Just Beachy Golf Cart Rentals:
The Unforgettable Way to Enjoy North Charleston
Located 20 minutes from downtown Charleston, North Charleston is one of the most sought-after destinations in South Carolina for rest, relaxation, and rediscovery. Set in a stunning location of white sandy beaches, clean waters, and enchanting wildlife, North Charleston mixes all-natural vistas with the excitement of world-class recreation. With championship golfing opportunities, a thriving arts scene, spas, resorts, and award-winning restaurants, having fun on North Charleston is non-negotiable. When mixed with the sights and sounds of Mother Nature, North Charleston is the perfect place to unwind in an unforgettable setting.
At seven miles long and one mile wide, getting around North Charleston is uniquely fun. There's just one issue - what's the best way to get around such an idyllic island?
For most people, the answer to that question is super-convenient, super-fun golf cart rentals in North Charleston, SC, provided by Just Beachy Golf Cart Rentals. With the ability to drive 24 hours a day with no road restrictions, no other form of transportation will let you experience "the island life" quite like one of our street-legal golf carts.
In fact, with Just Beachy's golf cart rentals, you can zip from a sun-filled adventure on the beach to a restaurant with mouth-watering eats in just minutes. With a wide variety of golf carts and low-speed vehicles to choose from, finding fun, reliable transportation is easy as pie.
The Just Beachy Difference
At Just Beachy Golf Cart Rentals, we are committed to providing you with the best golf cart rentals in North Charleston, SC. Unlike some golf cart rental companies, who only see customers as numbers and transactions, our team wants your vacation to be fun and memorable. To facilitate that goal, we do everything in our power to make your golf cart rental experience easy and efficient.
Whether you choose to rent a luxury four-person golf cart in IOP's Wild Dunes Resort or a six-person golf cart in North Charleston, we've got you covered. Looking for a multi-day golf cart rental in Sullivan's Island? We've got a cart with your name on it.
At Just Beachy Golf Cart Rentals, you can rest easy knowing your vehicle is a high-quality cart. That's because we only use new models and premium options within our rental fleet. With some of the best cart rental prices on the island and no delivery fees, booking with Just Beachy is a no-brainer.
Need help figuring out where to start your adventure on the North Charleston? As full-time residents, our family is here to help during your stay if you have any questions or concerns. We know all the best spots for food, fun, and long days in the sun - simply send us a message, and we'd be happy to point you in the right direction. Because, at the end of the day, we're here to serve you as best we can - that way, you can make memories and see the islands from a vantage point you've never experienced before. North Charleston transportation is easy with Just Beachy golf carts.
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Our low-speed vehicles in North Charleston come with many standard features and advantages, including:
- Street Legal with No Driving Restrictions
- Four and Six Passenger Golf Cart Rental Options
- Premium Seating with Front-Facing and Rear-Facing Seats
- Long-Range Battery Options Available
- Safety Features Include Headlights, Taillights, Seatbelts, Turn Signals, and More

About Just Beachy Golf Cart Rentals in North Charleston, SC
Whether you're staying in North Charleston, Sullivan's Island, or Wild Dunes Resort, driving a golf cart or LSV is the best way to cruise around town. They're quick, efficient, and easy to use. Perhaps even more important is that our golf carts and LSVs are all electric.
As long-time residents, we prefer to keep North Charleston and the surrounding area clean and clear of smog. That way, our guests can disconnect and get back to nature without the rumbles and worries of gas-powered carts. After all - smelly, noisy gas carts can detract from the calm ambiance and amazing views that North Charleston is known to have.
Unlike gas carts, our electric carts are nearly noiseless and don't need gas to go. Our electric carts are also typically faster than gas options, making electric the faster, eco-friendlier choice when visiting North Charleston.
Our golf cart rentals on North Charleston, SC are:
- Convenient - Renting a golf cart is quick, easy, and the most convenient way to take in the sights and sounds of the North Charleston. Plus, you get direct access to local businesses and beaches without trying to maneuver a car or SUV.
- Local - When you rent a golf cart from Just Beachy, it's much easier to see and experience all there is to do on North Charleston. As an added bonus, you'll fit right in with the locals, many of whom will welcome you to the neighborhood.
- Fun - This is the best reason to rent with Just Beachy! Whether you're heading out for a long day at the beach or just need to run to the grocery store, nothing beats the feeling you get on an LSV or golf cart.

