Land Use & Zoning
Which South Carolina coastal land use concept establishes baseline measurements to regulate beachfront construction?
AFEMA flood map baseline
BThe SC Beachfront Management Act's 'baseline' and 'setback line'✓ Correct
CDHEC's coastal baseline study
DThe Army Corps shoreline baseline
Explanation
The SC Beachfront Management Act establishes a 'baseline' (marking dune crest positions) and a 'setback line' measured landward from the baseline. Development seaward of the setback line is restricted.
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