@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialBusiness owners in Beaufort are rallying to preserve Planned Unit Developments, pointing to their potential for job creation and economic growth while demanding greater public engagement in city planning.
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialBeaufort City Council is considering a temporary halt on new multifamily projects to align development codes and comprehensive plans, sparking debate over exemptions and timeline!
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialA council member has proposed a groundbreaking regional GIS growth-tracker that could revolutionize how infrastructure capacity is assessed before development approvals.
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialOver 220,000 visits were recorded in Beaufort's social district pilot, but could the busy weekend traffic be masking its true impact?
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialThe Downtown Advisory Board is grappling with liability concerns as confusion over the pilot social district leaves businesses on edge and customers bewildered.
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialBeaufort's Northwest Quadrant Historic Task Force is on a mission to transform vacant properties into vibrant community assets, but they face tough challenges in prioritizing what to save.
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialBeaufort's ATAX committee is making strategic cuts to tourism grants while prioritizing year-round marketing, aiming to boost visitor spending despite a $0.6 million budget shortfall.
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialLocal commissioners are raising alarms over new state rules that could allow nonprofit multifamily projects to bypass property taxes, potentially impacting revenue—should a moratorium be on the table?
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialA local resident is pushing for a professional study of marina options amid concerns over secretive lease talks with Safe Harbor.
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialBeaufort has officially adopted the 2026 Lowcountry Hazard Mitigation Plan, ensuring enhanced safety measures against hurricanes, flooding, and tornadoes while securing access to vital FEMA funding.
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialBeaufort County's council has sparked controversy over a $780 million transportation resolution as concerns about budget discrepancies and oversight emerge.
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialA bold new roadmap for Beaufort's downtown is on the table, featuring nine innovative strategies to elevate commerce and connectivity—are you ready to transform your city?
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@citizenptnewssc.bsky.socialBeaufort's social-district pilot is set to continue, but concerns over liability laws could change the game for local businesses!
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