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$1.2 million tax break approved for N. Charleston apartments

A 2020 SC law has taken millions in property tax from local governments and schools by exempting apartments promising affordable rents. No one is making sure they do, but a fix has eluded lawmakers.

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Charleston Post and Courier· Oct 18, 9:00 AM$1.2 million tax break approved for N. Charleston apartments

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