# S.C. Code Regs. 30-16: S.C. Code Regs. 30-16. Documentation Requirements Before Commencing Activities Between Setback Line and Baseline

> South Carolina · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_16

## Section

- **Citation:** S.C. Code Regs. 30-16
- **Heading:** S.C. Code Regs. 30-16. Documentation Requirements Before Commencing Activities Between Setback Line and Baseline
- **Jurisdiction:** South Carolina
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** South Carolina Code of Regulations / Chapter 30 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES — COASTAL DIVISION / S.C. Code Regs. 30-16

## Text

A. Notification Procedure:

(1) Activities requiring written notification to and written response from the Department:

(a) Construction of new habitable structures at least partially seaward of the forty year setback line.

(b) Additions to habitable structures.

(c) Replacement of habitable structures.

(d) Construction of new pools between the baseline and the setback line and landward of an erosion control device which existed June 25, 1990.

(e) Replacement of pools.

(2) Information required:

(a) New habitable structures and additions to habitable structures:

(i) heated square footage of the proposed habitable structure or proposed addition.

(ii) plat showing footprint and cross section showing foundation of new structure as located on lot. Also, all property lines, setback lines and any parking requirements which may be in effect must be shown. The structure or addition must be located as far landward on the property as practicable as determined by the Department.

(iii) for additions, the plat must clearly differentiate between the original structure and proposed additions.

(b) Replacement structures:

(i) heated square footage of original and proposed replacement structure.

(ii) linear footage along the coast of proposed replacement and original structure.

(iii) plat showing footprint and cross section showing foundation of proposed replacement structure.

(c) Replacement of destroyed pools will require a plat showing footprint and cross section of the original and replacement pool.

## Nearby sections

- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-1 S.C. Code Regs. 30-1. Statement of Policy](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_1.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-2 S.C. Code Regs. 30-2. Applying for a Permit](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_2.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-3 S.C. Code Regs. 30-3. Public Hearings](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_3.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-4 S.C. Code Regs. 30-4. Decisions on a Permit](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_4.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-5 S.C. Code Regs. 30-5. Exceptions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_5.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-6 S.C. Code Regs. 30-6. Appeals of Permit Decisions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_6.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-8 S.C. Code Regs. 30-8. Enforcement](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_8.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-9 S.C. Code Regs. 30-9. Other Provisions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_9.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-10 S.C. Code Regs. 30-10. Critical Area Boundaries](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_10.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-11 S.C. Code Regs. 30-11. General Guidelines for all Critical Areas](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_11.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-12 S.C. Code Regs. 30-12. Special Project Standards for Tidelands and Coastal Waters](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_12.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-13 S.C. Code Regs. 30-13. Specific Project Standards for Beaches and the Beach/Dune System](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_13.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-14 S.C. Code Regs. 30-14. Administrative Procedures](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_14.md)
- [S.C. Code Regs. 30-15 S.C. Code Regs. 30-15. Activities Allowed Seaward of Baseline](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_CODEREGS_30_15.md)

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