A home occupation is an occupation, profession, or trade that is conducted within a dwelling by the resident of that dwelling.
Any home occupation within the City of Charleston limits requires a Home Occupation Application & Business License.
Incidental & Subordinate to the Residential Use
Home occupations must be incidental and subordinate to the residential use, cannot constitute a nuisance or adversely affect adjoining properties, and must meet the requirements listed on the application.
Approval of a Home Occupation
Approval of a home occupation remains in effect as long as you remain at the same location and meet all of the conditions outlined in the City's Zoning Ordinance, Section 54-211. Should you move and relocate within the City of Charleston, you will be required to reapply for home occupation approval.
Revoking of Home Occupation
Home Occupation approval can be revoked if it is found that any of the conditions of the Home Occupation requirements are being violated.
Submit the completed application to businesslicense@charleston-sc.gov | by mail at ATTN: Revenue Collections Business License P.O. Box 22009 Charleston, SC 29413-2009 | or drop-off at the Permit Center.
For additional information, contact the Revenue Collections Division at (843) 724-3711.