South Carolina law limits how local zoning can restrict bona fide agricultural operations and farm-related activities on land used for farming.
While counties and municipalities retain general zoning authority under Title 6, Chapter 29, the Right to Farm Act in Section 46-45-10 and related provisions constrain ordinances that would unreasonably restrict agricultural operations. Bona fide farm activities, including the raising of crops and livestock, are commonly exempt from many local zoning controls. Counties such as those with agricultural overlay districts must balance protection of farmland with development pressures. Local governments still regulate non-agricultural commercial activities on farms, including events, retail sales of non-farm goods, and structures unrelated to production.
Zoning ordinances that unreasonably interfere with protected farm operations may be struck down upon challenge in state court.
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