South Carolina’s Title 6 provides a crucial framework for responsible development. By understanding and utilizing these laws, our neighbors oppose development on Bruce Lake and play an active role in ensuring a respect for the environment and local character.
Category: Hold Greenville County Accountable
August 12, 2023 – The Bruce Lake ecosystem in Crisis: Why the EPA Should Act Now on Stormwater Pollution
The Bruce Lake ecosystem, a beloved natural resource in Greenville, is facing a severe threat: stormwater pollution. Toxic algae blooms, fueled by nutrient-rich runoff from urban areas, are plaguing the river, jeopardizing public health and harming aquatic life.
March 12, 2023 – Why Stormwater Discharge Threatens Bruce Lake: A Deep Dive into Environmental Risks
Bruce Lake, a serene freshwater body nestled in our community, faces a significant threat: the proposed discharge of untreated stormwater from a new development. The Bruce Lake Development plan, poses serious environmental risks and demands our immediate attention. The developer’s proposal, seeking to directly channel substantial quantities of stormwater into Bruce Lake, disregards established best practices and jeopardizes the lake’s ecological integrity and recreational value. Let’s explore the multifaceted reasons why this is a deeply concerning proposition.
Aug 14, 2022 – Greenville County may reverse the vote to preserve Bruce Lake
On April 27, 2022 the Charlotte Developer was denied by the Greenville County Planning Commission to build 52 town homes on 5 acres of Bruce Lake watershed. A number of organizations and thousands of Greenville County citizens successfully asked the Commission to deny approval because it would generate damaging pollution to Bruce Lake and the Reedy River, and because it goes against the Greenville County comprehensive planning program.
July 23, 2022 – Developer Lawsuit Ignores Citizen Protests and Environmental Concerns on Bruce Lake Development
The lawsuit has faced criticism for several reasons: It appears to prioritize the developer’s interests over community concerns, as it disregards the protests and objections raised by local citizens regarding the development’s potential negative impacts. The lawsuit also downplays the potential environmental consequences of the development, such as harm to local ecosystems and water quality. Additionally, the lawsuit is seen by some as an attempt to undermine the authority of the Planning Commission and the importance of community input in local development decisions.
April 27, 2022 – Residents Argue Against Bruce Lake Development at Greenville County Planning Commission Meeting
The Greenville County Commission chambers were the stage for a dramatic confrontation, as residents of the Bruce Lake area passionately opposed a contentious development project, citing both environmental perils and breaches of legal agreements. A determined Greenville resident, speaking on behalf of multiple community groups, delivered a compelling narrative to stop development at Bruce Lake.
March 11, 2022 – The Battle for Bruce Lake in Greenville, SC: Developers ignore Environmental Consequences
The proposed development has not only divided the community but also exposed differing interpretations of regulations and their applicability. The proposed development has united the community while exposing the lack of protections inherent in Greenville County government where developers often get what they want because of long-standing relationships with Greenville County staff and Planning Commissioners.