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CODE ENFORCEMENT The Code Enforcement Department enforces a wide range of ordinances regarding property maintenance and nuisances on all properties in the Town of South Congaree. This is accomplished to ensure a healthy and safe environment to provide a high quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors. The Town's Code Enforcement Official focuses on the visual enhancement of properties and the improvement of health and safety for citizens and business operators. The Code Enforcement Official is knowledgeable in municipal ordinances, zoning regulations, and property maintenance codes. Contact Us Ronnie Hingleton, Code Enforcement Official rhingleton@southcongaree.org (803) 755-2760 ext. 102 Cell: (803) 600-5351 Documents & Forms CODE ENFORCMENT COMPLAINT

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SOUTH CONGAREE MUNICIPAL COURT Welcome to the South Congaree Municipal Court. The court is part of the integrated judicial system for South Carolina and serves as the judicial branch of the government of the Town of South Congaree. We are committed to administering justice in a fair, efficient, and professional manner and to ensuring that the rights of all persons are observed. With a focus on protecting those rights, privileges and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution of the United States of America and of the State of South Carolina, South Congaree Municipal Court will consistently and impartially interpret, apply and abide by applicable laws. We seek to continually enhance our court operations to promote confidence in our court. Municipal Court Information: The South Congaree Municipal Court is located at 119 West Berry Road, West Columbia, SC 29172. The Honorable Kenneth W. Ebener serves as the Chief Judge and in a supervisory capacity over court staff. The Clerk of Court is responsible for administering the daily operations of the South Congaree Municipal Court. South Congaree Municipal Court schedules and adjudicates criminal, traffic and town ordinance violations that occur within the South Congaree Town limits. As a court of limited jurisdiction, the Court hears traffic and misdemeanor criminal cases. The Municipal Court Division provides: Administrative support to the judicial arm of the court Case management Alternative sentence monitoring Court fines collection Court fine and case load reporting Payment Arrangement Management Collection and Organization Records To pay fines online Click image below To pay over the phone call 844-279-9642 Contact the Clerk of Court Email:clerkofcourt@southcongaree.org Phone: 803-755-2760 ext. 103 The Clerk of Court for the Town of South Congaree is a part-time position. If you need to contact the Clerk, please leave a voicemail that includes: Your full name A reliable phone number Your email address Any relevant information regarding your request The Clerk of Court will return your call as soon as possible. South Congaree Municipal Court conducts court on Wednesdays, at 2:00 PM. MUNICIPAL COURT RULES AND EXPECTATIONS To ensure safety, order, and respect within the Municipal Court, all visitors are required to follow the rules outlined below. Prohibited Items & Security: Food and beverages are not allowed in the courtroom. All weapons are strictly prohibited, including pocket knives and personal protection devices. Do not attempt to bring prohibited items into Town Hall or the courtroom. The court does not store prohibited items. Purses, bags, and briefcases are not permitted in the courtroom. All individuals entering the Municipal Courtroom must pass through a metal detector and may be subject to search. Court Appearance & Attire Municipal Court is a place of business. Visitors are required to dress appropriately. Requirements: Clean, fitted clothing Shirts and shoes are required Hats must be removed before entering any courtroom Unacceptable attire includes: Shorts, cut-offs, baggy pants, flip-flop–style shoes, or hats Muscle shirts and T-shirts Pajamas Low-cut tops, short skirts, or short dresses Shirts that are torn, dirty, ragged, too tight, or too short Provocative clothing designed to distract, disrupt, or provoke Clothing indicating gang affiliation Clothing with offensive, vulgar, racist, sexist, obscene, or suggestive words, slogans, images, or depictions Courtroom Conduct & Guidelines: Arrive early and be prepared. When your case is called, please stand and move to the podium or front of the courtroom. Address the judge as “Your Honor.” Speak only when instructed or given permission. Do not interrupt or argue, especially with the judge. Use formal English; slang is not permitted. Answer only the question asked, then stop. Be brief and to the point. Do not approach the judge’s bench without permission. Do not enter or leave the courtroom excessively and do not slam doors. Remain patient and respectful at all times. Electronic Devices & Media: All electronic devices must be powered off or placed on silent mode and kept out of sight. Cell phone use is strictly prohibited in the courtroom. Photography, audio or video recording, and broadcasting from within the courthouse or courtroom are prohibited. Additional Rules: Gum chewing, tobacco products, newspapers, food, and beverages are not allowed in the courtroom. Children are permitted only if they are not disruptive. If a child becomes disruptive, an accompanying adult must remove the child from the courtroom.

