How much notice does a landlord have to give before entering in South Carolina?
In South Carolina, a landlord must give 24 hours notice before entering an occupied rental, other than in an emergency. This is S.C. Code §§ 27-40-770, 27-40-530, 27-40-710.
| What | South Carolina |
|---|---|
| Notice before entry | 24 hours |
| Emergencies | No notice required |
Notes
Thirty days' written notice ends a month-to-month tenancy. Entry: 24 hours, except in an emergency. Nonpayment: a five-day written notice to quit — but the landlord need not give it at all if the lease itself carries the exact warning set out in § 27-40-710(B). No statute sets a rent-increase notice period.
Source
S.C. Code §§ 27-40-770, 27-40-530, 27-40-710 — last checked 2026-09-15.
This is a summary of a published statute, not legal advice. Rules change, local ordinances can add to them, and the terms of a specific lease may differ. Check the citation and speak to a lawyer before acting.
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