June 25, 2025 · Zoning & BAR Committee

Advocacy: HVA Comments on the Citywide Zoning Code Rewrite

The Zoning & BAR Committee submitted neighborhood comments on Charleston's comprehensive zoning code update, focused on building height, scale, and historic character in Harleston Village.

Charleston’s comprehensive zoning code rewrite could reshape building height, design standards, and allowable uses across the city — with direct implications for Harleston Village’s traditional scale, walkability, and historic character.

The Zoning & BAR Committee reviewed the draft and submitted formal comments on behalf of the neighborhood, advocating for:

Height and massing standards that respect the existing streetscape
Protections for the historic district and its setbacks
Clear review pathways for projects affecting the village

We’ll keep members posted as the process moves forward. If you’d like to get involved, reach out — committee input is open to members.