Section 6-1-970 - Exemptions from impact feesThe following structures or activities are exempt from impact fees:
(1) rebuilding the same amount of floor space of a structure that was destroyed by fire or other catastrophe;(2) remodeling or repairing a structure that does not result in an increase in the number of service units;(3) replacing a residential unit, including a manufactured home, with another residential unit on the same lot, if the number of service units does not increase;(4) placing a construction trailer or office on a lot during the period of construction on the lot;(5) constructing an addition on a residential structure which does not increase the number of service units;(6) adding uses that are typically accessory to residential uses, such as a tennis court or a clubhouse, unless it is demonstrated clearly that the use creates a significant impact on the system's capacity;(7) all or part of a particular development project if:(a) the project is determined to create affordable housing; and(b) the exempt development's proportionate share of system improvements is funded through a revenue source other than development impact fees;(8) constructing a new elementary, middle, or secondary school; and(9) constructing a new volunteer fire department.Amended by 2016 S.C. Acts, Act No. 229 (HB 4416), s 1, eff. 6/3/2016.1999 Act No. 118, Section 1.