A South Carolina room rental agreement is a formal document that outlines the agreement between the main tenant and other roommates in a jointly rented property. It details each individual’s financial obligations and expected duties for living at and maintaining the private and shared areas.
Every roommate must read and consent to this contract’s terms. The agreement becomes valid once all roommates sign it, indicating their acceptance of its terms. The main tenant should use a rental application to screen potential subtenants, ensuring new roommates can uphold their agreement.
After How Long Does a Guest Become a Tenant in South Carolina?
It’s common in some jurisdictions for guests to be considered tenants if they stay for an extended period, typically ranging from 14 to 30 days. They may also be considered tenants if they exhibit behaviors consistent with tenancy, such as receiving mail at the address, paying for utilities or rent, or bringing in furniture.
However, the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Title 27, Chapter 40 of the South Carolina Code of Laws) doesn’t specify a timeframe. Therefore, this remains a general guideline rather than a legally defined timeframe. Parties should refer to the lease for guidance on when guests become tenants.
