The bill H. 5113 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 6-29-735, which prohibits local governments from preventing the continuation of lawful nonconforming use of property when a preexisting manufactured home or mobile home is replaced with a new manufactured home or mobile home. The bill outlines specific exceptions to this rule, including safety concerns, discontinuation of use for a specified period, changes in dwelling type, and obstructions to shared driveways or sidewalks. Additionally, the bill provides definitions for terms such as "manufactured home," "mobile home," and "single-family dwelling."

Furthermore, the bill amends Section 23-43-85, which relates to standards for the placement of modular homes. It clarifies that the standards apply to on-frame modular homes and removes a previous five-year restriction on display models being used for residential purposes. The amendments include updated requirements for modular homes, such as foundation specifications and appeal processes for variances from certification standards. The bill is set to take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
02/05/2026: 6-29-735, 23-43-85
Latest Version: 6-29-735, 23-43-85