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MINUTES OF JUNE 5, 2023
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
Jenafer F. McCauley, Councilmember – Mayor Pro Tem
David B. Buck, Councilmember
Pat C. Carpenter, Councilmember
David W. McGhee, Councilmember
Eric H. Presnell, Councilmember
Kevin W. Toole, Councilmember
ORDER OF BUSINESS
The Public Power Hour was streamed for public viewing online at: “City of North Augusta – Public
Information” on www.Facebook.com and “City of North Augusta Public Information” on
www.YouTube.com.
PUBLIC POWER HOUR
The June 5, 2023 Public Power Hour began at 5:30pm Members present were Mayor Williams,
Councilmembers Buck, Carpenter, McCauley, McGhee, Presnell, and Toole.
Also, in attendance were Ricky Jones, Manager of Information Technology and Jamie Paul, City Clerk.
1. Pam Demyers spoke on a noise nuisance from a hospitality tend rented during Master Week and
provided pictures to Council. (See Attachment #1)
2. Tom Roberts, spoke on placing art of Mr. Tom Greene on the Greeneway in the display case.
3. Ross Douglas, spoke on development in North Augusta specifically on the rapid development,
traffic, noise, and property values.
The Public Power Hour concluded at 5:55 pm.
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REGULAR MEETING
The Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of North Augusta of June 5, 2023 having been duly
publicized was called to order by Mayor Williams at 6:00pm and also streamed online for public viewing
at “City of North Augusta – Public Information” on www.Facebook.com and on the City YouTube page:
“City of North Augusta Public Information”. Per Section 30-4-80, (e) notice of the meeting by email was
sent out to the current maintained “Agenda Mailout” list consisting of news media outlets and individuals
or companies requesting notification. Notice of the meeting was also posted on the outside doors of the
Municipal Center, the main bulletin board of the Municipal Center located on the first floor, and the City
of North Augusta website.
Mayor Williams rendered the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members present were Mayor Williams, Councilmembers Buck, Carpenter, McCauley, McGhee, Presnell,
and Toole.
Also, in attendance were James S. Clifford, City Administrator; Rachelle Moody, Assistant City
Administrator; Kelly F. Zier, City Attorney; Chief John Thomas, Public Safety; Lt. Verne Sadler, Public Safety;
Tommy Paradise, Director of Planning & Development; Ricky Jones, Manager of Information Technology,
and Jamie Paul, City Clerk.
ITEM 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The minutes of the City Council Meeting of May 15, 2023 and Study Session of May 24, 2023, were
approved as submitted by general consent.
ITEM 5. PROCLAMATIONS:
a. National Garden Week, June 4 – 10, 2023
b. Scoliosis Early Detection Awareness Month June, 2023
c. North Augusta High School Boys Golf Team 2023 Class 4A State Championship
Mayor Williams read the National Garden Week Proclamation for June 4-10, 2023 and presented to
Carolyn Dickson, President of the Garden Club. (See Attachment #5a)
Mayor Williams read the Scoliosis Early Detection Awareness Month June, 2023 Proclamation. (See
Attachment #5b)
Mayor Williams read the North Augusta High School Boys Golf Team 2023 Class 4A State Championship
Proclamation and presented to the entire Boys Golf Team and Coaches with their own proclamation. (See
Attachment #5c)
ITEM 6. PERSONNEL: Captain William Luckey, Retirement – Recognition of Services to the City of
North Augusta
Mayor Williams recognized Captain William Luckey. He stated Captain Luckey has 42 ½ years of dedicated
service to the Men and Women of the Public Safety Department and the City of North Augusta. His career
with the City began on December 8th 1980 as a patrol officer. In September of 1982 he met his wife Cindy
who was hired as a records clerk in Public Safety, they dated for 2 years before getting married in June of
1985. They have been married for 38 years this month. He was promoted up through the ranks of shift
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engineer, shift sergeant, shift Lieutenant and then in January 1991 was promoted to the position of
Captain of Patrol Operations and has served in that capacity for 32 ½ years. He is a graduate of 186th
Session of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy in Quantico, Virginia in September of
1996. In March 2010, Captain Luckey was given the responsibility to start, equip, and command the
Department’s SWAT team. During his employment, he has served six Mayors, five City Administrators,
and four Directors of Public Safety.
Mayor Williams congratulated Captain Luckey on his retirement.
NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 7. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT: Ordinance No. 2023-11 Amending Article 13, Signs, of the
North Augusta Development Code, Chapter 18 of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina Code of
Ordinances– First Reading
No public comment.
Planning and Development Director Paradise highlighted on the staff report from the April 19, 2023 and
stated that staff recommends approval. (See Attachment #7a)
It was moved by Councilmember McCauley, seconded by Councilmember Carpenter, to approve
Ordinance No. 2023-11 Amending Article 13, Signs, of the North Augusta Development Code, Chapter 18
of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina Code of Ordinances– First Reading. Unanimously Approved.
(See Attachment #7)
NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 8. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT: Ordinance No. 2023-12 to Approve the General Development
Plan for the 177.5+ Acre the Hive Planned Development on the East Side of West Martintown Road
between Knobcone Avenue and Interstate 20– First Reading
Administrator Clifford stated that the location of the development is at the southeast corner of Interstate
20 and Martintown Road and is bordered by Martintown Interstate 20 and Knobcone and would extend
all the way back behind the North Augusta High School. In addition, he highlighted on the Pinion Road
potential connection and the importance from a Public Safety view.
Planning and Development Director Paradise provided an overview of the developers requests for the
Hive Planned Development and public discussion on Pinion Road connection. (See Attachment #8a)
Discussion ensued relative to the Ordinance specifically that on page 2, section B. Development Program:
Parcel C & D should read Single-Family Detached. In addition, to change that the ordinance goes into
effect after the second reading not third reading.
Bobby Bagwell, an associate of Prather Company on behalf of Stanley Martin the developer for the Hive
highlighted on the project and provided to Council concept pictures of the look of the single-family homes
that include prices, elevations, and look. (See Attachment #8b)
Dillion Turner, PE, PTOE Traffic Engineer with Kimley Horn reviewed the Traffic Impact Analysis and stated
that the traffic impact analysis has been submitted to SCDOT and no comments have been received as of
this day. He reviewed over the study of connection and not connecting with Pinion Road. (See
Attachment #8c)
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Discussion ensued relating to the traffic impact analysis, traffic increases, traffic lights, and Pinion Road
potential connection.
Public Comments:
Jean Norris, Aiken County resident, stated that not one resident in Pineview Estates is for the Pinion Road
connection. She commented on the Pineview Estates Covenants and provided the Dedication of Property
to Restrictive Covenants for Pineview Estates Subdivision to Clerk Paul as well as her comments. (See
Attachment #8 Public Comment – Norris)
Lauree Hamilton, Aiken County resident, quoted from the covenant specifically on how the blocks may be
subdivided. She stated that she felt the sale was a violation as it violates the covenants and with that the
road connection should not occur either as a violation as well. She clarified that they are County residents
and not apart of the City of North Augusta. She noted that if Pinion Road was open it would be used as a
cut through road to the school. She commented on the traffic analysis and is concerned on connecting
Pinion Road.
Larry Beggs, Aiken County resident, he stated that he echoes the other comments and wanted to add that
with the increase of traffic there is no stoplight at West Five Notch Road and is already hard to cross when
exiting Pinion Road and with the increase of traffic he believes a traffic signal would be needed. He added
that there is no stop sign at the Greeneway which crosses at the border of their property on Pinion. He
stated he is concerned with the safety of pedestrians.
Jeff Wheeler, North Augusta resident, he suggested if Pinion Road does get connected to limit to
residential traffic versus commercial traffic. He spoke on tract A & B and requested that 2-story
townhomes of tract B be moved to tract A so the single-family homes would in his backyard versus the
2-story townhomes and the townhomes would be near the interstate. He added comments on the density
increases as well. He added that he would like Council to consider some type of barrier at minimum where
the townhomes would be built so there would be a sound buffer.
Pamela Stewart, North Augusta resident, asked if the traffic study look at the situation of Lodgepole Ave
in the mornings between 7:30am and 8:15am and also during the timeframe 3:30pm and 4:00pm of when
school is out. She stated how is the egress going to impact the traffic at Lodgepole.
Carolyn Rachels, Aiken County resident, commented on the peaceful area they live in and that the
Greeneway is a constant flow of people on bicycles, walkers, children, and pointed out that there is an
issue on Pisgah and they do not want the same issue on Pinion. She stated that people will use Pinion as
a cut through. In addition, she asked if they did a study on the student increase as there is only one High
School.
Paul McCarty, North Augusta resident, stated that where Pinion comes in there is about 700 feet and
would request a barrier for that area for him which is Section D. He requested some consideration of their
area as this will affect around 12 families.
Councilmember McGhee clarified with the developer that Discussion ensued with Council, developer, and
traffic engineer on Section D and that it was in the original planned development.
Attorney Zier pointed out that he cannot provide an opinion tonight on restrictive covenants in a
subdivision, however, if they are properly done and renewed and what is written will control. He pointed
out without review he cannot say if they do or not allow for sale. He added that if the restrictive covenants
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do not allow then that is a matter between the homeowners in the development with the covenants
against whoever has bought the piece property is being dealt with. He clarified that would be a private
action between individual landowners. He pointed out that if Council approved something they did not
agree with they would appeal with the Court of Common Pleas in Aiken County.
Discussion ensued relating to other road connections other than Pinion which there were no viable other
options.
Mr. Bagwell stated that the connection with Pinion does not affect the outcome of the request tonight.
He stated it is in the planned development and would occur whether the Council approves or denies.
Discussion ensued relating to tract A & B and how the homes were placed was determined, which was
determined through the topography.
