Phone: 843.784.2231Business License Information
Any business that is located within the City of Hardeeville (resident), including home occupations, OR out-of-city business (non-resident) who performs work within the city limits is required by the Business License Ordinance Section 11-2-15 through 11-2-45 to purchase a business license on an annual basis. The business licenses are valid from January 1st thru December 31st of each year regardless of when the initial license was issued. Temporary one-time licenses can be issued when appropriate and are valid only for the event or job for which they are issued.
The City of Hardeeville calculates your business license fee based on the current year's gross receipts. This means that when you fill out your new or renewal application, you must fill in an estimated dollar figure for gross receipts in the current year. We realize that it can be difficult to determine what your annual revenue will be by the end of the year, but we would appreciate your best estimate. You may be required to provide verification of gross receipts, such as previous year's W-2 or copies of contracts, pay requests, etc. This information will be kept confidential and does not fall under the Freedom of Information Act.
When opening a new business within the City of Hardeeville, there are several approvals that will be required by the appropriate city departments. All businesses will be inspected to insure that they are in compliance with the most recent building codes, fire and life safety codes, and zoning and sign ordinance regulations.
2008 Renewals
It's time to renew your business license for 2008! The deadline for making adjustments to your estimated gross receipts is March 15th. Once we receive your renewal application, an invoice will be sent to you indicating the amount of tax that is owed. Renewal payments are due by April 15th of each year to avoid penalties and collection procedures.
Please use the applications below for new businesses and renewals. Please make all checks payable to City of Hardeeville, PO Box 609, Hardeeville, SC 29927. If you have any questions or need additional information please contact Phyllis Hill, Business License Coordinator, at (843) 784-2231.