Any person or business that receives money in exchange for product or service from any other person or business is required to have a business license. Any sub-contractor that is not employed by the main contractor (does not receive a W2) is required to have a business license.

Business License fees are calculated according to the type of business you have and the gross receipts of the business. The license expires December 31 each year and is to be renewed by April 15 the next year. An application renewal is mailed out in January of each new year to help you with the renewal process. If you are starting a new business, you will have to estimate your gross receipts and pay accordingly. Business License renewals will have to furnish an income tax return or other approved form to show proof of gross receipts.

Any home based business will first need to have the approval of the building inspectors. They may be reached at City Hall between the hours of 9:00 and 10:00 am, Monday through Friday.

If you need additional information please call Simpsonville City Hall at 864-967-9526, Monday through Friday, 8:00-5:00 am.

Contractors located outside the city will pay on a per job basis. The total fee shall be paid prior to commencement of work and shall entitle the contractor to complete the job without regard to the normal license expiration date.

No contractor shall be issued a business license until all state and municipal qualifications examination and trade license requirements have been met. Each contractor shall post a sign in plain view of each job identifying the contractor with the job.

Fees are as follows:
New Business inside the City of Simpsonville	$75.00 + cost of classification
New Business outside the City of Simpsonville	$150.00 + cost of classification

Before permits can be issued, contractor must complete a sub-contractor list, provide us with a tax map number, and have the correct address as assigned by E911. All permits for new construction must be paid by the General Contractor.

If you would like further information, please contact us at: 864-967-9526.