Benefits of Renting a Golf Cart or LSV On North Charleston
Utilizing a golf cart or LSV to travel around North Charleston isn't just fun - it also benefits your trip. Using a golf cart or LSV makes it much easier to access parking. That's especially true in our downtown district, where many parking spaces are metered. When it's time to enjoy one of the many restaurants on North Charleston, be sure to use the designated golf cart parking at Ocean Blvd and JC Long Blvd to avoid the hassles, headaches, and costs of traditional parking.
Just Beachy Golf Cart Rentals Pro Tip:
The Dinghy beach pub has a couple of designated golf cart spots within their parking area. If you decide to rent an LSV, you can also take it to Sullivans Island, which makes parking much easier.
When traveling North and South on the North Charleston, try to drive on Cameron Blvd and Hartnett Blvd when possible. Both options are less traveled than Palm or Waterway Blvd. and have a speed limit of 25 MPH. Waterway is a great option for traveling North and South, but you may run into more vehicular traffic. South of the Connector, try driving on Carolina Blvd or Ocean Blvd. Regardless of how you utilize them, an LSV or golf cart in North Charleston, SC, is super convenient and loads of fun during your stay.

Benefits of Renting a Golf Cart or LSV On Sullivans Island
As is the case with North Charleston, choosing to rent a golf cart or LSV during your stay in Sullivans Island comes with many benefits. Like other areas, parking and getting around, in general, is just more manageable with a golf cart instead of a large car or SUV. If you rent a cart or LSV from Just Beachy but you're staying on Sullivans Island, you can bring your rental to the North Charleston and enjoy many of the same benefits.
Just Beachy Golf Cart Rentals Pro Tip:
If you plan on exploring the length of Sullivans Island, be sure to use Ion Ave and Atlantic Ave when possible. Both options are less traveled than Middle Street. They also have a speed limit of 25 MPH. Conversely, on Middle Street, the speed limit is 35 MPH. If you travel this road, you'll have to pull over so that faster cars can pass you. This can happen often and can ruin your otherwise enthralling drive. Regardless of how you use them or wear you take them, renting an LSV or golf cart on Sullivans Island is a great choice for everyone involved.

Benefits of Renting a Golf Cart or LSV On Sullivans Island
At Just Beachy Golf Cart Rentals, we want our guests to have the most fun, memorable experience possible when they visit. For that reason, it's important you keep these overall rental guidelines in mind.
- If you're the primary renter of one of our golf carts, you must be 25 years of age or older and have a valid driver's license to operate our carts.
- If any else will be driving a golf cart rental, they must be 21 years of age or older and have a valid driver's license.
- You must uphold and be compliant with all government regulations and laws when using a golf cart rental or LSV rental.
- You cannot have more people on your golf cart rental than the installed and designed seating capacity.
- Alcoholic drinks are not permitted in our LSVs or golf cart rentals. You may not operate any cart while under the influence.
- We only rent carts to single-family homes or townhomes. We do not rent to multi-story condos or hotels. Other locations inside Wild Dunes do not allow cart rentals. Additionally, regular golf cart rentals are not allowed in the Wild Dunes community. This area only permits street-legal LSV rentals.
The Best Places to Take Your Golf Cart Rental in North Charleston, SC
On the North Charleston, life is slower and simpler than the frantic pace found in nearby towns. So, if you're looking for a true beach vacation with few interruptions, North Charleston is the right place. With a fantastic coastal community, pristine beaches, and resorts, North Charleston boasts some of the best golf, fishing, sailing, and overall recreation on the east coast.
Of course, one of the North Charleston' key attractions isn't a roller coaster or concert venue - it's peace and quiet. Instead of jacked-up trucks and noisy supercars, this barrier island's laid-back atmosphere is embodied by golf cart rentals. In fact, many local attractions and establishments make special accommodations for golf cart renters, such as prime parking areas and discounts.
To help you make the most out of your visit, be sure to consider these popular places to take your Just Beachy golf cart rental.

