Every person engaged or intending to engage in any calling, business, occupation or profession within the city limits of Bishopville is required to pay an annual license fee and obtain a Business License from the City. This includes businesses or professionals located elsewhere who conduct business within the corporate limits of Bishopville.
Before doing business in Bishopville, please contact the Business License Clerk to discuss your license requirements. We are quite eager to assist you with the application process at (803) 484-5948.
How to obtain a business license? We recognize that business owners have time, effort, money and dreams invested in their business. In order to better serve the needs of all business owners, resident and non-resident, The City of Bishopville Building, Zoning and Business License offices is all located within the City Hall at 135 E Church Street, Bishopville, South Carolina in order to help streamline the process of meeting the requirements for obtaining a business license, permit, etc…making it as simple and convenient as possible for businesses coming into the city of Bishopville, South Carolina. Business license applications and rate sheets may be obtained at the Bishopville City Hall. All businesses must meet:
Building Codes - Admin Dept Zoning Codes - Admin Dept Sign Ordinances State and Local Laws Business License Ordinance/Code
Retail Licenses These are required for some businesses and are issued by the S.C. Department of Revenue. There is a branch office in Florence and they may be contacted at (843)661-4850 for information on these and other State required licenses and permits.
Restaurant, grocery stores, or other businesses that handle food must obtain approval from the health department prior to operation. If any alcohol is served, an Alcoholic Beverage License is required by Law and they may be contacted at (803) 484-5948.
Building Permit Application FormsIt is very important that a Business License and Building permit be obtained from the City of Bishopville on the 1st floor of City Hall located at 135 East Church Street prior to any work being done in the City of Bishopville. Your first step in obtaining a Business Licenses and Permit will depend on the type of construction proposed. We will be happy to assist you with the application process at 803 484 5948.
Obtaining a permit is the responsibility of the homeowner, or the contractor. The purpose is for the contractor to be held responsible for his or her work and that work is checked by the City Building Inspector. Zoning Regulations within the corporate limits may prohibit some new construction, additions and enclosures.
Before any contractor can purchase a permit, they must be licensed with the City of Bishopville. Please, as a homeowner, insist that all contractors obtain a City of Bishopville business license and permit prior to working on your property. This will help you and the City be assured of getting the best job possible and installation in accordance with the latest adopted edition of the International Codes and National Electrical Codes.
Who needs a building permit? Any person, firm or corporation shall not erect, construct, enlarge, alter, move, convert or demolish any building or structure in the city limits of Bishopville or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining a building permit for such building or structure from the Business License Clerk. (Click here to see permit fees for all improvements to properties.
A City of Bishopville Business License and Building Permit:
Once Construction is completed call 803 484 5342 ext 330 for an inspection.
