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Residents Tell Council Growth Could Strain Schools, Roads and Utilities
Summary
Speakers at the June 11 hearing said rezoning and new housing could outpace local services. One resident cited unsold homes nearby and another warned of shortages of teachers, doctors, road repairs and utility capacity; staff said the county reviews school impacts and Santee Cooper is considering substation upgrades.
At the public hearing on Ordinance 06-26, residents questioned whether Loris has the infrastructure and services to handle additional housing.
Andrew Leide of 1114 Amanda Lane told the council he was concerned about new houses when several units at Meadow Walk remain unsold. Kaylen Leide, who also lives at 1114 Amanda Lane, said growth is creating pressure on public services, saying there are not enough teachers and doctors and that roads and utility providers need upgrades to keep pace. "Ms. Leide voiced her concerns about over population in Loris in general," the hearing record states.
Planning and Zoning Director Meredith Holmes told the council the county researches school capacity when developers request adding new homes. Holmes also said the electric provider Santee Cooper is evaluating substation upgrades in the area. No formal council action on service upgrades or school capacity was taken during the hearing; staff indicated these topics are part of standard review when development applications are filed.
The public hearing adjourned at 6:20 p.m. after a motion from Councilwoman Joan S. Gause, seconded by Councilwoman Andrea L. Coleman; all members present voted in favor.