PERMIT INFORMATION BUILDING PERMITS All contractors performing work in the Town of South Congaree must obtain a business license. If you are building, remodeling, repairing, moving, or tearing down a building in South Congaree, or working on electrical, gas, plumbing, or mechanical systems, the required steps include: Obtain Zoning approval from the Town of South Congaree. Apply for building or mechanical permits from Lexington County. Property owners performing the work on their property must: Obtain Zoning Approval from the Town of South Congaree. Contact Lexington County Building Inspections and Permits Division Fill out a Lexington County Disclosure Statement. Complete a Public Record Notice, agreeing to follow all zoning and building rules. Contact: Lexington County Building Inspections & Permits Division Community Development Department (803) 785-8130 Email: buildinginspections@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov Website: https://lex-co.sc.gov/departments/community-development/building-permits SIGN PERMITS All sign contractors must have a Town of South Congaree Business License before obtaining a sign permit. Zoning Applications are required and must be completed and submitted to South Congaree. Zoning Applications must be approved before the sign permit will be approved. Any electrical work must be performed by a SC-licensed electrician. All electrical contractors are required to have a South Carolina Electrical Contractors License through the SC Dept. of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, and a Town of South Congaree Business License. The electrician must be listed on the sign permit before the permit can be issued. Signs may not be constructed within 12 feet of electric lines or facilities. Call PUPS at 888-721-7877 to locate underground utilities 72 hours before digging. GARAGE SALE PERMITS The following regulations are hereby declared essential in order to regulate garage sales in all zones: Before the Sale Obtain a permit from Town Hall for each sale. Post the permit at the sale site. Pay the permit fee: $5 per day. Ensure the permit does not exceed 4 consecutive days. Confirm you have not exceeded 4 permits per calendar year per family/location. During the Sale Use only family-owned merchandise (no purchased or brought-in items). Remove all tables, merchandise, and items at the end of the permitted time. Display no more than two (2) on-site signs, each ≤ 6 sq. ft. If using off-site signs: Limit to two (2) signs, each ≤ 6 sq. ft. Do not encroach on public rights-of-way. Obtain written permission for signs on private property. Do not attach signs to utility poles, street signs, trees, rocks, or natural objects. Remove all signs at the end of the sale. Do not use a public address system. Do not serve or give alcoholic beverages. Operate only during daylight hours Special Cases Non-profit organizations: Obtain a permit (fee waived). Enforcement & Penalties Violations are subject to S.C. Code § 14-25-65. Documents & Forms BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION HOW TO CALCULATE BIS. LIC. FEE SOUTH CONGAREE ZONING PERMIT LEX. CTY. BUILDING PERMIT LEX. CTY DISCLOSURE STATEMENT LEX. CTY PUBLIC RECORD NOTICE SOUTH CONGAREE SIGN PERMIT Contact Us Business License: Kelli Ricard, Town Clerk kricard@southcongaree.org (803) 755-2760 ext. 109 Zoning and Sign Permits: Crystal Bouknight, Town Administrator cbouknight@southcongaree.org (803) 755-2760 ext. 101

