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Folly Beach STR Ruling and Appeal

Folly Beach STR Ruling and Appeal

Judge abolishes Folly Beach's STR cap ordinance and permit fees, ruling they violate SC law. City council votes to appeal and imposes moratorium on new STR licenses until 2027, with exceptions for pending applications. Regulatory uncertainty continues; investors should monitor appeal outcome. North Charleston also considering immediate permit revocation for crime-related STRs.

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Updated Aug 24, 2026