Real Estate Law in Daniel Island, SC

Here are the developments before the various City of Charleston boards and committees this week, as well as results, if any, from the prior week’s items specific to Daniel Island and the Cainhoy area.

More detailed agendas and results can be found at charleston-sc.gov/agendacenter.

UPCOMING: TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

Nov. 13: Thomas Island Subdivision – Proposed 42-lot conservation development on 17.99 acres at 100 Sands Preserve Drive, Cainhoy. TMS: B2750000004. Owner: Clouter Creek Reserve LLC. Applicant: Seamon, Whiteside & Associates, Inc. Contact: Zak Wortman, [email protected].

Nov. 13: Point Hope Capstone – Proposed mixed-use development with 323 units on 23.4 acres at 1260 Clements Ferry Road, Cainhoy. TMS: B2620000028. Owner: Capstone Collegiate Communities. Applicant: Thomas & Hutton Engineering. Contact: Bryce Lemon, [email protected].

Nov. 13: Cainhoy Del Webb - Amenity Center – Proposed new amenity center on 8.9 acres at 2250 Wright Brothers Drive, Cainhoy. TMS: B2630601186. Owner: Pulte Home Company LLC. Applicant: Thomas & Hutton Engineering. Contact: Steven Roach, [email protected]

Nov. 13: Atlantic St. Thomas Sportsman Island Drive - Proposed preliminary plat and road construction plans for future development on 7.28 acres at 2815 Clements Ferry Road, Cainhoy. TMS: B2710002169. Owner: MSPSRE. Applicant: Sitecast, LLC. Contact: Jacob Cordray, [email protected].

UPCOMING: PLANNING COMMISSION

Nov. 19: 1526 Clements Ferry Road - Cainhoy – Request zoning to General Business from Residential on .38 acres in Charleston County. TMS: 2680000043 Owner: Seven Sticks LLC.

RESULTS: TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

Nov. 6: Daniel Island Self Storage - Proposed revisions to previously approved TRC plan on 21.77 acres at 460 Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island. TMS: B2750000179. Owner: Daniel Island Self Storage LLC. Applicant: Thomas & Hutton. Contact: Brian Riley, [email protected]. Results: Revise and return.

Nov. 6: Point Hope Commercial - Parcel 0 - Proposed new commercial development at 1236 Clements Ferry Road on three acres. TMS: B2620000028. Owner: Seven Sticks LLC. Applicant: C Baker Engineering, LLC. Contact: Jessica Meyers, [email protected]. Results: Revise and Return.

As the Lowcountry prepares for its municipal elections on Tuesday, Nov. 4, voters will have the opportunity to select the city’s next Commissioner of Public Works, a role central to maintaining the city’s infrastructure.

Two candidates, Kathleen Wilson and Barbara Acobe, are seeking the nonpartisan office, which oversees the installation, upkeep and repair of water and sewer infrastructure. The six-year term gives the winner a long horizon to shape Charleston priorities surrounding public health and environmental protection.

Kathleen Wilson: Experience and forward planning

Current commissioner Kathleen Wilson, who has served on the Charleston Water System board since 2020, emphasizes preparation and infrastructure reliability.

“Charleston Water System has multiple challenges on multiple fronts. Customers often ask why rates are going up each year. There are the obvious causes, such as increased costs in everything that we do – goods and services purchased and the huge cost of maintaining our thousands of miles of infrastructure – but we constantly seek new and better materials in every aspect of this infrastructure, from new materials for water and sewage lines to reliable pump stations and ensuring that our product – finished, treated water – is as pristine as we can make it.”

Wilson highlighted the complexity of keeping water flowing in a growing city.

“We test constantly throughout our system, 120 or so tests each month, and the CWS operation runs 24/7/365. We anticipate issues, whether it is a sudden line break or strategically thinking through major capital projects.” She also noted the ongoing replacement of lead lines on the peninsula, ensuring homeowners receive new lines at no cost.

Facing future pressures, Wilson pointed to the Lowcountry Rapid Transit project, which will require costly relocations of water mains.

“This tremendous unfunded liability will force CWS to go to the bond markets. This greatly alters our capital projects plans and the ability to get smaller projects, less urgent, completed for several years.

