Last updated in 2015, the purpose of a comprehensive plan is to guide the town’s long-term growth in a coordinated, thoughtful way that is consistent with the established vision of the community. A comprehensive plan itself is not a regulatory document, but rather a blueprint for decision-making by town staff, public officials, investors, and other stakeholders.

The policies and strategies outlined in this plan should be implemented through the various planning and regulatory tools at the town’s disposal, such as the annual budget, a capital improvement plan, zoning ordinance, land development ordinance, historic/cultural guidelines, and other policy documents. 

In collaboration with the Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG), this comprehensive planning process began in June 2025 with a kick-off meeting to both Planning Commission and Town Council and is expected to be completed in June 2026 with the adoption of the plan by Town Council.

For information about the Town of Lincolnville, please visit the town's website at https://www.lincolnvillesc.gov/.

Lincolnville Online Public Survey

The Town of Lincolnville has started reviewing the town's Comprehensive Plan and they want to hear from you! Please take this 10 minute survey to help inform the Town of the needs and priority...

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Project Schedule

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June/July Kick Off Meetings

A Kick-Off Meeting was held on June 30th with Planning Commission and on July 2nd with Town Council to review the project's purpose and process. 

See Documents to view the presentations.

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August Stakeholder Meeting

Stakeholder's were selected to attend a meeting to discuss the future vision and priorities for the Town of Lincolnville for the next 10 years.

Date/Time/Location: August 6th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at Town Hall

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Online Public Survey

The purpose of the Online Public Survey is to acquire public input on the current state of Lincolnville, potential priorities, land use patterns, and the future vision of the community.

Survey is Live from August 25th to October 31st!!

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Joint PC/TC Land Use Workshop

Planning Commission (PC) and Town Council (TC) will meet to review current and future land use patterns, identify top priorities, and discuss the vision of the community for the future. 

Date: TBD

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Internal Drafting & Review Process

Since the Kick Off meeting, Census, GIS, and infrastructure-related data and information were compiled as part of the existing condition analysis and community needs assessment.

During this time, staff will analyze the data and information gathered, the results from the Online Survey, and any other information related to the town to develop a draft plan and set of recommendations. This document will be available for review by Town Staff before the final approval process. 

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In-Person Public Open House

An In-Person Public Open House offers residents the opportunity to provide input on the identified priorities, strategies, and recommendations before the plan's final approval process. 

Date & Location: TBD

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Final Approval Process

The final draft of the 10-Year Plan will be presented before Planning Commission on [Date: TBD] for their recommendation of approval. 

The final draft will then be presented to Town Council for first reading on [Date: TBD] and for a second reading and Public Hearing prior to adoption by Town Council on [Date: TBD].