S.C. Code Ann. § 10-5-280
Display of international symbol
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The international symbol of access for people with disabilities must be permanently displayed at the entrance of buildings, structures, and facilities that are in compliance with the standards established pursuant to this article.
Under S.C. Code Ann. § 10-5-280, any building, structure, or facility that meets the accessibility standards set out in the relevant article is required to permanently display the internationally recognized wheelchair-accessibility symbol at its entrance. The rule ties the display obligation directly to compliance status — only facilities that actually meet the applicable standards are required to post the symbol. The symbol serves as a public indicator that the entrance and facility conform to those accessibility requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers overseeing buildings subject to South Carolina's accessibility standards under § 10-5-280 generally ensure that the international symbol of access is permanently affixed at each qualifying entrance once the facility is confirmed to be in compliance with the article's standards. Compliant operators typically verify that signage is durable, properly positioned, and maintained so it remains visible over time. Keeping documentation of the facility's compliance status can help demonstrate that the display requirement has been appropriately met.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 10-5-280, the presence of the international symbol of access at a building's entrance is intended to signal that the facility meets South Carolina's accessibility standards — and its absence at a compliant facility may indicate a violation of this provision. Tenants or visitors who believe a qualifying facility is failing to display the required symbol, or that the symbol is displayed despite the facility not actually meeting accessibility standards, may consider contacting the relevant South Carolina state agency or a tenant-rights or disability-rights organization for guidance. General enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with the appropriate state authority or raising the issue through available administrative channels.
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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