Information for Developers

  1. Affordable Housing
  2. Affordable Housing Definition
  3. Affordable Housing Designation
  4. Financial Assistance
  5. Incentive Zoning
  6. Development Opportunities
  7. Fee Waivers & Sustainability
  8. Expedited Permitting
  9. Staff Support

The Department of Housing and Community Development works closely with nonprofit and for-profit developers to assist in their efforts to create affordable housing.

The City assists developers in a number of ways, including, financial assistance, incentive zoning, development opportunities, expedited permitting, and staff support.

Developers are strongly encouraged to review this information available online to understand incentives and the assistance that potentially may be available.

Please contact Geona Shaw Johnson, Director, at 843-724-3768 or johnsong@charleston-sc.gov with any questions.