S.C. Code Ann. § 27-47-420
Notice to resident of new rental rate where tenancy continues beyond original term
Operative Text
When a tenancy is to continue beyond the original term a resident must be given notice by the owner at least thirty days in advance of the effective date of a new rental rate.
Under S.C. Code Ann. § 27-47-420, when a rental arrangement continues past its original term, the property owner is required to give the resident advance written notice of any new rental rate. That notice must be delivered at least thirty days before the new rate takes effect. The rule establishes a minimum notice window designed to give residents time to evaluate the changed terms before they become binding.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to S.C. Code Ann. § 27-47-420 generally ensure that any rent increase taking effect after the original lease term is communicated to the resident no fewer than thirty days before the new rate begins. Compliant practice typically involves documenting the date notice was delivered and retaining a copy of the notice itself. Providing notice well in advance of the thirty-day minimum helps avoid disputes about whether proper notice was given.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
S.C. Code Ann. § 27-47-420 gives residents the right to at least thirty days' advance notice before a new rental rate takes effect when a tenancy continues beyond its original term. If a resident believes proper notice was not provided, that potential violation may be relevant to any dispute about the enforceability of the new rate. Tenant-rights organizations in South Carolina can help residents understand what options may be available when notice requirements appear not to have been met.
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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