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Council approves first reading to annex Quimson Boulevard parcel for commercial redevelopment
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Summary
The council approved on first reading the annexation and rezoning of a 4‑acre 'donut hole' parcel on Quimson Boulevard to General Commercial (GC) to prepare the site for redevelopment; planning commission had recommended approval.
The Anderson City Council approved on first reading an ordinance to annex and rezone a roughly 4‑acre parcel on Quimson Boulevard (described as a "donut hole" surrounded by city limits) to GC (General Commercial) to facilitate redevelopment.
Planning staff told the council the site fronts Simpson Boulevard and lies within the city’s water and wastewater service areas; the planning commission reviewed the request and recommended approval. Planning and Development Director Maurice McKenzie said the proposed GC zoning aligns with predominant frontage zoning and will allow future redevelopment while subjecting future plans to city reviews for landscaping, signage and site compliance.
A council member representing the district moved for approval, saying the annexation will increase conformity in the area and offered optimism about potential redevelopment plans. The motion passed unanimously on first reading.
Staff noted the site plan shown to the council is conceptual and that the applicant plans two commercial pads up front, with potential repurposing of a larger rear building. Future site plans will be reviewed for compliance as they are submitted.
