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2025 Tide Tables are now available at Seabrook Island Town Hall (2001 Seabrook Island Road) and the SIPOA Administration Office (1202 Landfall Way). Residents may stop by either location during regular business hours to pick up a free copy. A digital copy (PDF) of the 2025 Tide Tables may also be viewed or downloaded on the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) Website. Tide Tables are provided free of charge to residents of the Town of Seabrook Island by the SCDES Bureau of Coastal Management (BCM). For more information, please contact Town Hall by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected].  Joint Kiawah-Seabrook Community Meeting on Proposed Island Park Place Health & Wellness Village12/2/2024
Kiawah Island Mayor Brad Belt and Seabrook Island Mayor Bruce Kleinman will host a joint community meeting on Mon. December 9th, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Kiawah Island Town Hall (4475 Betsy Kerrison Parkway, Kiawah Island). This meeting will provide an opportunity for community members to learn more and ask questions about the proposed Island Park Place Health & Wellness Village on Betsy Kerrison Parkway. Charleston County Council Member Jenny Honeycutt, whose district includes both Kiawah and Seabrook Islands, will participate and be able to address any questions about the County's consideration of the rezoning application. The developer has also been invited to participate and answer questions residents have about the services anticipated to be provided to the community. This meeting will be livestreamed on the Town of Kiawah Island’s YouTube channel for those who are unable to attend in person.  As of November 23, 2024, the town’s “off-peak” season rules pertaining to pets on the beach are now in effect. Pursuant to Section 32-44 of the Town Code, also known “Beach Rules for Pets Ordinance,” the beaches of Seabrook Island are divided into three zones. The requirements for each zone during the “off-peak” season are provided below: Restricted Area (Red)
Limited Restriction Area (Yellow)
General Beach Area (Green)
As a reminder, when an animal is allowed to be off-leash, it must be effectively controlled by a competent person from: (a) entering any area on or adjacent to the beach in which a pet is prohibited; (b) destroying or damaging any property; (c) attacking or threatening to attack any person or any other animal or pet in any manner; or (d) being a nuisance to other beach goers. When a pet is required to be on a leash, it must be restrained using a physical restraint made of cord, rope, strap, chain or other material effective for restraining the type and size of animal to which it is attached. In addition, the physical restraint must be no more than sixteen (16) feet in length, secured to the animal’s collar or harness, and continuously held by a competent person physically capable of restraining the animal. Animals under voice control, or under control of remotely operated devices (such as electronic collars), are considered to be “off leash.” The beaches of Seabrook Island are actively patrolled by code enforcement officers employed by the town. Individuals who are found guilty of violating any ordinance of the town may be subject to fines up to $1,087.50 per offense (including court fees) upon conviction. To report a violation during the off-peak season, please contact Town Hall at (843) 768-9121. The town’s “off-peak” season rules will remain in effect until March 31, 2025.  Thank you to everyone who participated in the Marshfront Management Plan Open House. If you were unable to attend, we welcome your feedback through our online survey, open until Monday, December 2nd. You can access the survey by clicking here.  The Town of Seabrook Island, along with its consultant, Elko Coastal Consulting, will host an open house meeting on Tues. November 19th to receive public feedback as part of our marshfront management planning process. The drop-in style meeting will be held from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at Seabrook Island Town Hall (prior to the Town Council meeting). During the open house, attendees will be asked to share ideas, identify concerns, and provide feedback on various topics affecting the health of marshes and marshfront properties within the Town. Your participation will provide valuable feedback to guide future decisions. Elko Coastal Consulting was engaged by the Town in May 2024 to assist with development of a Marshfront Management Plan (MMP). Under the leadership of the Town’s Environment & Wildlife Committee, the goal of the MMP project is to identify goals and strategies for strengthening the resilience and health of marsh resources and marshfront properties within the Town. While the Town has had a Comprehensive Beachfront Management Plan for more than 30 years, this is the first time the Town has undertaken a comprehensive planning process for its marshfront areas. Individuals who are unable to attend the drop-in meeting in person are encouraged to participate in our online survey. The survey will remain open until Mon. December 2nd.  Are you interested in serving on a town board, commission or committee? The Mayor and Council are currently soliciting applications from citizen volunteers for appointment to the following bodies: Accommodations Tax (ATAX) Advisory Committee
Planning Commission
Public Safety Committee
If you are interested in being considered for appointment, please submit a Volunteer Application Form by clicking the link below: Applications will be kept on file with the Town Clerk for a period of two years. If you have any questions about volunteering with the town, please contact us by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at [email protected]. The Town of Seabrook Island values equity and inclusion and seeks to appoint board, commission and committee members that reflect the diversity of our community. The Town of Seabrook Island does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, age, race, color, national origin, religion, military/veteran status, or disability