BUSINESS LICENSING INFORMATION All businesses engaging in, or intending to engage in, any calling, business, occupation, or profession, either in whole or in part, within the limits of the Town of South Congaree are required to obtain a Town Business License. An annual license tax must be paid for the privilege of conducting business within the Town. The license fee is calculated based on the gross income generated during the preceding calendar year from business activity conducted within the Town of South Congaree. No deductions from gross income are permitted except for: Income generated wholly outside the municipality on which a license tax has been paid to another municipality or county Taxes collected on behalf of a government entity Income excluded from taxation under State or Federal law Business License Renewals All Town Business Licenses expire on April 30 each year. The deadline to renew without penalties is April 30. Annual license fees are based on the business’s gross receipts or gross revenue, or projected gross revenue for new businesses. To renew or apply: Print and complete a Business License application. Submit the completed application to Town Hall. Ensure all required documentation is included to avoid processing delays. Payment Information Do not mail cash payments. Payments may be made by company check or cashier’s check. The Town makes every effort to send renewal reminders; however, it is the business owner’s responsibility to renew the license annually, whether or not a reminder is received. Please mark your calendar to avoid penalties. Questions or Assistance If you have questions or need assistance, please visit Town Hall or email: kricard@southcongaree.org Contact Us Kelli Ricard, Town Clerk kricard@southcongaree.org (803) 755-2760 ext. 109 Documents & Forms BL ONLINE RENEWAL LINK BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION HOW TO CALCULATE BIS. LIC. FEE BUS. NAME CHANGE/CLOSURE SAMPLE IRS FORM RENTAL PROPERTY LIST HOME-BASED BUSINESS PERMIT HOSPITALITY TAX REPORTING FORM

JOB OPENINGS South Congaree Town Hall 119 West Berry Rd. West Columbia, SC 29170 (803) 755-2760 Emergencies Dial 911 The Town of South Congaree currently has the following employment opportunities open: Employment Application Town Hall

Town of South Congaree Closed Bids This page provides information on Town of South Congaree bidding opportunities that are no longer accepting submissions. Closed bids are posted for reference and public record purposes. Once a bid has closed, no additional bids or changes to submitted bids will be accepted. The Town of South Congaree is committed to a fair, open, and competitive procurement process and maintains closed bid information to promote transparency and accountability. PUBLIC DEFENDER BID OPPORTUNITY 2024 MUNICIPAL ATTORNEY BID OPPORTUNITY 2024 RFP 2025 - DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES FOR Municipal Complex for the Town of South Congaree RFP 2025 - Q & A

HOSPITALITY TAX INFORMATION Hospitality Tax A Hospitality Tax is a 2% tax imposed on the purchase of prepared or modified food and/or beverages intended for consumption from a restaurant, hotel, motel, caterer, or other food service facility located within the Town. In addition, the tax applies to food and beverages prepared or modified by convenience stores or grocery stores that have designated areas where items are prepared for immediate consumption or carryout. Who Is Responsible for Collecting and Remitting the Hospitality Tax? Any business that prepares food and/or beverages within the Town is responsible for collecting and remitting the Hospitality Tax. Similar to the State Sales Tax, the Hospitality Tax is assessed at the point of sale, collected by the business from the customer, and then remitted directly to the Town. Remittance Schedule Hospitality Tax payments must be submitted according to the following schedule: Monthly – when average tax collections exceed $50 per month Quarterly – when average tax collections are between $25 and $50 per month Annually – when average tax collections are less than $25 per month Catering Orders and Sales Delivered Outside the Town Yes, the Hospitality Tax applies to all orders and sales, whether generated inside or outside the Town, when the food is prepared within the Town. If a business is required to remit Hospitality Tax to another jurisdiction, the amount remitted must be disclosed to the Town on the monthly reporting form. How Is the Hospitality Tax Remitted? Taxes must be submitted to the Hospitality Tax Clerk by the 20th of each month for the prior month’s collections. Each remittance must include: A completed Local Hospitality Tax Reporting Form A copy of the State Sales Tax Return (ST-3) What If My Payment Is Delinquent? A penalty of 5% per month must be added to all delinquent remittances. Failure to remit taxes and/or penalties may result in fines, as provided under the Town of South Congaree Ordinances. Why Was the Hospitality Tax Implemented? The Hospitality Tax was implemented to support: The operation and maintenance of current and future tourism-related facilities Capital improvements that enhance quality of life, tourism, and recreation Infrastructure and promotional efforts without relying solely on property taxes or business license taxes Funds May Be Used For: Revitalization and beautification of the Town of South Congaree Improvements to Town-owned parks Marketing and promotion of Town-sponsored events General Questions: 2% Local Hospitality Fee Restaurants and Bars What sales are affected? All food, beverage, and alcohol sales Convenience Stores, Grocery Stores, and Similar Retailers - What Sales Are Affected? All prepared or modified food and/or beverage items intended for immediate consumption Examples of Taxable Prepared or Modified Items: Heated foods (pizza, nachos, hot dogs, sandwiches, chicken, vegetables, etc.) Prepared sandwiches, salads, doughnuts, and cakes Fountain drinks, frozen drinks, coffee, and cappuccino Examples of Non-Taxable Items: Packaged foods Bulk or packaged cold deli items Canned or bottled beverages Accessory Use Food Service Facilities (Arcades, theaters, amusements, and similar businesses) Taxable Sales Include: Prepared or modified food and beverage items such as fountain drinks, popcorn, nachos, and similar items Why Was the Hospitality Fee Implemented? To fund necessary tourism-related buildings and improvements, including: Beautification projects Advertising and promotional efforts Tourism-related facilities Tourism-related water and sewer infrastructure Contact Us Susan Battles, Deputy Town Clerk sbattles@southcongaree.org (803) 755-2760 ext. 113 Documents & Forms HOSPITALITY TAX REPORTING FORM HOSPITALITY TAX ORDINANCE

