Short-Term Rental Permit Requirements Checklist

Application Requirements

Single-Family Dwellings only require a Site Plan showing trash location and number of designated 9’ X 18’ parking spots (Maximum of six)
Copy of advertisement which includes your Short-Term Permit Number
If applicable, letter of approval from HOA
Current year Business License

Other Regulations

If applicable, obtain Certificate of Occupancy
Permit must be issued to a person and not a business entity
Owner must list valid short-term rental permit number (account number) on advertisement(s)
Owner/Short-Term Rental Agent must be available by phone at all times during rental
Owner/Short-Term Rental Agent must take responsive action within one hour of receiving a complaint
Owner must display whether pool and/or hot tub is available for use and any safety measures in place
Owner shall provide guests with the number of 9’ X 18’ parking spots available on driveway (maximum of six) and ensure guests are not parking on grass or pine straw
If applicable, owner shall inform guests of the trash pick-up instructions and ensure all garbage is stored in containers at all times
Owner must display the noise ordinance rules in the property for guests to see
Bedrooms must meet building and safety codes and be primarily for sleeping rather than a living, dining or common space

Fire & Safety Regulations

Owner must review and adhere to Fire & Safety regulation checklist
All properties must have at least one fully charged fire extinguisher
All properties must have carbon monoxide and smoke detectors as listed on fire checklist
All properties of 3,600 sq ft or more must have a compliant fire suppression system or an approved fire safety monitoring system which provides a siren throughout the home. Smoke detection must be in every bedroom, every floor, and in every room in the path of egress
All properties with an external propane barbecue must have a 60 minute shut off valve
Combustible gas (propane) alarm to detect propane
Owner shall maintain unobstructed escape routes in the event of fire

View Short-Term Rental Fire Safety Information

Additional Requirements

In addition to the annual short-term rental permit, all Property Owners must also obtain an annual Town of Hilton Head Island Business License.

If renting on your own or with a non-licensed property management company, the three percent Local Accommodations Tax should be collected by the owner and submitted to the Town of Hilton Head Island.

Short-Term Rental Permit Site Plan