Land Use & Zoning

In South Carolina, a building permit is required before:

APurchasing a new home
BBeginning construction, renovation, or demolition of a structure✓ Correct
CRefinancing an existing property
DChanging the use of a property within the same zoning district

Explanation

Building permits must be obtained before beginning construction, renovation, addition, or demolition to ensure the work complies with building codes and zoning regulations.

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