Requiring Special Exception. Vehicle Storage; Bar or Lounge; Vehicle and Boat Repair or Service; Restaurant, Fast Food; Service Stations, Gasoline; and Recreation and Entertainment, Indoor uses shall require Special Exception approval in compliance with the procedures contained in this Ordinance.
4. Buffers.
   1. A minimum 15-foot vegetated Right-of-Way buffer shall be required along the east side of Folly Road and a minimum 35-foot vegetated Right-of-Way buffer shall be required along the west side of Folly Road;
   2. A minimum 20-foot vegetated rear buffer shall be required adjacent to residential uses; and
   3. Fencing may be required to screen adjacent or surrounding residential uses. When a minimum six-foot high opaque fence or wall is utilized, the Zoning and Planning Director may reduce the land use buffer by up to one-half its required depth when deemed appropriate; however, no required vegetated buffer shall be less than 10 feet in depth.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The Neighborhood Preservation Area extends from Rafael Lane to Battery Island Drive as illustrated on the FRC-O map entitled “Neighborhood Preservation Area.” This area consists primarily of low-intensity residential uses with some commercial development primarily along the northwest area of Folly Road. This portion of the Overlay Zoning District is intended to provide an appropriate transition from the more intense commercial development in the North Village, Commercial Core, and South Village Areas before entering the Conservation Area and the City of Folly Beach The following regulations apply in addition to the requirements of Sec. 5.5.6, Development Standards and Requirements (All Areas), of this Article to unincorporated parcels along Folly Road as indicated on the map titled “Neighborhood Preservation Area”:

1. Permitted Uses. Permitted uses shall include those uses allowed in the Zoning District that corresponds with the “NC” and “CC” Future Land Use designation as shown on the Overlay Zoning District map and as described in Table 6.1-1, Use Table, provided, however that Hotel and Motel uses shall be allowed with a maximum of 10 guest rooms.
2. Prohibited Uses. Vehicle Sales; Vehicle Storage; Billboard; Indoor/Outdoor Shooting Range; Restaurant, Fast Food; Service Station, Gasoline;  Recreation and Entertainment, Indoor; Vehicle and Boat Repair or Service; and Tattoo Facility uses shall be prohibited in this area.
3. Uses Requiring Special Exception in the Commercial Area. Liquor, Beer, or Wine Sales and Bar or Lounge uses shall require Special Exception approval in compliance with the procedures contained in this Ordinance.
4. Building Size. No single Building Structure shall exceed 5,000 square feet gross Floor Area.
5. Buffers.
   1. A minimum of a 25-foot vegetated Right-of-Way buffer shall be required along Folly Road in the commercial area. This buffer may be reduced to 15 feet when there is no parking or vehicular use area between Buildings and Right-of-Way.
   2. A minimum of a 20-foot vegetated rear buffer shall be required adjacent to residential uses.
   3. Fencing may be required to screen adjacent or surrounding residential uses. When a minimum six foot high opaque fence or wall is utilized, the Zoning and Planning Director may reduce the land use buffer by up to one-half its required depth when deemed appropriate; however, no required vegetated buffer shall be less than 10 feet in depth.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The Conservation Area extends from Battery Island Drive to the Folly River as illustrated on the FRC-O map entitled “Conservation Area.” This Area is intended to be the least intensely developed area of the Overlay Zoning District and is to provide a natural scenic open space before entering the City of Folly Beach, by preserving the marsh views and vistas of this area. This portion of the Overlay Zoning District is intended to provide an appropriate transition from the more intense commercial Development in the North Village, Commercial Core, and South Village Areas, before entering the Conservation Area and the City of Folly Beach, by preserving the existing low Density Residential Character. The following regulations apply in addition to the requirements of Sec. 5.5.6, Development Standards and Requirements (All Areas), of this Article to unincorporated Parcels along Folly Road as indicated on the map titled “Conservation Area”:

