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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Charleston public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Residential and Commercial Zoning Variances
Five property owners are asking the zoning board to let them build closer to lot lines or on smaller lots than city code allows — from Hampton Park Terrace to James Island. The outcomes will shape what gets built on these blocks and how dense the neighborhoods stay.
Johns Island Watermain Upgrades
New watermain infrastructure is proposed along Transatlantic Way on Johns Island to support utility capacity and reliability. The project involves linear construction review by city divisions.
Tourism Management Plan and Bloomberg Recommendations
The city is rolling out online permits for tour buses and developing digital tools to track passenger counts for walking and bus tours. Officials say this data will help them make better decisions about tour caps and manage congestion without heavy-handed regulations.
West Nile Virus Prevention and Mosquito Safety
Public health officials issued reminders on mosquito bite prevention following recent confirmed West Nile virus cases in the Midlands and Low Country. Residents are encouraged to use the seven T's of mosquito prevention to eliminate standing water around homes.