S.C. Code Ann. § 10-5-210
Declaration of intent
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The General Assembly declares that the policy of this State is to enable persons with disabilities to achieve maximum personal independence; to use and enjoy governmental and public buildings and facilities; and to participate fully in all aspects of society. The General Assembly resolves to enact legislation necessary to implement this policy and the purpose of this article is to begin this implementation.
Section 10-5-210 of the South Carolina Code establishes the state's foundational policy commitment to ensuring that people with disabilities can live independently, access government and public buildings, and participate fully in public life. This provision functions as a declaration of legislative intent, signaling that subsequent statutes in the article are designed to carry out these goals. It does not itself impose specific requirements but sets the interpretive framework for the accessibility rules that follow.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Although S.C. Code Ann. § 10-5-210 is a declaration of intent rather than an operational rule, it signals that the broader article it introduces is aimed at ensuring accessibility in governmental and public buildings. Property owners and managers who operate or lease space in buildings covered by this article should understand that the provisions flowing from this declaration are designed to be read broadly in favor of access for persons with disabilities. Familiarity with this foundational policy helps operators contextualize the specific accessibility requirements found elsewhere in Title 10, Chapter 5.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
S.C. Code Ann. § 10-5-210 reflects South Carolina's stated commitment to enabling people with disabilities to access public and governmental buildings and to participate fully in society. While this section is a policy declaration rather than an enforceable individual right on its own, it informs how the rest of the article should be interpreted and applied. Tenants or building users who believe accessibility requirements under Title 10, Chapter 5 are not being met may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or disability-rights advocate to understand what specific protections the implementing provisions offer.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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