Prohibits septic tank construction within 200 yards of navigable waterways or coastal wetlands in South Carolina.
The bill amends the South Carolina Code to prohibit the Department of Environmental Services from permitting the construction or installation of septic tanks within 200 yards of any navigable waterway or coastal wetland. This restriction aims to protect water quality and coastal ecosystems by preventing potential contamination from septic systems. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.
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