Review security deposit records and 30-day return procedures. South Carolina requires landlords to return the deposit with a written, itemized statement of any deductions within 30 days after the tenancy ends and possession is returned (or after the tenant's demand, if later), and a wrongfully withheld deposit can cost three times the amount plus attorney fees, so keep condition records ready and send the statement by certified mail to prove the mailing date.
The South Carolina rule
Each rule shows its schedule, its primary sources, and the date it was last verified.
Related rules in South Carolina
The South Carolina guide lists every compliance obligation, the seasonal maintenance calendar, and baseline upkeep.
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