10/23/2026
We’re frustrated with how erosion-control enforcement is affecting homebuilding in York County, South Carolina.
We understand why road and off-site sediment controls matter. Silt fence and other measures help keep mud and runoff out of neighboring yards, lakes, and public roads. That protection is important, and we take it seriously.
Our concern is with corrective actions involving materials contained within the active job site—like mortar near a foundation, block dust, or a torn bag of mortar mix. In this case, we were told to stop work, clean up, and then resume foundation work that would involve mortar again. In our view, the cleanup requirements and work stoppage added significant time and cost, even though we had sediment controls in place.
Erosion-control measures can already cost thousands of dollars per site. When enforcement adds more delays and expenses, those costs ultimately affect homeowners and make it harder to build an affordable home. We work in several South Carolina counties, and our experience in York County has been especially challenging.
We have a meeting with county representatives next week, and we plan to bring other builders who have faced similar issues. HD Builders wants to speak up for homeowners and work toward reasonable, consistent expectations.
If you’re concerned, contact your state and county representatives and ask them to review stormwater and erosion-control enforcement in York County. Keep it respectful, share your own experience, and let your representatives know how these costs affect local homeowners. Follow along—we’ll share an update after the meeting.
“Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy.” — Proverbs 31:9
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