Euhaw Overlay District

Summary of Proposed Updates:

• Article 5:  Zoning District Regulations (New zoning districts)
• Rural Preservation 10 (RP-10)
• Village Commercial (VC)
• Euhaw Overlay District (EOD)
• Article 6: Update of Uses and Development Regulations
• Primarily addresses new zoning districts – RP-10 and VC
• Minor updates in R and RC
• Article 11 – Conditional Use standards added
• Article 7: Primary Districts
• Development standards
• Riparian buffers
• Village Commercial Standards
• Article 8: Special Purpose Districts – Standards for the Euhaw Overlay District
• Article 11: Conditional Use Review and Regulations
• Article 15: Sign Standards
• Article 22: Rural Small Lot Subdivision Standards

Why is the county making changes to the zoning ordinance?

The proposed changes are based on feedback from the community and the desire to maintain the rural character of Jasper County, protect water quality in the Broad River and its tributaries, and balance development with conservation of natural and cultural resources.

Will the zoning of my property change?

View the interactive map to see if any changes are proposed for your property. The Euhaw Overlay District will include all properties within the shaded area (click on “Overview” at the bottom of the map).

What is an overlay district?

An overlay district is a zoning district that “sits on top of” the base zoning district and includes requirements specific to the geographic area included in the overlay district.

Where can I read the current ordinance?

                The current zoning ordinance is available here.

How can I learn more about the proposed changes?

All members of the community are encouraged to attend the Informational Open House on Thursday, August 22, 2024, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m., at the Port Royal Sound Foundation Maritime Center, 310 Okatie Highway to learn about the proposed changes and talk with County staff.

How can I share my feedback with the county?

The Jasper County Council will hold a public hearing on Thursday, September 21, at 5 p.m. at the Port Royal Sound Foundation Maritime Center, 310 Okatie Highway. All members of the community are invited to attend.

You may also send an email to planningcomments@jaspercountysc.gov.

I live in Hardeeville or Ridgeland. Will this affect me?

No, the Jasper County Zoning Ordinance only applies to properties in the unincorporated areas of the county.