Who does South Carolina §27-30-130 apply to?

South Carolina §27-30-130 applies to HOA associations in South Carolina.

What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with §27-30-130?

Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for South Carolina community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.

Where can I read the official text of South Carolina §27-30-130?

The official text is published by the South Carolina General Assembly at scstatehouse.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.

South Carolina §27-30-130

Enforceability of governing documents; recording requirements; rules, regulations, and amendments

Statute:: South Carolina §27-30-130 · Chapter HOA (South Carolina Homeowners Association Act (S.C. Code §§ 27-30-110 to 27-30-340))
Topic:: Governing Documents · Recording
Applies to:: HOA associations

Governing documents (declaration, master deed, bylaws, and amendments) must be recorded in the county where the property sits to be enforceable. Rules and amendments are effective on adoption but must be recorded by January 10 of the following year to stay enforceable, and they must be accessible to members (conspicuous posting, association website download, email, or another method the bylaws use that actually reaches people). Recording of rules and bylaws does not need the witnesses and acknowledgements Section 30-5-30 otherwise requires.

recording; governing documents; rules; january tenth; register of deeds

📄 Read the official text at scstatehouse.gov →

How SoShiny helps with Enforceability of governing documents; recording requirements; rules, regulations, and amendments

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Frequently asked

What does South Carolina §27-30-130 require?: Governing documents (declaration, master deed, bylaws, and amendments) must be recorded in the county where the property sits to be enforceable. Rules and amendments are effective on adoption but must be recorded by January 10 of the following year to stay enforceable, and they must be accessible to members (conspicuous posting, association website download, email, or another method the bylaws use that actually reaches people). Recording of rules and bylaws does not need the witnesses and acknowledgements Section 30-5-30 otherwise requires.
Who does South Carolina §27-30-130 apply to?: South Carolina §27-30-130 applies to HOA associations in South Carolina.
What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with §27-30-130?: Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for South Carolina community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
Where can I read the official text of South Carolina §27-30-130?: The official text is published by the South Carolina General Assembly at scstatehouse.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Enforceability of governing documents; recording requirements; rules, regulations, and amendments?: SoShiny is built around the Florida statutes from day one. The features that help you comply with this section are part of every plan — no add-ons, no per-document fees. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of South Carolina §27-30-130 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a South Carolina-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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