Community Update | 9.25.26

Sea Pines CSA Board of Directors Meeting Held 9.22.26

A recap of the meeting action items can be found here. Timestamps of the Board Meeting can be found below:

• Chair Remarks
• President Remarks
• Management Reports:
• Communications
• Community Infrastructure
• Community Maintenance
• Finance and Administration
• Operations and Special Projects
• Safety, Security and Transportation
• Sea Pines Forest Preserve
•  Treasurer’s Report
• Click here to view the slide deck
•  New Business
• Adjournment

Bylaw Change by Petition Request

On Friday, September 11, Sea Pines CSA received a petition from 322 residential property owners demanding a special meeting and vote of the membership to amend the Sea Pines CSA Bylaws. If approved the proposed amendment would mandate quarterly town hall meetings with CSA management for “interactive Q&A and operational updates”.

Section 3 of Article IV of the Bylaws and Section 33-31702(a)(2) of the South Carolina Nonprofit Corporation Act provide that members representing 5% of one class of membership of members in good standing may submit a petition to demand a special meeting be called. If the petition meets the 5% threshold, a special meeting of the full membership will be called for the purpose or purposes set forth in the petition.

Sea Pines CSA membership is made up of two groups of property owners: 5,811 Class A members, who are residential property owners, and our Class B members, who are commercial property owners.

Sea Pines CSA staff and legal counsel are reviewing the petition to ensure it meets the requirements for a valid petition under the Bylaws and state law. We will share the outcome of this review with the community, which we expect to have completed by the end of next week.

How to Update Your Contact Information Online 

Please ensure we have your current contact information on file by October 1, 2026, the Sea Pines CSA Board of Directors Election date of record, so you don’t miss any upcoming communications.

To update your contact information on file with Sea Pines CSA, please visit our website at seapinesliving.com/request.

Sea Pines Community Standards Rules and Regulations Amendments

At the September board meeting, the Sea Pines CSA Board of Directors approved a series of amendments to the Sea Pines Community Standards Rules and Regulations. The revisions were recommended by the CIM Committee following a thorough review of current rules and regulations. The most significant revisions include:

• (Section 1. Development) ARB approval: Clarification of which development activities require Architectural Review Board approval.
• (Section 2. Development Maintenance) Waterfront structures and pools: Expanded maintenance standards for docks, bulkheads, and other waterfront structures, as well as pools.
• (Section 7. Overall Property Appearance)
• Roadside property and rights-of-way: A more comprehensive framework governing roadside property preservation and the use of Sea Pines CSA rights-of-way.
• Roadside protection measures: New standards for approved protection measures, including certain hardscape materials, low-profile vegetation, and ground reinforcement systems.
• Exterior and holiday lighting: Expanded standards to improve community aesthetics and reduce impacts on neighboring properties.
• (Section 9. Vehicles) Parking: Existing parking requirements now extend to long-term renters and their guests.
• (Commercial Contractors) Vehicles: Commercial contractor vehicles are no longer required to display company names and telephone numbers on both sides of the vehicle.

The updated Community Standards Rules and Regulations are available at seapinesliving.com/standards. We encourage property owners to take a few minutes to review the changes. Have questions about your property? Please contact our Community Standards team at communitystandards@csaseapines.com.

Critical Infrastructure Project Updates

Lighthouse Lane Infrastructure Improvement Project Phase 4

• Stormwater drainage work on Mizzenmast Lane is in progress.
• Expect traffic delays and detours.

Beach Lagoon Pedestrian Timber Bridge #31 Replacement Project 


• Project work began this week.
• The bridge will be closed to pedestrians for the duration of construction.

Deer Island Bridge Replacement Project 


• Construction work began this week (pictured).
• A temporary traffic signal has been put in place on Deer Island Road. Please expect traffic delays and allow extra travel time.
• Sheet piling installation to begin Monday, September 28. Traffic delays of approximately 15-20 minutes expected next week.

For detailed maps, traffic management information, and ongoing updates, please visit seapinesliving.com/projects. Comments or questions for our Capital Projects Department may be submitted online here.

Maintenance Projects & Services

Upcoming Sea Pines Forest Preserve Events

SAVE THE DATE! Sea Pines Forest Preserve Day of Discovery Event will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 9:30AM-1:00PM. This complimentary event, exclusively for Sea Pines property owners and their guests, will feature activities in the Forest Preserve including nature boat rides, hayrides, nature walks, a hot dog lunch, and more! Join us for a day of exploring and connecting with our community's natural treasure. Full details and registration information coming soon!

SAVE THE DATE! The 15th Annual Sea Pines Forest Preserve Bonfire Fundraiser Event will take place on Friday, November 13, 2026. Bring your family and friends to enjoy an evening under the stars, surrounded by the natural beauty of the forest preserve. This outdoor event will feature live music, a silent auction, and a delicious Lowcountry-inspired menu created by Salty Dog. Your ticket includes an open bar along with a selection of non-alcoholic beverages. Full details and ticket information coming soon!

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