Council updates Rural Residential lot‑size standards where public water and sewer exist

Aug 4, 2026

Council adopted Bill No. 2026‑9 to revise minimum lot sizes in the Rural Residential (RR) district to allow smaller lots where public community water and sewer are available; the vote was 4–0 with Councilman Nichols absent.

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The Dorchester County Council on Aug. 4 adopted Bill No. 2026‑9 amending Chapter 155 (Zoning), specifically section 155.33 (Rural Residential District), to revise minimum lot size standards tied to the availability of public community water and sewer.

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