Dorchester County land disturbance permit and stormwater help
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In SC, construction that disturbs 1 acre or more, or is part of a larger plan that will, needs state stormwater permit coverage before work starts, and some counties and cities also have their own land disturbance permit. The box below shows who SCDES lists as the plan reviewer in Dorchester County.
Dorchester County
LocationDorchester County Please contact Dorchester County for assistance in determining whether project will be reviewed by Dorchester County or SCDHEC (now SCDES) in unincorporated areas– must provide copy of correspondence
Reviews plans here (SCDES lists this as the "Reviewing Entity"):Dorchester County
LocationIncorporated areas of Harleyville, Reevesville, Ridgeville, St. George, portions of Summerville)
Reviews plans here (SCDES lists this as the "Reviewing Entity"):SCDES - Bureau of Water
LocationCity of North Charleston
Reviews plans here (SCDES lists this as the "Reviewing Entity"):City of North Charleston
LocationSummerville, Town of
Reviews plans here (SCDES lists this as the "Reviewing Entity"):Town of Summerville
Rules and reviewers can change. Check with the office before you start work.
Source: SCDES, Where to Apply . Checked Oct 30, 2026.
Most permitted sites also need a SWPPP (stormwater pollution prevention plan). See SC SWPPP requirements.
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