While major house fires don’t occur often on Isle of Palms, firefighters from across the Charleston area responded to two in March that happened less than 24 hours apart. No individuals were hurt, but both fires caused significant damage: one to a home on Ocean Boulevard and the other to a residence along Palmetto Drive. “Extensive fire damage was sustained at the Ocean … [Read more...] about IOP House Fires Unrelated, No Signs Of Arson
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Palm Boulevard Improvements Expected To Take ‘Multiple Years’
It’s going to be a long road ahead to get Palm Boulevard into shape – but efforts are now underway. On April 2, Isle of Palms’ Public Safety Committee discussed preliminary concepts for improving parking, crosswalks and pedestrian infrastructure on this main thoroughfare between 21st and 41st streets running parallel to the island’s southern shore beaches. And while previous … [Read more...] about Palm Boulevard Improvements Expected To Take ‘Multiple Years’
Fire Safety Tips and Cautionary Advice for Residents
Seconds count when a fire occurs, which makes fire prevention key in saving lives and property. Isle of Palms Fire and Rescue provides essential safety tips for the island community. Due to synthetic materials in modern homes, fires spread faster than ever before. It’s important for residents to have working smoke alarms, a fire escape plan and a safe meeting place … [Read more...] about Fire Safety Tips and Cautionary Advice for Residents
Emergency Ordinance Permits Erosion Control With OCRM Approval
While one Isle of Palms resident is facing potential penalties for building an illegal erosion control device on his property, other island residents still have time to build permanent devices on their properties. In February, the Isle of Palms City Council voted 7-2 to allow such leeway for owners of beachfront properties located between 100 and 914 Ocean Blvd. Residents in … [Read more...] about Emergency Ordinance Permits Erosion Control With OCRM Approval
Court to Determine Fate of IOP Property Owner’s ‘Retention Wall’
On the western side of Ocean Boulevard on Isle of Palms, the presence of an erosion control structure on the beach is shaping up into a long legal battle. The structure sits on private property, but its construction was unauthorized by any state regulating authority and is believed to be a violation of local and state laws. The question remains as to whether the structure will … [Read more...] about Court to Determine Fate of IOP Property Owner’s ‘Retention Wall’
