The bill S. 264 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding a new section, 12-37-160, which stipulates that certain properties cannot be annexed by a municipality without the express written consent of the property owner. This provision specifically applies to real property that contains farm buildings or agricultural structures exempt from taxation, as well as property assessed under specific tax regulations. Additionally, it includes any adjacent real property under common ownership with the exempt property.

This legislation seeks to protect property owners' rights by ensuring that municipalities cannot annex their land without their agreement, thereby providing a safeguard for agricultural and tax-exempt properties. The bill will take effect upon receiving approval from the Governor.

Statutes affected:
01/28/2025: 12-37-160
02/19/2025: 12-37-160
02/26/2025: 12-37-160
Latest Version: 12-37-160