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Town News This Week - February 20, 2026 |
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Beginning March 1, paid parking will resume at Town-managed beach parks. Hilton Head Island residents with a valid 2026 Resident Beach Parking Permit may continue to park at designated beach access lots at no charge.
The renewal period for 2026 Resident Beach Parking Permits opened in December 2025, and all previous resident beach permit holders should have received a renewal prompt via email at that time.
Residents can now renew or apply for their 2026 permit, which is free for eligible Town residents. The digital permit is valid January 1 through December 31 and provides year-round access to designated beach parking areas, including permit-only spaces at Islander’s Beach Park and Driessen Beach Park. Permit holders may also park at Town beach access lots without paying metered fees.
To renew or apply, residents must provide a valid vehicle registration and proof of residency within the Town limits. Short-term rental properties are not eligible. Permits are limited to two vehicles per address.
As in previous years, parking at Chaplin Community Park will remain free on Saturdays during the youth soccer season, with paid parking expected to begin Monday, May 18. All other Town beach park lots (excluding Coligny) will begin paid parking on Sunday, March 1.
For More details and to complete your renewal or application, visit: hiltonheadislandsc.gov/our_island/beach/parking_permit.php or contact the Town at info@parkhhi.org or 843-715-3167.
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 The Land Management Ordinance (LMO) Task Force will hold its next meeting on Thursday, Feb. 26. Meetings are publicly noticed and open to the community. Residents are encouraged to attend and stay engaged in this important process.
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Benjamin M. Racusin Council Chambers at Town Hall, 1 Town Center Court
Please find the packet for the Land Management Ordinance Task Force meeting scheduled for February 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., available here or via the links below.
The packet materials are also provided as individual links for ease of reference:
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Marinex Construction continued adding sand to the shoreline in the Coligny Beach area and is making good progress.
We’re excited to give you an up-close look at the progress being made at Coligny Beach. Watch our latest video to see beach renourishment in action!
Cape Romain Contractors kept building breakwater structures at Pine Island Beach. The beach is still closed to the public while this work continues.
Looking Ahead (Feb. 21-27)
Marinex Construction will continue replenishing sand along the central parts of the Island’s shoreline, extending just beyond Coligny Beach.
Cape Romain Contractors will continue to work on the breakwater structures at Pine Island Beach.
Reminder: Beach renourishment work occurs 24/7. We are doing everything we can to minimize disruptions caused by noise and equipment. We appreciate your patience as construction work progresses.
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Thank you for your patience and support as we work together to enhance and preserve the beauty of our island's shoreline!
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The Town proudly celebrated the groundbreaking of Northpoint on Jarvis Creek on Feb. 12. This milestone marks an important step toward expanding workforce housing and strengthening our community.
Northpoint on Jarvis Creek represents more than just new homes. It reflects a shared commitment to ensuring that the people who live, work, and serve our Island have opportunities to thrive right here in Hilton Head Island. The project is the result of a public-private partnership among the Town, OneStreet Residential and RBC Community Investments.
Guided by the leadership of the Mayor, Town Council, Town Manager, and dedicated Town staff, the project has moved forward with careful planning and coordination. Upon completion, Northpoint is slated to offer 157 units on 11 acres, comprised of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments with rental rates attainable for households with incomes ranging from 60 to 150 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI).
This groundbreaking reminds us of what can be achieved when partnership, planning, and community come together. A huge thanks goes to Palmetto Breeze and the Coastal Discovery Museum, our community partners that helped make the celebration possible. The Town looks forward to watching Northpoint on Jarvis Creek grow into a vibrant and welcoming neighborhood.
Stay up to date on this project and register your interest at: northpointonjarviscreek.com
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The Town of Hilton Head Island seeks experienced workforce housing developers to submit their qualifications for a new workforce housing community located at 30 Bryant Road in the Spanish Wells Historic Neighborhood.
“We’re looking for potential partners who have expertise in high-quality, single family home design, financing, construction, and programming,” said Town Manager Marc Orlando. “From a shortlist of those possible partners, we will then review their individual proposals. At the end of that process, the selected team will work with us to create an innovative workforce housing and home ownership opportunity.”
