On property to be annexed into the corporate limits by petition, as provided for in S.C. Code §§ 5-3-10, et seq., the zoning classification shall be determined for the annexed property subject to the following procedures:
(A) Upon receipt of a petition for annexation of property into the city limits, the Planning Commission shall make a recommendation to the Council regarding the appropriate zoning classification for the property to be annexed in accordance with § 157.211(H)-Amendments. Prior to making such recommendation to the City Council, the Planning Commission shall conduct a public hearing on the matter pursuant to the requirements of § 157.211(H). Upon receipt of a recommendation by the Planning Commission, Council shall then take final action regarding the annexation of the subject property.
(B) A petitioner may withdraw the petition prior to final adoption of the annexation ordinance by City Council.
(C) City Council shall assign an interim zoning designation in the annexation ordinance. Immediately thereafter, the City Planner shall initiate zoning amendment procedures to establish or confirm the appropriate zoning classification for the annexed property.
(Ord. 15-002, passed 2-24-15)