Goose Creek Planning Commission Meeting - May 5, 2026: Zoning Text Amendment Approved and Plat Updates
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Goose Creek Planning Commission Meeting - May 5, 2026
On Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM, the Goose Creek Planning Commission met at Municipal Court, 519 N Goose Creek Boulevard. Chairperson Judie Edwards presided with Vice Chair Heather Byrd, and Commissioners Lisa Burdick, Gena Glaze, Anthony Jenkins, Josh Lilly, and Nick Matthews present. The meeting included approval of the agenda and prior minutes, a zoning text amendment to repeal and replace the city's unified development ordinance, informational plat approvals, and a commissioner's commendation of the new splash pad.
Consent Calendar
- Approval of Agenda: Unanimously approved on a motion by Josh Lilly, seconded by Gena Glaze.
- Approval of Minutes (February 3, 2026): Unanimously approved on a motion by Anthony Jenkins, seconded by Gena Glaze.
New Business: Zoning Text Amendment – Unified Development Ordinance
Staff presented a proposal to repeal Title XV (Land Usage), Chapter 151 (Zoning), and Chapter 153 (Land Development Regulations) in their entirety and replace them with a new Chapter 151 titled “Unified Development Ordinance.” The amendment aims to streamline regulations, improve clarity, and create a more business-friendly environment. Key changes include consolidating definitions (e.g., sign definitions now in one location) and rearranging chapters for easier navigation. A supplemental online “Design Manual” with images and diagrams will support the text.
Commissioner Lisa Burdick expressed concern that the 177-page document was provided only on Friday, May 1, 2026, leaving insufficient time for review. She noted the commission had not been consulted during drafting and requested more time for input. Staff clarified that the next step is a first reading before City Council on May 12, 2026, with two additional readings afterward, allowing for modifications if specific issues were identified. Commissioner Burdick did not offer an amendment.
A motion to approve the zoning text amendment was made by Anthony Jenkins and seconded. After discussion, the motion carried unanimously (all ayes, no nays).
Miscellaneous: Plat Approval (Informational)
Staff provided updates on recently approved plats, including Carn’s Crossroads Phase AA3 final plat, Central Green Phase One final plat, Phase 2A townhomes, and Mello Drive (part of the Central/Usual Flexible Review District). No vote was required.
General Public Comments
No members of the public spoke. However, a commissioner (unidentified) commended the new splash pad at McCann’s Park, noting its recent grand opening and ribbon-cutting about ten days prior, and encouraged others to visit.
Upcoming Meeting Notice
Chairperson Edwards reminded the commission of a public meeting for the five-year comprehensive plan update on Monday, May 18, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Fire Station One (Button Hall training room). Commissioners were encouraged to attend and provide feedback. Additionally, a mile celebration was noted at Carn’s Crossroads uptown until 7:00 PM that evening.
Key Outcomes
- Zoning Text Amendment: Approved unanimously by the Planning Commission, forwarding to City Council for first reading on May 12, 2026, with potential for further revisions based on commissioner input.
- No other votes were taken; plat approvals were for informational purposes only.
- The meeting adjourned on a motion (speaker not identified).
Meeting Transcript
Person Judy Edwards? Here. Vice Chairperson Heather Byrd. Lisa Burdick. Jenna Glaze. Here. Anthony Jenkins? Here. Josh Lilly. Here. Nick Matthews. Madam Chair, you have a quorum. Thank you. Approval of the agenda. We have a motion, please. I make a motion to approve the agenda. Thank you, Josh. Is there a second? Second. Any discussion? All in favor, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Motion carries. Next on the agenda approval of the minutes from I can't believe this February 3rd of 2026. Do we have a motion to approve the agenda? Thank you, Anthony. Is there a second? Second. Thank you, Gina. Any discussion? All in favor, please say aye. Aye. Pose? Motion carries. First item of new business. Zoning text amendment. Okay. Thank you, Madam Chair. Uh the proposal is to repeal title 16 land uses, Chapter 151 zoning, and chapter 153 land development regulations in their entirety and replace the new chapter 151 to be henceforward title unified development implements. As we've been going over changes to the zoning ordinance, um since y'all council reviewed and approved the comprehensive plan back in 2021, as everyone knows. So what we've done since that was passed in 2024, we brought this back to planning commissioning council last year for an update. We're here today for an additional update. Um the document that's been presented before you for review, it's a more streamlined document for increased efficiency and to help create a more business friendly approach. Uh since the venting ordinance was last updated, we have continued to listen to the feedback from the users, uh the developers that are doing projects, and from individuals, the community as well as residents to try to seek ways to make the document or process as simple and clear as possible. Uh this updated document will be will be supplemented online by even more user friendly document, which we will title the city of use previous regulations manual. That document will be comprised of images, diagrams, and other local information that does not exactly fit neatly into the text of a regular zoning awards or LPRs. This document is also included enhanced clarity for defined standards and more sensible information for development projects in the city. For example, uh right now our individual overly district designed standards live in separate documents. We're trying to create one uh unified where everybody can live for quick reference to make it as easy as possible for folks that want to business hearings.
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