Frequently Asked Questions

Any individual or entity operating a business physically located within the Town of Port Royal, or conducting revenue-generating activities within the Town’s jurisdiction, including, but not limited to, home-based businesses, property managers, and owners of commercial properties, long-term rentals, or short-term rentals (STRs) is required to obtain a valid business license.

Port Royal Business Licenses must be renewed each year by April 30th. 

It depends on the rate and NAICS classification.  To determine your rate and NAICS classification, contact Town of Port Royal Business License Administrator.  

Yes.  Any commercial property, apartment, single-family residence, condominium, or townhouse utilized as a long-term or short-term rental is required to obtain a valid business license from the Town of Port Royal. In addition, short-term rentals must remit monthly accommodations taxes directly to Town Hall. If the property is managed by a property management company or agent, both the property owner and the property manager must obtain separate business licenses in compliance with Town regulations.

Yes.  Any non-resident business (not physically located in Port Royal) must have a current, valid business license if they are performing a service on property or for another business in Port Royal.  

 For example a contractor or subcontractor renovating a home in the Town of Port Royal must have a current valid business license with the Town of Port Royal.  

Yes. A General Contractor or Mechanical Contractor license is required for commercial projects. If your business involves work as a residential specialty contractor, you must hold a valid license from the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (SCLLR) to obtain a Port Royal business license.  

Some examples of residential specialty contracting include (but not limited to):

• Plumbing
• Electrical work
• Heating and air conditioning installation and repair
• Vinyl and aluminum siding installation
• Insulation installation
• Roofing
• Floor covering installation
• Masonry
• Drywall installation
• Carpentry
• Stucco installation
• Painting and wallpapering
• Solar panel installation

Important: Residential specialty contractors cannot construct additions to residential buildings without supervision from a licensed residential builder or appropriately licensed professional. 

NOTE: A residential specialty contractor who is applying for a Per Project Business License as a Sub with a licensed residential builder or general contractor is not required to hold a SCLLR. 

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