1. A.
    Permitted Uses.

   1. 1.
      Residential, Neighborhood Commercial, and Conservation Zoning Designation. Permitted uses include those uses allowed in the Zoning District that corresponds with the “R-4” and “NC” Zoning and Future Land Use designation as shown on the Overlay Zoning District Map and as described in Table 6.1-1, Use Table.
   2. 2.
      Water Dependent Commercial Zoning Designation. Permitted uses include: Seafood-Related Retail Sales; Restaurant, General; Special Event ; Fishing, Hunting, or Recreational Guide Service ; Boat Ramp; Commercial Dock; and other Accessory Uses, such as accessory Roadside Stands and Sweetgrass Basket Stand uses, as determined appropriate by the Zoning and Planning Director. All uses shall comply with the requirements of this Ordinance including but not limited to the Site Plan Review requirements contained in CHAPTER 3, Development Review Procedures.
2. B.
   Prohibited Uses. Vehicle Sales; Vehicle Storage; Billboard; Indoor/Outdoor Shooting Range; Hotel or Motel; and Tattoo Facility uses shall be prohibited in this Area.
3. C.
   Uses Requiring Special Exception in the Commercial Area. Liquor, Beer, or Wine Sales; Bar or Lounge; Vehicle and Boat Repair or Service; Restaurant, Fast Food; Service Station, Gasoline; and Recreation and Entertainment, Indoor uses shall require Special Exception approval in compliance with the procedures contained in this Ordinance.
4. D.
   Buffers.

   1. 1.
      A minimum of a 25-foot vegetated Right-of-Way buffer shall be required along Folly Road in the commercial area which may be reduced to 15 feet when there is no parking or vehicular use area between Buildings and Right-of-Way;
   2. 2.
      A minimum of a 20-foot vegetated rear buffer shall be required adjacent to residential uses; and
   3. 3.
      Fencing may be required to screen adjacent or surrounding residential uses. When a minimum six foot high opaque fence or wall is utilized, the Zoning and Planning Director may reduce the land use buffer by up to one-half its required depth, when deemed appropriate; however, no required vegetated buffer shall be less than 10 feet in depth.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The DRC-O, Dorchester Road Corridor Overlay Zoning District, straddles Dorchester Road, one of the major thoroughfares in the North Area. This road carries a large number of vehicles each day. Much of the property within the DRC-O Overlay Zoning District is located within the jurisdictional limits of the City of North Charleston, while some property remains within unincorporated Charleston County. The DRC-O Overlay Zoning District was adopted to improve the visual character of the corridor and to create consistency between the County of Charleston and the City of North Charleston concerning land Development regulations.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The purpose of the DRC-O, Dorchester Road Corridor Overlay Zoning District, is to create a commercial corridor that is well-planned and attractive, through the implementation of consistent design standards.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

In case of conflict between the regulations of this Article and other regulations in this Ordinance, the regulations of this Article shall control. Where no special Dorchester Road Corridor Overlay Zoning District regulation is stated in this Article, the applicable regulations of this Ordinance shall apply.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The DRC-O Overlay Zoning District shall include all parcels of land, any part of which is located within 1,000 feet of Dorchester Road between the Mark Clark Expressway and the north side of North Constellation Drive, as illustrated on the Map titled "Dorchester Road Corridor and Ashley River Corridor Overlay Zoning District." Where no special Dorchester Road Corridor Overlay Zoning District development standard is stated in this Article, the development standards for the Zoning District that corresponds with the Zoning designation as shown on the map titled “Dorchester Road Corridor and Ashley River Corridor Overlay Zoning District” shall apply.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Commercial Front Buffers. The front buffer for commercial and office establishments shall be 15 feet along corridor Rights-of-Way, both public and private. This buffer is intended for aesthetic, rather than screening purposes. The buffer shall contain the following minimum ornamental plantings per 100 linear feet of Frontage:
   1. Three Canopy Trees and two and one-half inches caliper minimum;
   2. Three Understory Trees six to eight feet height minimum; and
   3. 25 Shrubs, three gallon minimum.
2. Commercial Side and Rear Buffers. Side and rear buffers shall be provided per the requirements of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.
3. All Buffer Areas.
   1. All buffer areas must accommodate required plant material within the buffer.
   2. Drainage swales and stormwater detention ponds may be placed in the buffer only when trees are not endangered and only when they meander through the buffer in an unobtrusive manner.
   3. Stormwater detention ponds may not occupy more than 25 percent of the buffer area.
   4. Driveways may pass through a buffer to gain access to parking.
   5. Structures other than permitted Free-Standing Signs may not be placed within the buffer.

