News Summary
Gaston, a small community in Lexington County, could see over 300 new single-family homes with two proposed subdivisions, Valley Crest and Terra Pines. The Lexington County Planning Commission will review these projects on May 15. Valley Crest plans 198 homes across 129 acres, while Terra Pines seeks to build 119 homes on 80 acres. This growth aims to enhance housing options in rural areas surrounding Gaston, marking a trend of increased development in the region.
Gaston Area to Possibly Welcome 317 New Homes
Gaston, a small community in Lexington County, may soon see the development of over 300 new single-family homes, pending a review by the Lexington County Planning Commission. The commission will assess two proposed subdivisions—Valley Crest and Terra Pines—during their upcoming meeting on May 15 at 9 a.m.
The Valley Crest subdivision is proposed to feature 198 single-family homes spread across 129 acres along Fish Hatchery Road. Meanwhile, the Terra Pines subdivision is planning for 119 homes on 80 acres, situated off Casa Dell Road, near Blackville Road and S.C. Highway 6. Together, these projects aim to enrich housing choices in the increasingly sought-after rural regions surrounding Gaston.
If the planning commission endorses these developments, they will then be presented to the Lexington County Council for final approval. This two-step process is typical for large-scale developments in the area.
The developer behind the Valley Crest project, Scott Morrison, is in the final stages of finalizing the land acquisition for the new homes. In contrast, Terra Pines is being developed by the Power Engineering Company based in West Columbia, which recently acquired the land for $675,000 in early May.
The proposed developments signify a broader trend of growth in southeastern Lexington County, where housing developments have surged in 2025. This year alone has seen at least two additional subdivisions either proposed or approved in the region, including a nearly 200-home development sanctioned along Edmund Highway. Furthermore, a previously approved housing development was recently expanded, doubling its size from 624 units in April.
The current landscape of Lexington County is categorized as a growth corridor, bolstered by the success of nearby housing developments. This new wave of construction is expected to meet the demand for housing in the area, as its population continues to grow. The increasing number of single-family homes signals a response to residents seeking more living options outside the hustle and bustle of more urban environments.
No immediate comments regarding the Terra Pines project were available from the developer, reflecting perhaps the swift nature of the planning process that can often limit immediate outreach.
As the Lexington County Planning Commission gears up for its evaluation meeting, community members and stakeholders are encouraged to stay informed about these developments, given their potential impact on the local housing market and community dynamics in Gaston.
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