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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 27-1-65 So As To Provide That A Deed, Restriction, Covenant, Or A Homeowners Association Document Must Not Prohibit The Installation Of A Balcony Solar Panel; And By Adding Section 58-41-60 So As To Prohibit The State From Restricting The Installation Of Balcony Solar Panels.
AI Summary
This bill amends South Carolina state law to protect homeowners' rights to install balcony solar panels by preventing homeowners associations (HOAs) and state agencies from prohibiting or restricting such installations. Specifically, the bill prevents any restrictive covenant, deed, contract, lease, or HOA governing document from blocking balcony solar panel installation. While HOAs cannot outright ban these panels, they can still require reasonable design accommodations to maintain aesthetic consistency among community members. The bill adds two new sections to South Carolina's legal code: one in Title 27 (relating to property) and another in Title 58 (relating to state regulations). The law will take effect immediately upon the Governor's approval, providing homeowners more flexibility in adopting renewable energy technologies like solar panels, even in multi-unit or community housing settings where previous restrictions might have prevented such installations.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4579&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4579_20251217.htm |
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