Mount Pleasant Town Council to Review Vape Shop Signage
The proposed 54 Smoke and Vape Shop location near Moultrie Middle School faces an upcoming town council review.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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A new 54 Smoke and Vape Shop is seeking approval to open at 709 Coleman Boulevard in Mount Pleasant. The shop is located less than one mile from Moultrie Middle School.
Why it matters
Local parents have voiced concerns regarding the new store's proximity to a popular student walking route. The discussion highlights the absence of specific municipal buffer zones between schools and tobacco retailers.
The proposed shop is located at 709 Coleman Boulevard, which is less than a mile from Moultrie Middle School. Federal data indicates that over 5% of middle and high school students currently use e-cigarettes.
The players
Mount Pleasant Town Council
This is the governing body for the city responsible for zoning and municipal ordinance enforcement.
Moultrie Middle School
This local educational institution serves students within the Mount Pleasant community.
The details
The 54 Smoke and Vape Shop recently submitted its signage designs to the town for review. Currently, the Mount Pleasant Town Council only has the authority to evaluate whether the proposed signage aligns with existing town standards.
Timeline
October 28, 2026: Mount Pleasant Town Council meeting
Market Landscape
The absence of a buffer zone ordinance creates a legal framework that limits the town's ability to restrict the shop's location. This situation underscores a broader tension between property development rights and local zoning ordinances regarding proximity to schools.
Residents should be aware that the upcoming council review is focused strictly on signage rather than the business permit itself. There are currently no local regulations preventing the establishment of the shop at this location.
The takeaway
Communities often find that existing zoning laws do not account for modern shifts in retail land use. Parents seeking to address such concerns typically need to engage with local council members before legislative schedules are finalized.
Further reading
Find more updates on new businesses in the area at Mount Pleasant Openings & Closings.
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