Beach Bars and Dives
North Charleston' beach bars and nightlife generally mimic what the island is known for: laid-back, beachy vibes with no worries in the world. Whether you're interested in a rooftop bar, a low-key dive, or something in between, it's easy to get around with golf cart rentals from Just Beachy.

The Windjammer
Great for beachfront drinks and quick bites to eat, The Windjammer is an IOP staple that sits directly on the beach. If you're looking for a lively place to sit and spend time, this is the choice for you. As an added bonus, dogs are welcome at this bar, so after a walk or jog on the beach, relax with your furry friend at this popular location.

Coconut Joe's Beach Grill
This fun spot features a rooftop bar and fresh seafood for you and your friends to feast upon. Another staple of North Charleston, you can often catch live music and more on weekends throughout the year.

The Dinghy
You can't go bar hopping on IOP without swinging by The Dinghy. This longtime bar is known for its selection of craft brews on tap. With a giant screened-in porch, plenty of TVs, games, and happy hour events, The Dinghy has everything you need for a night out.

Restaurants and Eateries
After a long day at the beach with your friends and family, it's time to hop in one of our golf cart rentals in North Charleston, SC, and grab some food. After all, indulging in local cuisine is one of the best parts of being on vacation!

Long Island Cafe
A combo of coastal decor and an amazing food menu make this restaurant one you must try. Ask around, and locals will tell you the same thing - Long Island Cafe has been serving up fresh food since 1986. Try their specials and don't forget to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Sea Biscuit Cafe
If waking up early and getting breakfast is your preferred way to start the day, you've got to try the Sea Biscuit Cafe. This cash-only spot is ultra-popular and features everything from breakfast classics to Lowcountry exclusives. Fuel up and get ready for a fun day zipping around on your golf cart rental!

Coda Del Pesce
If you're looking to impress that special someone, this upscale restaurant is for you. With fresh-made Italian-inspired seafood dishes and an elegant ambiance, you'll need to book reservations well in advance of your trip to dine here.

Golf Courses
If you're a golf lover, you may never want to leave North Charleston once you discover its nearby golf courses. North Charleston is home to two world-renowned courses, both located in the resort community of Wild Dunes. This laid-back community is a fantastic place to stay during your visit and is very golf-cart friendly.

The Harbor Course
Designed by legendary golf course architect Tom Fazio, The Harbor mixes a challenging design with stunning sights and views. It's also known for its water features and includes salt marshes and lagoons, pushing the limits of your skills.

The Links Course
This course was Tom Fazio's first golf course design. It has stood the test of time with rolling fairways, rustling palms, and a finishing hole that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean.
Your First Choice for Golf Cart Rentals in North Charleston, SC
If you're searching for an unforgettable vacation in the prettiest of locations, thousands of visitors agree each year that the North Charleston is the place to go. From sun-filled days lounging by the beach to fine dining and everything in between, there's no shortage of new adventures to discover. And when it's time for new discoveries and unforgettable memories, renting an LSV or golf cart is the best way to get there.
Call or click today to learn more about Just Beachy Golf Cart Rentals or to get started booking your golf cart or LSV. We would be honored to serve you!

