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South Carolina Rental licensing / registration

Last reviewed 2026-10-23

Do landlords need a rental license or registration in South Carolina?

No state statute requiring rental registration was found in S.C. Code chapter 27-40.

Verified Source: S.C. Code chapter 27-40 · last checked 2026-10-23

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