Mr. Bagwell stated they would be willing to address the buffer areas mentioned.
Discussion ensued relative to traffic signal placements, potential Fire station 4 site, and funding for that
station.
Clarification was provided to Council regarding what can be done tonight, which would be the buffer as a
condition. In addition, clarification on the sale of land is up to the developer to look into specifically of
the connection.
Director Paradise reviewed the developers requests of changes to Council, see attachment #8a.
It was clarified that Pinion Road connection is not included in the changes for what the Council is voting
on. Pinion Road potential connection is in the planned development and not being voting on.
It was moved by Mayor Williams, seconded by Councilmember Toole, to amend Ordinance No. 2023-12
of the General Development Plan for the 177.5+ Acre the Hive Planned Development on the East Side of
West Martintown Road between Knobcone Avenue and Interstate 20– First Reading to add the condition
of Type C Buffer or higher and correct wording on Page 2, section B of the ordinance; Development
Program: Parcel C & D shall read Single-Family Detached, and to update Page 10, to read “This Ordinance
shall become effective immediate upon its adoption on second reading.” Unanimously Approved.
It was moved by Councilmember Carpenter, seconded by Councilmember McCauley, to approve
Ordinance No. 2023-12 to Approve the General Development Plan for the 177.5+ Acre the Hive Planned
Development on the East Side of West Martintown Road between Knobcone Avenue and Interstate 20–
First Reading as amended. Unanimously Approved.
(See Attachment #8)
At 8:01pm Council took a 5-minute break and resumed the meeting at 8:06pm.
ITEM 9. PUBLIC SAFETY: Ordinance No. 2023-13 Ordinance Establishing a Procedure for the Provision
of Wrecker Service by Commercial Wrecker and Towing Businesses within the City Limits – First Reading
Administrator Clifford noted that the change essentially moves the City into a call to call model as opposed
to the week to week model, which is a request of Public Safety and would place the City in compliance
with state law with the ordinance not specifically the call to call piece. In addition, a section covered
vacation for the companies.
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Public Safety Chief Thomas stated that the department supports the call to call and is looking at being
transparent.
Discussion ensued relating to call to call versus week to week models and having an unlimited amount of
companies that are qualified to be included on the call list.
Public Comments:
Brett Savage, Stateline Wrecker Owner, stated that he is in favor to leave as week to week due to knowing
when they are on shift. He added that the companies need to be DOT certified and rates to be increased.
Paul Benner, Benner Towing Service Owner, concurred with the week to week model. He asked who is
coming up with the qualification criteria. He mentioned the insurance guidelines and read from the
federal guidelines. He stated that the City should follow these guidelines.
Discussion ensued relating to insurance coverage amounts, Federal guidelines, and State guidelines.
Attorney Zier clarified that the insurance numbers are to set at what is reasonable and required, not for
the purpose to run anybody out of business. He added this is what is necessary and if qualified they are
added to the list.
Discussion ensued relative to where the insurance minimums came from. It was clarified that the
insurance minimums came from the South Carolina Code of Law.
It was moved by Councilmember Carpenter, seconded by Councilmember Presnell, to amend Ordinance
No. 2023-13 Establishing a Procedure for the Provision of Wrecker Service by Commercial Wrecker and
Towing Businesses within the City Limits – First Reading to change from call to call to week to week.
Vote: 5 – 2 with Nays from Mayor Williams and Councilmember McCauley. Approved.
It was moved by Councilmember McCauley, seconded by Councilmember Presnell, to approve Ordinance
No. 2023-13 Ordinance Establishing a Procedure for the Provision of Wrecker Service by Commercial
Wrecker and Towing Businesses within the City Limits – First Reading as amended.
Vote: 4 – 2 with Nays from Mayor Williams, Councilmember McCauley, and Councilmember Presnell.
Approved.
(See Attachment #9)
ITEM 10. PUBLIC SERVICES: Resolution No. 2023-20 Authorizing the City of North Augusta to Enter
into a Contract with Davis & Floyd
No public comment.
Administrator Clifford stated this is a draw from the Department of Energy Settlement money to be used
for Engineering Services for the design of a transfer station.
It was moved by Councilmember Presnell, seconded by Councilmember McCauley, to approve Resolution
No. 2023-20 Authorizing the City of North Augusta to Enter into a Contract with Davis & Floyd.
Unanimously Approved.
(See Attachment #10)
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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Gardeners have a passion for nurturing the beauty and resources of the earth
through the planting of seeds, the care of all plants and the riches of their efforts; and
WHEREAS, Gardeners work to preserve our country’s traditional spirit of independence
and initiative through innovation and hard work; and
WHEREAS, Gardeners advocate the importance of all creatures sharing our world and
their roles in a balanced and productive ecology; and
WHEREAS, Gardening serves as a challenging and productive activity for all citizens,
those just learning as well as those having years of experience; and
WHEREAS, Gardening promotes a healthy lifestyle that lasts a lifetime, helps reduce
stress from other areas of our life, and teaches that rewards come from diligent efforts; and
WHEREAS, the North Augusta Council of Garden Clubs enriches our city by maintaining
Billie’s Butterfly Garden, providing a scholarship for a North Augusta High School senior, and
sponsoring campers for Camp Wildwood.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Briton S. Williams, Mayor of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina,
do hereby proclaim the week of June 4-10, 2023 as
National Garden Week
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 5th day of June 2023.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
City of North Augusta
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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, scoliosis, the abnormal curvature of the spine, is a condition which affect an
estimated 6 to 9 million people in the United States; and
WHEREAS, primary onset of scoliosis is between ages 10 to 15 with females being five times
more likely to require treatment, and scoliosis can cause pain, reduced respiratory function, and
limited mobility in otherwise-healthy children,, and approximately 1 in 6 children diagnosed with
this disease will eventually require active medical treatment and;
WHEREAS, screening programs allow for early detection and for treatment opportunities which
may alleviate the worst effects of the condition which has no known cause or cure; and
WHEREAS, raising public awareness of scoliosis is vital, helping children, parents, and health
care providers understand, diagnose, and treat this disease and reduce the pain and suffering of
those it affects.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Briton S. Williams, Mayor of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina,
do hereby claim June, 2023 as
SCOLIOSIS EARLY DETECTION
AWARENESS MONTH
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 5th day of June, 2023.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
City of North Augusta
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PROCLAMATION
HONORING NORTH AUGUSTA HIGH SCHOOL’S
2023 SOUTH CAROLINA CLASS 4A BOYS GOLF TEAM STATE
CHAMPIONS
WHEREAS, the North Augusta High School Boys Golf team went undefeated in match play and won the
Red Raider Invitational, the Swamp Fox Invitational, the Region 5-AAAA Championship, the AAAA Upper
State Championship, and the AAAA State Championship, while setting the AAAA State Record for the lowest
36 hole score; and,
WHEREAS, this talented group of young men includes three 5-AAAA All-Region players: Jackson Beggs,
Matthew Baxley, and Davis Neal; All-State players: Davis Neal, Matthew Baxley, and Luke Johnson; and
the individual state champion: Davis Neal; and,
WHEREAS, members of the North Augusta golf team were:
Middle Schooler Freshman Sophomores Juniors Seniors
Luke Johnson Mayson McNeill Andrew Baxley Jackson Beggs Davis Neal
Liam Gregory Jaxson Griffin Matthew Baxley
Stone Harley Colyn Moore
Colson Brown
Kenny Middlebrooks
Brad Gibbs
WHEREAS, the team was led by Head Coach Travis Spears and Assistant Coach Kyle Smith; and,
WHEREAS, these young men not only brought home the 2023 Class AAAA State Boys Golf Championship
for their school, and served as ambassadors for the City of North Augusta as they played throughout their
season; and,
WHEREAS, the North Augusta High School Boys Golf program has finished State Runner up in 2021,
2022, and has won the Region and State Qualifying Tournament in 2022 and 2023.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Briton S. Williams, Mayor of the City of North Augusta, do hereby respectfully
request that the citizens of North Augusta join me in celebrating and honoring North Augusta High School
Boys Golf Team as the 2023 South Carolina Class 4A State Champions.
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 fifth day of June, 2023.
______________________________
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
City of North Augusta
ATTACHMENT #5c Page 1 of 1
Department of Planning
and Development
Project Staff Report
RZT23-001 Article 13: Signs, Text Amendment
Prepared by: Tommy Paradise
Meeting Date: April 19, 2023
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SECTION 1: PROJECT SUMMARY
Project Name Article 13, Prohibited Sign
Applicant City of North Augusta
Proposed Text Amendment A request from the City of North Augusta to amend Article 13:
Signs of North Augusta Development Code to prohibit off-site
signs
SECTION 2: GENERAL DESCRIPTION
City Planning has requested that the Planning Commission review proposed changes to Article
13: Signs in the City of North Augusta Development Code to prohibit off sight signs
SECTION 3: PLANNING COMMISSION CONSIDERATION
The Planning Commission is being asked to review the request for a text amendment based on
the following provisions of the North Augusta Development Code:
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5.1.4.6 Legislative and Advisory Hearings – The purpose of a legislative public hearing is to
provide the public an opportunity to be heard consistent with the adoption procedures provided
by statute. Unlike quasi-judicial hearings, a legislative proceeding does not require due process
protections such as the right of the parties to offer evidence, cross-examination, sworn
testimony; or written findings of fact. Like quasi-judicial hearings, legislative hearings are public
hearings preceded by notice to interested parties. Public hearings are required for legislative
review hearings such as amendments to a comprehensive plan, amendments to this Chapter
including the zoning provisions of this Chapter and the Official Zoning Map, and applications for
a Planned Development. The order of the proceedings for a legislative hearing shall be as set
forth in §5.1.4.5.b. Testimony may be presented by any member of the public, but need not be
submitted under oath or affirmation. The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals may
establish a time limit for testimony.