Latest News in North Charleston, SC
The North Charleston Performing Arts Center's Best of Broadway Series Hosts 'Select Your Seat' Open House Party
Stephi Wildhttps://www.broadwayworld.com/south-carolina/article/The-North-Charleston-Performing-Arts-Centers-Best-of-Broadway-Series-Hosts-Select-Your-Seat-Open-House-Party-20230526
The North Charleston Performing Arts Center’s Best of Broadway series will host its annual “Select Your Seat” open house party on Tuesday, June 6, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Broadway fans are invited to come out and “select their seats” for the 2023 – 2024 season. The party features live music, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a wine tasting, giveaways, and backstage tours. The first 100 people through the door will receive a free MEAN GIRLS coffee mug. The party and parking are free.For fans ...
The North Charleston Performing Arts Center’s Best of Broadway series will host its annual “Select Your Seat” open house party on Tuesday, June 6, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Broadway fans are invited to come out and “select their seats” for the 2023 – 2024 season. The party features live music, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a wine tasting, giveaways, and backstage tours. The first 100 people through the door will receive a free MEAN GIRLS coffee mug. The party and parking are free.
For fans who are unable to attend the open house party, season tickets are on sale now and available online at www.NorthCharlestonColiseumPAC.com or by calling the season ticket hotline at (843) 202-ARTS (2787). Single show tickets will go on sale at a later date.
The national tours of HADESTOWN and SIX will make their Lowcountry premieres part of the 2023 – 2024 Best of Broadway season at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. HADESTOWN performances are January 2 – 7, 2024 and SIX performances are March 12 – 17, 2024. Each show will offer eight performances.
The Best of Broadway series will welcome five additional shows including: COME FROM AWAY (October 20 – 22, 2023); PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL (December 1 – 3, 2023); MY FAIR LADY (February 9 – 11, 2024); and MEAN GIRLS (April 26 – 28, 2024). In addition, STOMP (May 10 – 11, 2024) returns as a special bonus. All performances are at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center.
The best way to secure your seats to all of the 2023 – 2024 shows is to become a Best of Broadway season ticket holder. Season tickets are on sale now. Season ticket packages start at only $318. Tickets are available by calling (843) 202-ARTS (2787) or online at www.NorthCharlestonColiseumPAC.com. Installment payment plans for season ticket packages are available. You can reserve season tickets for just $50 down. Individual show tickets will go on sale at a later date.
In addition to having the same seat for all performances, Best of Broadway season ticket holders enjoy many other benefits such as free parking to season shows, priority access to tickets for North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center events before they go on public sale and special discounts & offers.
"The stage is set for an epic season!" exclaimed Mayor Keith Summey of the City of North Charleston. "With the 2023 – 2024 Best of Broadway season, we're bringing the hottest shows straight from the Big Apple to our very own North Charleston Performing Arts Center. Theater enthusiasts from across the Lowcountry and beyond are in for a sensational experience at our exquisite North Charleston Performing Arts Center. The hits just keep coming, and we're thrilled to bring the magic of Broadway to our vibrant city!"
“Once again, along with our promoter partner The Nederlander Organization, we’ve curated the biggest and best shows for our 2023 – 2024 Best of Broadway season,” said North Charleston Performing Arts Center General Manager Frank Lapsley. We are certain our season tickets holders will love all of the fantastic shows in what promises to be our best season ever.”
The Best of Broadway series features the best in national touring Broadway shows and is presented by the Nederlander Producing Company of America and the North Charleston Performing Arts Center.
New Theater Work on Unsung Civil Rights Hero Robert Smalls Debuts in Charleston
Building upon a commitment to commissioning and producing ambitious, multidisciplinary performances and programming that uplifts stories of underappreciated heroes from the South, the Charleston Gaillard Center announced details for its world premiere of Finding Freedom: The Journey of Robert Smalls written by Teralyn Reiter, the performing arts center’s first theatrical commission which will be performed in Charleston, SC this coming October for the public and thousands of students.
GOD OF CARNAGE Comes to the Warehouse Theatre
Fourteen years since Yasmina Reza’s play won the Tony Award and the Olivier Award for Best Comedy, this comedy of manners without the manners still delivers on all amusing fronts. When a playground altercation between eleven-year-old boys brings together two sets of Brooklyn parents for a meeting to resolve the matter, diplomatic niceties are observed…initially.
