In a further effort by city leaders to combat island erosion and preserve natural settings, residents west of Front Beach on Isle of Palms now must comply with new pool-building regulations.
As unanimously approved by the city council at its June 24 public hearing and meeting, the ordinance prohibits the construction of beachfront pools seaward of the maximum building line for properties in the P-2 preservation overlay district, located between 10th Avenue and Breach Inlet.
The intent of the measure, as specified in the ordinance, is to: preserve natural barriers against the natural forces from the ocean; preserve adequate light, air and open space; and to protect and preserve scenic, historic and ecologically- sensitive areas…