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ATTACHMENT #7a Page 1 of 8
Project Staff Report
RZT23-001 Article 13: Signs, Text Amendment
Prepared by: Tommy Paradise
Meeting Date: April 19, 2023
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5.3.2 Applicability
This section applies to any application for an amendment to the text of this Chapter or for an
amendment to the Official Zoning Map. An amendment to the Official Zoning Map which
reclassifies property from one zoning district to another is known as a “rezoning.” A change to
the text of this Chapter is referred to as a “text amendment”.
5.3.3 Initiation
This Chapter, including the Official Zoning Map and any supporting map(s), may be amended
from time to time by the City Council, but no amendment shall become effective unless it shall
have been proposed by or shall have first been submitted to the Planning Commission for review
and recommendation. Any communication purporting to be an application for a change shall be
regarded as mere notice to seek relief until it is made in the form required. Upon receipt of any
communication, the interested parties shall be supplied with the proper application form(s) by
the Director.
(5.3.3.1 Rezoning, does not apply, removed for brevity)
5.3.3.2 Text Amendment – Any person, property owner, board, commission, department
or the City Council may apply for a change in zoning ordinance text. A proceeding for
approval of a text amendment may be initiated by filing an application with the
Department. The application shall be signed by the applicant and shall include the
language of the proposed amendment to the text of this Chapter and the justification for
the proposed change. Before any application is accepted by the Department, it is
recommended that the applicant meet with a representative of the Department. The
purpose of the pre-application meeting is to discuss the procedures and requirements for
a text amendment request. During the conference, the Department will identify the
submittal requirements.
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5.3.5 Decision
5.3.5.1 The Director shall transmit the application to the Planning Commission for
consideration at the next regularly scheduled monthly meeting following receipt of a
complete application, provided that the complete application is submitted at least thirty
(30) calendar days prior to said meeting. Notice of the public hearing shall be provided as
set forth in §5.1.3. The Planning Commission shall approve or deny the zoning
amendment in accordance with the procedures for a legislative hearing as set forth in
§5.1.4.6.
5.3.5.2 At least ten (10) days’ notice and opportunity to comment must be given to the
public if the applicant is allowed to present oral or written comments pursuant to S.C.
Code §6-29-760.
ATTACHMENT #7a Page 2 of 8
Project Staff Report
RZT23-001 Article 13: Signs, Text Amendment
Prepared by: Tommy Paradise
Meeting Date: April 19, 2023
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5.3.5.3 The Planning Commission shall submit its recommendation to the City Council
within thirty (30) calendar days, or other period required by law, after the initial hearing
date (see S.C. Code §6-29-760(A). A majority vote is required for the Planning Commission
to approve, approve with conditions, if applicable, or deny a rezoning or text amendment
application. A recommendation of approval with conditions of a rezoning may be
submitted only if a conditional use permit is requested pursuant to §5.5.
5.3.5.4 The City Council shall consider the recommendation of the Planning Commission
on each proposed rezoning and text amendment within thirty (30) days of receipt of the
Planning Commission report. The City Council is not bound by the recommendation in
making a final decision and may call for additional information and/or public hearing(s).
5.3.5.5 No challenge to the adequacy of notice or challenge to the validity of a rezoning
or text amendment, whether enacted before or after the effective date of this section,
may be made sixty (60) days after the decision of the City Council if there has been
substantial compliance with the notice requirements of this section, with established
procedures of the City Council and the Planning Commission and with S.C. Code §6-29.
5.3.6 Approval Criteria
Whenever the public necessity, safety or general welfare justifies such action, the Planning
Commission may recommend amendments to the text of this Chapter or changes to zoning
district boundaries. The Planning Commission shall consider all of the factors specified in this
section, at a minimum, in reviewing an application for a rezoning. The Planning Commission shall
consider the factors specified in §5.3.3.2 in reviewing an application for a text amendment.
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The Planning Commission is being asked to review the proposed text changes and provide a
recommendation of approval or denial, which will be forwarded to the City Council. Section
5.3.3.2 does not require additional standards for analysis to address in this staff report.
ATTACHMENT #7a Page 3 of 8
Project Staff Report
RZT23-001 Article 13: Signs, Text Amendment
Prepared by: Tommy Paradise
Meeting Date: April 19, 2023
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SECTION 4: PUBLIC NOTICE
A public notice of the text amendment request and scheduled date of the Planning Commission
public hearing was published in the North Augusta Star and on the City’s website
www.northaugustasc.gov on April 5, 2023.
SECTION 5: HISTORY
The North Augusta Development Code was adopted by City Council on December 17, 2007,
effective January 1, 2008. In response to issues with interpretation, court rulings, unclear text,
and discussions with the Planning Commission, the Planning and Development Department
completed a review of the sign regulations in North Augusta.
In 2019, several revisions to the code were presented by Staff to simplify, clarify, allow for new
types of signage, and allow for more diverse signage types in Downtown. These revisions were
reviewed by a subcommittee consisting of volunteers from the Planning Commission with a
special interest in the topic. A “Sign Revision Preview” meeting was held on May 7, 2019, to
review the changes and discuss these changes with the public. The Planning Commission
recommended the text amendment for approval by the City Council at their regular meeting held
June 20, 2019.
City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2019-18 amending the North Augusta Development Code,
Article 13: signs of the City of North Augusta, South Carolina Code of Ordinances on December 2,
2019.
SECTION 6: SUMMARY OF CHANGES AND PROPOSED AMENDMENTS
City Planning has requested a text amendment to Article 13, to prohibit off-site signage, which is
currently allowed.
Applicant Request:
13.9 Prohibited Signs be amended to add:
13. Off-site signage
Staff Recommends:
13.9 Prohibited Signs be amended to add:
13. Off-site signage
ATTACHMENT #7a Page 4 of 8
Project Staff Report
RZT23-001 Article 13: Signs, Text Amendment
Prepared by: Tommy Paradise
Meeting Date: April 19, 2023
Page 5 of 5
SECTION 7: ATTACHMENTS
1. Public Notice
2. Current Development Code Article 13, applicable pages
3. Draft Revised Development Code Article 13, applicable pages
ATTACHMENT #7a Page 5 of 8
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, April 19, 2023, 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 applications:
RZT23-001 Off-Site Signage Text Amendment—A request by the City of North
Augusta to amend Article 13, Signs of the North Augusta Development Code to prohibit
off-site signage.
PD23-001 The Hive Planned Development Major Modification – A request by
McKnight Properties, Inc., Panther Residential Management, LLC, and Stanley Martin
Homes, LLC for a major modification to the Planned Development formerly known as
Hamrick Farms. The request affects ±174.5 acres zoned PD, Planned Development,
TPNs 001-20-01-004, 005-14-04-010, 005-17-01-012, and 001-20-01-007, roughly
bound by I-20, W. Martintown Rd. and Knobcone Ave.
Documents related to the application will be available for public inspection after April 12,
2023 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.northaugusta.net for any updates to
meeting format, location or procedures prior to the meeting.
ATTACHMENT #7a Page 6 of 8
North Augusta Development Code: Article 13: Signs (adopted 12-2-2019, Rev. 6-20-2022) 13-37
13.8.5 Signage for Special Zoned Districts
a. For
regulated under other sections of this article, the total allowed square
footage may be coordinated between uses with a Master Signage plan. The
total square footage allowed shall not exceed the total square footage
allowed for any use.
b. should be calculated based on the
use of the property and the most closely related zoning district restrictions
as determined by the Director of Planning and Development.
c. Public District signage shall be determined by the City Council.
13.9 PROHIBITED SIGNS
1. Flashing Signs: Any sign which displays intermittent or flashing illumination which
changes more than once in any thirty (30) second period is prohibited.
2. Portable Signs: Any portable sign, except when used as a temporary sign as
permitted in these regulations, is prohibited.
3. Signs Attached to Fences, Poles, Trees: Any sign or advertising device attached to or
painted on a fence, power or telephone pole, tree, stone or any other natural object
is prohibited.
4. Roof Signs.
5. Fluttering Signs: Any fluttering ribbon and any banner or similar device is prohibited.
6. Illuminated Tubing: Any illuminated tubing outlining property lines, open sales areas
or parking areas is prohibited. Illuminated tubing that is attached and integral to an
original architectural detail of a building is permitted.
7. Inflatable Signs or Decoration: Any inflatable sign or sign affixed to a tethered
balloon, where such sign is visible from the property line, is prohibited.
8. Reflective Paint and Lighting: -
paint or lighting or any sign that conflicts or may conflict with traffic flow or the
visibility of vehicle drivers or pedestrians is prohibited.
9. Strobe Lights: Any strobe light or very bright light, moveable or non-moveable that is
visible from any adjacent property or right-of-way for the purpose of attracting
attention to a location is not permitted.
10. Billboards.
11. Multi-faced Signs.
12. Any sign within the right-of-way except as expressly allowed herein.
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North Augusta Development Code: Article 13: Signs (adopted 12-2-2019) 13-36
13.8.5 Signage for Special Zoned Districts
a. For districts listed in Article 3 as “Special Districts” and not otherwise
regulated under other sections of this article, the total allowed square
footage may be coordinated between uses with a Master Signage plan. The
total square footage allowed shall not exceed the total square footage
allowed for any use.
b. “Use Patterns” as regulated in Article 2 should be calculated based on the
use of the property and the most closely related zoning district restrictions
as determined by the Director of Planning and Development.
c. Public District signage shall be determined by the City Council.
13.9 PROHIBITED SIGNS
1. Flashing Signs: Any sign which displays intermittent or flashing illumination which
changes more than once in any thirty (30) second period is prohibited.
2. Portable Signs: Any portable sign, except when used as a temporary sign as
permitted in these regulations, is prohibited.
