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Planners propose regional symposium to shape shared growth boundaries in Beaufort County region
Summary
Staff recommended a facilitated workshop series this fall to build a shared land-use vision across Beaufort and Jasper counties, citing tens of thousands of approved dwelling units and strained roads and utilities; no formal action was taken.
At the May 23 meeting of the North Regional Planning Committee, staff described a proposal for a facilitator-led symposium and follow-up workshops to develop a shared land-use vision for Beaufort County, Jasper County and nearby municipalities, saying the effort could cost about $75,000 and be scheduled for the fall.
Committee staffer Rob, who presented the plan, said the region already has tens of thousands of approved but unbuilt housing units and that coordinating growth is urgent. “Planning jointly and having a shared land use vision is something that is vital for this region,” Rob said.
The recommendation grew out of a growth subcommittee charged with reviewing comprehensive plans across the region. Staff told the committee the region currently has roughly 53,000 potential future dwelling units in approved developments in southern Beaufort County,…
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