The bill H. 3350 aims to amend various sections of the South Carolina Homeowners Association Act to enhance the governance and operational procedures of homeowners associations. Key amendments include the introduction of a definition for "internal dispute resolution process," which establishes a fair and efficient method for resolving disputes between homeowners and associations. Additionally, the bill mandates that homeowners associations must create and provide a description of their internal dispute resolution process to homeowners annually. It also specifies that any resolution must be documented in writing and prohibits charging fees for participation in this process.

Further changes include requirements for homeowners associations to give at least 48 hours' notice before meetings related to budget increases, and the expansion of access to documents provisions for homeowners. The jurisdiction of magistrates' courts is clarified to include all disputes between homeowners and associations, and complaints must include relevant documentation to support responses. These amendments are designed to improve transparency, communication, and conflict resolution within homeowners associations in South Carolina.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 27-30-120, 27-30-140, 27-30-150, 27-30-155, 27-30-160, 27-30-340
Latest Version: 27-30-120, 27-30-140, 27-30-150, 27-30-155, 27-30-160, 27-30-340
12/06/2024: 27-30-120, 27-30-140, 27-30-150, 27-30-155, 27-30-160, 27-30-340