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Council approves rezoning for proposed metals manufacturer near Sumter Municipal Airport

Sumter County Council · March 1, 2026
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Summary

Council granted second-reading approval for a 41.7-acre rezoning at 1080 W. Brewington Rd. to Heavy Industrial to allow a proposed metals manufacturing facility; supporters cited a 60,000 sq. ft. plant, $12–$15 million cost and new jobs, while the item drew limited public opposition.

Sumter County Council voted on Oct. 22 to rezone roughly 41.7 acres at 1080 W. Brewington Road from Agricultural Conservation to Heavy Industrial, clearing the way for a proposed metals manufacturing use.

Planning Director Helen Roodman described the request as necessary to accommodate an intended metals manufacturing facility (NAICS 332312) and noted the site is in a…

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