091922 Council Mtg Discussion Items with Attachments
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Administration Department
Interoffice Memorandum
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Jim Clifford, City Administrator
DATE: September 13, 2022
SUBJECT: Regular City Council Meeting of September 19, 2022
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
ITEM 5. PROCLAMATIONS:
Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week – September 11-19, 2022
Constitution Week – September 17-23, 2022
Stormwater Awareness Week – September 25 – October 1, 2022
Mayor Williams will read into the minutes for the record the Proclamations.
Please see ATTACHMENT #5 for the copies of the proclamations.
ITEM 6. CITY CODE: Ordinance No. 2022-13 – To Amend Section 2-36 - Regular Meeting Days of
the Code of Ordinances for the City of North Augusta to Provide for the Cancellation of the First
Meeting in April in the Event Such Meeting Comes During the Week of the Masters Golf Tournament;
Ordinance – Second Reading
An ordinance has been prepared for Council’s consideration on second reading to amend Section 2-36 -
Regular meeting days of the Code of Ordinances for the City of North Augusta to provide for the
cancellation of the first meeting in April in the event such meeting comes during the week of the Masters
Golf Tournament.
Please see ATTACHMENT #6 for a copy of the proposed ordinance.
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ITEM 7. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT: Ordinance No. 2022-15 – To Amend the Zoning Map of the
City of North Augusta, South Carolina by Rezoning ± .52 Acres of Land Owned by Hardy Land, LLC, Aiken
County Tax Parcels #005-19-06-006 from PD, Planned Development to R-5, Mixed Residential;
Ordinance – First Reading
An ordinance has been prepared for Council’s consideration on first reading to amend the zoning map of
the City of North Augusta, South Carolina by rezoning ± .52 acres of land owned by Hardy Land, LLC, Aiken
County tax parcels #005-19-06-006 from PD, planned development to R-5, mixed residential.
Please see ATTACHMENT #7 for a copy of the proposed ordinance.
ITEM 8. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT: Resolution No. 2022-39 – Accepting a Deed of Dedication
for the Streets, Sanitary Sewer, Stormwater Collection and Fire Suppression Systems, Detention Ponds
and Associated Easements and Rights of Way, Along With a Maintenance Guarantee and Letter of
Credit, for Bergen Place West Phase V
A resolution has been prepared for Council’s consideration to accept a Deed of Dedication for the streets,
sanitary sewer, stormwater collection and fire suppression systems, detention ponds and associated
easements and rights of way, along with a maintenance guarantee and letter of credit, for Bergen Place
West Phase V.
Please see ATTACHMENT #8 for a copy of the proposed resolution.
ITEM 9. ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS: Resolution No. 2022-40 – To Authorize Construction of
the Greeneway Extension – Woodstone to Mayfield Drive Project by City Forces and to Establish the
Construction Budget and Funding Source
A resolution has been prepared for Council’s consideration to authorize construction of the Greeneway
Extension – Woodstone to Mayfield Drive project by city forces and to establish the construction budget
and funding source.
Please see ATTACHMENT #8 for a copy of the proposed resolution.
ITEM 10. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Resolution No. 2022-41 – A Resolution to Provide a Local Match
for a Municipal Association of South Carolina Hometown Economic Development Grant
A resolution has been prepared for Council's consideration to approve submission of a grant application
to the Municipal Association of South Carolina, and to confirm matching local funds, to purchase new light
pole banners in and around downtown.
Please see ATTACHMENT #10 for a copy of the proposed resolution.
ITEM 11. PARKS, RECREATION AND TOURISM: Resolution No. 2022-42 – Authorizing the City of North
Augusta to Enter into a Professional Services Contract to Update the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
A resolution has been prepared for Council's consideration to approve awarding a professional services
contract to The LandPlan Group South for Parks and Recreation Master Plan development.
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Please see ATTACHMENT #11 for a copy of the proposed resolution.
ITEM 12. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT: Resolution No. 2022-43 – A Resolution Authorizing Funding
for Removal of City Bald Cyprus Trees Through the Use of Fiscal Year 2022 Funds
A resolution has been prepared for Council’s consideration authorizing the funding for removal of City
Bald Cyprus trees through the use of Fiscal Year 2022 funds.
Please see ATTACHMENT #12 for a copy of the proposed resolution.
ITEM 13. PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT: Resolution No. 2022-44 – Authorizing the City of North
Augusta to Enter into a Contract to Construct a Regional Materials Recovery Processing Building
A resolution has been prepared for Council's consideration to approve awarding a construction contract
to A-Lert Construction Services to construct a 12,500 square foot materials recovery processing building
that will be used for the processing and recovery of residential and commercial recyclable materials.
Please see ATTACHMENT #13 for a copy of the proposed resolution.
