Greenville leaders say more 'rooftops' needed to revive downtown; developers propose phased approach
City officials argued that new housing is necessary to support downtown businesses and increase formula-based revenues; developers said the project could be phased over several years and include a mix of single-family lots and townhomes to create attainable housing options.
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Mayor Pro Tem Mary Bray and Mayor Josephine Mahone-Stargell told the Board that Greenville has lost population and lacks the residential base needed to sustain downtown businesses, noting revitalization efforts and a new sewer system as assets. "They definitely need rooftops to support their commercial businesses," Mayor Pro Tem Bray said, adding that revitalization efforts have been hindered by a lack of residents to patronize local commerce.
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