3. Signs Attached to Fences, Poles, Trees: Any sign or advertising device attached to or
painted on a fence, power or telephone pole, tree, stone or any other natural object
is prohibited.
4. Roof Signs.
5. Fluttering Signs: Any fluttering ribbon and any banner or similar device is prohibited.
6. Illuminated Tubing: Any illuminated tubing outlining property lines, open sales areas
or parking areas is prohibited. Illuminated tubing that is attached and integral to an
original architectural detail of a building is permitted.
7. Inflatable Signs or Decoration: Any inflatable sign or sign affixed to a tethered
balloon, where such sign is visible from the property line, is prohibited.
8. Reflective Paint and Lighting: Any sign with “day-glow” or highly reflecting coloring,
paint or lighting or any sign that conflicts or may conflict with traffic flow or the
visibility of vehicle drivers or pedestrians is prohibited.
9. Strobe Lights: Any strobe light or very bright light, moveable or non-moveable that is
visible from any adjacent property or right-of-way for the purpose of attracting
attention to a location is not permitted.
10. Billboards.
11. Multi-faced Signs.
12. Any sign within the right-of-way except as expressly allowed herein.
13. Any off-site sign
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ORDINANCE NO. 2023-11
AMENDING ARTICLE 13, SIGNS, OF THE NORTH AUGUSTA DEVELOPMENT CODE,
CHAPTER 18 OF THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF
ORDINANCES
WHEREAS, on December 17, 2007, by Ordinance 2007-22, the North Augusta
City Council adopted the North Augusta Development Code which is consistent with the City’s
Comprehensive Plan and which incorporates all City zoning and land development regulations;
and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 5.3.3.2 Text Amendments in Article 5, Approval
Procedures, of the North Augusta Development Code, any person, property owner, board,
commission, department or the City Council may apply for a change in zoning ordinance text; and
WHEREAS, the North Augusta Planning Commission, following an April 19,
2023, public hearing, reviewed and considered a request by the Planning Department to amend
Article 13, Section 13.9 entitled “Prohibited Signs” of the North Augusta Development Code to
prohibit signs that are not on the parcel the sign advertises. The Planning Commission report has
been provided to City Council for consideration.
WHEREAS, The Mayor and City Council have reviewed the request as well as the
report from the Planning Commission and has determined that the change to the text of the
Development Code is appropriate.
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.The North Augusta Development Code, Chapter 13 of The City of North Augusta,
South Carolina Code of Ordinances, Providing for New Zoning and Land Development
Regulations for the City of North Augusta, South Carolina, is hereby amended and shall
read as described in the following section. The section of the Code affected by the
proposed amendment is identified by the section number.
A.Article 13.9 Prohibited Signs be amended to add:
13.Off-site signs
B.Appendix A of the North Augusta Development Code shall be amended to
include the following definition:
Off Site Sign: A sign which identifies or directs attention to a business,
profession, commodity, service, event or other activity not being conducted, sold,
or offered on the property on which the sign is located.
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C. Any other needed formatting will be edited to reflect new page numbers, titles or
item numbering associated with the text changes outlined herein.
II. All other Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent
of such conflict, hereby repealed.
III. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its adoption on second
reading.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ______ DAY OF JUNE, 2023.
First Reading
Briton Williams, Mayor
Second Reading
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
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The Developer requested the following:
Changes to the Planned Development Narrative have been provided by the applicants to clarify
ownership, phasing, traffic volume and the development program for consistency with the
proposed changes to the ordinance.
Deletes the requirements
L.1. The annexation of Tracts D and G must be complete before any development permits that
affect those tracts can be approved. (Already annexed)
L.2. Delete the prohibition of homes constructed on concrete slabs and vinyl siding not allowed
to be used as exterior siding for homes in Tract A
L.3. Homes constructed in Tract A will not be constructed on concrete slab foundations and vinyl
siding will not be used as an exterior wall material.
Tract A will be revised to allow quadplex/townhome residential instead of single-family detached
residential with an increase in density from 4.0 dua to 5.7 dua.
Tract B will delete duplex and quadplex residential and only allow single-family detached. The
dwelling unit per acre will decrease from to 2.5 per acres from 3.0 per acre.
Tract C remains Single-Family Residential at 3.0 dua, but the area increases from 42.2 acres to
43.9 acres. Staff would request that the type of residential be defined as either detached single-
family, attached single-family or both.
Tract D remains Single-Family Residential and the density is reduced from 3.0 dua to 2.6 dua. It
also decreased the area from 18 acres to 14 acres. Staff would request that the type of residential
be defined as either detached single-family, attached single-family or both.
Tract E remains multi-family with no change
Tract F remains Retail, Restaurant, Office, Financial, Commercial at 10,000 sf per acre. However,
the acreage decreased from 27.3 acres to 27.1 acres
Tracts H are deleted
Greenspace is decreased from 34.1 acres to 33.2 acres.
Staff recommended:
1)Design guidelines for homes to be constructed in Tract A to be included in the covenants
and included with preliminary plat submission
2)Planning Commission provide further guidance of the type of single-family residential
allowed in Tract C & D
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Public Discussion of Pinion Road Connection
Several members of the public appeared and voice opposition to the connection that had previously
been approved for Pinion Road. The Planning staff’s position is that it is necessary for efficient
government, public safety, reduce traffic on Martintown/Knobcone, and compliance with goals of
the Comprehensive Plan and sections of the Development Code.
Staff drove from Knobcone & Martintown to the proposed access on Pinion Road and the distance
was 2.2 miles. Based on measurements from the concept plan submittal, the distance from
Martintown Road to the rear of The Hive would be 1.4 miles. A distance from the Knobcone
entrance would be 1.23 miles. Therefore, without the connection the travel distance would increase
by about 3 miles and increase traffic on Knobcone at Martintown. This increased travel distance
would not only affect Public Safety, but all vehicles, including garbage trucks, utility maintenance
vehicles, recreation vehicles, and private vehicles (including those going to the schools in the area).
Capt. Williams told me that Public Safety needed the connection on Pinion. He stated without the
connection the travel distance from Station 2 would exceed the 5-mile maximum travel distance
for ISO. This may cause issues for the property owners to have insurance as well as adversely
impacting the City’s ISO rating in the future.
Below are the various sections of the Comprehensive Plan and Development Code that are
applicable to requiring the connection.
Comprehensive Plan
Sections 6.2.3 and 6.2.4.
Development Code
14.2.3 Connectivity and Cul-de-Sacs
14.2.5 Residential Design
14.8.3.2.2
14.8.3.2.4
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ORDINANCE NO. 2023-12
TO APPROVE THE GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
FOR THE 177.5+ ACRE THE HIVE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ON THE EAST SIDE OF
WEST MARTINTOWN ROAD BETWEEN KNOBCONE AVENUE AND INTERSTATE 20
WHEREAS, within the guidelines of the North Augusta Development Code, a General
Development Plan for property within a designated Planned Development zone (PD) requires
Planning Commission review and subsequent recommendation to City Council for review and
approval; and,
WHEREAS, the North Augusta Planning Commission, at its March 16, 2006, regular
meeting, reviewed the subject application and voted to recommend that City Council approve the
General Development Plan for the 177.5± acre Planned Development previously known as
“Hamrick Farms”; and,
WHEREAS, Ordinance 2006-03 was approved by the City Council on April 17, 2006,
application was approved as “Hamrick Farms” a mixed-use development on nine tracts in up to
nine phases; and,
WHEREAS, the North Augusta Planning Commission, approved a resolution for
application PDM21-003 to amend the general development plan on December 16, 2021; and,
WHEREAS, an application has been received from Stanley Martin Home, LLC requesting
approval for a General Development Plan for a tract of land zoned Planned Development (PD)
containing 177.5± acres located on the east side of Martintown Road between Knobcone Avenue
and Interstate 20; and,
WHEREAS, the developer, Stanley Martin Homes, LLC of Columbia, South Carolina,
proposes a mixed use development on seven tracts in up to nine phases; and
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.The General Development Plan for the 174.5 acre The Hive Planned
Development is hereby approved as outlined below and as shown on the
attached plat and identified as "Exhibits Al and A2" as prepared by Cranston
LLC dated March 9, 2023. The General Development Plan Narrative for The
Hive as prepared by Cranston LLC, dated March 10, 2023 attached hereto as
"Exhibit B", represents the intent of Stanley Martin Homes, LLC and
addresses the requirements of the Ordinance for a Planned Development.
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1. Scope of Development: The scope of development described in the
General Development Plan for The Hive Planned Development and
described herein shall be the maximum level of development allowed.
The land uses permitted in The Hive Planned Development shall be
limited to those described in this ordinance. Minor Modifications:
Minor modifications to the development plan and program for valid land
use planning and reasonable development reasons, i.e. mix of uses,
number and location of buildings, development schedule, setbacks,
parking, and landscaping, etc., may be approved by the Planning
Commission at the time of subdivision approval for any portion of a
phase or site plan approval for an individual parcel.
2. Flex Density and Intensity: Up to five (5%) percent of the total
residential density or commercial square footage allocated to a parcel
may be deducted from the total permitted for that parcel and
redistributed to one or more other parcels designated for the same use
provided the total density or intensity of a recipient parcel is not
increased by more than ten (10%) percent.
B. Development Program:
Parcel
Permitted Uses
Area in
Maximum Density
(units per gross acre}or
Intensity (gross
Acres building area in sg. ft.
