Anderson residents express mixed views on proposed zoning changes, with many supporting stronger regulations to curb rapid growth and infrastructure strain, while others worry about property rights and development limits. A June 2025 county moratorium on large-scale residential projects (25+ lots/units) drew praise for buying time to update ordinances amid population influx, but some residents and council members prefer a comprehensive 18-month review over piecemeal rules.​​
Key Concerns
Growth management: Residents highlight traffic, stormwater, and road capacity issues, favoring buffers (e.g., 100-foot undisturbed areas around subdivisions), steeper slope density limits, and utility capacity checks before approvals.​
Zoning expansion: Petitions in southern precincts near Lake Hartwell seek referendums for local zoning (70% approval in Fork 2 Precinct in 2023), with county officials noting 6+ more areas following suit.​
City of Anderson Plan
The city’s draft Comprehensive Plan under “Plan This City” pushes zoning updates for “missing middle” housing, infill development, and UDO revisions, with public input encouraged via meetings to reflect community priorities. Check andersoncountysc.org or cityofandersonsc.com for updates, as changes like increased lot sizes for septic systems remain tabled.
SOURCES
[1](https://www.westernupstatemls.com/news/watchdog-report-june-2-2025/)
[2](https://www.upstateforever.org/blog/land-planning-policy/city-of-anderson-draft-comprehensive-plan-released)
[3](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aA1IbU89GYM)
[4](https://www.cityofandersonsc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PC-June-Packet.pdf)
[5](https://www.andersoncountysc.org/work-live/for-businesses/planning-development/)