4. Required Screening. The following shall be required:
   1. Loading Zones. Structures shall be oriented so that loading areas are in no manner visible from Residential Zoning Districts, from existing public or private Rights-of-Way, or from planned future public Rights-of-Way. Loading areas may be oriented toward adjoining developed properties, which are commercially zoned, or toward adjoining properties eligible for future commercial Development if they are entirely screened from view by the use of solid fencing or appropriate landscaping.
   2. Dumpster Screens. Garbage dumpsters shall be screened and buffered with an eight foot high opaque fence or walls on four sides.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Article 9.2, Tree Protection and Preservation, of this Ordinance shall apply to properties within the DRC-O Overlay Zoning District.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Free-Standing Signs. Must be Monument, Pedestal, or gateway style entrance Sign pair, not to exceed 50 square feet per Sign face and 10 feet in height of the Sign Structure. One sign or gateway style entrance Sign pair shall be permitted per Major Road Frontage.
   1. A shopping center may erect one Monument or Pedestal Free-Standing Sign per Street Frontage, up to a maximum of two Signs per center. One square foot of free-standing signage will be permitted per linear foot of shopping center Building Frontage, up to a maximum of 150 square feet per Sign.
   2. Internal illumination shall be permitted in areas of 15-foot buffers. No internal illumination shall be permitted for residential Subdivision entrance Signs. In all areas, no flashing or moving Signs shall be permitted.
2. Wall Signs (Commercial). One square foot of Wall Signage shall be permitted per each linear foot of Building Frontage, up to and not exceeding 15 percent of the area of the wall on which the Sign is to be displayed.
3. Material. Signs shall be fabricated of solid materials such as brick, wood or concrete.
4. Prohibited Signs. Off-Premise Signs, Portable Signs, and Temporary Signs shall be prohibited within the DRC-O Overlay Zoning District.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

No Building elevation constructed of unadorned concrete masonry units or corrugated and/or sheet metal shall front upon any existing public or private Rights-of-Way. Mechanical equipment, whether ground level, raised, or rooftop shall be shielded and screened from public view.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

All Utility lines such as electric, telephone, CATV, or other similar lines serving individual sites as well as all Utility lines necessary within the property shall be placed underground at the time when other requirements of this Ordinance would initiate site plan review. All junction and access boxes shall be screened with appropriate landscaping. All Utility pad fixtures and meters shall be shown on the site plan.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Site lighting shall be from a concealed light source fixture and with effective provisions made to avoid spill-over into adjoining properties, Roadways, or in any way interfere with the vision of oncoming motorists.
2. Lighting fixtures shall be limited in height to 18 feet.
3. Lighting shall be of a directional type, capable of shielding the light source from direct view from any adjoining residential or agricultural parcel and public Right-of-Way.
4. Security lighting shall be provided, particularly at pedestrian walkways.
5. A lighting plan shall be submitted as part of the Site Plan Review Process.
6. All site lighting shall meet the requirements of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

A Traffic Impact Study shall be required in all instances in which the proposed developmental area exceeds five acres. Such Traffic Impact Studies shall be prepared by an independent planning or engineering firm and shall be provided to the County’s Zoning and Planning Department for review simultaneous with submission of the preliminary site plan for consideration.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Grade-separated pedestrian walkways must provide a direct connection from the street to the main entrance, and to abutting properties.
2. Pedestrian walkways must be designed and located in a manner that does not require pedestrians to walk through Parking Lots or cross driveways.
3. All pedestrian access and pedestrian walkways shall meet the standards of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The ARSC-O, Ashley River Scenic Corridor Overlay District includes all unincorporated Charleston County Parcels that border the Ashley River in the North Area of Charleston County. The remaining properties within the ARSC-O Overlay Zoning District are located within the jurisdictional limits of the City of North Charleston. The ARSC-O Overlay Zoning District was adopted to safeguard the historic heritage and scenic beauty of the Ashley River corridor.

