S.C. Code Ann. § 27-35-130
Notice required for tenants at will and domestic servants
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All tenants at will and domestic servants shall vacate the premises occupied upon twenty days' written notice.
Under S.C. Code Ann. § 27-35-130, tenants at will and domestic servants occupying a premises are required to vacate after receiving twenty days' written notice. This provision establishes the minimum written notice period that triggers the obligation to leave, applying specifically to at-will tenancy arrangements and domestic service situations. It does not address month-to-month leases governed by other statutory provisions or specify any particular form the written notice must take beyond being in writing.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers dealing with tenants at will or domestic servants in South Carolina should be aware that § 27-35-130 requires written notice of at least twenty days before a vacate obligation is triggered. Compliant operators generally ensure that such notices are delivered in a documented, verifiable manner—such as certified mail or personal delivery with a written acknowledgment—so that the start of the notice period can be established clearly. Maintaining records of when and how notice was delivered is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under S.C. Code Ann. § 27-35-130, tenants at will and domestic servants are entitled to at least twenty days' written notice before they are obligated to vacate the premises. If a landlord attempts to remove a tenant without providing the required written notice, that failure may be relevant as a defense in any eviction or unlawful detainer proceeding. Tenants who believe proper notice was not given may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service to understand the options available under South Carolina law.
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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