Comprehensive Plan

The county is adopting an updated comprehensive plan to guide future development in accordance with state code.

First reading passed 6-0 on September 9, 2025; subsequent readings pending. Watch for the next recap.

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October 14, 2025

The headline Council approved the final reading of the updated Kershaw County Comprehensive Plan, marking the first major update to the county's long-term land-use blueprint in 20 years. The plan provides a policy framework to manage future growth, infrastructure, and zoning, and will serve as a foundational guide for …

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September 23, 2025

The headline Council passes second reading of the 2025-2035 Comprehensive Plan. The Council approved the second reading of the updated comprehensive plan, a document intended to guide the county's growth and land use policy for the next decade. While members acknowledged the need for technical corrections regarding his…

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September 9, 2025

The headline Council advanced several key infrastructure and planning items, including the first reading of an updated Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also addressed concerns regarding inspection fee structures and approved a contract for road improvements.

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June 10, 2025

The headline Council passed the second reading of a temporary moratorium on major subdivision approvals. The ordinance, which seeks to pause specific development while the county updates its comprehensive plan and land use ordinances, now moves toward a third reading and public hearing following a 4-1 vote. Council mem…

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May 27, 2025

The headline Council passes temporary moratorium on major and minor subdivision approvals. In a 5-2 vote, the council approved a 180-day moratorium on the acceptance and processing of major and minor subdivision applications to allow for comprehensive planning. The ordinance, which excludes single-family residences (on…

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February 25, 2025

Discussed, no vote - Pecan Orchard Infrastructure: Council discussed the recent engineering study regarding storm water drainage issues in the Pecan Orchard subdivision. The matter was referred to the Finance Committee to explore funding options, including a potential 75% matching grant from the South Carolina Rural In…

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February 11, 2025

Public comment Seven residents addressed the council regarding a variety of concerns. Several speakers discussed the AOD and Comprehensive Plan, emphasizing the need for property-owner protections and accurate data regarding equine and agricultural land use. Other residents voiced concerns over the impact of solar farm…

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August 13, 2024

The headline Council passed a six month moratorium on new development and zoning amendments within the airport overlay district to allow time for a comprehensive plan rewrite. The measure is intended to protect Woodward Field from incompatible land uses while the county updates its development regulations.

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July 23, 2024

The headline Council members approved a six-month moratorium on new development and zoning map amendments within the Airport Overlay District to allow time for a comprehensive review of land use regulations. This temporary pause aims to protect Woodward Field from incompatible growth while staff and consultants revise …

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