As new businesses arrive in South Carolina, roads are widened and new infrastructure is built. Sometimes, more land is required to complete these projects. This means the government or public utilities must acquire or “take” land from private landowners. This is known as Eminent Domain which is done through the condemnation process.
The condemnation process in South Carolina follows the South Carolina Eminent Domain Procedures Act, which outlines the steps involved in the condemnation process. This process can be complicated, confusing, and uncertain.
Often, the amount or size of the property acquired by the government or public utility may be small or seemingly inconsequential. However, this “taking” by the government can significantly impact the remaining portion of your property. It is important to address all the effects of the “taking” on your property. For instance, it can affect your property’s overall value and use. These effects on commercial property may include decreased parking, loss of signage, or diminished ingress or egress. These effects on residential property may include new water runoff issues, limitations or restrictions on how the remaining property can be used or developed, or the elimination of landscaping in your yard. All of these issues and many more can arise as a result of a condemnation action. To properly address these issues, expert witnesses may need to be retained, and a careful analysis of all aspects of the “taking” is critical.
The lawyers at the Bryan Law Firm work closely with expert witnesses and our clients to ensure individuals and businesses facing a condemnation action receive “just” compensation. We represent landowners on a contingency fee basis, meaning that no fee is paid unless the landowner collects more money than the government or public utility offered before hiring our firm. Please contact the Bryan Law Firm if you have questions, concerns, or need assistance with a condemnation matter.
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This is intended for general information purposes only. The information it contains is not legal advice, nor should it be construed as the formation of a lawyer-client relationship. Legal advice is dependent upon the specific circumstances of each situation. Also, the law may vary from state to state. Some information in this guide may not be correct for your state.