Berkeley Co. Accommodations Fee funding available

Berkeley County's application period for Accommodations Fee funding is now available on the county website.

The revenue is generated by the local accommodations fees charged throughout the year.

The funding is limited to these uses:

1. Tourism-related buildings including, but not limited to, civic centers, coliseums, and aquariums;

2. Tourism-related cultural, recreational, or historical facilities;

3. Beach access, renourishment, or other tourism-related lands and water access;

4. Highways, roads, streets, and bridges providing access to tourist destinations;

5. Advertisements and promotions related to tourism development; or

6. Water and sewer infrastructure to serve tourism-related demand.

Organizations in Berkeley County meeting the criteria may submit an application online no later than 5 p.m. on Feb. 28. All applications will be reviewed by Berkeley County Council members. Funding decisions will be made by Council following the governing body's evaluation process and in accordance with County policies and procedures.

Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

For questions, please contact Tourism Director Rachel Knight at Rachel.Knight@BerkeleyCountySC.gov or 843-719-4995.