The bill H. 3473 aims to amend Section 48-14-40 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, specifically regarding land-disturbing activities that are exempt from the provisions of the Stormwater Management and Sediment Reduction Act. The amendment includes new provisions that recognize agricultural structures used to house livestock, poultry, crops, or other agricultural products, materials, or equipment as exempt from these regulations. Additionally, it specifies that the construction of other types of agricultural structures that are one or more acres in size, such as broiler houses and machine sheds, will require the submission and approval of a stormwater management and sediment control plan prior to commencing any land-disturbing activities.

This legislative change is designed to facilitate agricultural operations by clarifying which activities are exempt from stormwater management regulations while ensuring that larger agricultural structures still adhere to necessary environmental protections. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 48-14-40
02/05/2025: 48-14-40
Latest Version: 48-14-40