S.C. Code § 48-20-55
General permits for limited mining
South Carolina · South Carolina Code Title 48, Chapter 20 — South Carolina Mining Act · Status: effective
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- S.C. Code § 48-20-55, General permits for limited mining, South Carolina, version 1 as recorded 2026-09-28, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/1587362
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(A) The department may develop and implement general permits for the regulation of mining limited to excavations for topsoil or sand/clay fill material which do not require further processing. General permits developed by the department must contain, at a minimum, standard plans and specifications for environmental protection, storm water management, public health and safety protections, and reclamation of affected lands in accordance with promulgated regulations.
(B) An applicant for a general permit where the total affected area is two acres or less may begin mining when the department receives a complete application for a general permit. Before an operator may conduct mining operations under a general permit for an affected area greater than two acres, he shall file an application with the department to determine eligibility. The department may require an individual operating permit pursuant to Sections 48-20-60 and 48-20-70 instead of issuing a general permit if necessary to ensure environmental protection or public safety.