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Commission approves plan change converting Oak Leaf villas to single‑family lots; no change in unit count
Summary
The Planning Commission approved a major plan change for Oak Leaf Meadows Section 1 to convert 10 villa lots to single‑family detached lots, with a commissioner recusing for conflict of interest; the developer said existing utilities and meter placement motivated the change.
The Berkeley County Planning Commission on June 1 approved a major plan change for Oak Leaf Meadows Section 1 converting 10 villa units to single‑family detached lots without increasing the number of lots.
Deputy Director Laura Hoffmaster described the proposed change for Lots 1–10 and 142–147 on about 2.11 acres. Applicant representative Steve Cvijanovich explained that the lots were originally prepared for a 'villa' product with connected garages and party walls, but that a prospective buyer (Ryan Homes) proposed a villa design with opposing garages that would place water meters and sewer cleanouts in locations Berkeley County Water and Sewer does not permit in paved areas. Cvijanovich said rerouting installed utilities would not be cost‑effective, so the developer proposed conventional single‑family lots instead. "There is no increase or decrease of lots. 10 villa lots will be 10 single family lots," Cvijanovich said.
Brandon Franklin recused due to a conflict of interest and left the room for the vote. After closing the public hearing, the Commission unanimously approved the major plan change.
Next steps: the approved plan change will be processed through the County’s normal plan review and permitting pathway.
