Greenville County Council has enacted a temporary moratorium on cluster developments to reevaluate development rules and prioritize green space. The unanimous vote comes amid concerns that open space requirements have been misused, with areas like retention ponds counting toward public use.
County leaders say they’re not trying to stop development — they’re aiming for responsible growth. The pause allows time for ordinance updates, infrastructure impact studies, and a plan to balance housing needs with environmental sustainability.
Officials emphasize that already-approved projects will move forward, and the moratorium could be lifted in just a few months.