HADESTOWN, SIX, and More Set For Broadway Season at North Charleston Performing Arts Center
The national tours of HADESTOWN and SIX will make their Lowcountry premieres part of the 2023-2024 Best of Broadway season at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. HADESTOWN performances are January 2 – 7, 2024 and SIX performances are March 12 – 17, 2024. Each show will offer eight performances.
WICKED Single Show Tickets On Sale At The Peace Center This Friday
WICKED, the region's most popular musical, returns to the Peace Center in Greenville August 2-20. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, May 19 at 10:00 a.m. EDT.
Editorial: N Charleston case underscores need for better ethics oversight
THE EDITORIAL STAFFhttps://www.postandcourier.com/opinion/editorials/editorial-n-charleston-case-underscores-need-for-better-ethics-oversight/article_2bd6d0a4-f8ff-11ed-a48c-c734f0f2936d.html
As we await an explanation for the North Charleston Sewer District’s unexplained decision to stop letting a city official live rent-free on its Stall Road property, it’s worth taking a moment to consider how City Councilwoman Rhonda Jerome was able to keep getting reelected year after year while the arrangement continued.It’s not because she didn’t report it. I...
As we await an explanation for the North Charleston Sewer District’s unexplained decision to stop letting a city official live rent-free on its Stall Road property, it’s worth taking a moment to consider how City Councilwoman Rhonda Jerome was able to keep getting reelected year after year while the arrangement continued.
It’s not because she didn’t report it. It’s because the S.C. State Ethics Commission has neither the mandate nor the staff to ensure that elected officials report their income, perks and gifts correctly, which Ms. Jerome has not done since 2017. And it looks as though she accidentally stopped completing her annual statements of economic interests correctly because of a change the commission made.
The result is that anyone looking up her past six statements would learn only that she received some unspecified amount of income in the form of “use of property” from the Sewer Commission. While a determined political opponent might dig deeper to find out what that means, it’s nowhere near enough information to conjure up the idea of “free land to live on, along with electricity and water bills paid.”
That’s because Ms. Jerome has been reporting the arrangement as “Private Income” instead of “Income from an SC Governmental Entity,” which it obviously was. And although state law appropriately requires elected officials to report the amount of money they receive from governmental entities, it requires them to report only the source and type, but not the amount, of income from non-governmental sources. That makes it much more difficult for voters to detect possible conflicts of interest — which is the main purpose of these reporting requirements.
It’s worth noting that Ms. Jerome listed the value of the land use on her earlier statements: $4,800 a year, or $400 a month. That figure is probably out of date — it should have been updated regularly to reflect the increasing value of not having to pay rent or utilities to live on the property — but assuming it’s ballpark, it provides enough information for people to get a sense of what was going on. She told us that when she first ran for office in 1999, this was how the Ethics Commission advised her to handle the free land and utilities, which she and her husband had received long before her election, in return for providing some level of security for the property.
She said she didn’t realize she had changed the way she was reporting the arrangement, and on Thursday she was still waiting for the Ethics Commission to respond to an inquiry she made after we questioned her about her reports. Of course, this was such an obvious mistake that she wouldn’t have to wait if the Ethics Commission reviewed the reports to make sure they’re completed properly: It would have caught the mistake years ago.
Although it probably made sense to allow the Jeromes to live on the property initially, in order to protect the Sewer Commission’s investment in trucks and other equipment on the site, it’s hard to imagine that their presence still provides much value: The site is now much more secure. So we can see how it would make sense for the commission to rescind the agreement.
But as we noted earlier this month, there was nothing acceptable about the cryptic way the commission took action: in a secret session with absolutely no explanation for why it made what might very well have been a reasonable and even overdue decision, but which the public has every right to believe was, as Ms. Jerome argues, a political move because she is running for mayor against candidates preferred by the commissioners.
