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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 6-39-10 So As To Reduce Certain Administrative And Permitting Costs And Barriers To The Construction Of Housing While Maintaining Safety, Public Health, And The General Welfare With Respect To Construction And Occupancy; By Amending Section 5-25-120, Relating To Inspectors Of Buildings, So As To Allow A Builder To Hire A Certified Third-party Inspector To Perform The Duties Of The Local Inspector Of Buildings As They Relate To That Builder; And By Amending Section 40-3-290, Relating To Exceptions From Coverage Of The Chapter, So As To Revise An Exemption For Plans And Specifications For Certain Dwellings.
AI Summary
This bill introduces the South Carolina Home Attainability Act, which aims to reduce administrative and permitting costs for housing construction while maintaining safety and public health. The legislation requires local governments to explore ways to increase housing affordability, such as waiving system development charges and considering property tax exemptions. The bill mandates that municipal authorities approve or disapprove construction plans within 15-30 days, with the possibility of a mutually agreed-upon extension. It also caps the total taxes and fees charged to builders at 10% of a home's sales price. Additionally, the bill allows builders to hire certified third-party inspectors to perform local building inspection duties, and modifies regulations regarding residential construction plan exemptions. The changes are designed to streamline the housing development process, potentially making housing more affordable and accessible in South Carolina by reducing bureaucratic barriers and associated costs. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry (on 01/14/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4&session=126&summary=B |
| Fiscal Note - S0004 2025-01-14 Introduced | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/fiscalimpactstatements/S0004%202025-01-14%20introduced.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4_20241211.htm |
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