Business

Apply for a Business License

Learn how you can get a new business license.

BidLine

The City of Charleston is very pleased to make available, to the public, all bids, proposals and requests for qualifications issued by our Procurement Division and Capital Project Division. We strive to keep this site updated with the most current solicitations and addendum to all listed procurements.

Boards & Commissions

Here you can access relevant business boards and commissions.

Building Inspection Requests

Request inspections for your construction projects.

Business Development

The City of Charleston is widely considered one of the finest cities in America.

Business Licenses

Business Services

Learn more about the resources available for neighborhoods and businesses.

City Code

Make sure you're up to date with city ordinances in Charleston.

City Plans

View City-wide, community or neighborhood plans.

Commercial Plan Review

Community Development Block Grant

The Community Development Block Grant is a federal program created under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 and is administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Fees & Permits

Access license, permit, and fee information provided by the Division of Business Services.

Fire Marshal

Minority & Women Owned Business Development

Obtain information about services provided by the City of Charleston’s Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) office.

Online Permits

Visit the Citizen Access Portal and find online permits.

Permit Center

Submit Development Applications

See how to submit development actions.

Technical Review Committee

Zoning

Make sure you're up to date on zoning and codes before starting a project. The Zoning Division administers zoning and subdivision regulations as adopted by City Council.