"It will also result in additional rate hikes for all existing customers. We have no choice, and this will most likely fall to us. It is these types of occurrences that the public is not aware of that result in truly difficult decisions and increased rates that are not ours but rather poor planning on the part of another governmental agency.”

On balancing infrastructure growth with sustainability and affordability, Wilson stressed careful planning and financial oversight. She cited the $117 million West Ashley sewer tunnel extension, which she described as “a game changer," saying it will serve the area for the next 150 years.

In her bid for re-election, Wilson said, “I am proud to serve this utility and our customer base. We are fiscally sound, we think and plan well, and our staff is second to none. I would like to remain a commissioner and continue doing the quiet work of providing an excellent product, protecting the environment, and doing all at the most efficient cost to our customers.”

Barbara Acobe: Transparency and community-focused planning

Barbara Acobe, a former Charleston Water System employee of over 40 years, centers her campaign on proactive planning, community engagement, and balancing growth with affordability. She highlighted aging infrastructure and water quality concerns as her top priorities.

“(The city’s biggest challenges are) the depletion of our water south, conservation, and the replacement of many of the commissioner's water and sewer mains, which are nearing 100 years old,” she said. “To tackle this, I propose a thorough assessment of how growth affects our systems to guide us in identifying key areas for improvement and implementation.”

Acobe also emphasized the need to monitor chemical levels and aging pipes at the Plum Island facility while maintaining compliance with Environmental Protection Agency standards. She outlined a vision for a comprehensive and transparent approach.

“I recommend establishing a comprehensive plan that emphasizes transparency, keeping residents informed about water quality, safety, and any health risks. It's important to equip residents with proactive measures they can take to ensure they have safe water.”

On affordability, she believes in balancing preservation with growth. “I would advocate for a comprehensive plan that predicts future growth rates, has a sensible rate increase structure for all new businesses, seeks more federal and/or state funding for major projects, and funds reasonable solutions to reduce labor and material costs that contribute to rate increases.”

Acobe stressed the importance of coordination with city departments to guide development responsibly. “The city should adopt a transparent and collaborative approach, actively engaging the Department of Health and Environmental Control, as well as the zoning, planning, and preservation departments, to provide input on future development. This collaboration will help address any potential changes in rates that could impact affordability for ratepayers.”

She also emphasized the importance of effective waste management and ongoing maintenance of sewer systems to meet growing demands and control costs.

“I would advocate for gathering input from customers by conducting a comprehensive feasibility analysis of growth trends. This will help address community needs and concerns about affordable rates,” Acobe said, underscoring her focus on practical solutions that balance infrastructure, growth, and affordability.

Here are the developments before the various City of Charleston boards and committees this week, as well as results, if any, from the prior week’s items specific to Daniel Island and the Cainhoy area. More detailed agendas and results can be found at charleston-sc.gov/agendacenter.

UPCOMING: BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS - ZONING

Oct. 7: 0 Pineneedle Way - Cainhoy - Request variance from Sec. 54-824 to allow lot frontage for the subdivision of the property into two single-family residential lots to be less than required (271’ and 291’ proposed, 362’ per lot required). TMS# 263-00-04-035. Owner/Applicant: DJP Homes, LLC.

UPCOMING: TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

Oct. 9: Cainhoy First Light Phase 3 - Road construction project. Proposed revisions to a previously approved TRC at 1625 Clements Ferry Road, Cainhoy. (76 single-family units on 58.1 acres). TMS: B2620000008. Owner: Cainhoy Land & Timber LLC. Applicant: Thomas & Hutton Engineering. Contact: Steven Roach, [email protected].

Oct. 9: Fenland Expansion – Proposed redevelopment of existing parking lot for 24-unit townhome development at 1990 Daniel Island Drive, Daniel Island. TMS: B2750000185. Owner: HP 20000DI LLC. Applicant: LJA Engineering. Contact: Megan Smith, [email protected].

RESULTS: TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

Oct. 2: Atlantic - St. Thomas Site ESP – Proposed early site package for future development on 7.219 acres at 2815 Clements Ferry Road, Cainhoy. TMS: B2710002169. Owner: MSP SRE LLC. Applicant: Sitecast, LLC. Contact: Jacob Cordray, [email protected]. Results: Revise and return.

