South Carolina § 48-56-80 - Amendment or revocation of cooperative agreements.
Full text of South Carolina South Carolina Code of Laws § 48-56-80 — Amendment or revocation of cooperative agreements., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48-56-80. Amendment or revocation of cooperative agreements.
(A) The department may amend a cooperative agreement with the consent of the participant or when there is a change in South Carolina environmental law.
(B) The department may revoke a cooperative agreement at the request of the participant.
(C) The department may, after an opportunity for a hearing, revoke a cooperative agreement if it finds that the participant:
(1) is not in compliance with the cooperative agreement;
(2) is not in compliance with an approval that is not replaced by the cooperative agreement or with a provision of South Carolina environmental law for which the cooperative agreement does not grant a variance;
(3) has refused the department's request to amend the cooperative agreement;
(4) is unable, or has shown an unwillingness, to comply with pollution reduction goals that apply to the participant under the cooperative agreement;
(5) has entered into the cooperative agreement by misrepresenting or failing to fully disclose all relevant information or any information requested by the department.
(D) If the department revokes a cooperative agreement, it shall include in a written revocation decision:
(1) deadlines that provide the participant with a reasonable amount of time to obtain required approvals that were replaced by the cooperative agreement;
(2) any interim requirements that are needed to ensure that the participant is in compliance with all South Carolina environmental law applicable to the participant until the department issues the final approvals;
(3) any requirements of the cooperative agreement for which the department does not establish interim requirements remains in effect until the department issues the final approvals.
(E) A final decision under subsection (C) is subject to review under Section 1-23-310 of the Administrative Procedures Act or under Regulation 61-72 concerning procedures for contested cases.
HISTORY: 2002 Act No. 318, SECTION 1.
Source: official South Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Carolina § 48-56-80
What does South Carolina Code of Laws § 48-56-80 cover?
Section 48-56-80 ("Amendment or revocation of cooperative agreements.") 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 § 48-56-80?
A common citation format is "South Carolina Code of Laws § 48-56-80" (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 § 48-56-80 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.