Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Bluffton, SC

Short-term rentals (STRs) are defined as dwellings rented in their entirety for less than 30 consecutive days. One STR is permitted per lot in specific zoning districts (AG, RMU, RG, NC, GM, RV-HD, NCV-HD, NG-HD, NCE-HD), with off-street parking required at one space per bedroom and a 24/7 local contact able to respond within one hour.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Bluffton. 1. Submit a completed Short-term Rental Unit Permit application for each unit along with proof of ownership, a notice to adjacent property owners affidavit, and HOA/POA approval if applicable. 2. Obtain a Town of Bluffton Business License for the owner (and agent if applicable) and submit a life-safety checklist with photos of required safety items. Permits must be renewed annually.

1. Submit a completed Short-term Rental Unit Permit application for each unit along with proof of ownership, a notice to adjacent property owners affidavit, and HOA/POA approval if applicable. 2. Obtain a Town of Bluffton Business License for the owner (and agent if applicable) and submit a life-safety checklist with photos of required safety items. Permits must be renewed annually.