H4970

Renters Fairness Act

Introduced·1/15/26
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South Carolina H4970 mandates landlords to provide tenants convicted of non-drug, non-firearms crimes three months to relocate and store their.

South Carolina H4970, known as the Renters Fairness Act, amends the state code to require landlords to give tenants convicted of crimes unrelated to illicit substances or firearms three months to relocate. If tenants cannot move their personal property within this period, landlords must store the items for an additional thirty days. This provision aims to support tenants facing legal challenges by ensuring they have adequate time to find new housing and manage their belongings.

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History

Jan 15

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 15

House

Referred to Committee on Judiciary