History & Timeline
Since 1984, EBPOA has advocated for responsible development, protected natural resources, and addressed issues affecting Edisto Beach property owners. Explore key moments in the Association’s history.
The Association’s Beginnings
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1984
EBPOA Is Formed
Organized to combat building and zoning code violations.
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1985
Waterfront Development
Opposed a waterfront lot sale and zoning change for condominiums on Yacht Club Road.
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1985–1986
Building Height Standards
Secured a reduction in the height of Bay Creek Villas to meet code requirements.
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1986–1989
Protecting the South Edisto River
Stopped DHEC from downgrading portions of the South Edisto River.
Development & Environmental Advocacy
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1990
Dock Site Road Rezoning
Opposed rezoning of Dock Site Road property for a proposed 40-unit motel and retail space.
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1994
Beach Erosion Study
Commissioned a beach erosion study by Duke University.
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1995
First Candidates Forum
Sponsored the Association’s first candidates forum for Town candidates.
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1996
Jungle Road Motel Proposal
Legally challenged a new motel proposed on Jungle Road.
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1997
Colleton County Rezoning
Opposed rezoning of unincorporated property in Colleton County to “Urban Development” and “Growth and Development District.”
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1999
Water & Sewer Expansion
Opposed Charleston Public Works providing a new water line onto Edisto Island and opposed a sewer line extension to Palmetto Boulevard.
Community Involvement & Preservation
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2000
Tour of Homes
Sponsored a Tour of Homes outing to promote full-time residency and raise funds for Edisto Beach School.
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2001
Property Taxes, Development & Trees
Lobbied Colleton County to propose a 15% property tax cap, opposed a 78-unit development on Jungle Road, and supported a new Town tree ordinance.
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2002
Biology Camp
Sponsored Biology Camp at Edisto Beach State Park.
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2002–2006
Property Tax Relief
Collaborated with the No Home Tax organization on property tax relief legislation.
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2003
Timeshare Restrictions
Supported a new Town ordinance to eliminate timeshares except in the PUD zone.
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2003–2005
State Park Development Proposal
Opposed a new convention center and hotel proposed for the State Park.
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2005–2006
Fairfield Golf Course Development
Opposed new homes and timeshare units proposed to replace nine holes of the golf course in Fairfield.
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2006
Offshore Gambling Boat
Opposed the offshore gambling boat venture.
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2007
Building Heights & Dune Protection
Lobbied the Town to eliminate structure height variances in the building code and supported new sand fencing for beach dune protection.
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2008
A New EBPOA Website
Created a new website for the Association.
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2009
Insurance Advocacy & Scenic Byway
Joined Seabrook and Kiawah Islands in pressing for an investigation of the SC Wind & Hail Underwriters Association and assisted Edisto Island in getting Highway 174 designated as a National Scenic Byway.
Continuing the Association’s Work
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2013
Water Treatment Plant Costs
Opposed the high cost of the proposed new reverse osmosis (RO) water treatment plant.
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2015
Spring Grove Development
Opposed the Spring Grove Development Plan for Charleston County.
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2016
Jane Edward Elementary School
Opposed the closing of Jane Edward Elementary School.
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2017
Town Goal-Setting Retreats
Began actively participating in Town Council’s annual goal-setting retreats.
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2019
Lower-Cost Water Treatment
Supported construction of the new, lower-cost RO water treatment plant.
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2020
State Park Annexation
Opposed the State Park being annexed by the Town.
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2022–2025
Development, Trees & Community Planning
Opposed rezoning for a proposed Dollar General on Edisto Island, promoted changes to the Town’s tree ordinance, and reviewed both Charleston County’s and the Town’s Comprehensive Plans.
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2026
Protecting the ACE Basin
Opposed a new data center location adjacent to the ACE Basin.