1. Purpose. The purpose of the ARSC-O, Ashley River Scenic Corridor Overlay Zoning District is to preserve the scenic Ashley River and to create consistency between the County of Charleston and the City of North Charleston concerning land Development regulations by:
   1. Safeguarding the historic heritage and scenic beauty of the unincorporated Charleston County Parcels surrounded by the City of North Charleston, by preserving the view shed of National Historic Landmarks & Properties on the National Register of Historic Places, which have been confirmed by the South Carolina Department of Archives and History;
   2. Promoting conservation and providing protection by promoting stabilization of the banks of the Ashley River, which are tidally influenced and subject to periodic flooding;
   3. Preserving Water quality by protecting the natural environmental qualities of the land and Water;
   4. Stabilizing and improving property values in the Ashley River Scenic Corridor Overlay District;
   5. Fostering civic beauty; 
   6. Preserving scenic areas; and
   7. Promoting the use and preservation of the Ashley River Scenic Corridor for the education, welfare and pleasure of existing and future residents of Charleston County and the City of North Charleston, along with the general public.
2. Effect of Overlay Zoning District.  In case of conflict between the regulations of this Article and other regulations in this Ordinance, the regulations of this Article shall control. Where no special Ashley River Scenic Corridor Overlay Zoning District regulation is stated in this Article, the applicable regulations of this Ordinance shall apply.
3. Applicability. The ARSC-O Overlay Zoning District shall include all unincorporated Charleston County Parcels that border the Ashley River. This district is illustrated on the attached map. The standards of this Article shall apply to all Development within the ARSC-O District including Single-Family Dwelling Units; any proposed use or alteration of an existing use; and land or vegetation disturbance. Where no special Ashley River Scenic Corridor Overlay Zoning District development standard is stated in this Article, the development standards for the Zoning District that corresponds with the Zoning designation as shown on the map titled “Dorchester Road Corridor and Ashley River Corridor Overlay Zoning District” shall apply.
4. Permitted Uses.  Permitted uses are determined by the  corresponding Zoning Districts, as shown on the map titled "Dorchester Road Corridor and Ashley River Scenic Corridor Overlay Zoning Districts." 
5. Setbacks and Buffers.
   1. 50 feet from the OCRM Critical Line of the Ashley River or adjacent lowlands, which lowlands are hereby defined as areas below mean high Water;
   2. 50 feet from an established tree line paralleling the Ashley River; or
   3. 50 feet from a bluff or cliff overlooking and visible from the Ashley River, whichever is greater.
6. Tree Protection. No trees six DBH inches or greater shall be cut or removed from within 50 feet of the edge of the Ashley River or adjacent lowlands as defined in Sec. 5.6.13(E), Setbacks and Buffers. Article 9.2, Tree Protection and Preservation, of this Ordinance shall apply to properties within the ARSC-O Overlay Zoning District.
7. Buildings or Structures.
   1. No proposed buildings or structures may be erected within 50 feet of the Ashley River and adjacent lowlands as defined in Sec. 5.6.13(E), Setbacks and Buffers.
   2. No Building or Structure shall extend more than 35 feet above the ground or base flood elevation, whichever is higher.
   3. Docks shall be permitted on Lots of record in developed residential areas in accordance with the Ashley River Special Area Management Plan (SAMP), February 1992, or as updated. Docks shall not have roofs or second-story decks. Docks shall be construed of wood and may not be painted. Individual Docks shall be limited in size (pierhead no larger than 100 square feet; a single floating Dock no larger than 128 square feet). No new Marina development or fueling facilities shall be allowed within the ARSC-O Overlay Zoning District.
8. Other Alterations.
   1. No grading, filing, excavation, or other land-altering activity may be conducted within 50 feet of the ARSC-O Overlay Zoning District and adjacent lowlands, except in accordance with Sec. 5.6.13(H)(3), Roads and Access.
   2. No impervious surfaces shall be constructed within 50 feet of the ARSC-O District and adjacent lowlands, except in accordance with Sec. 5.6.13(H)(3), Roads and Access, herein below.
   3. The provisions of the ARSC-O Overlay Zoning District shall not apply to necessary alterations for required roads or for access to the ARSC-O Overlay Zoning District for ingress/egress from any particular tract, provided that no reasonable alternative is available on the tract of land in question and that shoreline alterations are minimized to the greatest extent practicable. The burden of proving that no reasonable alternative is available and that the proposal minimizes shoreline alterations to the greatest extent practicable shall be on the party seeking to make alterations. The party shall submit information to the Zoning and Planning Director for determination of the applicability of this subsection to any particular case.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The UB-O, University Boulevard Overlay Zoning District, shall include all parcels of land south of Goose Creek, east of I-26, west of Rivers Avenue/US 52 and generally north of I-26, US 52 and US 78 Connector. Much of the property within the UB-O Overlay Zoning District is located within the jurisdictional limits of the City of North Charleston, while some property remains within unincorporated Charleston County. The UB-O Overlay Zoning District was adopted to improve the visual character of the corridor and to create consistency between the County of Charleston and the City of North Charleston concerning land Development regulations.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The purpose of the UB-O, University Boulevard Overlay Zoning District, is to create a commercial corridor that is well-planned and attractive through the implementation of consistent design standards.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

