The bill H. 3508 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws concerning the Residential Landlord Tenant Act by exempting certain tenancies from its provisions. Specifically, it modifies Section 27-40-120 to clarify which arrangements are not governed by the act, including various types of occupancy such as transient stays in hotels and occupancy by employees of landlords. Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions under Section 45-2-65, granting campground owners the right to demand the removal of tenants who disrupt the quiet enjoyment of other tenants, and outlines the process for such removals, including the potential for law enforcement involvement.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a new Article 1 in Chapter 37, Title 27, which provides property owners with a streamlined process to request the immediate removal of unauthorized occupants from residential dwellings. This includes specific conditions that must be met for the request to be valid, as well as penalties for unlawful detainment or damage to property. New sections are also added to address criminal penalties for unlawful occupation and fraudulent property transactions. The bill is set to take effect upon the Governor's approval.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 27-40-120, 45-2-65, 16-11-785, 16-9-10
Latest Version: 27-40-120, 45-2-65, 16-11-785, 16-9-10