The bill H. 4266 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by introducing new definitions and requirements related to building codes. It adds Section 6-9-6, which defines key terms such as "climatological," "code," "council," and "physical" to clarify the context of building regulations. Additionally, it amends Section 6-9-55 to ensure that regulations promulgated by the South Carolina Building Codes Council are consistent with the provisions of Chapter 9, Title 6. The bill also modifies Section 6-9-63 to require the council to grant local modifications based on specific conditions outlined in Section 6-9-105.

Furthermore, Section 6-9-105 is amended to stipulate that local jurisdictions can request modifications to building codes when local physical or climatological conditions necessitate such changes. The council is tasked with reviewing these requests and must grant approval if certain criteria are met, including the authorization from the local governing body and the demonstration that the modification addresses local needs without compromising public health and safety. The bill emphasizes the importance of local conditions in shaping building regulations and aims to streamline the process for municipalities and counties to adapt codes to their specific circumstances.

Statutes affected:
03/27/2025: 6-9-6, 6-9-55, 6-9-63, 6-9-105
Latest Version: 6-9-6, 6-9-55, 6-9-63, 6-9-105