Annexation

For a community to continue to grow and prosper, it is essential to encourage the timely and planned annexation of land. Annexation would add previously unincorporated property into the Town. This enables the town to ensure that outward expansion at the fringe of the community is developed in an orderly manner.

The Town of Irmo recognizes the fast pace of development that is occurring around us. We are trying to predict the areas of growth in order to better manage their development. With greater control over development, the Town of Irmo can protect your investment by regulating what is built around your property. In addition, annexations will help us to determine the best possible locations and layout of future roads, schools, municipal buildings, parks and influence a wide range of other decisions.

If you are interested in finding out about annexing to the Town of Irmo, we are available to assist you in the process and answer any questions. We understand you will have questions regarding the annexation process and the effect on your property taxes. By working together, we can analyze all the options in order to make the best decision for you and the Town.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Annexation?

Annexation is the process of changing municipal boundaries to bring adjacent unincorporated areas into an existing town. State law only allows properties that are contiguous (currently touching our boundary line) to our current borders to be annexed. The property must also not be part of another municipality.

What is the process?

Annexation can seem like a lengthly and complicated process, but that is not the case. Your first step is to contact us and determine if your property is eligible for annexation. If your property is eligible, you will take the following steps:

Complete and submit the Annexation Application. You will need documents such as your deed and plat.

And that is all! We will take care of everything else. The entire process of annexation takes about three (3) months.

What are the benefits?

Annexing to the Town of Irmo would mean you would receive more comprehensive services. A resident in the Town of Irmo means:

NO additional property tax!
Higher level of fire protection and law enforcement!
Potential lower homeowners insurance!
A strong voice in local government: planning, zoning, and land-use regulations!
You will have access to stake makers when it comes to what is being built around your home!
Lower rates on parks, events, and rental facilities!
If you are considering selling or developing your property, it could be worth more inside of the Town of Irmo limits!

How will this affect our school district?

Annexation will have no effect on your school district. School district boundaries were established long ago, and are not altered by changes in municipal boundaries.

How much will it cost me?

There is no application fee to annex property.