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Under the South Carolina Horizontal Property Act, which of the following is NOT typically classified as a common element in a condominium development?

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C) The interior walls, flooring, and fixtures within an individual unit

Under the South Carolina Horizontal Property Act (S.C. Code Ann. §§ 27-31-10 et seq.), the interior walls, flooring, and fixtures within an individual unit are NOT common elements — they are part of the unit itself, owned exclusively by the individual unit owner. The master deed defines the boundaries of each unit, and elements within those boundaries (interior finishes, appliances, non-load-bearing walls) are the unit owner's exclusive property and responsibility.

Answer Options
A
The swimming pool and recreational facilities shared by all residents
B
The hallways and stairwells connecting units to building exits
C
The interior walls, flooring, and fixtures within an individual unit
D
The foundation, structural columns, and load-bearing walls of the building

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