Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Folly Beach, SC

STRs are permitted under a regulated licensing system with defined categories: Long-Term (30+ days), Owner-Occupied (≤29 days, max 72 rental days/year), Investor (≤29 days, currently capped/no new licenses), and Provisional (up to 90 days). Properties must provide proof of ownership, accommodation tax compliance, and meet a minimum of 28 rental nights per year to maintain a license.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Folly Beach. 1) Apply for the appropriate rental business license (LTR, OSTR, ISTR, or PSTR) by submitting the Charleston County business license form to the City via the licensing office or GovPilot portal and pay the required fees. 2) Provide required documents: proof of ownership/bedroom count, proof of accommodation tax payments, proof of minimum 28-night stay (with confirmation numbers), and date of last septic inspection. 3) Complete annual renewals by April 30 for business licenses and June 1 for registrations.

1) Apply for the appropriate rental business license (LTR, OSTR, ISTR, or PSTR) by submitting the Charleston County business license form to the City via the licensing office or GovPilot portal and pay the required fees. 2) Provide required documents: proof of ownership/bedroom count, proof of accommodation tax payments, proof of minimum 28-night stay (with confirmation numbers), and date of last septic inspection. 3) Complete annual renewals by April 30 for business licenses and June 1 for registrations.