Isle of Palms, South Carolina

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Charleston County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 14%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
14%Tax Rate
8000 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$450 for the first $2,000 earned in gross income and $4.60 for each additional thousand in gross income
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap8000 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT14%

Official Sources

iop.net/building-and-planning/short-term-rentals
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Isle of Palms, South Carolina

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Isle of Palms, South Carolina are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $450 for the first $2,000 earn). A lodging/occupancy tax of 14% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Isle of Palms, South Carolina?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Isle of Palms, South Carolina.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Isle of Palms?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $450 for the first $2,000 earn.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Isle of Palms?

Short-term rentals in Isle of Palms are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 14%.

Where do these Isle of Palms short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Isle of Palms's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Isle of Palms, Charleston County, or South Carolina authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.