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The Hilton Head Island Town Council seeks dedicated residents to fill vacancies for service on several boards, commissions, and committees. Openings are currently available for the following positions:
Construction Board of Adjustments & Appeals
- Building Industry/General Contractor
- Mechanical Contractor
- Electrical/At Large
- Building Industry
Design Review Board
- Landscape Architect
- Architect
Parks & Recreation Commission
To qualify, applicants must be registered voters within the Town of Hilton Head Island. Applications are kept on file for two years. Learn more about vacancies, responsibilities, and requirements here.
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The Town's business license renewal period has begun. All business licenses must be renewed by April 30, 2026.
Following the renewal process, the Town will issue a new license, valid for 12 months from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027.
Here’s what you need to know about renewing your business license:
- The business license tax is calculated based on the gross revenue reported on your prior year's federal income tax return.
- To avoid paying penalties on your annual business license renewal, the tax must be received and/or postmarked no later than April 30.
- Business license renewal forms are mailed each year by the end of January.
For more information on renewing your business license, please contact our Revenue Services Office at 843-341-4677 or email RS@hiltonheadislandsc.gov. You may also click the link below.
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We ae pleased to welcome Neil W. Fick, Jr. as our new Building Official for Hilton Head Island. Neil brings more than 20 years of experience in building safety and inspections across public and private sectors. He began his role with the Town on Monday, Feb. 9.
As a Certified Building Official (CBO), Neil will oversee the permitting and development process within the Town’s Planning Department and work to enhance customer service. He is responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal codes related to building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, energy, fire, residential standards, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Neil will also serve as a liaison to the Island’s building professionals.
The Town will host a meet-and-greet open house to introduce Neil to the local building community, providing builders and stakeholders with an opportunity to connect, share ideas, and discuss concerns. The date for this event will be announced soon. In the meantime, Neil is available by email at NeilF@hiltonheadislandsc.gov or by phone at 843-341-4664. His office is located at Town Hall, 1 Town Center Court
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This coming Monday, Feb. 23, contractors will begin making necessary repairs to the asphalt road surfaces on Muddy Creek Road and Bryant Road. They will remove identified, damaged areas of the roadway and replace them with new asphalt. Some traffic control will be necessary, but it will only affect one lane at a time. Residents and motorists should use caution when traveling in the area and pay close attention to all posted signs and other traffic control measures. Crews will work from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. All work should be completed within two weeks, weather permitting. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Chris McVey, Senior Project Manager, at 854-280-5520 or ChrisM@hiltonheadislandsc.gov.
We appreciate your patience as we work to make our roads safer for everyone.
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Town of Hilton Head Island Council Member Patsy Brison (Ward 2) will host a community meeting featuring updates on the Town’s current beach renourishment project, the Land Management Ordinance update, the workforce housing public-private partnership (Northpoint neighborhood), and capital improvement projects. Some general discussion on other current issues facing the Town may arise.
The meeting will be held Monday, March 2, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Hilton Head Island Public Library (11 Beach City Road).
Other Town Council members may be in attendance, and a quorum of Town Council may be in attendance. Town Council members will not hold any votes or conduct any official business as part of this community meeting.
The meeting is open to the public and registration is not required. For more information, please email Council Member Brison at PatsyB@hiltonheadislandsc.gov or call/text 843-384-4181.
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February is Black History Month, and we’re excited to keep shining a light on the great work of the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation (CDC).
Last fall, the CDC launched a new website called Experience Gullah. It’s a one-stop shop for learning about Hilton Head Island’s Gullah Geechee communities and culture. One of the coolest features is GullahTV—a 24/7 live stream with videos about the Gullah Geechee Heritage Corridor, the Town’s Rowing and Sailing Center, the Gullah Museum, Mitchelville, and more. While you’re checking out the site, don’t miss GullahTV and other Black History Month events happening right here on Hilton Head Island.
Watch GullahTV Live: GullahTV
Explore the website: Experience Gullah
Download the app: Experience Gullah App
Upcoming Black History Month events: Our Events
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