(A) The provisions in this chapter supersede and preempt any ordinance enacted by a local political subdivision that purports to:
(1) require operators to obtain permits from local governments in order to identify facilities;
(2) require pre-marking or marking of facilities;
(3) specify the types of paint or other marking devices that are used to identify facilities; or
(4) require removal of marks.
(B) A permit issued pursuant to law authorizing an excavation or demolition shall not be deemed to relieve a person from the responsibility for complying with the provisions of this chapter.
HISTORY: 2011 Act No. 48, Section 1, eff June 7, 2012.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 58 - Public Utilities, Services and Carriers
Chapter 36 - Underground Facility Damage Prevention Act
Section 58-36-10. Short title.
Section 58-36-20. Definitions.
Section 58-36-30. Ordinances superseded and preempted; effect of permit on liability.
Section 58-36-40. Costs or expenses of compliance; liability for damage or injury.
Section 58-36-70. Information to be supplied by operators.
Section 58-36-90. Notice of damages.
Section 58-36-100. Design requests; operator response.
Section 58-36-110. Exemption from notice requirements.
Section 58-36-120. Penalties; actions; effect on civil remedies.