On October 23, 2024, Town Council adopted Emergency Ordinance 2024-01 in an effort to protect beachgoers (and their pets) from hazards resulting from the ongoing sand scraping and seawall repair projects. Effective immediately, the following temporary rules are now in effect: Temporary Beach Rules for Pets
Temporary Rules for Beach Fires
Temporary Beach Closures
The provisions of Emergency Ordinance 2024-01 will expire on December 22, 2024, unless extended by Town Council.    One week from today, the Town of Seabrook Island will have the First Reading on the Short-Term Rental & Related Ordinances on Monday, October 28, 2024, at 9:30 am. The First Reading is open to the public, and will take place at Kiawah Island Town Hall, 4475 Betsy Kerrison Parkway, Johns Island, SC on the following ordinances:
Ordinance 2024-06: An ordinance amending the Development Standards Ordinance for the Town of Seabrook Island, South Carolina; Article 2, General Provisions; Section 2.1, General Compliance; so as to repeal subsection (e) pertaining to the placement and storage of trash, litter, and junk on premises within the town; Article 8; Seabrook Island Road Overlay District; so as to rename the title of the article to “Overlay Districts” and to incorporate provisions related to the establishment of a Short-Term Rental Overlay District; Article 9, Conditional Use Requirements; Section 9.4, Specific Use Requirements; Subsection O, Short-Term Rental; so as to amend the conditional use requirements for short-term rental units operating within the Town; Article 12; Parking and Loading; Section 12.4, Design Requirements; Subsection B, Parking Construction and Development; Paragraph 7, Lighting; so as to amend the reference to the correct subsection; and Appendix E, Fee Schedule; so as to update the schedule of fees to reflect changes relating to permitting requirements and procedures for short-term rental units within the town
Ordinance 2024-07: An ordinance amending the Official Zoning District Map of the Town of Seabrook Island to reflect the location of the Short-Term Rental Overlay District
Ordinance 2024-08: An ordinance amending the Town Code for the Town of Seabrook Island; Chapter 8, Businesses and Business Regulations; Article I, Business License; Section 8-21, Classification and Rates; so as to amend the rates for class 9.2 businesses (Short-Term Rental Units) for the License Year beginning May 1, 2025
Ordinance 2024-09: An ordinance amending the Town Code for the Town of Seabrook Island, South Carolina; Chapter 18, Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions; so as to establish regulations pertaining to trash, litter and debris; illegal dumping; the parking of vehicles and equipment; the operation of small unmanned aircraft; and other matters related thereto
Copies of the proposed ordinances may be viewed by clicking the links above. The ordinances may also be viewed at Town Hall during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). Watch Live Stream Video The meeting will be live streamed on the town’s YouTube channel: Click here for Live Stream On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, the Mayor and Council of the Town of Seabrook Island held a public hearing on four proposed ordinances related to Short-Term Rental Units within the town. A video from the public hearing may be accessed below. Town Council will give first reading consideration to all four ordinances during a Special Called meeting on Mon. October 28, 2024, at 9:30 AM. The meeting will take place at Kiawah Island Town Hall (4475 Betsy Kerrison Parkway) and will be open to the public. Copies of each of the four ordinances may be viewed below. Ordinance 2024-06: An ordinance amending the Development Standards Ordinance for the Town of Seabrook Island, South Carolina; Article 2, General Provisions; Section 2.1, General Compliance; so as to repeal subsection (e) pertaining to the placement and storage of trash, litter, and junk on premises within the town; Article 8; Seabrook Island Road Overlay District; so as to rename the title of the article to “Overlay Districts” and to incorporate provisions related to the establishment of a Short-Term Rental Overlay District; Article 9, Conditional Use Requirements; Section 9.4, Specific Use Requirements; Subsection O, Short-Term Rental; so as to amend the conditional use requirements for short-term rental units operating within the Town; Article 12; Parking and Loading; Section 12.4, Design Requirements; Subsection B, Parking Construction and Development; Paragraph 7, Lighting; so as to amend the reference to the correct subsection; and Appendix E, Fee Schedule; so as to update the schedule of fees to reflect changes relating to permitting requirements and procedures for short-term rental units within the town
Ordinance 2024-07: An ordinance amending the Official Zoning District Map of the Town of Seabrook Island to reflect the location of the Short-Term Rental Overlay District
Ordinance 2024-08: An ordinance amending the Town Code for the Town of Seabrook Island; Chapter 8, Businesses and Business Regulations; Article I, Business License; Section 8-21, Classification and Rates; so as to amend the rates for class 9.2 businesses (Short-Term Rental Units) for the License Year beginning May 1, 2025
Ordinance 2024-09: An ordinance amending the Town Code for the Town of Seabrook Island, South Carolina; Chapter 18, Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions; so as to establish regulations pertaining to trash, litter and debris; illegal dumping; the parking of vehicles and equipment; the operation of small unmanned aircraft; and other matters related thereto |
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