What are the building setback requirements in Berkeley County, SC?

Minimum building setbacks in Berkeley County are: front yard: 35 ft, side yard: 15 ft, rear yard: 30 ft. Requirements may vary by zoning district.

What are the fence height limits in Berkeley County?

Contact the county planning department for fence regulations.

How can I find my property lines in Berkeley County?

You can visualize your property boundaries using ParcelVision, an AR app that shows property lines on your iPhone. For legal purposes or before construction, hire a licensed surveyor.

Berkeley County, SC Property Laws

Building setbacks, fence regulations, and zoning requirements for Berkeley County.

Building Setbacks in Berkeley County

Setback requirements determine how far structures must be from property lines. These minimums apply to most residential construction in unincorporated Berkeley County.

Front Yard

35 ft

Side Yard

15 ft

Rear Yard

30 ft

Accessory Structures

Contact county

Setbacks vary by parcel size: 14,000+ sq ft (35/15/30), 10,000-13,999 sq ft (30/10/25), 6,001-9,999 sq ft (25/7.5/20), <6,000 sq ft (20/7.5/20). Rural districts require 100 ft front, 50 ft side/rear. Commercial districts require 20 ft front/rear.

Source: Article 5 (Urban Residential), Article 6 (Rural), Article 7 (Commercial/Industrial)

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Walk your land and see the boundaries appear in AR. Know exactly where setbacks apply.

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Disclaimer: This information is extracted from Berkeley County ordinances for reference only. Regulations vary by zoning district and may have changed. Contact the Berkeley County Planning Department for official guidance before building.

Last updated: May 2026