FORT MILL, S.C. — The grocery landscape along Fort Mill Parkway is set to get a high-tech twist now that town officials have given the green light to a new “drive-thru only” market. Opie, a Mount Pleasant-based company, has secured approval to bring its app-based, eco-conscious grocery model to the Arden Mill development.
The store will be located at 5529 Arden Mill Drive, situated near the community’s entrance and the local fire station.
Town Gives Unanimous Approval
The project cleared a major regulatory hurdle on June 17, 2025, when the Town of Fort Mill Planning Commission voted 5-0to approve the commercial appearance review for the site.
The approval allows for the construction of a large canopy over the parking area, a key feature of the store’s operations. According to plans presented by architect Lindsey Mayes, the canopy will cover four designated parking spaces, protecting customers and staff from the elements during loading…