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, direct support professionals, including direct care workers, personal assistants,
personal attendants, in-home support workers, and paraprofessionals, are key to providing
publicly funded, long-term support and services for millions of individuals with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, direct support professionals arrive for work every day ready to do all they can to
ensure the health and safety of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism,
providing essential support that ensures all individuals are included as a valued part of their
community, supported at home, at work, and in their communities, and empowered to live with
dignity that all people deserve: and
WHEREAS, direct support professionals ensure that individuals with disabilities thrive through
connections to their families, friends, and communities, thereby avoiding more costly institutional
care; and
WHEREAS, providing a broad range of individualized supports, from navigating the routines of
daily home life, job training, financial matters, medical appointments, and personal interest to
providing transportation o school, work, religious, and recreational activities and keeping people
with disabilities safe and healthy during the pandemic and volunteering to quarantine with
individuals served to reduce transmission of the virus direct support professional must build close,
respectful, and trusting relationships with the people they serve to empower them to fully
participate in their communities; and
WHEREAS, increased awareness and recognition of direct support professionals can help
alleviate the critical and growing shortage of these important healthcare workers in the Palmetto
State.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Briton S. Williams, Mayor of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina,
do hereby proclaim September 11 - 19, 2022, as
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS RECOGNITION WEEK
in the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, and urge all our citizens to honor our direct support
professionals for their dedication and contributions that enhance the lives of individuals of all
ages with disabilities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of North
Augusta, South Carolina, to be affixed this 19th day of September, 2022.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
City of North Augusta
ATTACHMENT #5 Page 1 of 3
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, our Founding Fathers, including South Carolinians, Pierce Butler, Charles
Pinckney, John Rutledge, and Charles Cotesworth Pinckney, risked their fortunes, and some even
their lives, to secure the blessings of liberty for themselves and their posterity, did ordain and
establish a Constitution for the United States of America; and
WHEREAS, September 17, 2022, marks the two hundred and thirty-five anniversary of the
drafting of the Constitution of the United States by the Constitutional Convention; and
WHEREAS, the anniversary of the signing of the Constitution provides an historic opportunity
for all Americans to learn about and recall the achievements of our Founders, and to reflect on
the rights and privileges of citizenship as well as its attendant responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, the independence guaranteed to the American people by the Constitution should be
celebrated by appropriate ceremonies and activities during Constitution Week, September 17
through 23, 2022, as designated by proclamation of the President of the United States of America
in accordance with Public Law 915.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Briton S. Williams, Mayor of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina,
do hereby proclaim September 17 - 23, 2022, as
CONSTITUTION WEEK
in the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, and urge all our citizens to reflect during that week
on the many benefits of our Federal Constitution and the privileges and responsibilities of
American citizenship.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of North
Augusta, South Carolina, to be affixed this 19th day of September, 2022.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
City of North Augusta
ATTACHMENT #5 Page 2 of 3
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, polluted water released into our local creeks, streams, reservoirs, and rivers can cause harm
to human health and wildlife, contaminate our drinking water sources, and threaten the ability to take part
in recreational water activities; and
WHEREAS, population growth, residential and commercial development, and the resulting changes to the
natural drainage and hydrology of the land will only deepen our concern for stormwater quantity and
quality in the City of North Augusta; and
WHEREAS, the most common source of pollution to our water resources is stormwater runoff that includes
yard waste, pet waste, vehicle fluids, trash, and sediment; and
WHEREAS, these impacts cannot be entirely avoided, or eliminated, but can be reduced with the use of
education, outreach, and change in everyday pollution prevention practices; and
WHEREAS, our Stormwater Management Department is equipped to aid in the development and
implementation of effective education and outreach programs in connection with other municipalities and
organizations within the CSRA, that will meet state and federal stormwater pollution control requirements;
and
WHEREAS, this need arises from regulatory requirements, but also from the local community members,
residents of our City, and local stakeholders and decision makers that will benefit from a greater awareness
of the cumulative impacts our decisions make at home, at work, at school, and through local policy, effect
the water quality of the Savannah River and our local water resources; and
WHEREAS, the year 2022 marks the 1st annual Stormwater Awareness Week sponsored in the City of North
