Although it contains a few caveats the core of S.194 is the same as 2012’s deplorable dilapidated buildings act. Like its predecessor S.194 would empower government to seize private property, give it to a court-appointed receiver to repair or demolish, then either bill the original owner for repairs or, if the owner were unable to pay, sell it. This idea remains an egregious violation of property rights.
(Related H.3039)
The Dilapidated Buildings Act
Posted: December 11, 2014 by South Carolina Policy Council
Although it contains a few caveats the core of S.194 is the same as 2012’s deplorable dilapidated buildings act. Like its predecessor S.194 would empower government to seize private property, give it to a court-appointed receiver to repair or demolish, then either bill the original owner for repairs or, if the owner were unable to pay, sell it. This idea remains an egregious violation of property rights.
(Related H.3039)
Category: Individual Liberties, Legislation