We will continue to await an explanation from the Sewer Commission — which hasn’t even posted minutes from its May 8 meeting online. Meantime, we once again urge the Ethics Commission to propose ways to step up its oversight of more than 20,000 ethics and campaign finance reports it receives each year. And we call on the Legislature to adopt those or other changes to help ensure that both people who are trying to comply with the law and those who are not get some guidance to ensure their reports are correct. Because all the reports in the world are useless if they’re not accurate or complete.
9 adults, 3 children displaced after North Charleston fire, officials say
Marissa Lutehttps://www.live5news.com/2023/05/03/13-adults-3-children-displaced-after-beret-st-fire-officials-say/
The North Charleston Fire Department says Ashley Phosphate Road is partially open as crews remain on scene of a fire involving multiple mobile homes.Published: Tue May 02 2023|Updated: Wed May 03 2023NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The North Charleston Fire Department provided updated information Wednesday on a fire that damaged several mobile homes and required the temporary closure of a major roadway late Tuesday afternoon.A total of nine adults and three children have been displaced by the fire, which damaged five hom...
The North Charleston Fire Department says Ashley Phosphate Road is partially open as crews remain on scene of a fire involving multiple mobile homes.
Published: Tue May 02 2023|Updated: Wed May 03 2023
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The North Charleston Fire Department provided updated information Wednesday on a fire that damaged several mobile homes and required the temporary closure of a major roadway late Tuesday afternoon.
A total of nine adults and three children have been displaced by the fire, which damaged five homes on Beret Street, Assistant Fire Chief Chris Rainey said. EMS took one North Charleston firefighter to an area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
The fire department responded to a 911 call at 4:48 p.m. The first crews to arrive at the scene reported heavy smoke and flames coming from a single-family home.
“Crews made entry to extinguish the fire,” Rainey said. “Firefighters encountered heavy fire and heat inside the home. All residents had evacuated the home.”
They spotted fire extending to a second home and Rainey said high-wind conditions hampered efforts to put out the fires and caused flames to spread to three additional homes.
“This fire has been a wind-driven fire,” North Charleston Fire Safety Coordinator Laura Kondor said at the scene Tuesday night.
Firefighters were able to prevent the fire from spreading to a sixth home, Rainey said.
Kondor said the homes affected by the fire were either a complete loss or partially damaged.
John Marlowe lives across the street from where the fire broke out. He said he was doing yard work when he looked up and saw his neighbor’s home engulfed in flames.
“I was just weed-eating the yard and I looked across the street and saw a bunch of flames coming out of a house,” Marlowe said.
He said he ran over and grabbed a water hose, trying to put out the fire, but there wasn’t enough pressure in the hose to help.
“A bunch of houses went on fire; six houses went down and all of them my friends. All of them are without a home now,” Marlowe said.
Officials with the North Charleston Fire Department said there was not enough water supply in the area to support the amount of fire trucks on scene.
Officials said several power lines were also affected.
The fire forced officials to shut down a portion of Ashley Phosphate Road near the Cathedral of Praise to extend fire hoses for several hours, Rainey said.
Investigators are still working to determine the cause of the fire.
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WestRock to Close Paper Mill in North Charleston, South Carolina
Robby Johnsonhttps://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230501005655/en/WestRock-to-Close-Paper-Mill-in-North-Charleston-South-Carolina
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) today announced it will permanently cease operating its paper mill in North Charleston, South Carolina, on August 31, 2023.“WestRock and its predecessor companies have had a long history in the region operating the North Charleston mill, and the contributions of the team members over the years have been greatly appreciated,” said David B. Sewell, chief executive officer at WestRock. “The ...
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) today announced it will permanently cease operating its paper mill in North Charleston, South Carolina, on August 31, 2023.
“WestRock and its predecessor companies have had a long history in the region operating the North Charleston mill, and the contributions of the team members over the years have been greatly appreciated,” said David B. Sewell, chief executive officer at WestRock. “The decision to close a facility and impact the lives of our team members is never easy, and we are committed to assisting our North Charleston team with exploring roles at other WestRock locations and outplacement assistance.”
The North Charleston mill produces containerboard, uncoated kraft paper (KraftPak®), and unbleached saturating kraft paper (DuraSorb®), with a combined annual capacity of 550,000 tons. Containerboard and uncoated kraft currently produced at the mill will be manufactured at other WestRock facilities. The Company intends to exit the unbleached saturating kraft paper business when the mill shutdown is completed.