Augusta.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Briton S. Williams, Mayor of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, do hereby
proclaim the week September 25 - October 1, 2022, as
Stormwater Awareness Week
in the City of North Augusta and I urge all citizens to pay tribute to water resources and to recognize the
impact we can have to protect and preserve the water quality our creeks, streams, reservoirs, and rivers
and the quality of life water brings to our city.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of North Augusta,
South Carolina, to be affixed this 19th day of September, 2022.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
City of North Augusta
ATTACHMENT #5 Page 3 of 3
ORDINANCE NO. 2022 -13
TO AMEND SECTION 2-36 REGULAR MEETING DAYS, OF THE CODE
OF ORDINANCES FOR THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA TO PROVIDE
FOR THE CANCELLATION OF THE FIRST MEETING IN APRIL IN THE
EVENT SUCH MEETING COMES DURING THE WEEK OF THE
MASTERS GOLF TOURNAMENT
WHEREAS, Section 5-7-250 (a) of the Code of Laws of the State of South
Carolina provides that: “the Council, after public notice, shall meet regularly at least once in every
month at such times and places as the Council may prescribe; and,
WHEREAS, Section 2-36 of the Municipal Code for the City requires that the
Council meet regularly twice each month for the transaction of business but does provide for the
cancelation of a meeting in the event that the regular scheduled meeting day falls on a holiday; and,
WHEREAS, Council has determined that historically a Council meeting in
April that coincides with Masters week is generally a very low attended meeting and many times
creates substantial conflicts for Council members; and,
WHEREAS, Council has determined that it would be reasonable to include the
cancellation of the regularly scheduled meeting if it occurs during Masters week;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and City Council of
the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, in meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof,
that:
A.That Section 2-36 of the Municipal Code is hereby deleted in its entirety and
replaced with the following, so that when amended said section would read
as follows:
Section 2-36 regular meeting days/exceptions – the Council shall meet
regularly twice each month, for the transaction of business. The first regular
meeting shall be held on the first Monday of month. The second regular
meeting in each month shall be held two weeks after the first regular meeting
in that month. Provided however, that when any such first or third Monday
of a month is a holiday recognized by the City or if the meeting day is during
the week of the Masters Golf Tournament, that such regularly scheduled
meeting shall not be held.
B.All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith or, to the extent
of such conflict, hereby repealed.
C.This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its adoption on
second and final reading.
ATTACHMENT #6 Page 1 of 2
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS _____
DAY OF ___________, 2022.
First Reading:
Second Reading: BRITON S. WILLIAMS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JAMIE PAUL, CITY CLERK
ATTACHMENT #6 Page 2 of 2
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-15
TO AMEND THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA,
SOUTH CAROLINA BY REZONING ± .52 ACRES OF LAND
OWNED BY HARDY LAND, LLC, AIKEN COUNTY TAX PARCELS #005-19-06-006
FROM PD, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT TO R-5, MIXED RESIDENTIAL
WHEREAS, on December 17, 2007, by Ordinance 2007-22, the North Augusta
City Council adopted the North Augusta Development Code and a citywide Zoning Map which
is consistent with the City’s North Augusta 2017 Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the property owner, of parcel 005-19-06-006, Hardy Land, LLC,
has requested the property be rezoned from PD, Planned Development, to R-5, Residential
Mixed Use; and
WHEREAS, the North Augusta Planning Commission, following an August 17,
2022 public hearing, reviewed and considered a request by Hardy Land, LLC to amend the
Official Zoning Map of North Augusta from PD, Planned Development, to R-5, Mixed
Residential for an approximately ±.52-acre parcel consisting of tax parcel 005-19-06-006 and
has issued their recommendation. The staff reports and the recommendation of the Planning
Commission have been provided to City Council.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, IN MEETING
DULY ASSEMBLED AND BY THE AUTHORITY THEREOF, THAT:
I.A parcel consisting of +.52 acres owned by Hardy Land, LLC, is hereby rezoned
from PD, Planned Development, to R-5, Mixed Residential. Said property is Aiken
County tax map parcels 005-19-06-006 and specifically identified as Exhibit “A”
attached hereto.
II The Official Zoning Map for the City of North Augusta is hereby amended to reflect
this rezoning.
III.All ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of such
conflict, hereby repealed.
IV.This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its adoption on second and
final reading.
ATTACHMENT #7 Page 1 of 22
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ______
DAY OF __________________, 2022.
First Reading
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
Second Reading
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
ATTACHMENT #7 Page 2 of 22
Department of Planning
and Development
Project Staff Report
RZM22-003 West Five Notch Apartments
Prepared by: La’Stacia Reese
Meeting Date: August 17, 2022
SECTION 1: PROJECT SUMMARY
Project Name West Five Notch Apartments
Applicant Glynn Bruker
Address/Location 322 W Five Notch Rd
Parcel Numbers 005-19-06-006
Existing Zoning PD, Planned Development
Overlay N/A
Traffic Impact Tier 2
Proposed Use Residential
Proposed Zoning R-5 Mixed Residential
Future Land Use Mixed Use
SECTION 2: PLANNING COMMISSION CONSIDERATION
Section 5.3 of the North Augusta Development Code (NADC) provides uniform procedures for
processing changes to the Official Zoning Map.
