Government

For the past two years, Summerville has engaged consultants and staff in a project to overhaul our zoning ordinances to clarify, simplify and rationalize the town’s expectations for homeowners, builders and developers. … Read More

City Council approved both second and third readings of the short-term rental ordinance, which has been in the works for almost two years. The ordinance is similar to recommendations made by the Short-Term Rental Task Force. … Read More

Greg Habib won the Goose Creek mayoral election Tuesday, ousting Mayor Michael Heitzler from the office he’s held for 40 years. Habib has served for two years on Goose Creek City Council. … Read More

Lowcountry leaders agree that the region’s unexpected and tremendous growth in recent years has left municipalities struggling to meet the needs of the additional residents while retaining the quality of life they demand. … Read More

The program, which starts next month, is intended to help alleviate parking issues in downtown Charleston, particularly for hospitality and food and beverage workers. … Read More