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Council approves first readings for new Historic Camden zoning district and rezoning
Summary
Camden City Council unanimously approved first readings for two ordinances to create a Historic Camden Zoning District and to rezone property in Historic Camden; final adoption will require subsequent readings.
Camden City Council voted unanimously on June 2, 2026, to give first reading approval to two zoning ordinances intended to establish a new Historic Camden Zoning District and to allow rezoning of property located in Historic Camden.
Councilmember William Wilkes moved both ordinances on first reading; Councilmember Phil Elliott seconded the motions and the council approved both measures on unanimous votes. The items were introduced as Ordinance No. 2026‑012 (amending provisions to create a Historic Camden Zoning District) and Ordinance No. 2026‑013 (rezoning property located at Historic Camden). Both measures passed first reading only; further council action will be required for final adoption.
Council did not receive public comment on these items during the meeting. Council staff and members may return the ordinances for public hearings or second readings as required by the city’s zoning and ordinance procedures.