The Planning Commission must use the criteria established in NADC Section 5.3.6 to evaluate
each application. These criteria are further analyzed in Section 6 of this report, but are as
follows per NADC Section 5.3.6.1-10:
1. The size of the tract(s) in question.
2. Whether the proposal conforms with and furthers the goals of the Comprehensive Plan,
other adopted plans, and the goals, objectives, and policies of this Chapter. Specifically, the
Planning Commission shall consider the goals stated in §1.2.
3. The relationship of the uses envisioned under the new zoning and the uses currently
present in adjacent tracts. In particular, the Planning Commission shall consider whether:
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Project Staff Report
RZM22-003 West Five Notch Apartments
Prepared by: La’Stacia Reese
Meeting Date: August 17, 2022
Page 2 of 8
a. The proposed rezoning is compatible with the surrounding area;
b. There will be any adverse effects on the capacity or safety of the portion of street
network influenced by the rezoning;
c. There will be any adverse effects on existing or planned public utility services in the
area;
d. Parking problems; or
e. Environmental impacts that the new use will generate such as excessive storm water
runoff, water, air, or noise pollution, excessive nighttime lighting or other nuisances.
4. Any recent change of character in the area due to installation of public facilities, other zone
changes, new growth trends, deterioration and development.
5. The zoning districts and existing land uses of the surrounding properties.
6. Whether the subject property is suitable for the uses to which it has been restricted under
the existing zoning classification.
7. Whether the rezoning is compatible with the adjacent neighborhood, especially residential
neighborhood stability and character.
8. The length of time the subject property has remained vacant as zoned, if applicable.
9. Whether there is an adequate supply of land available in the subject area and the
surrounding community to accommodate the zoning and community needs including, but
not limited to, affordable housing and economic development.
10. Whether the existing zoning was in error at the time of adoption.
As referenced in item (2) above, NADC Section 1.2.1 states the following:
1.2.1 Comprehensive Development Code
The Development Code as established in this Chapter has been made in accordance with a
comprehensive plan for the purpose of promoting health, safety, and the general welfare of the
community. It is intended to consolidate in one place and in logical order, without unnecessary
duplication, the city’s regulations pertaining to land use and development. It is designed to
make it possible for all of those concerned with land use and development to have access to all
relevant city legislation in one convenient Chapter that is capable of being published and
distributed as a separate and comprehensive segment of the Code of Ordinances, City of North
Augusta, South Carolina, hereinafter referred to as the City Code, as a whole. The specific
objectives of this Chapter are:
1.2.1.1 To protect the health, safety and general welfare; and
1.2.1.2 To promote new development forms that complete neighborhoods that:
a. Are designed at a human scale by controlling massing and design that respects the
architectural vernacular of North Augusta;
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Project Staff Report
RZM22-003 West Five Notch Apartments
Prepared by: La’Stacia Reese
Meeting Date: August 17, 2022
Page 3 of 8
b. Foster communication among neighbors and connectivity to the larger community by
allowing compact development patterns, interconnected street systems, short blocks;
c. Include or reinforce central places, such as North Augusta’s traditional downtown and
neighborhood commercial centers, civic gathering places, and open space;
d. Encourage walking and biking by the layout of blocks and streets;
e. Accommodate vehicular travel without allowing parking lots and streets to dominate
the built environment;
f. Provide a mix of housing types, including housing affordable to all households and
housing arrangements that foster neighborliness;
g. Provide a variety of spaces, including outdoor and passive outdoor uses, which become
part of the public realm;
h. Design streets as outdoor rooms, with attention to pedestrian and bicyclist safety as
well as to the safety of motorists;
i. Includes neighborhood design that responds to the natural, cultural and historic
context;
j. Are the result of a planning process that is inclusive and involves opportunities for
negotiation between the designer and the City.
1.2.2 Zoning Regulations
The zoning and land use regulations set forth in Articles 2, 3 and 4 are designed to promote the
public health, safety, and general welfare and to protect and preserve places and areas of
historical, cultural, or architectural importance and significance.
Planning Commission Action Requested:
The Planning Commission may recommend approval or denial of this request according to
NADC § 5.1.3. The Planning Commission’s recommendation is then forwarded to the City
Council for their consideration per NADC § 5.3.5.3.
SECTION 3: PUBLIC NOTICE
Per NADC Table 5-1, a notice of the rezoning request and scheduled date of the Planning
Commission public hearing was mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the subject
property on August 1, 2022. The property was posted with the required public notice on July
29, 2022. A public notice of the rezoning request and scheduled date of the Planning
Commission public hearing was published in The North Augusta Star and on the City’s website
at www.northaugustasc.gov on August 3, 2022.
