Can I legalize a basement apartment anywhere in Folly Beach?

Legalizing a basement apartment on Folly Beach depends on that specific lot's zoning district and, importantly, its flood elevation requirements, since below-grade living space faces much stricter limits on a barrier island than it would inland. Not every Folly Beach property will qualify once flood rules are applied, regardless of how the space is currently finished. Brian Beatty can confirm the zoning and flood requirements on a specific Folly Beach address before you invest in permitting.