Short-Term Rentals

2023 Short-term Rental Permit Re-Application Process (current permit holders only)

Current short-term rental permit holders must submit their re-application between November 15, 2022 and December 15, 2022 (no exceptions).   The following required information must be submitted with the re-application in addition to filling out the application and paying the appropriate review fee ($250) for each short-term rental property:

• Signed Property Owner Affidavit (a separate form for each owner)
• Copy of current homeowner's insurance showing personal liability coverage and that the policy is in force
• Proof of property taxes paid
•  Photo showing location of required off-street parking for each short-term rental unit(s) 
• Initialed, dated, and signed Short-Term Rental Fire Safety Criteria
• Signed STR Requirement Acknowledgement form
• Copy of the accessory dwelling unit certificate of occupancy, if applicable 

Any re-applications received after December 15, 2022, will be denied, the application review fee will be forfeited, and a permit will not be issued for the new permit year.

Only re-applications will be considered during this timeframe.  If you do not currently have a 2022 STR permit and apply during the re-application process, your application will be denied and you will forfeit the application review fee.   More information on the application process and requirements can be found by viewing the ordinance. 

2023 Application instructions   

Sales, Use and Accommodation Taxes

You are required to pay taxes to the State of South Carolina and Charleston County. Please visit the SC Department of Revenue website with specific questions about state taxes you may owe or contact them at 803-898-5970. For information about county taxes you may owe, please visit the Charleston County website or contact them at 843-202-6095.