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Mechanical code substitution at 84 Society Street

A new downtown commercial project wants to use a newer 2027 mechanical code section instead of the 2021 state code. It's a technical appeal, but it affects how ventilation rules apply during Charleston's code transition.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 9, 2026

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Vested rights extension at 205 Promenade Vista Street

The applicant wants another year to keep a previously approved project's zoning rights alive on James Island. It signals whether that development is still moving forward.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 4, 2026