Moreover, the city is collaborating with the county on a transportation sales tax referendum.This proposal, which plans to introduce a 1 percent sales tax, will be released to the public for approval. The funds generated from this tax will be crucial in widening interior roads that are struggling to accommodate the rapid population growth and projected traffic increases. Key projects include widening the 278 corridors, the primary route for the millions of tourists traveling to Hilton Head Island annually. The initiative aims to alleviate congestion on major roadways, ensure smoother transit, and improve infrastructure to support Hardyville’s burgeoning population and economic activities. “We’re also developing new pathways for nonmotorized transport, such as biking and walking,” adds Parsons. “The East Coast Greenway project is part of this initiative, aiming for connectivity from Maine to Miami.” HOUSING BOOM Hardeeville’s residential development can only be described as explosive. From 2015 to May 2024, the city issued 5,902 single-family building permits and 138 industrial or new commercial building permits. This translates to over 15,000 new residents, with an estimated growth to 35,000-40,000 people within the next decade. “People are attracted to Hardeeville for several reasons,” Mayor Williams says. “The weather is phenomenal, and our location is perfect. We’re close to the beach, Savannah, and Charleston, with easy access to major roadways. Moreover, our lower taxes and more affordable housing options than 194 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 08 HARDEEVILLE, SC
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