District 6 Council Member· 2026-2030
Ben D'Allesandro
Charleston
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 33
- Total speaking time
- 2:44:48
- Avg per meeting
- 5:00
- Segments
- 3263
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Property Annexations
The 1176/1180 Sam Rittenberg property recently sold for $14.5 million, triple its 2019 price.
Technical Review of Citywide Development and Infrastructure Projects
New stormwater requirements could affect construction costs for developers and builders in the city.
Magnolia Development Utility Infrastructure
Costs are reimbursed by the developer, so no net hit to the city budget.
West Ashley commercial corridor rezoning and annexation
The 1176/1180 Sam Rittenberg property recently sold for $14.5 million, triple its 2019 price.
Vacant Structure Reviews in North Central and Cannonborough/Elliottborough
Property owners may face compliance costs or fines if structures are deemed blighted or neglected.
Architectural Review of 411 Meeting Street Concept
Private capital investment associated with downtown hospitality and commercial development.
Point Hope - Capstone Cottages Multi-Family Development
Substantial private investment in multi-phase residential infrastructure on Cainhoy peninsula.
Residential Annexations and Density in West Ashley
Adds a small amount of property to the city tax rolls; no dollar figure is stated.
Commercial Filming Regulations in Residential Neighborhoods
Impacts city administrative resources and potential tourism-related filming revenue.
Magnolia Landing Amenity Center and Townhome Development
Private investment in residential and community infrastructure.
Hope Center transition at 529 Meeting Street
$215,210, mostly federally funded through the SNOFO renewal.
Commission on Women Organizational Restructuring
Loss of billions of dollars annually in the U.S. due to menopause-related work disruptions and lost productivity.
Maybank Walk Residential Development on Johns Island
Substantial private residential development investment on Johns Island.
WestEdge Property Acquisition and Affordable Housing
No hit to the general fund or TIF — the buydown would use cash already held by the WestEdge Foundation.
Daniel Island Golf Club Teaching and Laundry Facilities
Private investment by the golf club.
Multi-Story Townhome Construction at 280 Meeting Street
Commercial and Industrial Site Plan Reviews
Property value changes for adjacent residential lots and business viability for the applicant.
148 Smith Street Mediated Settlement Agreement
Unknown exact settlement and remediation costs, but involves property value and safety liability considerations for the school.
Property Acquisitions and Land Management
No compensation or cost figure is stated in the agenda.
Cainhoy Del Webb Phase 2 RV and Boat Storage Facility
Private commercial investment in the Cainhoy area.
Decisions during term (4)
Recorded while D'Allesandro was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Public hearings on permit fee ordinances (Development Services; Planning and Preservation)
Community Development Committee report
Authorization for an amendment to the Long Savanna Development Agreement Section 6.6.B of the Agreement titled “Development Phasing and Transportation Improvements.” (Long Savanna Development-West Ashley). The property is owned by…
Long Savanna development agreement amendment
Voting record (0)(Development)
No votes found matching Development.