In March 2026, the South Congaree Town Council, with input from administrative staff, met to establish a Vision statement, a Mission statement, and to identify immediate and long-term goals for the Town of South Congaree. The Vision statement reflects the desired outcomes for the town, while the Mission statement expresses Council’s purpose in managing the town’s business. Our Vision and Mission, supported by our Values—those beliefs and principles that guide decisions—result in Goals that support current policies and build initiatives for the future of a better South Congaree. COUNCIL'S GOALS AND PRIORITIES 2026

BUSINESS LICENSING INFORMATION Contact Us All businesses must obtain a business license when engaging or intending to engage in any calling, business, occupation, or profession, in whole or in part, within the limits of the Town of South Congaree, and shall be required to pay an annual license tax for the privilege of doing business in the Town. The license payment shall be computed on the gross income generated from the preceding calendar year on business performed within the limits of the Town of South Congaree. No deductions from gross income shall be made except income from business done wholly outside of the Municipality on which a license tax is paid to some other municipality or a county, taxes collected for a government entity, or income which cannot be included for computation of the tax pursuant to State or Federal law. BUSINESS LICENSE RENEWALS All Town Business Licenses expire on April 30th each year; the deadline to renew without penalties is April 30th. Annual license fees are based on the gross receipts/gross revenue for the business (or projected gross for new businesses). Please print a copy of application form, fill in the application and return to the town hall. Please make sure all appropriate documentation is included with your application so that the processing will not be delayed. Please do not mail cash payment. You may also pay by company check or cashier’s check. The town makes every effort to remind you of your Business License Renewal, sometimes this may not happen. It is your responsibility to renew whether you receive renewal notice or not. Please mark your calendar for this yearly renewal to avoid penalties. If you have any questions please visit our town hall or e-mail your questions to townclerk@southcongaree.org . Town Clerk townclerk@southcongaree.org (803) 755-2760 ext. 101 Documents & Forms BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION HOW TO CALCULATE BIS. LIC. FEE BUS. NAME CHANGE/CLOSURE SAMPLE IRS FORM

The South Congaree Park Website The South Congaree Park is beside the town hall at 119 West Berry Road, West Columbia, SC 29172. It is managed by the Lexington County Recreation & Aging Commission. There are several picnic shelters of differing sizes, permanent charcoal grills, a sand volleyball court, basketball area, a large play set centered around a play fire truck, swings of several sizes, and several large areas to run and play. There is a beautiful creek that runs through it but it is for viewing only. There is no swimming, wading, or fishing in the creek. All features of the park are available on a first come first serve basis. Place holding is only permitted by a person on site only and items left for place holding or that are left by mistake may be removed. There is no alcohol allowed in the park and any illegal activity is strictly prohibited. There are ample trash cans available and it is the users responsibility to CLEAN UP after themselves! There are permanent restrooms located under the steps. For maintenance issues or to contact the LCRAC about this park call (803) 359-4048.