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EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF FOLLY BEACH

From pirates to shipwrecks to low county bootleggers to Porgy and Bess, Folly Beach has very colorful history. Read all about it here.

Folly Composting Program

The City of Folly Beach has joined regional government partners to host a drop-off site on Folly Beach for residential composting. Residents interested in participating in the program can sign up at www.charleston-sc.gov/compost. Once registered, participants can drop off their food scraps at the Folly Beach Community Center. Learn what items are accepted here.

FamCamp time, Folly Families!

Get your camping gear ready! It's time for the 4th annual Folly FamCamp. Registration opens on Sunday, February 5th! CLICK HERE for more details.

Join The Team

The City of Folly Beach offers a unique work environment that prioritizes flexibility and teamwork.

Join the team today.

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SHORT-TERM RENTAL INFORMATION

A Business License is required for any home rental, both short-term and long-term. Please remember that short-term rentals must have the business license number posted in the unit and in all advertisements for the unit. New licenses may be applied for by emailing a completed Business License Application to rentals@follybeach.gov. To apply in person for a new license, visit the front desk of City Hall between 1pm and 5pm.

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NOTICE OF ELECTION

Notice is hereby given that “Pursuant to S.C. Code Sections 4-9-1210 through 4-9-1230 and Folly Beach Code of Ordinances Section 31.52, notice is hereby given that a special election will be held in the City of Folly Beach, South Carolina on Tuesday, February 7th, 2023, to adopt or reject Ordinance 033-22, limiting the number of Investment Short Term Rental Licenses to Eight Hundred, proposed by initiative petition by Save Folly’s Future. Full Notice

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The City of Folly Beach

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21 Center Street

Folly Beach, SC 29439

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