City Offices Closed Veterans Day

City of Camden offices will be closed on Monday, November 11 for Veterans Day. Garbage pickup will take place as scheduled. Offices will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, November 12.

Helpful Business Forms

Looking for all the forms you need? We’ve provided an easy way for businesses to access all the forms required to get and stay compliant in the City of Camden. For all applications and additional information, please contact the Finance Department at (803) 432-2421.

City of Camden Business License

Persons engaged in any business, occupation or profession within the limits of the City of Camden is required to obtain a Camden Business License. Business Licenses are valid from May 1 to April 30 and must be renewed each year.

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Food establishments, including mobile food vendors, are required to collect and remit a 2% Hospitality Tax as well, using this form.

Occupancy Permit Application

Occupancy permits are required for any new business and the relocation of any existing business and should be submitted alongside your Electric service, Water service and Business License application. 

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Temporary Vendor Event Business License Application

Vendors and temporary businesses operating in conjunction with an event in the city limits, who do not already have a City of Camden Business License, must obtain a Temporary Vendor Event Business License. This license is valid only for the event or job for which they are issued. 

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Contractor Business License Application

Contractors performing services within the City of Camden must have a Business License for Construction Projects.

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Camden Bailey Bill Application

The Bailey Bill allows cities and counties in South Carolina to provide tax incentives for historic structure preservation.  Click below to learn about Camden’s Bailey Bill program and apply. 

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Kershaw County Bailey Bill Application

The Bailey Bill allows cities and counties in South Carolina to provide tax incentives for historic structure preservation.  Click below to apply for Kershaw County’s Bailey Bill program.

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Encroachment Permit Application

Any construction projects that will encroach upon existing infrastructure are required to have permits and approval before such work begins.  Click below to learn about the permitting process and apply. 

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Facade Improvement Grant Application

For business owners seeking to participate in Camden’s Facade Improvement program, please download and submit the form below.

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Waiver for Single Use Plastics Exemption

The ordinance applies to any establishment or business operating within city limits that provides carryout bags to its customers, through its employees or independent contractors associated with the business. Download this form to apply for exemption. 

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Permit for Outdoor Cafe

Any business opening or offering an outdoor cafe, must apply and hold a valid permit for such activity. 

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Application for Rezoning Classification

Residents and businesses seeking a zoning reclassification, should download and submit this form. 

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Apply for a Building Sign

Businesses looking to add a new sign or awning to their physical location can download the following application for approval. 

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