The bill H. 3339 proposes an amendment to Section 27-37-10 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, specifically addressing the grounds for the eviction of tenants. The key change involves the timeframe for nonpayment of rent, which is adjusted from five days to ten days after the due date. This amendment stipulates that if a written rental agreement clearly states in bold and conspicuous type that nonpayment of rent within this ten-day period constitutes legal notice, the landlord may initiate ejectment proceedings.

Additionally, the bill ensures that the requirement for providing notice is met if the rental agreement includes the notice specified in Section 27-40-710(B). The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor, thereby updating the legal framework surrounding tenant evictions in South Carolina.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 27-37-10
Latest Version: 27-37-10
12/06/2024: 27-37-10