Charleston’s cluster development regulations allowed developers to bypass density limits elsewhere in the zoning code provided a fixed percentage (about 40-50% of a total development) remained open as common space set aside and deeded to the city as a park. The provision sunsetted in 2020.
Policy Details:
Locale: Charleston, South Carolina [Southeast]
Climate zone: Zone 3A: Warm Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [50-150K]
Citation:
Charleston, South Carolina Land Use Regulations § 54-299.11 to 54-299.20.




