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’
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Our Side of Paradise: IOP Icons, Developments That Shaped Island History
It’s no secret that there is a slice of heaven right here on Earth. Joseph S. Lawrence knew it too. One hundred years ago, the Lowcountry native envisioned creating a place for others to experience it for themselves. He even gave the island an enchanting name that was sure to lure them — the Isle of Palms. “Coney Island of the South” Lawrence had witnessed the financial … [Read more...] about Our Side of Paradise: IOP Icons, Developments That Shaped Island History
Paid Parking vs Paid Parking
No, this is not a typo. The original title of the article was “Free Parking vs Paid Parking.” However, as we all know there is no free lunch or free parking! While IOP certainly welcomes public parking, that parking comes at a cost. Police, fire and emergency services must be provided to all that park on our island as well as trash pick-up and maintenance. Those services are … [Read more...] about Paid Parking vs Paid Parking
November Referendum to Resolve IOP Short-term Rentals Issue
A proposal to limit short-term rental licenses (STRL) for properties on the Isle of Palms has created two sharply divided camps. And now, with the issue coming to a head after many months of resident input and council deliberation, it will be settled in a referendum on the Nov. 7 election ballot. “Balancing short-term rentals, residential areas and day visitors has been an … [Read more...] about November Referendum to Resolve IOP Short-term Rentals Issue
Sharing Love for IOP: Creating Family Memories
As the beachfront begins to shimmer in the summer sunlight, warm memories of vacation, ice cold treats, and the joy of relaxation return to many minds. The enjoyment of this season inspires many families to pack up and head for the Carolina coast. In this article, we meet a few families who spend part of their year at Isle Of Palms. They share some of their favorite experiences … [Read more...] about Sharing Love for IOP: Creating Family Memories