1:2per acre}
A Quadplex / Townhome Residential 16.2
5.7 dua
B Single-Family Detached 16.1
2.5 dua
C Single-Family Detached 43.9
3.0 dua
D Single-Family Detached 14.0
2.6 dua
E Multi-Family Residential 24.0 16.0 dua
F Retail, Restaurant, Office, Financial
Commercial
27.1
10,000 sf/acre
G Greenspace 33.2
NA
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C. Parking Requirements: The minimum parking ratio for commercial uses
shall be 3.0 spaces per 1,000 gross square feet of building for all uses
except restaurants which require 6.0 spaces per 1,000 gross square feet.
The maximum parking ratio permitted for all uses except restaurants shall
be 4.0 spaces per 1,000 gross square feet. Any commercial parking
provided in excess of the maximum ratios shall be on a pervious surface
approved by the Planning Commission at the site plan stage. Loose gravel
and compacted crusher run will not be approved. Appropriate sod over a
stabilized surface may be approved. Shared parking calculations within
and between commercial parcels will be considered and are encouraged.
The minimum parking requirement for residential uses shall be as
provided in the North Augusta Development Code.
D. Development Standards: Development standards applicable to individual
commercial parcel site plans shall be as specified in the C-3, General
Commercial, District, except as provided for in this section and in other
sections of this ordinance:
1. All setback lines shall be measured from the property line, buffer line
or parcel line, whichever provides for the greater setback.
2. The side setbacks on the parcels in Tract F, may be zero on lot lines
interior to the project where the structures on two or more parcels are
constructed immediately adjacent to each other (with a common wall).
3. The impervious surface area for any one parcel shall not exceed 80%.
The overall impervious surface area for the overall project is limited to
60%.
4. The maximum height shall be 75 feet.
Development standards applicable to residential areas shall be as provided in the ZDSO for R-2,
Medium Lot Single-Family Residential, R-3, Small Lot Single-Family Residential, and R-4,
Multi-Family Residential Districts as described in the ZDSO and applied to parcels at the time of
concept plan approval.
E. Plan Approval Process: Subsequent to the adoption of this ordinance the
following plan approval steps shall be required in the order listed prior to
the issuance of development permits.
1. Master Utility Plan - Master plans for water distribution; sewage
collection; and stormwater quality, detention and drainage shall be
developed and approved prior to or coincidental with the initial phase
concept plan. The level of detail provided in the master utility plans
shall be determined by the Project Engineer and City Engineer.
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2. Master Circulation Plan - A master circulation plan that incorporates the
conclusions of the SRS Traffic Engineering study shall be developed
and approved prior to or coincidental with the initial phase concept plan.
The Master Circulation Plan shall include and address the possible
timing of potential connections across the McKnight/Hull commercial
property to Martintown Road. The Master Circulation Plan shall include
a master pedestrian circulation plan that shows the general alignment of
Greeneway extensions and connections through the property and to the
property lines and shall show the locations of sidewalks.
3. Wetlands Delineation and Mitigation - A wetlands delineation, permit
and any mitigation plans approved by SCDHEC and the US Army
Corps of Engineers shall be submitted prior to or coincidental with a
Concept Plan for any phase that contains jurisdictional wetlands.
4. Phase Concept Plan - A concept plan for each tract identified in the
General Development Plan shall be prepared for Planning Commission
review and approval prior to or coincidental with the first preliminary
plat application for each phase. The phase concept plan shall include an
overall circulation system design, utility systems designs, anticipated
mix and intensity or density of uses, proposed or draft master covenants
and restrictions for the tract, and buffer delineation. The tract concept
plan must indicate how the development of the phase will interrelate
with the other phases in the development.
5. Preliminary Plat - Preliminary plats for sections or sub-phases of each
phase will be processed and reviewed in accordance with the applicable
provisions of the Zoning and Development Standards Ordinance, this
ordinance and the General Development Plan Narrative for Hamrick
Farms.
6. Final Plat - Final plats for sections or phases of each tract will be
processed and reviewed in accordance with the applicable provisions of
the Zoning and Development Standards Ordinance and the approved
preliminary plat.
7. Site Plan - Site plans for individual parcels approved in a final plat for
any portion of a tract will be processed and reviewed in accordance with
the applicable provisions of the Zoning and Development Standards
Ordinance, the general development plan ordinance and the General
Development Plan Narrative for Hamrick Farms.
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F. Utilities: Water and sewer tap fees for each parcel shall be determined in
accordance with the City Code provisions related to utility extensions.
G. Land Dedication: Land dedicated to the City in conjunction with the
development will include road rights-of-way, utility easements and
drainage ways in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Zoning
and Development Standards Ordinance. The City will consider accepting
the designated open space that the applicant is willing to dedicate in
addition to the required dedications.
H. Vehicular Access and Circulation: Stanley Martin shall implement the
mitigation recommendations contained in the SRS Engineering traffic
study in conjunction with each development phase when the trips
generated by the phase (or the sum of trips generated by all approved
phases) create the impacts requiring mitigation.
1. The development on any parcel may proceed until the total trip
generation reaches the threshold identified by SRS Engineering that
warrants the required off site improvement. Upon initiation of
construction of an off-site improvement additional development on any
tract may resume to the extent the initiated off-site improvements
mitigate the traffic impacts of the additional development.
2. Access across the McKie parcel to Knobcone Avenue has not been
secured at this time. If the applicant obtains the access right of way in
the future, it shall be considered approved as part of General
Development Plan (Alternative A). The balance of the McKie property
is not a part of this General Development Plan at this time. However, it
may be added to the General Development Plan and incorporated into
Phase F if acquired by the developer. The Planning Commission may
approve the inclusion of the McKie property into the General
Development Plan and the uses allowed on the land added.
3. The number and location of exterior access points, full turning
intersections, right-in/right-out access points or other limited movement
access points, and internal access points to individual parcels from the
internal road network to be dedicated to the city shall be reviewed by
the city's traffic engineer, SRS Engineering. Exterior access points shall
be developed generally as shown on either Alternate A or B. Preliminary
interior locations of the road network are shown on the general
development plan. Necessary modifications to the location of access
points to individual tracts shall be made at the time of concept plan
consideration for each tract. Shared access points shall be provided
wherever possible and practicable.
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4. Off-site traffic improvements including the modifications to the
alternative primary access intersections on Knobcone Avenue, potential
access intersections on Martintown Road, modifications to the medians
in Martintown Road, installation of deceleration lanes and others shall
be the responsibility of the developer. Implementation of required off
site traffic improvements shall precede or coincide with the construction
of the phase or parcel generating the need for the off-site improvement
5. Signal and intersection improvements at Knobcone Avenue and
Martintown Road and on Martintown Road at either the eastbound off
ramp of Exit 1 or the existing access drive to the Hull Storey parcel will
be the responsibility of the developer to meet the traffic requirements
identified by SRS Engineering and required by SCDOT. (The signal on
Martintown Road at the access drive to the Hull Storey parcel will be
shared with the developer of the Hull Storey property.) Signals at both
locations including poles and mastarms shall be in the style consistent
with city policy.
6. Vehicular cross-access shall be provided between all commercial
parcels, where possible and permitted by differences in grade.
I. Pedestrian Circulation: Pedestrian connections between the various
residential and commercial sections of the development shall be
provided.
1. Any and all new sidewalks necessary along the Martintown Road and
Knobcone Avenue rights-of-way must be six (6) feet in width and shall
be installed no closer than six (6) feet from the back of the relocated
curb.
2. Five (5) foot sidewalks shall be provided in the commercial areas on
both sides of the street. Five (5) foot sidewalks shall be provided on at
least one side of the street in residential areas.
3. Pedestrian walkways consisting of five (5) foot sidewalks shall be
provided between all adjacent commercial parcels. Where grade
differences require, stairs or steps shall be installed.
4. Pedestrian crossings of all roads, driveways, and internal circulation
ways, both public and private, shall be treated with a differentiating
pavement treatment.
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J. Buffers and Landscaping: Landscaped buffers, site landscaping and
parking lot landscaping shall be provided in the development as described
herein. Landscaping and buffer requirements and standards applicable to
each Phase and parcel in the development and not otherwise prescribed
in this ordinance shall be as provided for in the Zoning and Development
Standards Ordinance. All buffers shall be landscaped with existing
natural vegetation or new plant material or both to create a visually
impenetrable screen. Title to the required buffers shall be retained by a
property owners association or deed-restricted to prevent a change of use.
Minimum buffer requirements between tracts and uses are:
1. One (1) street tree shall be provided per forty (40) feet of street frontage
on both sides of the street within the right-of-way. The species will be
determined at the Preliminary Plat stage.
2. The twenty-five (25) foot landscaped buffer required in the Highway
Corridor Overlay District, the Martintown Road frontage, shall be
measured from the property line in the final build-out scenario. Where
deceleration lanes or other road improvements are required that may
modify the existing property line, the buffer shall be measured from the
new property line. Additional vegetation in accordance with an
approved landscape plan pursuant to the Highway Corridor Overlay
District requirements shall be installed. The required sidewalk may
meander through the length of the buffer strip between newly installed
trees and landscaping. The buffer shall be planted with an appropriate
species of street tree with a minimum caliper of two (2) inches on no
more than forty (40) foot centers.
3. A minimum twenty (20) foot wide Type C buffer is required between
Tract A and existing lots that abut Knobcone Avenue or Wellington
Road. Large trees, small trees, and buffer points should be planted as
required by Table 10-6 Buffer Width and Landscaping Requirements of
the North Augusta Development Code.
4. Individual buffer specific landscape plans shall be developed and
submitted with the applicable parcel site plan that show the locations of
any retaining walls and new slopes within the buffer and details how the
buffer and retaining wall will be treated. Such landscape plans shall
include any necessary or proposed fencing as well as landscape
material.
5. Fencing provided within the buffers located on or near the property lines
between the commercial and residential uses may be permitted. The
Planning Commission shall approve the height and style of the fence at
the site plan stage. The fence shall be no less than five (5) feet in height.
