PROPERTY OPERATIONS

The work behind what you love about Palmetto Dunes

  Palmetto Dunes is known for its natural beauty, comfort, and resort-quality experience — and Property Operations helps protect everything that makes our community a destination of choice. Our team is responsible for maintaining and improving the shared infrastructure and common areas that support daily life for owners, guests, renters, and staff.

Our work is guided by the Palmetto Dunes POA mission: to enhance quality of life, protect the natural environment, and improve the resources of our community for all who live, invest, work, and play here. With a vision of being the best residential beach resort community in the Southeast, we approach every project with accountability, integrity, collaboration, and stewardship.

Property Operations manages both visible and behind-the-scenes efforts — from roadway and facility improvements to stormwater infrastructure, safety upgrades, and long-term planning. We also play an important role in maintaining the lagoon system, one of Palmetto Dunes’ most defining features. Protecting water quality, supporting sustainability, and caring for this unique resource helps preserve the character and value of our community.

Whether the work is large or small, our goal is the same: reduce risk, protect assets, and improve the experience of Palmetto Dunes — today and for years to come.

From vision to action, Property Operations’ work is best seen in the results.
Throughout the year, our team delivers a wide range of projects that maintain critical infrastructure, enhance safety, protect natural resources, and improve the everyday experience of living and visiting Palmetto Dunes. Some of this work is highly visible, while much of it happens quietly behind the scenes — but all of it plays a role in preserving the character, functionality, and long-term value of our community.

Below is a snapshot of recently completed capital projects that reflect our ongoing commitment to stewardship, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across Palmetto Dunes.

Completed Capital Projects: Turning Plans into Progress

Over the past several years, Palmetto Dunes has made significant investments in infrastructure, accessibility, stormwater management, and community enhancements. Each project reflects a commitment to long-term stewardship, safety, sustainability, and preserving the character that makes Palmetto Dunes a destination of choice.

 Road Projects

  • 2020: The Port Tack Corridor from Mooring Buoy to Full Sweep was redeveloped, which included replacing both vehicular bridges, the addition of a new leisure pathway, improving stormwater drainage infrastructure, and landscaping enhancements.
  • 2021: Sea Lane, Weather Shore, Lee Shore, and Starboard Tack (Sea Lane to Rum Row)
    Comprehensive redevelopment of these corridors included full roadway reconstruction, new stormwater drainage infrastructure, replacement of Broad Creek Public Service District domestic waterlines, and realignment of Sea Lane to create a separate leisure pathway. Enhanced greenspace landscaping improved curb appeal while supporting long-term stormwater performance.
  • 2023–2024: Mooring Buoy Corridor Redevelopment (Sea Lane to Port Tack)
    This major infrastructure project included roadway realignment and reconstruction, significant improvements to the leisure path to enhance safety and accessibility, installation of new stormwater drainage infrastructure, and upgrades to Broad Creek PSD utilities. The work significantly improved corridor functionality while supporting future stormwater management needs.
  • 2025: Roadway Resurfacing and Storm Drain Upgrades
    Full Sweep, Top Side, and Yard Arm were resurfaced, with upgraded storm drainage pipes installed to improve roadway longevity and stormwater performance.

Bridge Projects

  • 2022–2023: Sea Lane Bridge Replacement
    The Sea Lane Bridge was replaced with a realigned roadway and leisure pathway, incorporating significant landscaping enhancements and infrastructure improvements designed to accommodate future stormwater initiatives along the Mooring Buoy corridor. This project improved safety, accessibility, and long-term adaptability.
  • 2025: Bridge Rehabilitation Program
    Restoration work was completed on the Full Sweep, Haul Away, Swing About, Mooring Buoy, Ocean Lane, and Carnoustie bridges. This work extended the service life of these critical assets, improved safety, and protected long-term infrastructure investments.

Pathway Projects

  • 2023: Beach Access Improvements (Brigantine/Cat Boat & Flotilla/Galleon)
    Stair access was converted to ramps to improve ease of use for residents and guests. At Dunes House, a Mobi-Mat® nonslip beach access mat was added, enhancing safety and accessibility for individuals with disabilities, families with strollers, and beachgoers of all ages.
  • 2025: Omni Beach Path Improvements
    Enhancements included the installation of a Mobi-Mat® to improve accessibility and safety along the beach path.
  • 2025:Second and Third Row Beach Access
    Clearing of the common property between the 2nd and 3rd row Armada to Brigantine to improve ease of access to the beach path and increase safety.
  • 2025: Pedestrian Safety Enhancements
    New crosswalks were installed at Villamare and Captain’s Walk, improving pedestrian safety and visibility in high-traffic areas.
  • 2025: Leisure Path Concrete Repairs
    Trip hazards were addressed along key leisure paths, improving safety and walkability throughout the community.

Stormwater and Water Control Structures

  • 2020: Stormwater drainage improvements and road reconstruction on Lookout.
  • 2022: Port Tack at Down Wind – Stormwater Improvements
    New stormwater drainage infrastructure was installed to improve water conveyance and reduce localized flooding, supporting lagoon health and roadway resilience.
  • 2025: Stormwater Sinkhole Repairs
    Sinkholes at 93 Mooring Buoy and 74 Port Tack were repaired, restoring infrastructure integrity and qualifying for reimbursement through the Town’s stormwater drainage agreement.
  • 2025: Weir Stop Log Water Control Structure Repairs
    Repairs were completed to support lagoon water level management and coordination with Town stormwater infrastructure.

Community Enhancements

  • 2023–2024: Dunes House Lane and Parking Area Improvements
    Redevelopment focused on safety, access, and efficiency, including new road and parking surfaces, relocated handicapped parking, dedicated spaces for bicycles and compact vehicles, improved access for emergency services, and additional parking capacity. These upgrades improved the arrival experience at one of Palmetto Dunes’ most active destinations.
  • 2025: Community Enhancements and Curb Appeal
    • Landscaping improvements at the Starboard Tack and Rum Row intersection
    • Starboard Tack & Sea Lane bench installation providing a rest area for walkers
    • Beach access signage updated with numbered markers to improve wayfinding and emergency response
  • 2025: Internal Operations Improvements
    • Completion of internal irrigation repairs across the community
    • SharePoint migration of critical files to improve operational efficiency and information security

What’s Next

Property Operations continues to focus on smart planning, proactive maintenance, and long-term stewardship of Palmetto Dunes. In the months ahead, priorities include advancing roadway and drainage projects along Rum Row, Haul Away, and the T-Streets, strengthening stormwater infrastructure, and preserving bridges and other critical assets.

Ongoing care of the lagoon system remains central to our work, with continued water quality monitoring, maintenance, and planning for future dredging and improvements that support environmental health and resilience.

We will also keep investing in safety, accessibility, and curb appeal by improving leisure paths, crosswalks, beach access, signage, and community amenities. Behind the scenes, updates to technology, tools, and staff training help ensure Property Operations can work efficiently and meet the community’s needs.

Guided by the PDPOA Strategic Plan, our goal is simple: protect what makes Palmetto Dunes special today while preparing thoughtfully for the future.