Maritime Forest Under Attack Again in Court

The whole reason SI for All was founded was in response to efforts from a very small group of front beach homeowners who want to radically cut the forest for better views. That group has spent years suing the Town to allow more cutting.

In 2023, a Circuit Court Judge blocked the enforcement of a controversial settlement agreement on Sullivan’s Island that would have allowed the destruction of the Island’s unique Maritime Forest. But just last week, this small group of islanders went before the SC Court of Appeals to try to get that ruling overturned.  (News 2 coverage, Post and Courier coverage).

These attempts to destroy the forest for views will likely continue, which is why we must all work together to protect this national treasure. The forest protects all of us from storm surge and hurricanes, it provides a natural habitat to a variety of wildlife and ia a beautiful entrance to our beach. Please stand with us and protect this ecological gift.

A ruling from the South Carolina Court of Appeals is expected in early 2026. CLICK HERE to watch the court hearing held on October 8th, 2025.