WestRock is committed to improving its return on invested capital as well as maximizing the performance of its assets. The combination of high operating costs and the need for significant capital investment were the determining factors in the decision to cease operations at the mill.
The North Charleston mill employs approximately 500 people. Employees will receive severance and outplacement assistance in accordance with WestRock policy and labor union agreements.
About WestRock
WestRock (NYSE: WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions, with more than 58,000 teammates in the Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Our integrated packaging capabilities offer end-to-end solutions to help customers address their greatest challenges.
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North Charleston approves $6M purchase of 400 acres for urban park
Rickey Dennishttps://www.postandcourier.com/news/north-charleston-approves-6m-purchase-of-400-acres-for-urban-park/article_5b677700-e5fa-11ed-af1d-5f14b05ea127.html
NORTH CHARLESTON — The city of North Charleston is planning to make a $6 million purchase of about 400 acres of land around Ingleside Boulevard, property that will be used to develop what the city is calling an urban park.But this recreational amenity that some say will enhance quality of life is raising concerns about livability.City Council voted unanimously April 27 to move forward with buying the property, currently owned by Weber USA Corp. The tracts of land make up what is known as the Ingleside Weber Park System, l...
NORTH CHARLESTON — The city of North Charleston is planning to make a $6 million purchase of about 400 acres of land around Ingleside Boulevard, property that will be used to develop what the city is calling an urban park.
But this recreational amenity that some say will enhance quality of life is raising concerns about livability.
City Council voted unanimously April 27 to move forward with buying the property, currently owned by Weber USA Corp. The tracts of land make up what is known as the Ingleside Weber Park System, located west of Interstate 26.
Most of the property consists of wetlands, though just over 100 acres are highlands, or areas that can be walked or built upon. The idea is to use the 400-acre space to create a passive park that will include boardwalks, walking paths and nature trails.
Instead of having to travel elsewhere to hike or enjoy the outdoors, people in North Charleston will be able to practice that kind of recreational activity essentially in their own backyard, Mayor Keith Summey said.
To pay for the land purchase, $3 million is being provided in Charleston County Greenbelt funds, $1 million in city tax-increment finance district funds, $1 million from the South Carolina Conservation Bank, and $1 million from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
City spokesman Ryan Johnson said North Charleston is doing the project because the plan is a good use of greenbelt funds, which are designed to help conserve outdoor space. It was also convenient that North Charleston was able to secure additional grant opportunities, Johnson added. There is no timetable yet for the park’s construction.
“Having a big park in an urban core is a very good amenity,” he said.
The idea of a park that could potentially bring more noise to the area alarmed Councilwoman Virginia Jamison, who has been fighting for a decade for a sound barrier to be built along I-26 to protect members of Deerpark, Northwood Estates and other adjacent communities from the blaring sounds of traffic commuting along the highway. Acquiring necessary funding from the city, county or state to build the wall has not been successful.
During a recent Finance Committee meeting, Jamison said her constituents are concerned about the increased levels of sounds emitting from the interstate and they are also worried that more noise will come from the new park. Traffic could also increase soon, as the county’s new Palmetto Commerce Interchange will soon be constructed nearby at Weber Boulevard.
Other development is also on the way to Ingleside Boulevard, which is already home to a few neighborhoods, several churches and a handful of businesses. Developers are planning on the southern end of the boulevard to build a town center that will include retail and restaurant space, a parking deck, hundreds of apartment units, and hundreds of hotel rooms.
Jamison called on City Council to take noise reduction seriously.
“If this body is not concerned about the livability and quality of life in our city, then I have a problem,” said Jamison, who did not attend the April 27 full council meeting.
Councilwoman Dorothy Williams echoed her concerns.
Summey implied that the park will center on passive nature, pointing to its focus on walking trails. The only physical building that will be constructed at the park is a facility to house restrooms and first aid.
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