2010 Century V Plan Update
The recently adopted 2010 Update of the Century V Plan is now available to download or view online.
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May 16, 2012 Planning Commission Meeting
The next regular meeting of the City of Charleston Planning Commission will occur on Wednesday, May 16 at 5 PM
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May 20 is Bike to Work Day
The City of Charleston is participating in National Bicycle Month in May.
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New West Ashley Greenway Plan
The City of Charleston recently unveiled a new vision for the West Ashley Greenway. The plan includes a detailed description of each unique segment of the 8-mile long greenway and proposed improvements along it.
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Charleston Green Plan
Just as 20th century Charlestonians are remembered for preserving our magnificent buildings, 21st century Charlestonians will be remembered for protecting this region’s landscape and natural systems through the Charleston Green Plan. Prosperity and sustainability go hand in hand.
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Green Business Challenge
The goals of Charleston’s voluntary Green Business Challenge (GBC) are to improve the performance of commercial and institutional buildings and their operations through reducing energy and water consumption, and waste reduction.
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Johns Island Community Plan
The Johns Island Community Plan is now available for download. The plan was ratified by City Council in November 2007.
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Did You Know...?
One EPA report indicates higher density development has much less impact on water quality than sprawling, suburban development. Check out the report at the
EPA website.
Daily View - Free Parking
This is the bicycle rack at Fleet Landing, a new restaurant on the Cooper River downtown. Bicycling can combine convenience and recreation. Providing facilities for bicycles and pedestrians is an important part of any transportation network plan.
Daily Message
The majority of the sprawl in this country is produced by those who are fleeing from sprawl. --Alex Krieger
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