S.0575

Building codes

Introduced·4/16/25
Introduced Text

Amends South Carolina building codes to define terms and require council approval for local modifications.

This bill amends the South Carolina Code to define terms related to building codes, including "climatological" and "physical." It establishes criteria for local jurisdictions to request modifications to building codes based on local conditions. The South Carolina Building Codes Council must review and approve these requests, ensuring the modifications provide a reasonable standard of public health, safety, and welfare. The council must promulgate regulations consistent with the provisions of this chapter.

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Current
Labor, Commerce and Industry Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Apr 16, 2025

Senate

Introduced and read first time

Apr 16, 2025

Senate

Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry