Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Surfside Bch, SC

Transient short-term rentals (periods less than 30 days) are permitted only in the R3 and C3 zoning districts. Operators must obtain a Town business license (NAICS 721199) and collect/remit a 1% hospitality fee and a 0.5% local accommodations tax.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Surfside Bch. 1) Verify property is in R3 or C3 zoning and obtain zoning approval/code clearance. 2) Apply for a Town business license (NAICS 721199) with a minimum fee of $90 plus $2.27 per $1,000 over $2,000. 3) Register for and remit the 1% hospitality fee and 0.5% local accommodations tax; licenses must be renewed annually by April 30.

1) Verify property is in R3 or C3 zoning and obtain zoning approval/code clearance. 2) Apply for a Town business license (NAICS 721199) with a minimum fee of $90 plus $2.27 per $1,000 over $2,000. 3) Register for and remit the 1% hospitality fee and 0.5% local accommodations tax; licenses must be renewed annually by April 30.