ATTACHMENT #7 Page 5 of 22
Project Staff Report
RZM22-003 West Five Notch Apartments
Prepared by: La’Stacia Reese
Meeting Date: August 17, 2022
Page 4 of 8
SECTION 4: SITE HISTORY
The subject parcel was annexed into the city of North Augusta by Ordinance 2000-17 in August
2000. The parcel was developed into an old car wash that has been vacated since 2019.
SECTION 5: EXISTING SITE CONDITIONS
Existing Land Use Future Land Use Zoning
Subject
Parcel
Commercial Retail Residential Single
Family
PD, Planned Development
North Commercial Retail Residential Single
Family
GC, General Commercial
South Commercial Retail Residential Single
Family
R-5, Mixed Residential
East Residential Single Family Residential Single
Family
R-10, Medium Lot, Single
Family Residential
West Open Space Preservation Open Space
Preservation
R-14, Large Lot, Single Family
Residential
Access – The property currently has access from W Five Notch Rd and is bound by Mixed
Residential property to the south and a convenience store with gasoline sales to the north.
Topography – The highest elevations are located at the Northeast portion of the site and slope
down towards West Five Notch Rd.
Utilities – Water and wastewater lines are available along W Five Notch Rd.
Floodplain – The parcel is located in an area of minimal flood hazard and not within a federally
regulated floodplain.
Drainage Basin – The property is located within the Pole Branch Basin. The basin is one of the
city’s largest basin, located primarily located in the heart of the City, bordering the Fox Creek
Basin. Pole Branch Basin is classified as a higher density developed basin.
SECTION 6: STAFF EVALUATION AND ANALYSIS
Staff provides the following information for context related to the Commission’s deliberation.
Descriptions and commentary added by staff will be italicized.
ATTACHMENT #7 Page 6 of 22
Project Staff Report
RZM22-003 West Five Notch Apartments
Prepared by: La’Stacia Reese
Meeting Date: August 17, 2022
Page 5 of 8
1. The size of the tract in question (§5.3.6.1).
The total acreage of the requested rezoning is approximately 0.45 acres.
2. Whether the proposal conforms with and furthers the goals of the Comprehensive
Plan, other adopted plans, and the goals, objectives, and policies of the Development
Code, §1.2 (§5.3.6.2).
The Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map shows this parcel as Residential Single
Family. The predominant land use in this category will continue to be single family
detached and attached subdivisions. However, it may include small amounts of
neighborhood commercial. Specific zoning districts will regulate the range. A
development project in this classification could be designed in a different form and
clustered in one area with a higher net density but the same overall gross density to
avoid steep slopes or protect environmentally sensitive areas. Buffers between the
clustered project and conventional single-family subdivisions would be required. A
planned development or a traditional neighborhood development could also be
developed in this classification provided the gross density and other general standards
were not exceeded. Within the land use classification, zoning districts with similar
zoning standards may be located adjacent to each other. Staff feels the R-5 Mixed
Residential zoning district requested matches this definition and complements adjacent
uses located along West Five Notch Rd, including another parcel zoned R-5 to the South
of the subject property.
3. The relationship of the uses envisioned under the new zoning and the uses currently
present in adjacent tracts. In particular, the Planning Commission shall consider
whether as stated in NADC §5.3.6.3.
a. The proposed rezoning is compatible with the surrounding area;
The adjacent parcel to the south was recently rezoned to R-5 from Planned
Development. The property is located to the north of the Green Forest Commons
subdivision on West Five Notch Rd. There is a commercial development to the
north of the subject property and residential developments to the south, east,
and west of the site. Staff feels the R-5 zoning district requested is compatible
with the R-5 zoning of Green Forest Commons adjacent to the subject property.
There will be any adverse effects on the capacity or safety of the portion of
street network influenced by the rezoning;
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Project Staff Report
RZM22-003 West Five Notch Apartments
Prepared by: La’Stacia Reese
Meeting Date: August 17, 2022
Page 6 of 8
The low density will not have an adverse effect on traffic. The developer states
that there will be less than 25 Trips Per Day entering or exiting the property.
b. There will be any adverse effects on existing or planned public utility services
in the area;
Any infrastructure improvements must be provided by the developer. A
determination of the adequacy and availability of potable water and sanitary
sewer will be analyzed by the City Engineer at the time of major subdivision
preliminary plat approval. This application may be approved subject to the
deferral of development until all public facilities are deemed available and
adequate. Staff does not anticipate any issues with the provision of utilities.
c. Parking problems; or
Parking will be required to meet City standards at the time of site plan approval.
Any waivers or variances must be addressed by the Planning Commission or
Board of Zoning Appeals, as applicable.
d. Environmental impacts that the new use will generate such as excessive storm
water runoff, water, air, or noise pollution, excessive nighttime lighting or
other nuisances.
Stormwater will be required to meet City and SCDHEC standards at the time of
site plan approval. Lighting must meet the commercial requirements for
screening and maximum lumens prescribed in Article 7 at the time of site plan
approval. Any waivers or variances to the code must be addressed by the
Planning Commission or Board of Zoning Appeals, as applicable.
