S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-110
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This chapter applies to, regulates, and determines rights, obligations, and remedies under a rental agreement, wherever made, for a dwelling unit located within this State.
Section 27-40-110 of South Carolina's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act establishes that the law's reach is defined by where the rental property sits, not where the lease was signed. Any rental agreement for a dwelling unit physically located in South Carolina falls under this chapter, regardless of whether the contract was executed in another state or country. This means the rights, obligations, and remedies set out in the chapter govern those tenancies as a matter of South Carolina law.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40-110, operators of residential rental properties in South Carolina are subject to the full scope of Chapter 40 for every dwelling unit located within the state, even if the lease agreement was drafted or signed elsewhere. Compliant operators generally ensure that their lease terms and management practices conform to South Carolina's statutory requirements rather than relying solely on the law of another jurisdiction. Reviewing lease agreements for consistency with Chapter 40 is a standard practice for property managers operating in the state.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 27-40-110 means that if your dwelling unit is located in South Carolina, the protections and remedies provided by Chapter 40 apply to your tenancy — even if your landlord is based out of state or the lease was signed in another jurisdiction. Tenants can generally raise the rights and remedies established under this chapter in any dispute arising from their South Carolina rental. Tenant-rights organizations in South Carolina can help explain how Chapter 40's protections may apply to a particular rental situation.
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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