South Carolina’s new anti-squatting law speeds removal process, changes eviction appeals - Live 5 News
South Carolina's new anti-squatting law accelerates eviction for unauthorized occupants and limits appeal grounds, reducing landlord costs and uncertainty.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Rental-Housing & Eviction Rules space on July 17, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Landlords and property managers in South Carolina should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately; law is effective upon signing.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Rental-Housing & Eviction Rules continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed. Regulated niches like Rental-Housing & Eviction Rules move faster than most operators can track by hand, which is why Aforeworn watches the official sources for you and flags every material change the moment it appears.
What changed
Eviction process for squatters is faster; appeals are more restricted.
Who it affects
Landlords and property managers in South Carolina
What you must do
Update eviction procedures and lease clauses to address unauthorized occupants.
Deadline
Immediately; law is effective upon signing.
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