South Carolina § 4-25-10 - Authority to regulate construction and electrical work and to license contractors.
Full text of South Carolina South Carolina Code of Laws § 4-25-10 — Authority to regulate construction and electrical work and to license contractors., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-25-10. Authority to regulate construction and electrical work and to license contractors.
The governing body of each county in this State with a population of more than one hundred fifty thousand persons, according to the most recent official United States census, may determine those areas or sections in the county lying outside of the limits of incorporated municipalities which, by reason of density of settlement or population, or urban growth and development, residential, commercial, business, or industrial, shall come within the purview of those rules and regulations which the governing body of the county may issue pursuant to this section. The governing body may, either by resolution or ordinance, provide and prescribe reasonable rules and regulations for (a) the construction, alteration or repair of all buildings and structures of every kind, (b) the installation of electrical wiring and appliances in such buildings, (c) the licensing on the basis of their qualifications, competence and performance record, of all contractors engaged in the construction, alteration or repair of such buildings, and all electrical contractors engaged in the installation of electrical wiring and appliances in such buildings, and (d) the adoption of such other reasonable rules, regulations and codes pertaining to buildings and structures of every kind not otherwise provided by law, including but not limited to minimum housing, fire prevention, and gas codes, in any such area or section in which the governing body shall deem such rules and regulations to be necessary or proper for the protection of public health and safety in such area or section.
HISTORY: 1962 Code SECTION 14-400.601; 1956 (49) 2154; 1957 (50) 367; 1971 (57) 879.
Source: official South Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Carolina § 4-25-10
What does South Carolina Code of Laws § 4-25-10 cover?
Section 4-25-10 ("Authority to regulate construction and electrical work and to license contractors.") is part of the South Carolina Code of Laws, the codified statutory law of South Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite South Carolina § 4-25-10?
A common citation format is "South Carolina Code of Laws § 4-25-10" (South Carolina). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of South Carolina law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the South Carolina official source linked on this page or consult a licensed South Carolina attorney.
How does South Carolina § 4-25-10 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in South Carolina can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in South Carolina.