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S.C. Code Ann. § 31-21-10

Short title

In Force
Verified 10/20/2026 · Next check 10/27/2026
effective 10/16/2026South CarolinaFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

S.C. Code Ann. § 31-21-10
This chapter is known and may be cited as the South Carolina Fair Housing Law.
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Plain English

Section 31-21-10 establishes the official short title of the chapter, designating it as the 'South Carolina Fair Housing Law.' This naming provision gives the chapter a recognizable label used in legal citations, court filings, and public communications. The title signals that the chapter addresses fair housing protections within the state of South Carolina.

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For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating in South Carolina should be aware that the body of rules governing fair housing in the state is formally titled the 'South Carolina Fair Housing Law' under § 31-21-10. When reviewing compliance obligations, lease agreements, or legal correspondence, this is the chapter that will be referenced by that name. Familiarity with the chapter's official title helps operators correctly identify the applicable legal framework when consulting legal resources or responding to housing-related inquiries.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Under § 31-21-10, the state's fair housing protections are formally compiled and cited as the 'South Carolina Fair Housing Law.' Knowing this official title can help renters locate the relevant chapter when researching their rights or filing a complaint with a housing agency. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices familiar with the South Carolina Fair Housing Law can be a useful starting point for understanding how the chapter's protections may apply.

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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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

S.C. Code Ann. § 31-21-130
S.C. Code Ann. § 31-21-140
S.C. Code Ann. § 31-21-140
S.C. Code Ann. § 31-21-40
S.C. Code Ann. § 31-21-70

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Source Information

Source:https://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/t31c021.php
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