City of Laurens
Boards and Commissions
Planning Commission
The City of Laurens Planning Commission makes recommendations to City Council on matters related to:
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Zoning and annexation requests
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Overlay district expansions
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Updates to the City of Laurens Comprehensive Plan
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Subdivision approvals
The Planning Commission is composed of five (5) members and meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 3:00 PM. Meetings are held in the City of Laurens Police Training Room, located at 250 West Laurens Street, Laurens, SC 29360.
Board of Zoning Appeals
The City of Laurens Board of Zoning Appeals reviews:
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Requests for variances from the City’s zoning ordinance
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Land use–related appeals
The Board provides a formal review process to ensure zoning regulations are applied fairly and consistently. The Board of Zoning Appeals consists of five (5) members and meets as needed, based on submitted requests.
Historic Preservation Commission
The City of Laurens Historic Preservation Commission oversees changes and requests affecting properties located within the Historic Preservation Overlay District. These may include:
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Architectural changes
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Sign approvals
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Certificate of Appropriateness applications
The Commission’s primary goal is to preserve and protect the historic and architectural character of properties within the district. The Historic Preservation Commission is composed of five (5) members and meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 5:30 PM. Meetings are held in the City of Laurens Police Training Room, located at 250 West Laurens Street, Laurens, SC 29360.
Appointments to City boards and commissions are made by City Council through formal action.
Resolution 23-06-01, approved at the June 20, 2023 City Council meeting, restructured City boards and established staggered term lengths for the Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, and Board of Zoning Appeals, as documented in the official meeting minutes. Under this resolution, initial appointments were assigned two-year and three-year terms to create staggered expirations and ensure continuity of service. Term lengths will transition to standard terms as outlined in City policy and ordinance. Applications to serve on a City board or commission are open at all times. Completed applications are kept on file and reviewed approximately four months prior to the expiration of a current member’s term. All interested residents are encouraged to apply. Board and commission applications are available on the City’s website.
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