If a vinyl coated black chain link fence is proposed, a climbing vine or
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jasmine will be required to be planted at the base of the fence to provide
a vegetated screen. Alternatively, a solid fence made of wood, vinyl,
metal, or masonry may be constructed.
6. Commercial parking lot landscaping shall be designed to maximize the
pervious surface area within the parking area and provide no less than
one tree for every ten spaces.
7. Each commercial structure developed shall be provided with
foundation/perimeter landscaping between the structure and access
drives and sidewalks (excluding loading areas). Landscaping material
installed along walls with no fenestration shall be selected and
maintained to screen large expanses of blank wall
K. Applicable Standards for Review: The information contained in the
General Development Plan shall supplement the provisions of this
ordinance and shall be used in the review of subdivision and site plans
for projects within Hamrick Farms. In the event of a conflict between the
provisions of this ordinance and the content of the General Development
Plan, the provisions of this ordinance shall prevail. General design
criteria and development standards (parking, landscaping, etc.)
applicable to each phase of the development and not otherwise prescribed
in the General Development Plan or this ordinance shall be as provided
for in the Zoning and Development Standards Ordinance as it may be
amended.
L. Additional Provisions: Addition conditions applicable to the
development are:
1. Design guidelines for the homes to be constructed in Tract A will be
included in the covenants and included with the preliminary plat
submission.
2. Vinyl siding will not be used as an exterior wall material for homes
constructed in Tract A.
3. Proposed or anticipated covenants and deed restrictions on the parcels
to be sold, property management arrangements for leased areas and the
management of common areas shall be described in accordance with the
approved conditions on the General Development Plan and provided in
conjunction with the concept plan and plat submission for each phase.
4. Commercial area and parking lot lighting shall be kept to as low a height
as possible and screened or "cut-off' from adjacent residential areas or
public streets to avoid illumination of and glare onto residential property
or public streets. Exterior lighting details shall be included with each
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site plan application, including a description of the lighting levels during
business versus non- business hours.
5. Outdoor display and sale of merchandise is prohibited on any
commercial parcel within the development. However, outdoor
merchandise display and sales areas associated with retail or any other
use may be approved by the Planning Commission as part of a site plan.
6. Overnight or extended parking of tractors, trailers, or railroad/truck
shipping containers shall be confined to designated areas behind
buildings. No tractor, trailer, container, or recreational vehicle parking
shall be permitted on or in any parking area, circulation corridor or
outdoor sales and display area.
7. Excessive noise associated with any use in the development including
loading, unloading, trash compaction, building maintenance, parking lot
or landscaping maintenance or any other activity shall be prohibited
between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
8. The architectural design of commercial structures shall be improved to
provide finish masonry walls and traditional masonry detailing on all
elevations unless waived by the Planning at the site plan stage. Waivers
may be approved for loading, maintenance, screened storage and other
areas shielded from public view.
9. Stormwater detention areas shall be fenced for safety and landscaped to
shield the fencing, rip rap, and drainage structures. Black vinyl clad
chain link fence shall be installed below the upper edge of each
detention area in a manner as to be obscured by the landscaping on top
of the detention area.
10. Signage size shall be permitted as provided for in the ZDSO. The sign
panels shall be darker in color than the lettering and graphics.
11. The developer shall provide a maintenance guarantee supported by a
letter of credit for the site landscaping on a commercial parcel after the
landscaping is compete but prior to the issuance of a certificate of
occupancy. Such maintenance guarantee and letter of credit shall be
valid for a period of not less than one year from the date of the final
certificate of occupancy and shall equal 20% of the cost of the installed
landscaping as determined by the city.
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All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of such conflict, hereby
repealed.
This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its adoption on second reading.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ______ DAY OF
JUNE, 2023.
First Reading
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
Second Reading
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
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ORDINANCE NO. 2023-13
ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PROCEDURE FOR THE PROVISION OF
WRECKER SERVICE BY COMMERCIAL WRECKER AND TOWING
BUSINESSES WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
WHEREAS, the City in the past has utilized a procedure established by the Public Safety
Department related to the towing of vehicles when required by the Department of Public Safety; and,
WHEREAS, the procedure previously followed was initially developed when a relatively
small number of wrecker and towing services were available for service within the City; and,
WHEREAS, over the years, as the need for such wrecker and towing services has
increased, more commercial towing services have indicated an interest in being placed on the rotation
list used by Public Safety; and,
WHEREAS, Mayor and Council have determined that it is necessary that a new policy be
established for future use, to insure that all businesses that qualify to provide the services and desire
to do so are given an equal opportunity to provide such services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of
North Augusta that:
I.The following attached policies and procedures as proposed by the
Department of Public Safety and approved by Council be codified in the
Code of Ordinances for the City of North Augusta and be followed
hereafter related to the provision of Wrecker and Towing service when
required by the Department of Public Safety.
II.The policies and procedures as established hereunder shall be published and
made available to all persons inquiring about being included on the wrecker
rotation list.
III.This procedure shall become effective as of the ______ day of _______,
2023.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS _____ DAY OF JUNE, 2023.
First Reading
Briton Williams, Mayor
Second Reading
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
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NORTH AUGUSTA
DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC SAFETY
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Subject Date Department Policy No.
Wrecker Rotation
Procedures
06/07/23
Becomes official when adopted
by council
1710
Applicable Standard(s) Accreditation Section No. No. Pages
in Section
N/A 6
I. Purpose
To provide Officers and Wrecker Service personnel with guidelines on Tow Service
general regulations.
II. Policy
It is the policy of this agency to ensure that wreckers are utilized to their maximum
effectiveness, while maintaining a fair and impartial method of administering their use.
Moreover, it is the policy of the agency to safeguard vehicles and their contents while in
the custody of the agency, and to protect the agency against claims of lost, stolen, or
damaged property.
III. Definitions
List Wrecker – a towing service on the agency's list of authorized wreckers.
Owner's Request – when a citizen, due to an accident or breakdown, requests a specific
wrecker company for assistance.
Impound – the towing and securing of a vehicle until such time as the owner, or his/her
designee, can take possession of the vehicle. These vehicles are generally towed by the
list wrecker to a storage location managed by the wrecker company.
Placing a Hold – the securing of a vehicle, until such time as it can be processed, as in
the case of a recovered stolen vehicle, a seized vehicle, or a vehicle, which contains
evidence. These vehicles are not available for pick-up by the owner, they are held in
possession of the agency. These vehicles may be stored at an agency facility or a
wrecker company storage location, depending on the circumstances of the hold.
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IV. Procedures
A. Tow Service General Regulations
The following regulations shall apply to all wrecker services utilized by the North Augusta
Department of Public Safety.
1. No North Augusta Department of Public Safety employee will hold any financial interest
or any form of ownership in any wrecker service.
B. Qualification criteria
1. All wreckers shall have appropriate safety equipment, fire extinguishers, warning
devices, flashlights, and all other equipment necessary to protect the motoring
public and be equipped with amber flashing lights visible in all directions for a
distance of 500 feet in normal sunlight. Such equipment shall be maintained in
good working order. All authorized amber flashing lights shall be activated and
wrecker operators shall wear reflective traffic safety vest while performing
recovery operations or when circumstances are such that the vehicles being
transported create a potentially hazardous condition for other motorists.
2. Each wrecker service on the rotation list must place a sign on the driver and front
passenger door of each of its wreckers indicating the company name, address, and
telephone number of the zone to which it is assigned. This sign shall be painted
on the doors of the wrecker or otherwise permanently affixed to the doors. The
letters of the sign must be no less than two inches high. If the wrecker is
registered in a name other than that of the wrecker service, the owner's name must
also appear on the doors in letters no less than one inch high. All lettering on
wreckers shall be plainly visible and shall be in a color that contrasts to that of the
wrecker.
3. Each wrecker service on the rotation list must place a sign on the exterior of its
business location clearly visible indicating the company name, telephone number,
and business hours.
4. Each wrecker service on the rotation list shall carry liability insurance on its
wreckers and its premises in an amount not less than $300,000.00 for a Class A
wrecker, $500,000.00 for a Class B wrecker, and $750,000.00 for a Class C
wrecker.
5. Each wrecker service on the rotation list shall carry insurance that covers vehicles,
cargo, and other property in or on the vehicle during transit in an amount of not
less than $75,000.00 for a Class A wrecker, $150,000.00 for a Class B wrecker,
and $250,000.00 for a Class C wrecker.
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6. Each wrecker service on the rotation list shall carry garage keeper's liability insurance
covering customer's vehicles in an amount not less than $100,000.00 for a Class A
wrecker, $200,000.00 for a Class B wrecker, and $200,000.00 for a Class C
wrecker.
7. Each wrecker owned by any wrecker service on a rotation list shall be equipped with
a towing log. The towing log shall be maintained by the wrecker service and shall
accurately reflect all towing done by the wrecker service at the request of the
Department of Public Safety. The North Augusta Department of Public Safety
Communications Center shall design the wrecker log format. Each wrecker
service owner shall be responsible for producing this towing log upon request by a
law enforcement officer.
8. Wrecker operators must display professional behavior when conducting business at
the request of Public Safety.
9. Wrecker services and operators shall be familiar with and shall comply with the laws
regarding solicitation (S.C. Code 1976, 56-5-3180).
10. A new rotation list will be created at the beginning of each calendar year. A wrecker
service desiring to be placed on the rotation list for the upcoming year must apply
in writing by October 1 of the year prior to their request to be placed on the list.
