Town Council - January 10 | 2 p.m.
Planning Commission - January 11 | 3 p.m.
Public Safety Committee - January 18 | 11:30 a.m.
Christmas Tree Collection - curbside, every Thursday until January 26
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This is a notification to area property owners and interested parties that a BZA meeting will be held Monday, January 30, 2023, at 1:00 p.m., in Council Chambers, Kiawah Municipal Center, 4475 Betsy Kerrison Parkway, Kiawah Island, SC 29455. This hearing is open to the public. Click here to access the meeting agenda.
Public Comments
Persons interested in submitting public comments regarding any case should email their comments referencing the case number and TMS number or address to Ms. Petra Reynolds, Town Clerk at preynolds@kiawahisland.org. The BZA public hearing will be livestreamed (for viewing only) on the Town’s YouTube Channel
The Town of Kiawah Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) will hear comments on the following cases at the upcoming meetings:
1) Case #BZA22-000008
166 Marsh Hawk Lane | TMS# 207-03-00-023
Variance request for the reduction of the required 30’ rear setback for approximately 54 square feet encroachment for a proposed screen porch enclosure.
2) Case #BZA22-000009
366 Helena Court | TMS# 265-16-00-183
Variance request for the encroachment of the required 25’ rear setback for approximately 56 square feet encroachment for an existing gazebo.
3) Case #BZA22-000010
518 Ruddy Turnstone Drive | TMS# 207-04-00-070
Variance request for the reduction of the required 30’ rear and 30’ side setback for approximately 167 square feet encroachment for a proposed new single-family residence.
4) Case #BZA22-000011
876 Kiawah Island Parkway | TMS# 207-00-00-009
Variance request to modify an existing dock (Mingo Point) to extend beyond the maximum extension of a dock structure into a river, stream, or channel.
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Proposed Andell West Project Update |
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Andell West is a proposed commercial Planned Development adjacent to Freshfields Village in unincorporated Charleston County. The proposed development is to provide a full-size grocery store to the Kiawah, Seabrook, and John’s Island Communities. In addition, the development will include opportunities for retail and services. Riverstone Properties, the developers requesting the planned development, appeared before the Charleston County Planning Commission for recommendation in October. County Council held a public hearing in November. This request before Charleston County Council has been deferred for 60 days and will not be heard by the County until March 2023. Please note the following outlined upcoming public meetings of Charleston County Council regarding this proposal:
Planning and Public Works Committee
March 16, 2023
County Council 1st Reading
March 21, 2023
County Council 2nd Reading
April 4, 2023
County Council 3rd Reading
April 25, 2023
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Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals Vacancy |
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The Town of Kiawah has an opening on the Planning Commission and an opening on the Board of Zoning Appeals. All interested persons should complete the application for appointment form and submit it to the Town Clerk, Petra Reynolds, at preynolds@kiawahisland.org. Submitted forms may be accompanied by a resume or CV. The deadline for submission is January 13, 2023.
Planning Commission: The Town of Kiawah Island Planning Commission consists of seven members appointed by the Mayor with the consent of the Town Council. The Commission reviews subdivision plats and makes recommendations to the Council on rezoning cases, and prepares and periodically revises plans and programs for the development of the Town. The Commission also makes recommendations to Town Council on such issues as zoning ordinances, regulations for the subdivision or development of land, and other matters related to the development. Members serve a four-year term.
Board of Zoning Appeals: The Town of Kiawah Island Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) consists of seven members who are also appointed by the Mayor with the consent of the Town Council. The Board hears and decides appeals for a variance from the requirements of the zoning ordinance when strict application of the ordinance would result in unnecessary hardship. The Board also makes decisions regarding the permitting of uses by special exception subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Town’s Zoning Ordinance. This Board also hears and decides appeals where it is alleged there, is an error in order, requirement, decision, or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of the Town’s Zoning Ordinance. Members serve a three-year term.
Please contact John Taylor, Jr., Planning Manager, at jtaylor@kiawahisland.org or 843-768-9979 if there are any questions regarding the roles of these boards.
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Charitable Grants 2022 – 2023 |
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The Town of Kiawah Island is proud to be able to contribute to the philanthropic work happening in the community. Given available resources, the Town can support various charitable and educational organizations with the 2022-2023 grants.
This charitable grant application is open to all non-profit organizations serving the Sea Islands. The deadline for all applications is on or before Friday, January 13, 2023, at 3:00 pm. Applications will receive a preliminary review at the March 27, 2023, Ways and Means Committee meeting. Final approval will be at the April 4, 2023, Town Council Meeting.
Applications and a copy of the Town’s new Grant Guidelines are available at the below links.
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Kestrel Court Solid Waste Center |
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The solid waste center located at Kestrel Court is open and accepting refuse from residents. There are two roll-off dumpsters available for trash and recycling. The compactor at this location is awaiting electrical work to be operational, and we anticipate this being completed in the next week.
The units that are there currently are temporary, as we are waiting to have upgraded compactor units installed. We are expecting these new units to arrive around mid-January. However, the roll-off dumpsters are open for use.
Any questions regarding the site can be directed to the Town’s Public Works Manager, Brian Gottshalk, by phone at (843)-768-9166 or by email at bgottshalk@kiawahisland.org.
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Charleston's Museum Mile Month |
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For the entire month of January, visit 13 historic sites for only $35/adult (ages 12 and up) or $10/child (ages 1 - 12). With the Museum Mile Month pass, you can spend an entire month learning about Charleston’s rich history and culture while visiting sites in the order that best fits your schedule. The sites include:
- Eight historic museums
- Five historic houses
To purchase tickets, please visit the Visitor Center at Town Hall.
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The Island Connection - Call for Columnists |
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The Island Connection is currently in search of columnists for the following topics:
- Nature
- Wildlife
- Golf
- Senior Recreational Activities (local)
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Development Resources Page |
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The Town of Kiawah Island created the development resources page to provide complete and accurate information regarding the Town’s development agreements and correct misinformation about planned growth on the island.
If you have a question related to the Town of Kiawah’s development agreements not addressed in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), please email Stephanie Monroe Tillerson, Town Administrator, at stillerson@kiawahisland.org.
Click here to access the development resources page.
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Liquid Pleasure
Friday, January 13, 2023
West Beach Conf. | 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 (tickets required)
Get down and boogie on Kiawah Island as Liquid Pleasure ignites the night with various tunes, from Aretha Franklin and B.B. King to today’s most popular hits.Liquid Pleasure has been delighting audiences for more than two decades. This multi-cultural icon has committed its profession to bringing music to an array of audiences with a Motown big band feeling. After touring with major acts like Hootie and the Blowfish and REM, the band returned to the dance and show circuit they knew to be successful. more
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Ranky Tanky
Saturday, January 21, 2023
West Beach Conf. | 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 (tickets required)
Join us in welcoming Ranky Tanky to Kiawah Island. The Grammy-award group consists of five members, most of whom are no strangers to the Kiawah Island Arts Council, including Quentin Baxter, Charlton Singleton, Kevin Hamilton, Quiana Parler, & Clay Ross.
Ranky Tanky have achieved many firsts for South Carolina’s West African-rooted Gullah community since their formation, earning yet another milestone at the 2019 GRAMMY Awards by taking home the Best Regional Roots Album prize for their sophomore release, Good Time. more
Click here to access TOKI's Events page and view the season planner.
If you are a Kiawah Island resident who has not received your 2022-2023 early access code, please email your Kiawah mailing address to rfoster@kiawahisland.org to register.
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