South Carolina HOA and condominium associations are governed by the South Carolina Homeowners Association Act (§27-30-110 et seq.) for planned communities and the South Carolina Horizontal Property Act (§27-31-10 et seq.) for condominiums. As of mid-2026, South Carolina has pending legislation that would add new accountability and dispute resolution requirements — but those bills have not yet been enacted. Here is what South Carolina boards need to know about the current legal framework and pending changes.
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2025: Pending HOA Accountability Bills
Reform Package — Pending HOA Accountability Bills
The South Carolina Legislature has introduced the following bills, which were not enacted as of mid-2026:
HB 3350 — Internal Dispute Resolution Required
If enacted, this bill would require all South Carolina HOAs to establish formal internal dispute resolution procedures before disputes can escalate to court. Associations that do not have formal dispute resolution procedures would be required to adopt them. Boards should consider proactively adopting an internal dispute resolution policy regardless of the bill's final status, as it reflects good governance practice.
Bill 5204 — Annual License Fee
This bill proposes an annual license fee of $3 per unit paid to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs. If enacted, this would create a state licensing and oversight mechanism similar to what other states have implemented.
South Carolina HOA boards should monitor both bills through the 2026 legislative session and be prepared to implement changes if either is enacted.
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Current South Carolina HOA Compliance Framework
While statewide reforms remain pending, South Carolina HOAs must comply with:
- Annual meeting requirements under the SC Homeowners Association Act
- Financial disclosure obligations under §27-30-130
- Member inspection rights for books and records
- Assessment and lien collection procedures under CC&Rs and state law
- Fair housing compliance under federal and state law
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What South Carolina HOA Boards Should Do Now
1. Monitor HB 3350 — if enacted, you will need to adopt a formal internal dispute resolution procedure before any HOA lawsuit.
2. Monitor Bill 5204 — if enacted, plan to register with the SC Department of Consumer Affairs and pay the annual per-unit fee.
3. Review your current governing documents for compliance with the SC Homeowners Association Act and Horizontal Property Act.
4. Ensure member records inspection rights are clearly documented in a written procedure.
5. Confirm your annual meeting and assessment collection procedures comply with current South Carolina statutory requirements.
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How APM Provides Remote HOA Management in South Carolina
APM provides professional remote HOA and condo management to South Carolina boards through our HOA Alchemy platform, serving communities in Charleston, Columbia, Myrtle Beach, and across the state. Our compliance team monitors South Carolina legislative developments and helps clients maintain current compliance with the SC Homeowners Association Act. Contact us at billing@apmhoa.com or visit [apmhoa.com/remote-hoa-management/south-carolina](https://www.apmhoa.com/remote-hoa-management/south-carolina) for a free remote management proposal.
*This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For questions specific to your association, consult a licensed South Carolina attorney.*
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