Qualifications and procedures for establishing the list will be as follows:
a. Possess a valid City of North Augusta business license.
b. Be on the South Carolina Department of Public Safety Service Rotation List
or if such business is not on such list it would need to request that the North
Augusta Department of Public Safety review its qualifications and be found to
meet all requirements as set forth in this policy or if such business is not on
such list it would need to request that the City of North Augusta review its
qualifications.
c. The Department will prepare a new rotation list for each calendar year with
such list being completed and published not later than December 20 of the
calendar year before the new rotation list becomes effective on January 1 of
the following year. Written notification will be made to each towing service
who is placed on the list.
d. The list will provide for wrecker service to be provided by the companies on
the rotation list on a week-to-week basis beginning on Monday at 0800 hours
and ending the following Monday at 0800 hours.
11. If a wrecker service that is on the City rotation list as a result of being approved by
the South Carolina Department of Public Safety is removed from the qualified tow
list for the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, such company shall be
removed from the City’s list unless said company is able to provide proof to the
City that it meets all requirements of the City policy.
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12. In the event that a company on the list as a result of inspection and approval by the
Department of Public Safety is determined to be no longer in compliance, the
Department of Public Safety would notify such wrecker service of any deficiencies
and unless the same are corrected within 15 days, said company would be removed
from the City list.
C. Wrecker service rotation list; responsibilities.
1. A wrecker service requesting to be on the rotation list for the City of North
Augusta must physically have a business location within a five (5) mile radius of the city
limits of North Augusta, within the State of South Carolina. The wrecker to be used,
must be housed at that location during normal business hours. (“Normal business hours”
or “business hours” as used in this policy means at a minimum from 08:30 to 17:00
hours, Monday through Friday and additional hours designated and posted by the
company.) The vehicle towed must be towed to the same business location where the
wrecker is housed during normal business hours, unless the vehicle owner or operator
requests that the vehicle be towed to another location. Normal business hours must be
clearly posted. Storage lots are not considered as a separate business. There will only be
one telephone number for one wrecker service at any one address on rotation. A wrecker
service must immediately notify the North Augusta Department of Public Safety upon
change of address or telephone number.
2. When the services of a wrecker are needed and when the owner or driver of the
vehicle to be towed has no preference as to which wrecker service he desires, a wrecker
will be called from the wrecker rotation list. The investigating officer will use his
discretionary authority to deny request for specific wrecker service whenever the request
will delay the timely restoration of safe traffic movement.
3. The wrecker service must have a wrecker of sufficient size and strength to handle
the job. The North Augusta Department of Public Safety will have the right not to call a
wrecker service that, in its opinion, fails to meet this qualification for a specific job.
Under these conditions, the wrecker service not called will remain on the top of the
rotation.
4. Wreckers shall respond only upon the request of the North Augusta Department
of Public Safety.
5. Wrecker services will be called from the rotation lists in the order in which they
appear on the lists. If a particular wrecker service is unavailable when called, it will be
passed over and the next wrecker service on the list will be called to the scene.
6. Wrecker services shall be available to the North Augusta Department of Public
Safety to respond to rotation calls as well as requests by the department for the
immediate release of personal property on a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week basis. Each
Wrecker service will be allotted two weeks of vacation time per calendar year. Written
notification for vacation time request must be given to the City of North Augusta at least
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two weeks prior to the affected dates. Written approval by the City of North Augusta is
necessary to ensure adequate coverage for the List. The wrecker service location shall
have an agent present during business hours and at the request of the owner of the towed
vehicle or his designee, the wrecker service must immediately release personal items
such as medicines, medical equipment, keys, clothing, and tools of the trade, child
restraint systems and perishable items. Should there be a dispute between the vehicle
owner or the vehicle owner's designee and the wrecker service regarding any storage fees
or charges, the vehicle owner or the vehicle owner's designee must provide the wrecker
service written notification of the dispute. If the dispute is settled in favor of the wrecker
service then the owner of the towed vehicle is liable for all charges which accrued
pending the resolution. The wrecker service must cease any storage charges that would
otherwise accrue from the time the wrecker service receives written notification of the
dispute until the dispute is settled. Upon release of the vehicle, the wrecker service shall
provide an itemized statement of all charges. If the vehicle owner is not available to sign
a release, the wrecker service must release the vehicle to the owner's insurer or to the
owner's designee.
7. When a wrecker service or wrecker driver is unable to answer a call, the officer
shall be promptly notified of the reason for the unavailability. A wrecker service or
driver cannot refuse a call without prior notification of unavailability or without just
cause.
8. Unless the owner or driver of a vehicle is incapacitated or unavailable, the
investigating officer at the scene will make a determination of the owner or driver's
preference of a wrecker service. The investigation officer will use the discretionary
authority to deny requests for a specific wrecker service whenever the request will impair
the timely restoration of safe traffic movement. In the event the owner or driver of the
vehicle does not have a preference or preference cannot be determined, the investigating
officer will utilize a wrecker from the rotation list. The wrecker service responding to
such call shall provide the vehicle operator with a card containing the wrecker service
name, address, telephone number, and business hours.
9. A wrecker service shall respond, under normal conditions, in a timely manner not
to exceed 30 minutes. Failure to respond in a timely manner may result in a second
rotation wrecker being requested. If the second wrecker is requested before the arrival of
the first rotation wrecker, the initially requested wrecker will forfeit the call and will
immediately leave the collision/incident scene.
10. A wrecker service may respond with a wrecker of a higher class than requested.
However, wrecker service is limited to the rates of the requested classification.
11. It shall be the responsibility of the wrecker service to perform a general clean-up
of the accident area before leaving the scene of the accident. This responsibility requires
the wrecker service to remove all debris such as broken glass, liquids, and materials from
an accident area by sweeping up such debris and removing this material from the scene
in a garbage can-type container on each wrecker. All wreckers shall be equipped with
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brooms, shovels, commercial absorbent and all other equipment necessary to fulfill this
responsibility.
12. Each wrecker service shall be responsible for securing personal property in a
vehicle at an accident scene. The wrecker service shall be responsible for preserving
personal property in a vehicle towed from an accident scene.
13. The wrecker service shall maintain the towed vehicle in a safe storage area in a
manner that would prohibit further damage and ensure protection of personal property.
This may be a locked building or a secured fenced-in area where the stored vehicles and
other property will not be accessible to the public. Wrecker services may charge a daily
storage fee, commencing 12 hours after the vehicle is towed to the storage area and
terminating when the vehicle owner or vehicle owner's designee offers or attempts to
pick up the vehicle and offers to pay the wrecker service's legitimate accrued charged.
The 12 hour storage fee does not apply to recovered, stolen vehicles. “See attached SC
Code of Law Section 56-5-5630 subsection C paragraph 1 & 2.”
a. Outside storage facilities must be sufficiently lighted, fenced, and locked for
protection of vehicles and property.
b. Fencing around storage facilities must be of adequate size to discourage theft of
vehicles and property stored within, and may not be less than six feet in height
c. Inside storage, covers, tarpaulins, or other devices must be available for
protection of vehicles or personal property.
14. A wrecker service may secure assistance from another wrecker service when
necessary to complete the recovery; however, this does not supersede subsection (c) of
this section nor does it permit wrecker services to accept a rotation call and dispatch the
call to secondary wrecker services. Only one bill is to be submitted to the owner or
operator for the work performed.
15. Motorists utilizing the North Augusta Department of Public Safety's wrecker
rotation list will have the option of paying by major credit card. The wrecker service
may request, prior to dispatching, if the motorist intends to pay by major credit card. If
the wrecker service does not accept major credit cards, the next wrecker service that does
accept credit cards will be utilized. Any wrecker service called that does not accept
credit cards will remain on the top of the rotation list.
16. When the wrecker company has towed a burnt or chopped vehicle where the
vehicle identification number has been removed and the vehicle has been towed to their
storage lot, the wrecker service requested by law enforcement will provide assistance by
either the use of their hard mounted floor lift or the use of the wrecker boom in lifting the
vehicle in a location where the Investigator can both safely and sufficiently be able to get
underneath the vehicle in order to try and locate the secondary vehicle identification
number. This will both benefit the North Augusta Department of Public Safety in
identifying the vehicle and the wrecker service by helping them know what insurance
company to contact on the vehicle.
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D. Complaints and disciplinary procedures.
1. Complaints from or about wrecker services regarding an incident involving the North
Augusta Department of Public Safety or its operation of the wrecker list must be received
in writing within 30 days of the alleged incident. Complaints should be directed to the
Patrol Captain for review.
E. Wrecker classifications.
1. Class A (light duty) wrecker. Class A wreckers, for towing vehicles weighing
7,000 pounds or less, (passenger cars, pickup trucks, motorcycles, small trailers,
and similar vehicles) shall meet the following minimum requirements:
A. Conventional wrecker
1. Minimum gross vehicle weight (GVWR) of not less than 10,000 pounds.
2. Individual boom capacity of not less than 8,000 pounds as rated by the
manufacturer.
3. Individual PTO or hydraulic power winch capacity of not less than 8,000
pounds as rated by the manufacturer with at least 100 feet of three-eighths
inch cable drum.
4. A manufactured wheel-lift with a retracting lifting capacity of not less
than 3,500 pounds as rated by the manufacturer, with safety chains.
5. Come-A-Longs, chains, or other similar devices shall not be used as
substitutes for winch and cable.
6. Dual rear wheels.
7. Additional safety equipment as specified by the regulations.
B. Rollback wrecker.
1. Minimum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of not less than 11,000
pounds.
2. Must have at least an 8,000 pound winch as rated by the manufacturer
with at least 50 feet of three-eighths inch cable or larger.
3. Come-A-Longs, chains, or other similar devices shall not be used as
substitutes for winch and cable.
4. Additional safety equipment as specified by the regulations.
2. Class B (medium duty) wrecker. Class B wreckers, for towing vehicles weighing
between 7,001 and 17,000 pounds or multiple vehicles weighing 7,000 pounds
respectively (medium-sized trucks, road tractors/trailers and similar vehicles), shall meet
the following requirements:
a) The tow truck chassis shall have a minimum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
of not less than 22,000 pounds.
b) Must have at least a 12-ton boom assembly as rated by the manufacturer.
c) Two winches, each of 10,000 pound capacity or more as rated by the
manufacturer.