4. Any recent change of character in the area due to installation of public facilities, other
zone changes, new growth trends, deterioration and development (§5.3.6.4).
The property to the north of the subject parcel was annexed in the city in 2018 and
zoned GC, General Commercial, for gasoline sales. W Five Notch Rd is currently a
predominately residential corridor, with growth from future development.
5. The zoning districts and existing land uses of the surrounding properties (§5.3.6.5).
The surrounding properties are primarily residential, with R-5, R-7, R-10, and R-14 zoning
districts and one commercial property adjacent to the subject property, zoned GC. The
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Project Staff Report
RZM22-003 West Five Notch Apartments
Prepared by: La’Stacia Reese
Meeting Date: August 17, 2022
Page 7 of 8
subject property is zoned PD, Planned Development without any governing General
Development Plan. The Future Land Use Map designates the area as Residential Single
Family. Property to the North has been developed as a convenience store with gasoline
sales. The other surrounding properties are residential.
6. Whether the subject property is suitable for the uses to which it has been restricted
under the existing zoning classification (§5.3.6.6).
The current zoning classification of PD, Planned Development requires a Planned
Development General Development Plan to be adopted by City Council. When the
property was zoned PD, no such document was produced to guide development on site.
7. Whether the rezoning is compatible with the adjacent neighborhood, especially
residential neighborhood stability and character (§5.3.6.7).
There are currently numerous housing types and one commercial use along W Five Notch
Rd. The proposed rezoning from PD to R-5 would be compatible with existing residential
zoning adjacent to and along W Five Notch Rd.
8. The length of time the subject property has remained vacant as zoned, if applicable
(§5.3.6.8).
The current site has been vacant since 2019 and has been zoned PD, Planned
Development since the adoption of the Official Zoning Map with the 2008 North Augusta
Development Code.
9. Whether there is an adequate supply of land available in the subject area and the
surrounding community to accommodate the zoning and community needs including,
but not limited to, affordable housing and economic development (§5.3.6.9).
The change in zoning from PD to R-5 will diversify the available land for market-driven
uses.
10. Whether the existing zoning was in error at the time of adoption (§5.3.6.10).
Prior to the adoption of the 2008 North Augusta Development Code, the property was
zoned PD on the Official Zoning Map. There does not appear to have been in error at
adoption.
SECTION 7: RECOMMENDATION
ATTACHMENT #7 Page 9 of 22
Project Staff Report
RZM22-003 West Five Notch Apartments
Prepared by: La’Stacia Reese
Meeting Date: August 17, 2022
Page 8 of 8
The Department has determined the application is complete. The approval of a zoning map or text
amendment does not authorize any development activity.
The Planning Commission may recommend approval or denial of this request according to
NADC § 5.1.3.
SECTION 8: ATTACHMENTS
1. Aerial
2. Topography
3. Current Zoning
4. Proposed Zoning
5. Future Land Use
6. Public Hearing Notice
7. Application Documents
cc Glynn Bruker, via email
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City of North Augusta, South Carolina Planning Commission
Public Hearing Notice The North Augusta Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, in the Council Chambers located on the 3rd floor of the North Augusta Municipal Center, 100 Georgia Avenue, to receive public input on the following application:
RZM22-003– A request by Glynn Bruker to rezone approximately 0.52 acres located along West Five Notch Road, TPN 005-19-06-006 from PD, Planned Development to R-5, Mixed Residential.
RWN22-002 – A request by the City of North Augusta to give the name Compassion to a portion of right of way currently referred to as the Frontage Road adjacent to I-20 at Exit 1 and West Martintown Road. Documents related to the application will be available for public inspection after August 11, 2022 in the office of the Department of Planning and Development on the 2nd floor of the Municipal Center, 100 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, South Carolina and online at www.northaugustasc.gov. All members of the public interested in expressing a view on this case are encouraged to attend or provide written comments to planning@northaugustasc.gov.
