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South Carolina Short-TermRental Licensing

Charleston's tiered STR ordinance is among the strictest on the East Coast. Hilton Head is lighter-touch but requires registration and tax compliance.

South Carolina Snapshot

Local rules at a glance.

Permitting

Charleston STR permit (Category 1–4) + state retail license

Taxes

State Sales + Accommodations Tax + local hospitality tax

Penalties

$500–$1,000 per violation; permits revoked for repeat issues

Key Notes

Charleston caps non-owner-occupied STRs by category and zone.

South Carolina Markets

Cities we file in regularly.

Charleston
Myrtle Beach
Hilton Head

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