In This Message

• Sea Pines CSA Welcomes New Director of Safety, Security & Transportation, Joe Count 
• Sea Pines CSA Annual Rental Registration Fee Billed 8/1
• Safety Tips and Facts To Keep in Mind During Alligator Hatching Season
• Sea Pines CSA Seasonal Mosquito Treatment Scheduled for 8/7
• Roadway Survey Work Along Sea Pines Drive In Progress
• Exterior Property Appearance Reminders
• SIPSD Water Pipeline Upgrade Project
• Deep Well Community Donation Event 8/11
• South Carolina's Tax Free Weekend is Scheduled for 8/4-8/6

Sea Pines CSA Welcomes New Director of Safety, Security & Transportation, Joe Count 

Sea Pines CSA is pleased to announce that Joe Count, our new Director of Safety, Security & Transportation joined our team on Monday, July 31st.

Joe served as a Captain in the City of North Augusta, SC Department of Public Safety, a nationally accredited agency with approximately 90 personnel and an operating budget of $8 million dollars. He has served in many roles during his 34-year career with them including, Public Safety Officer, Detective, Sergeant and Lieutenant.

In addition to his law enforcement experience, Joe holds a bachelors degree in Criminal Justice and is also a Class II Firefighter. His other career accomplishments include attending the SC Criminal Justice Academy, the SC Fire Academy and the FBI National Academy.

Joe and his wife, Lisa of 32 years have 4 children and 4 grandchildren. In his free time, Joe enjoys golfing, sporting events, and spending time with family and friends.

Join us in welcoming Joe to Sea Pines!

Sea Pines CSA Annual Rental Registration Program Update

Sea Pines CSA Annual Rental Registration Fee Billed on August 1, 2023 

In May of 2022, the Sea Pines CSA Board of Directors approved a recommendation from the Revenue Task Force to implement an Annual Rental Registration Program and associated fee. The program went into effect on January 1, 2023, for all residential property owners that rent their property (long or short term) at any time during the calendar year.

The 2023 fee structure is as follows:

This program and the associated annual fee will help increase and enhance our security, maintenance, and Community Standards management services, the need for which is in large measure due to the continued growth in the number of Residential Properties being held for renting or leasing.

The 2023 Annual Rental Registration Fee was invoiced on August 1, 2023, to Sea Pines Residential Property Owners who have their property registered with our Rental Registration Program, or their property is advertised on the internet as being available for rental purposes.

On Tuesday, August 1, 2023, invoices were sent to the primary email address on record with Sea Pines CSA and mailed to those property owners who do not have a primary email address on file. Full payment of this fee will be due by Friday, September 1, 2023. 

For more information about the Sea Pines CSA Annual Rental Registration Program and to view FAQs, please click here.

From The Sea Pines Security Department

Safety Tips and Facts To Keep in Mind During Alligator Hatching Season

• Assume every body of water contains an alligator.
• Stay at least 60 feet (4 car lengths) away from alligators.
• Alligators are ambush predators and can move faster than you or your pets.
• Keep yourself, pets and children away from water’s edge.
• Swimming or wading is prohibited in Sea Pines’ waterways.
• Feeding or harassing alligators is dangerous and illegal.
• When fishing or crabbing do not throw used bait or fish parts into the water.

Nesting & Alligator Hatchlings:

• Breeding begins in the spring and about a month later the female will lay 30-50 eggs in a nest constructed by mounding mud and vegetation together making them hard to see. When aware of an alligator nest, Sea Pines Security will place a warning sign.
• The eggs are kept warm by the decomposing vegetation and hatch approximately 60 days later (typically in August/September). The female will aggressively guard the nest and protect the young after they emerge.
• Stay away from the water's edge and at least 60 feet from all alligators.

Click here to view/print the Digital Guide to Living with Alligators.

To report an aggressive or nuisance alligator or to report any safety concerns regarding alligators, immediately contact the Sea Pines Security Department Dispatch Phone Line at 843.671.7170.

From The Sea Pines CSA Maintenance Department

From The Sea Pines CSA Capital Projects Department

Roadway Survey Work Along Sea Pines Drive In Progress

Survey crews are on site along Sea Pines Drive, from Lighthouse Road to Baynard Cove Road, including Wagon Road. This work will take approximately 1-2 more weeks to complete, weather permitting.

From The Sea Pines CSA Community Standards Department

Exterior Property Appearance Reminders

• Exterior building materials (e.g., siding, bricks, decks, porches, railings, windows, fascia/trim boards, roofs), property barriers (e.g., fencing, privacy walls), and hardscapes (e.g., walkways, driveways) shall be kept in good repair.
• Cleaning is required to remove notable visible buildup of surface contaminants (e.g., dirt, mold, mildew, moss, rust).
• Replacement or repair is required when damage or deterioration occurs.



To report an alleged violation of the Community Standards Rules and Regulations, please contact our Community Standards Department via our online request form.

South Island Public Service District Potable Drinking Water Pipeline Upgrade Project

SIPSD, the utility company providing water and wastewater services in Sea Pines, has begun their major infrastructure upgrade and replacement project to their potable water drinking line from Dunnagans Alley to Baynard Park Road, inside of Sea Pines.

SIPSD has provided the following project update:

• SIPSD Water Line installation is in progress along Plantation Drive in proximity to to Lawton Stables, weather permitting. Please use caution while driving in this area.



Click here to learn more about the project.

Upcoming Events

Deep Well Community Donation Event

A Deep Well Donation Drop-off event is scheduled at the Sea Pines Community Center Parking Lot (71 Lighthouse Road) on Friday, August 11th, from 9:00-11:00 AM.

Click here to view the full pantry wish list.

South Carolina's Annual Tax Free Weekend is Scheduled for August 4-6, 2023

For 72 hours, tax-free items include computers, printers, school supplies, clothing and accessories, shoes, and certain bed and bath items. These tax-free items can be purchased in-store or online. For a detailed list of tax-free items, shopping lists, and FAQs, visit dor.sc.gov/taxfreeweekend.

How to Contact Sea Pines CSA

Sea Pines CSA Admin Office: 843.671.1343: Email

Sea Pines Security: 843.671.7170: Email

Sea Pines CSA Maintenance: 843.671.7849: Email

Sea Pines CSA Capital Projects: Click here

Sea Pines CSA Gate Pass Office: 843.671.7277

Sea Pines CSA Community Standards: 843.671.7820: Email