CITIZEN ASSISTANCE: Individuals needing special assistance or a sign interpreter to participate in the meeting are asked to please notify the Department of Planning and Development at 803-441-4221 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Due to COVID-19, please visit www.northaugustasc.gov for any updates to
meeting format, location or procedures prior to the meeting.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-39
ACCEPTING A DEED OF DEDICATION FOR THE STREETS,
SANITARY SEWER, STORMWATER COLLECTION AND FIRE SUPPRESSION
SYSTEMS, DETENTION PONDS AND ASSOCIATED EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS OF
WAY, ALONG WITH A MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE AND LETTER OF CREDIT,
FOR BERGEN PLACE WEST PHASE V
WHEREAS, Beazley Development Co., Inc. developed the Bergen Place West Phase V
subdivision according to the requirements of the North Augusta Planning Commission and the
City, and owns the streets, utilities and easements; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to §5.8.4.3 of the North Augusta Development Code, the Director of
Planning and Development and the City Engineer approved the final subdivision plat for
recording on August 17, 2021; and
WHEREAS, it is the policy of the City that, upon approval of a final subdivision plat, the City
will, following inspection by the City's Engineering department, accept a deed of dedication
for the streets, utilities, etc. for the purpose of ownership and maintenance when said deed is
accompanied by a maintenance guarantee; and
WHEREAS, a maintenance guarantee and supporting letter of credit accompany the deed; and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has made final inspection of the subject improvements and
these improvements meet City standards.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Council of the City of
North Augusta, South Carolina, in meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof, do
hereby accept a deed of dedication for:
All those strips or parcels of land, and appurtenances to said premises belonging or in anywise
appertaining therewith, situate, lying and being in Aiken County, South Carolina, in Bergen
Place West Subdivision, Phase V, being 50’ Rights of Way known as Bonhill Street and
Lynbrook Court as more particularly shown and described on that certain plat of survey
prepared by Southern Partners, Inc. for Beazley Development Co., Inc., dated July 7, 2021,
and recorded in Plat Book 63, Page 357, in the Office of the RMC of Aiken County, South
Carolina. Reference is hereby made to said Plat for a complete and accurate description of
said property hereby conveyed.
ALSO, All and singular, those certain water distribution and sewage collection systems,
including but not limited to all pipes, mains, manholes, valves, meters and other
improvements and appurtenances in any way connected therewith, excluding service lanes
from the lot lines to the improvements located thereon developed or extending within the lot
lines of undeveloped lots situate, lying and being in Aiken County, South Carolina, in Bergen
Place West Subdivision, Phase III, being more fully shown and designated on the “Storm
Sewer As Built” and “Sanitary Sewer As Built” prepared by Southern Partners, Inc. for
Beazley Development Co., Inc.
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ALSO, all water and sanitary sewer easements and appurtenances to said premises belonging
or appertaining, as shown on the above referenced plats.
This being a portion of the same property conveyed to Beazley Development Co., Inc. by
deed of Metro Homesites, LLC, on May 23, 2005, and being recorded in the Office of the
RMC in Aiken County, South Carolina, Book 4012, Page 1662, and also being recorded in
the Office of the Clerk of Court in Edgefield County, South Carolina, in Book 1002, page 90.
Tax Map and Parcel: a portion of 001-12-03-001 (Aiken County) and
a portion of 106-10-00-001 (Edgefield County)
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a Maintenance Guarantee and Irrevocable Letter of
Credit in the amount of $90,000 are hereby accepted.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ________ DAY OF
SEPTEMBER, 2022.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-40
TO AUTHORIZE CONSTRUCTION OF THE GREENEWAY EXTENSION –
WOODSTONE TO MAYFIELD DRIVE PROJECT BY CITY FORCES AND TO
ESTABLISH THE CONSTRUCTION BUDGET AND FUNDING SOURCE
WHEREAS, In May of 2020, the City applied for, and was awarded a Transportation
Alternatives Program (TAP) grant from the South Carolina Department of Transportation
(SCDOT) for the construction of an extension of the Greeneway from Woodstone Subdivision
to Mayfield Drive; and
WHEREAS, the grant amount was $77,852.16, based on an estimated project cost of
$97,315.20; and
WHEREAS, the City executed a Participation Agreement with the SCDOT on May
3, 2021; and
WHEREAS, after advertising in accordance with SCDOT requirements, construction
bids were received and opened on July 7, 2022; and
WHEREAS, only one bid was received in the amount of $241,748.30; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Engineering & Public Works estimates that the project
can be constructed utilizing City forces for approximately $55,000.00.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City
of North Augusta, South Carolina, in meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof that,
utilization of City forces and resources to construct the Greeneway extension is in the best
interest of the City.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that funding for construction and other related
project expenses shall be from the Capital Projects Sales Tax III Fund in an amount not to
exceed $75,000.00, to include project expenses to date and construction contingencies.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE City Administrator is authorized to
request termination of the SCDOT Participation Agreement.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ______ DAY OF
SEPTEMBER, 2022.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-41 A RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE A LOCAL MATCH FOR A MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION
OF SOUTH CAROLINA HOMETOWN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GRANT
WHEREAS, the Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC), offers Hometown Economic Development Grants to South Carolina cities and towns to
implement economic development projects; and
WHEREAS, grant projects shall make a positive impact on the quality of life for community residents; and
WHEREAS, the City of North Augusta seeks to request funding for new light pole banners to be hung in and around downtown North Augusta; and
WHEREAS, receipt of this grant would benefit the City, downtown businesses,
residents and visitors.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, in meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof, that:
1.Staff shall submit a grant application for $25,000 for a Hometown EconomicDevelopment Grant on or before September 30, 2022.2.The Mayor and Council of North Augusta commit to provide a local cash/in-
kind match of $3,750, which equals the minimum 15% match required by theMunicipal Association of South Carolina, from the City’s Capital ProjectsFund.3.Grant and matching funds shall be used for purchasing new light pole banners.
