Appendix 601. District boundaries.

The boundaries of the above zoning districts are shown by a series of maps entitled, "Official Zoning Map, Horry County, South Carolina," which, together with all explanatory matter thereon, is hereby adopted by reference and declared to be a part of this ordinance.

601.1 Each map bearing the designation "Official Zoning Map, Horry County, South Carolina" shall be identified by the signature of the chairman of the County Council of Horry County, attested by the clerk of the County Council of Horry County, and bear the Seal of the County under the words: "Official Zoning Map, Horry County, South Carolina," together with the date of the adoption of this ordinance [October 20, 1987].

601.2 If changes are made in district boundaries or other matter portrayed on the official zoning map, such changes shall be entered on the official zoning map promptly by the zoning administrator within fifteen (15) days after the amendment has been approved by the County Council. No amendment to this ordinance which involves information portrayed on the official zoning map shall become effective until after such change has been made on said map.

601.3 No changes of any nature shall be made on the official zoning map or information shown thereon except in conformity with the procedures set forth in this ordinance. Any unauthorized change of whatever kind by any person or persons shall be considered a violation of this ordinance and punishable as provided by law.

601.4 Regardless of the existence of purported copies of the official zoning map which may from time to time by [be] made or published, the official zoning map, which shall be located in the office of the zoning administrator, shall be the final authority as to the current status of land and water areas, buildings, and other structures in the county.