Bill > H4702

This bill adds a new section to South Carolina law that authorizes counties to create ordinances requiring property owners to maintain their lots in a clean and safe condition. Specifically, counties can mandate that property owners keep their land free of rubbish, debris, and other materials or conditions that could be considered a public nuisance. The bill allows counties to notify property owners about problematic conditions, require owners to correct these issues, and even permit county employees or contracted workers to enter the property to address the problems if the owner does not. Furthermore, the bill stipulates that the costs of such clean-up efforts can become a lien on the real estate and can be collected similarly to county taxes, though with some limitations on forced sale procedures. The bill also specifies that the costs charged to the property owner cannot exceed the actual expenses incurred by the county. The proposed legislation would take effect upon approval by the Governor, providing counties with a legal mechanism to address property maintenance and public health concerns.

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https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4702&session=126&summary=B