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South Carolina will begin enforcing updated modular and site-built building codes on January 1, 2027, while a new state law will also remove qualifying eviction records from the public court index after seven years. Members involved in modular construction, manufactured-home communities, or rental properties should review these changes and consider how they may affect operations.

Manufactured Housing Installation & Permitting in South Carolina Guidance for Retail Dealers and Local Jurisdictions Bottom Line A licensed manufactured home retail dealer in South Carolina may perform installation of manufactured homes they sell, provided that: – Installation is performed by direct employees of the dealer – Employees are covered under the dealer’s surety bond […]

LAWS, FACTS & FORMS Search or browse our members-only library of documents. LAWS, FACTS & FORMS Search or browse our members-only library of documents. Select a category below to filter your results based on topic: How to Contact Local Officials Need to get something done or info from local government? There’s a directory to state’s […]

Dealing With Deed Restrictions and Covenants In addition to zoning, deed restrictions and covenants can be an obstacle to placing a manufactured or modular home. SC law requires that modular homes must be treated the same as site-built homes in terms of government zoning, but specific developments and neighborhoods can legally exclude modular homes and […]

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has published guidelines they say will make it easier to understand what type of proof property owners can require from renters showing they own a legitimate service animal. In some cases service animals are exempt from no-pets policies. The directive spells out the difference between assistance […]

Here is a sample document of a notice to collect past due rent and other charges for tenants of a manufactured housing community. View Full Article

Most of the guidelines for preparing a manufactured home for a tropical storm are the same as for other houses. Here are some additional tips issued by the Manufactured Housing Institute of South Carolina (MHISC), the association representing housing communities, as well as the companies that build and install the homes. View Storm Preparedness Document […]

Here is the South Carolina law dealing with smoke detectors in rental units such as apartments and homes rented in a manufactured home rental community. The document is not intended as legal advice; please consult with your legal counsel regarding other possible sections of the law that may pertain to your company. View Full Article

This is a sample letter requesting a tenant to complete an incident report based on a complaint about a neighbor in the community. This ensures that all complaints are kept confidential and organized. View Full Article

This is a sample notice to resident or residents of termination of the rental agreement based on the second notice of material violation. View Full Article