Property Management

In South Carolina, when can a landlord enter a rental unit in an emergency?

AOnly during business hours with advance notice
BImmediately without notice when there is an immediate threat to health, safety, or property✓ Correct
COnly with the tenant present
DOnly if the tenant has been notified 24 hours in advance

Explanation

While SC law requires 24-hour advance notice for most landlord entries, in genuine emergencies (fire, burst pipe, gas leak, etc.) a landlord may enter immediately without prior notice to protect health, safety, or property.

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