Solar Energy in Florence County, SC (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Florence County, South Carolina.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Florence County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Panel Permits
Unincorporated Florence County requires a solar energy system application through the Planning Department before any roof- or ground-mounted panel array goes in. Sec. 30-114.1 spells out the site-plan package, sealed engineering details and, for Level II systems, a stormwater NPDES permit, interconnection agreement, fire department review and FAA letter near airports. Fees run through the certificate-of-zoning-compliance schedule and violations carry the same penalty as any other zoning breach.
Solar Panel Permits in Florence County
Some RestrictionsFlorence County Code § 30-114.1
Applicants shall apply to the planning department and meet the following requirements: (1)Complete and submit a solar energy systems application.(2)Submit three, scaled 11-inch by 17-inch or larger, site plans by a licensed land surveyor, landscape architect, or engineer. ... (4)Level I SES approval is subject to:a.Interconnection utility agreement (grid-tied systems).b.Restrictive covenants af...
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