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d) A manufactured wheel-lift with a retracting lifting capacity of not less than 6,500
pounds as rated by the manufacturer, with safety chains.
e) Come-A-Longs, chains, or other similar devices shall not be used as substitutes
for winch and cable.
f) Additional safety equipment as specified by the regulations.
3. Class C (heavy duty) wrecker. Class C wreckers, for towing vehicles in excess of
17,000 pounds (large trucks, road tractors/trailers and similar vehicles), shall meet the
following minimum requirements:
a) Truck chassis having a minimum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of not less
than 46,000 pounds.
b) Tandem axles or cab to axle length of not less than 102 inches.
c) A single or double boom with a capacity of not less than 50,000 pounds as rated
by the manufacturer.
d) A single winch with a capacity of 50,000 pounds as rated by the manufacturer or
an individual power winch of not less than 25,000 pounds as rated by the
manufacturer and a total rating with both winches of 50,000 pounds.
e) A manufactured wheel-lift with a retracting lifting capacity of not less than
12,000 pounds as rated by the manufacturer, with safety chains.
f) 150 feet of five-eighths inch cable or larger, plus 50 feet of five-eighths inch drop
cable.
g) Airbrakes constructed so as to lock wheels automatically upon failure.
h) Light and air brake hookups.
i) Come-A-Longs, chains, or other similar devices shall not be used as substitutes
for winch and cable.
j) Additional safety equipment as specified by the regulations.
F. Rates
The standard fees established by the South Carolina Department of Public Safety
will apply to all North Augusta Department of Public Safety Wrecker Rotation List
participants.
1. Only wrecker services on the North Augusta Department of Public Safety wrecker
rotation list shall be subject to the regulations of this chapter governing fees.
2. Fees charged for rotation list calls shall be reasonable and not in excess of those
rates charged for similar services provided in response to requests initiated by any
other public agency or private person.
3. A standard tow is defined as responding to the scene, hooking up the vehicle,
performing a general clean up if the call involves responding to a collision scene
and providing responsible assistance to the owner to get to a safe location.
4. Special operations are operations involving the process of up-righting an
overturned vehicle or returning a vehicle to a normal position on the roadway
which requires the use of auxiliary equipment due to the size or location of the
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vehicle and/or the recovery of a load which has spilled, or the off-loading and
reloading of a load from an overturned vehicle performed to right the vehicle. (All
tasks performed outside the standard tow procedures must be listed on Tow
Service invoice for justification of additional fee.)
5. A copy of the approved fees will be kept in the wrecker at all times. It will be
presented upon request to the person for whom the tow services were provided,
his agent, any officer at the scene, or any supervisor who is inspecting the wrecker
or wrecker service.
6. The North Augusta Department of Public Safety will complete a review of the
fees for the North Augusta Department of Public Safety's rotation wrecker
services to determine its validity and reasonableness.
7. Wrecker services may lower rates at any time and may raise rates for non-Public
Safety calls at any time.
8. Maximum approved rates are set forth in wrecker rotation fee schedule and which
are obtained from the SC Dept of Public Safety fee schedule.
G. Wrecker rotation fee schedule.
1. Class A (Conventional)
◦ Collisions – $242.00
◦ Special Operations – $142.00
◦ Storage Fees – $38.00 per unit per day
2. Class B (Medium duty)
▪ Collisions – $339.00
▪ Special Operations – $232.00
▪ Storage Fees – $48.00 per unit per day
3. Class C (Heavy duty)
▪ Collisions – $498.00 per hour
▪ Special Operations – No Set Fee
▪ Storage Fees – $64.00 per unit per day
SC Code of Law Section 56-5-5630
Notice to owners and lienholders; payment for release of vehicle; liability of lienholders; stolen vehicles.
(A)(1) For purposes of this article, “vehicle" means a motor vehicle, trailer, mobile home, watercraft, or any
other item or object that is subject to towing and storage, and applies to any vehicle in custody at the time of
the enactment of this section. "Vehicle" includes:
(a) items that are towed and left in the possession of a towing, storage, garage, or repair facility;
(b) contents contained in the vehicle; and
(c) personal property affixed to the vehicle.
Storage costs for those vehicles in custody at the time of the enactment of this section must not exceed sixty
days.
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(2) When an abandoned vehicle has been taken into custody, the towing company and storage facility
having towed and received the vehicle shall notify by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested,
the last known registered owner of the vehicle and all lienholders of record that the vehicle has been taken
into custody. Notification of the owner and all lienholders by certified or registered mail, return receipt
requested, constitutes notification for purposes of this section. This notification must satisfy the notification
requirements contained in Section 29-15-10. The notice must:
(a) give a description of the year, make, model, and identification number of the vehicle;
(b) set forth the location where the vehicle is being held;
(c) inform the owner and all lienholders of the right to reclaim the vehicle within thirty days beginning the day
after the notice is mailed, return receipt requested, upon payment of all towing, preservation, storage
charges, notification, publication, and court costs resulting from placing the vehicle in custody; and
(d) state that the failure of the owner and all lienholders to exercise their right to reclaim the vehicle within
the time provided is considered a waiver by the owner and lienholders of all rights, title, and interest in the
vehicle and is considered as their consent to the sale of the vehicle at a public auction.
If a vehicle has been towed pursuant to the provisions of this section, the towing company and storage
facility must accept as payment for the release of the vehicle the same manner of payment that they would
accept if the owner of the vehicle had requested his vehicle towed.
(B) If the identity of the last registered owner cannot be determined, or if the registration contains no address
for the owner, or if it is impossible to determine with reasonable certainty the identity and addresses of all
lienholders, notice by one publication in one newspaper of general circulation in the area where the vehicle
was abandoned is sufficient to meet all requirements of notice pursuant to this article. The notice by
publication may contain multiple listings of abandoned vehicles. This notice must be within the time
requirements prescribed for notice by registered or certified mail and must have the same contents required
for a notice by registered or certified mail.
(C) A lienholder is not subject to a criminal penalty imposed by law in this State for abandonment unless the
vehicle is abandoned by the lienholder or his agent or if a false statement or report to a law enforcement
officer is made as provided by Section 16-17-722. The owner of a vehicle which has been stolen, whether or
not the vehicle was subsequently abandoned, is liable for:
(1) actual recovery and towing charges; and
(2) storage costs that accrue beginning seven days after the vehicle was towed.
The law enforcement agency must, within two days after the vehicle's towing, notify the owner that the
vehicle has been recovered, provide the owner with the location of the vehicle, and explain that daily storage
charges will begin to accrue if the vehicle is not reclaimed within seven days of the towing date.
A vehicle is considered to be stolen when the registered owner notifies a police officer and files a report
which is accepted and placed on the records of the sheriff or chief of police as a stolen vehicle. The law
enforcement agency that requested the tow must provide the towing company and storage facility, at no cost
to the towing company and storage facility, the owner's name and address. A law enforcement agency is not
liable for any costs or fees associated with the towing and storage of a vehicle as provided by this section.
(D) The court may order restitution from a person convicted of stealing a vehicle to cover the costs
associated with the recovery, towing, and storage of the vehicle.
HISTORY: 1962 Code Section 46-490.13; 1972 (57) 2459; 1989 Act No. 159, Section 1; 2002 Act No. 195,
Section 5; 2003 Act No. 71, Section 4; 2004 Act No. 269, Section 3.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-20
AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH
DAVIS & FLOYD
WHEREAS, in August 2020, the State of South Carolina received a $600 million
settlement as result of litigation against the U.S. Department of Energy related to plutonium
located at the Savannah River Site (SRS); and
WHEREAS, in July 2022, the State FY 2022-23 Appropriations Act, proviso 118.19
(72)appropriated a portion of the litigation settlement funds to the City of North Augusta for,
among other projects, $2,000,000 for a Regional Solid Waste Transfer Station; and
WHEREAS, City Council passed Resolution 2022-55 which formally acknowledged
this and other City projects selected for funding and designated allocations to be held in Fund
36 until expenditures were made in accordance with Council approval; and
WHEREAS, in December 2022, following the City’s purchasing ordinance, a
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) was posted on the City’s website seeking “professional
design services for the purposes of obtaining permits, developing plans and specifications for
the construction of a new Solid Waste Transfer Station” with the ultimate intention to award
a Design-Bid-Build contract; and
WHEREAS, in January 2023, three responses to the RFQ were received, reviewed
and evaluated by a submission review committee and ultimately Davis & Floyd was selected
as the winning vendor; and
WHEREAS, in February 2023, the City was advised that Aiken County would
disperse project funding only upon receipt and approval of a “Draw Request” as cash advance
or reimbursement; and
WHEREAS, in May 2023, the City submitted a “Draw Request” for a cash advance
for $199,650 to Aiken County to cover the full costs of contracting with Davis & Floyd; and
WHEREAS, the City will submit future cash advance “Draw Requests” to Aiken
County construction costs and other requirements to complete this project, in conjunction
with following the City’s purchasing ordinance regarding City administrative and Council
approvals; and
WHEREAS, funds totaling $1,800,350 remain to be drawn for implementation of the
project, to include facility construction and acquisition of capital equipment.
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.A contract shall be awarded to Davis & Floyd for design, permitting, engineering,
project management and limited construction services.
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2. The City Administrator is authorized to execute such documents as necessary to
enter into the contract.
3. Contract costs shall not exceed $199,650 from Fund 36 - Savannah River
Settlement Appropriations Act.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS ______ DAY OF JUNE,
2023.
Briton S. Williams, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jamie Paul, City Clerk
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