Cross-referenced against 3 official sources — municipal codes, planning-department pages, and government registries.
Short-term rentals in unincorporated Charleston County are restricted to an owner's primary residence and capped at 72 rental days per year for most residential zones. Hosts must obtain an annual Zoning Permit and a Business License, and pay a 2% local accommodations tax.
To host an Airbnb in unincorporated Charleston County, you must live in the home as your primary residence and have the 4% property tax assessment. You are limited to renting the property for no more than 72 days per calendar year. You'll need to apply for a specific STR zoning permit ($100) and a business license. Make sure you have at least $500,000 in liability insurance and enough off-street parking for your guests.
Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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