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South Carolina Commercial Lease Agreement

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South Carolina at a glance: Eviction Notice: 5 days' notice to pay (S.C. Code § 27-37-10) · Self-Help Eviction: Allowed if explicitly written in the lease · Governing Law: South Carolina Code Title 27

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Overview

Commercial Lease Agreements in South Carolina

South Carolina commercial leases are governed by Title 27 of the South Carolina Code. Landlords must issue a 5-day notice to pay before filing an eviction (S.C. Code § 27-37-10).
Key Facts

South Carolina Commercial Lease Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementSouth Carolina Rule
Eviction Notice5 days' notice to pay (S.C. Code § 27-37-10)
Self-Help EvictionAllowed if explicitly written in the lease
Governing LawSouth Carolina Code Title 27
Legal Requirements

South Carolina Legal Requirements

  • Notice to pay must comply with South Carolina's 5-day timeline.
Governing Laws

South Carolina Governing Laws

S.C. Code § 27-37-10
Action for Eviction
Defines notice requirements for commercial lease defaults.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's South Carolina legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

South Carolina Commercial Lease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

Are self-help lockouts legal in South Carolina commercial leases?

Yes, if the lease agreement explicitly grants the landlord the right to re-enter and lock out the tenant upon default.