Land Use & Zoning
In South Carolina, which entity has the primary authority to adopt and enforce local zoning ordinances?
AThe South Carolina Real Estate Commission
BThe South Carolina Department of Commerce
CCounty and municipal governments✓ Correct
DThe South Carolina Supreme Court
Explanation
Under South Carolina's Local Government Comprehensive Planning Enabling Act, counties and municipalities have the authority to adopt zoning ordinances and comprehensive plans to regulate land use within their jurisdictions.
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