In case of conflict between the regulations of this Article and other regulations in this Ordinance, the regulations of this Article shall control. Where no special University Boulevard Corridor Overlay Zoning District regulation is stated in this Article, the applicable regulations f this Ordinance shall apply.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

The UB-O Overlay Zoning District shall include all parcels of land south of Goose Creek, east of I-26, west of Rivers Avenue/US 52 and generally north of I-26, US 52, and US 78 Connector. This District is illustrated on the attached map. The standards of this Article shall apply to all Development within the UB-O Overlay Zoning District.

Effective on: 1/1/1901, as amended

1. Commercial Front Buffers. The front buffer for commercial and office establishments shall be 15 feet along corridor Rights-of-Way, both public and private. This buffer is intended for aesthetic, rather than screening purposes. The buffer shall contain the following minimum ornamental plantings per 100 linear feet of frontage:
   1. Three Canopy Trees and two and one-half inches caliper minimum.
   2. Three Understory Trees six to eight feet height minimum.
   3. 25 Shrubs, three gallon minimum.
2. Commercial Side and Rear Buffers. Side and rear buffers shall be provided per the requirements of CHAPTER 9, Development Standards, of this Ordinance.
3. All Buffer Areas.
   1. All buffer areas must accommodate required plant material within the buffer.
   2. Drainage swales and stormwater detention ponds may be placed in the buffer only when Trees are not endangered and only when they meander through the buffer in an unobtrusive manner.
   3. Stormwater detention ponds may not occupy more than 25 percent of the buffer area.
   4. Driveways may pass through a buffer to gain access to parking.
   5. Structures other than permitted Free-Standing Signs may not be placed within the buffer.
4.  Required Screening.
   1. Loading Zones. Structures shall be oriented so that loading areas are in no manner visible from residential districts, from existing public or private Rights-of-Way, or from planned future public Rights-of-Way. Loading areas may be oriented toward adjoining developed properties, which are commercially zoned, or toward adjoining properties eligible for future commercial Development if they are entirely screened from view by the use of solid fencing or appropriate landscaping.
   2. Dumpster Screens. Dumpsters shall be screened and buffered with an eight foot high opaque fence or walls on four sides.
5. Where no special University Boulevard Overlay Zoning District development standard is stated in this Article, the development standards for the Zoning District that corresponds with the Zoning designation as shown on the University Boulevard Overlay Zoning District map shall apply.