A representative from SCE&G contacted the HOA late last week to discuss the placement of the electricity poles. The poles will need to be moved back before the widening project begins. I and three of the Board members met with the SCE&G representative this afternoon. He explained that there are two electric poles that provide electricity to the entire neighborhood. These two poles are located on Bees Ferry Rd. The proposed placements are VERY close to the porches. They have been marked with orange stakes.
Initially, we were told that SCE&G must place their poles one foot outside of the property line to ensure that the poles/lines are not interrupted during construction. However, after meeting with the SCE&G representative and looking over the plans, there are other options that can be pursued. The best option for the Association at this time would be to ask the County to allow SCE&G to place the poles within the 30 foot wooded buffer rather than outside of the property line. This would require the County to provide a letter giving SCE&G rights to the property where the poles will be located. The Association’s attorney will be asked to contact the County regarding this matter. The SCE&G representative indicated that similar variances have been granted for other properties involved in this project so we are hopeful that this will get approved.
Respectfully,
Jennifer Seabrook
Community Manager
Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA)
Association Management Specialist (AMS)
Accredited Association Management Company (AAMC)
349 Folly Road; Suite 2B
Charleston, SC 29412
843-795-8484 x329
