Commission advances Hatchery Road water-tank concept plan to detailed site plan stage

The Berkeley County Planning Commission voted to advance the concept plan for a Hatchery Road water-storage tank to the detailed site plan stage after staff said the concept meets subdivision requirements. Staff summary: The Hatchery Road Water Tank project, proposed by the Berkeley County Public Service Water District with engineering by Fox and Associates, is planned on a 1.95-acre site on the north side of Hatchery Road about 0.7 miles east of U.S. Route 11. County engineer Doug Smith deemed the project compliant with the subdivision ordinance on July 14, 2025, and staff recommended advancement to the detailed site plan stage. Why it matters: The proposed freestanding tank is intended to provide public water and help maintain system pressure in the area. Public participation and representation: Steve Sianovich of Fox and Associates represented the applicant at the public hearing; no members of the public commented. Action: Commissioner Michael Bush moved to accept staff’s recommendation and advance the concept plan; the motion was seconded by Commissioner Norton and carried by voice vote. The item will next proceed to the detailed site-plan review process. Next steps: The project will enter detailed site-plan review where staff and county engineering will examine construction-level plans, environmental controls, and permitting requirements prior to any building permits or site work.