Oct. 2: Primus Park Subdivision - Proposed preliminary plat and construction plans for future development with 102 units on 59.7 acres, Cainhoy. TMS: B2680000133. Owner: McAlister Togant Clements LLC. Applicant: Thomas & Hutton Engineering. Contact: David Williams, [email protected]. Results: Revise and return.

Oct 2: River Reach Road Improvements - Proposed improvements for an existing road on 4.2 acres at 1220 UT Palm Cove Drive, Cainhoy. TMS: B2690201041. Owner: D.R. Horton Inc. Applicant: Thomas & Hutton Engineering. Contact: David Williams, [email protected]. Results: Revise and return.

Press Release

News provided by: Home Telecom

Home Telecom, the company that first brought fiber to Daniel Island in 2004, is proud to introduce their Tech Giant Internet Plan, designed for households and businesses that demand ultimate performance for work, streaming, security, and gaming—now with fiber speeds up to 5 gigabits per second (Gbps).

This launch reaffirms Home Telecom’s role as the community’s original and most trusted technology leader.

“Home Telecom was the first to bring fiber technology to Daniel Island, and we’re proud to continue that tradition of innovation with the Tech Giant Plan,” said Gina Shuler, vice president of Marketing at Home Telecom. “As a local company with an office and technicians located right here on the island, we’re committed to delivering the best technology and an exceptional experience for customers who need the fastest, most reliable connectivity for work and play.”

The Tech Giant plan is built for power users who stream in 8K, game competitively, or run demanding cloud-based workflows. With symmetrical speeds up to 5 Gbps and capacity for multiple devices, it ensures seamless connectivity for homes and businesses alike.

This future-ready fiber infrastructure enhances lifestyles, supports work-from-home productivity, and adds long-term value to properties while attracting new businesses to the area.

Every Tech Giant Plan includes advanced smart device prioritization via Home Telecom’s managed Wi-Fi app, whole-home coverage with up to three MESH units, and complimentary access to SmartTown Community Wi-Fi—so you stay connected everywhere, inside and out.

About Home Telecom

Home Telecom is an innovative communications provider with a history that spans more than 120 years headquartered in Moncks Corner, SC. Home Telecom provides multi-gig internet, app-based video, next generation security services, home automation, and voice over IP telephone services to residents and businesses in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties of South Carolina. They utilize a variety of state-of-the-art technologies, most notably FTTP technology, making them a leader in providing the fastest broadband internet services in the state.

DANIEL ISLAND, S.C.- The No. 21 Wake Forest men's golf team came out strong in the opening round of the Bryson Invitational in Daniel Island, S.C., finishing the day near the top of the leaderboard heading into Tuesday's second round.

The nationally ranked Demon Deacons carded a 280 (-8), tying with Kansas for second place and sitting just two strokes behind No. 3 Vanderbilt, the current leader.

Junior Tom Haberer and senior Jakob Melin led the way for the Deacs, each carding a four-under 68 in the opening round. Both players recorded six birdies apiece to pace Wake Forest's strong start. Haberer and Melin are tied for second place, just two strokes off the individual lead.

Juniors Kyle Haas and Nicholas Prieto ended the day even-par, and hold a share of 30th place.

Teams will play another 18 holes on Tuesday, October 14. The Deacs will be in the last group off the first tee with players from Vanderbilt and Kansas, with tee times starting at 9:40 a.m.

Live Stats

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Round Two Tee Times

Teams will play another 18 holes on Tuesday, October 14. The Deacs will be in the last group off the first tee with players from Vanderbilt and Kansas, with tee times starting at 9:40 a.m.

10:00- Nicholas Prieto

10:10- Tom Haberer

From Coach Haas:

"We had a very good start on a very difficult day. 68 by both Jakob and Tom were excellent scores today. After the practice round yesterday in the rain and wind, I'm proud of how they played today. It will take an effort like this every day to remain up top with the leaders, but the team has a great attitude and continues to just get better and better. Go Deacs!"

Day One Scores

Team

Wake Forest Team

Wake Forest Individual