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South Carolina Lease renewal / non-renewal notice

Last reviewed 2026-10-23

Does a landlord have to give notice before not renewing a lease in South Carolina?

A search of the full text of S.C. Code ch. 27-40 found no notice requirement for ending a fixed-term lease at its end. A landlord may not retaliate by raising rent above fair-market value, cutting essential services, or suing for possession (27-40-910).

Verified Source: S.C. Code ch. 27-40 (full-text search of the act); § 27-40-910 · last checked 2026-10-23

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