# S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-60: SECTION 40-57-60. Powers and duties of commission

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-60

## Section

- **Citation:** S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-60
- **Heading:** SECTION 40-57-60. Powers and duties of commission
- **Jurisdiction:** South Carolina
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** SC Code / Title 40 / Chapter 57 / Article 1 / Section 40-57-60

## Text

(A) The commission shall administer and enforce this chapter and regulations promulgated under this chapter. In addition to powers contained in Section 40-1-70, the powers and duties include, but are not limited to: (1) determining the standards for the qualifications and eligibility of applicants for licensure, the qualifications of education providers and instructors, and the conditions for initial license issuance and license renewal; (2) conducting disciplinary hearings on alleged violations of this chapter and regulations promulgated under this chapter and deciding disciplinary actions as provided in this chapter for those found to be in violation; (3) recommending changes in legislation and promulgating regulations governing the real estate industry relative to the protection, safety, and welfare of the public; and (4) establishing a fee schedule. (B) The commission may not be involved in a resolution of disputes between licensees over the payment or division of a commission or fee. (C) The commission staff shall conduct periodic inspections of the offices of licensees to assist with and ensure compliance with this chapter. Effect of Amendment 2016 Act No. 170, SECTION 1, rewrote the section. 2024 Act No. 204, SECTION 3, in (A)(1), inserted "initial license issuance and".

## Nearby sections

- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-5 SECTION 40-57-5. Applicability of chapter; conflicts of laws.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-5.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-10 SECTION 40-57-10. South Carolina Real Estate Commission created; purpose.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-10.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-20 SECTION 40-57-20. Valid Licensure Requirement for Real Estate Brokers, Salespersons, and Property Managers.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-20.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-30 SECTION 40-57-30. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-30.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-40 SECTION 40-57-40. Commissioners.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-40.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-50 SECTION 40-57-50. Election of officers; seal; rules and procedures.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-50.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-60 SECTION 40-57-60. Powers and duties of commission.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-60.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-65 SECTION 40-57-65. Annual report.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-65.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-70 SECTION 40-57-70. Application and license fees; allocation of fees; annual report.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-70.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-90 SECTION 40-57-90. Application for examination or licensure; form and fees.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-90.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-110 SECTION 40-57-110. Issuance and classification of license; inactive status; renewal; lapse.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-110.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-115 SECTION 40-57-115. Criminal background checks required for initial applicants and licensure renewals.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-115.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-120 SECTION 40-57-120. Nonresident licensees; change in residency; referral fees by resident licensees.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-120.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 40-57-135 SECTION 40-57-135. Duties of broker-in-charge and property manager-in-charge; supervised licensees; office locations; policies and recordkeeping; management agreements; unlicensed employees.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T40_C57_A1_S40-57-135.md)

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