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Conway approves multiple annexations and first readings: zoning, signage and off‑highway vehicle rules move forward
Summary
On Jan. 21 the council unanimously approved first readings or actions on several land‑use items, including annexation and rezoning requests, a unified development ordinance signage cleanup, and a first reading of an ordinance regulating off‑highway vehicles on city property.
The Conway City Council on Jan. 21 moved several land‑use and regulatory items forward by unanimous votes.
Annexations and rezonings - Annexation and rezoning (first reading) was approved for roughly 1.64 acres at 41100 Hagwood Circle (maple Hills subdivision), changing the parcel from Horry County commercial/forest/agriculture to Conway low‑to‑medium density residential. Staff said the annexation responded to a property owner request to reconnect to city utilities; planning staff recommended approval. - The council also approved first reading to annex and rezone approximately 62.1 acres comprising two parcels at 1705‑501 and East Cox Ferry Road. The smaller parcel fronting U.S. 501 was proposed for Highway Commercial zoning and the larger parcel fronting East Cox Ferry Road for Light Industrial. Staff said the properties are in the city’s utility service area and recommended approval; planning commission had recommended approval after a public hearing.
Signage and unified development ordinance - Council approved first reading of amendments to Article 11 (signage) of the city’s Unified Development Ordinance. Staff described the changes as part of a UDO cleanup begun in 2023. The update aims to clarify exempt and prohibited signs, sign standards by zoning district and type, and permit procedures; staff said sign standards remain one of the most frequently violated parts of the UDO.
Off‑highway vehicles - Council approved first reading of an ordinance to restrict use of ATVs, dirt bikes, UTVs and similar off‑road vehicles on city property, public rights‑of‑way and certain city‑owned parcels acquired in FEMA buyouts. The chief of police said the measure responds to recurring unregulated use that damages sensitive city property and poses liability concerns; the ordinance moves the city toward enforcement options and possible designated facilities in the future.
Each item passed on a unanimous hand vote at the Jan. 21 meeting. For any annexation or rezoning that involves a specific location change from what was advertised, staff said the applicant would need to confirm re‑advertising and other procedural steps.