4.The North Augusta procurement policy will be followed when securing allservices and products with funds awarded from a Hometown EconomicDevelopment Grant.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ______ DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2022.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-42 AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA TO ENTER INTO A
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO UPDATE THE PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN
WHEREAS, the City of North Augusta desires to update its Parks and Recreation
Master Plan, which was adopted in 2003; and
WHEREAS, a Request for Proposals seeking a firm to prepare a new master plan was issued on June 14, 2022 and proposals were due by July 27, 2022; and
WHEREAS, five (5) proposals were received, reviewed and ranked by a review committee and the top two (2) ranked firms were interviewed; and
WHEREAS, after much consideration, The LandPlan Group South has been
selected prepare an updated Parks and Recreation Master Plan; and
WHEREAS, in Fiscal Year 2021, the City budgeted $100,000 in the Capital Projects Fund to update the master plan, which remains available to to date; and
WHEREAS, the City requested a $25,000 PARD grant from the State of South Carolina to reduce the City’s cost of the plan update by 25%; and
WHEREAS, the City has recently been advised that it was awarded $22,000.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, in meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof, that:
1.The professional services contract to update the Parks and Recreation MasterPlan be awarded to The LandPlan Group South and the City Administrator isauthorized to execute such documents as necessary to enter into the contract.2.Project costs shall not exceed $100,000 to be paid from the Capital Projects
Fund.3.When the $22,000 grant funds are received, they shall be paid into the CapitalProjects fund to reimburse funds expended.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ______ DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2022.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-43
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FUNDING FOR REMOVAL OF CITY
BALD CYPRUS TREES THROUGH THE USE OF FISCAL YEAR 2022 FUNDS
WHEREAS, The City is in receipt of formal and informal citizen complaints about bald
cyprus tree root invasions into their yards, causing concerns about potential structural damage to
structures on their property in the Hammond’s Ferry neighborhood.
WHEREAS, City staff conducted on-site assessments of trees and their growth patterns,
and witnessed the problems described by the residents.
WHEREAS, City personnel recommend the removal of up to 54 trees in the Hammond’s
Ferry neighborhood to preclude damage to citizen property.
WHEREAS, the City would enter into a contract service for the removal of up to 54 trees.
WHEREAS, the City will negotiate with the developer to determine which party is
responsible for the replacement of the removed trees, and with which type of tree.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of
North Augusta, South Carolina, in a meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof, that:
1.The City Administrator is hereby directed to take all steps necessary to implement a plan
for the immediate removal of up to 54 trees in the Hammond’s Ferry neighborhood.
2.The City’s plan will remove trees in front of residences only with the homeowner’s
consent.
3.Expenditures not to exceed $20,000 of Fiscal Year 2022 General Funds from the
Administration Contingency Fund are approved for the purpose of removing trees from
City property in the Hammond’s Ferry District.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS _______ DAY OF SEPTEMBER,
2022.
Britton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-44
AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT TO CONSTRUCT A REGIONAL MATERIALS
RECOVERY PROCESSING BUILDING
WHEREAS, the City has determined that it is in the City's best interest to
construct a 12,500 square foot materials recovery processing building that will be
used for the processing and recovery of residential and commercial recyclable
materials; and
WHEREAS, the City in accordance with its procurement code, sought bids
for such project; and
WHEREAS, the lowest complying bid received for the work identified was
by
A-Lert Construction Services, a division of Centurion Industries, Inc., with a total
bid of $459,166.00; and
WHEREAS, the City in following established practices, has added a 10%
contingency for this project, such contingency being in the amount of $45,916.60;
and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council has determined that it is in the best
interest of the City that the City move forward with such project by accepting the bid
of A-Lert Construction Services a division of Centurion Industries INC, Inc. and
establishing the contingency account as indicated.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Council of
the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, in meeting duly assembled and by the
authority thereof, that the City enter into a contractual arrangement with A-Lert
Construction Services to construct the facility as above described, with such specific
contractual documents to be reviewed by the City Attorney.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Administrator is hereby
authorized to take such steps as necessary to complete this contractual arrangement
to include the execution of the contract and any other related documents and the
establishment of the contingency amount as described; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the funds for such project will come from
the reserves in the Sanitation Services Fund, not to exceed $505,082.60.
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DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON
THIS ______DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2022.
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Briton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
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