Property Ownership
Which South Carolina legal concept prevents a landowner from using their property in ways that harm their neighbors?
AEminent domain
BNuisance law (private and public nuisance)✓ Correct
CZoning variances
DAdverse possession
Explanation
Nuisance law protects property owners and the public from harmful, offensive, or unlawful uses of nearby property. A property owner may be legally liable for maintaining a nuisance.
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