Business Licenses

Every person engaged or intending to engage in any calling, business, occupation or profession referenced in whole or in part, within the limits of the town, is required to pay an annual business license fee based on gross income. Business licenses are valid for one calendar year beginning January 1 expiring December 31st.  Renewals received after February 28 (February 29 in a leap year) are considered delinquent and subject to a late fee of 5% per month. A new business shall be required to have a business license prior to operating within the Town.

Customers can come to the Municipal Center located at 4475 Betsy Kerrison Parkway, Kiawah Island, SC 29455 for assistance as needed. Business License applications and renewals are accepted by online submittals only.

See Full Business License Ordinance

Have questions? Contact  businesslicenses@kiawahisland.org or 843-768-9166