The bill S. 1031 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding new sections that prohibit county councils and city councils from adopting or enforcing regulations that limit the use of specific styles of exterior cladding or finish materials for residential or commercial buildings. Specifically, Section 4-1-190 prohibits county councils from implementing any ordinances or building codes that are more restrictive than state or national building codes regarding exterior materials. Similarly, Section 5-25-950 imposes the same restrictions on city councils and governing bodies of incorporated cities or towns.

Both sections include a provision stating that these regulations do not apply to special purpose districts, overlay zones, or historic areas, allowing for some exceptions in specific contexts. The bill is currently under consideration in the Senate Committee on Judiciary and will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
03/18/2026: 4-1-190
Latest Version: 4-1-190