Kiawah Island, South Carolina
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Charleston County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Business License Required
136 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNot specified
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Capyes
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 10, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Kiawah Island, South Carolina
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Kiawah Island, South Carolina are allowed with a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Kiawah Island, South Carolina?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Kiawah Island, South Carolina.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Kiawah Island?
A business license is also required.
Where do these Kiawah Island short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Kiawah Island'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 Kiawah Island, Charleston County, or South Carolina authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.