Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Charleston County Board of Zoning Appeals consists of nine members appointed by Council. This Board hears and decides appeals where it is alleged there is error in order, requirement, decision, or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of the County's zoning ordinance. The Board hears and decides appeals for variance from the requirements of the zoning ordinance when strict application of the ordinance would result in unnecessary hardship. The Board also makes decisions regarding the permitting of uses by special exception subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the County's Zoning Ordinance.

BZA Meetings, Agendas & Public Hearings

BZA Public Hearing Information

The next BZA hearing* will be held:

Monday, September 08, 2025

@ 5:00PM

Meeting Address

Council Chambers

Lonnie Hamilton, III Public Services Building

Phone: (843) 202-7200

This hearing is open to the public and will be recorded. Charleston County live


You may also livestream The BZA public hearing (for viewing only) at

The meeting information will be available online at Engage.CharlestonCounty.org/BZAPortal one week prior to the meeting.

In keeping with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance should contact the County's ADA Coordinator in Human Resources at (843) 958-4700 during regular business hours in advance of the meeting.

Meeting Dates

BZA Rules of Procedure

Meeting Minutes*

*Archived Minutes upon request