The bill S. 575 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 terms such as "climatological" and "physical" in the context of local building conditions. 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 clarify the council's responsibilities in granting local modifications based on specific local conditions and amends Section 6-9-105 to outline the criteria under which local jurisdictions can request modifications to building codes.

Key changes include the requirement for the council to grant local modifications when certain conditions are met, emphasizing the importance of local physical and climatological factors in building regulations. The bill stipulates that local modifications must be justified by evidence of local conditions and must not adversely affect public health, safety, or welfare. The proposed changes are designed to enhance the flexibility of building codes to better suit the unique needs of different local jurisdictions in South Carolina. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
04/16/2025: 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