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Resident Beach Parking Permit

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To qualify for a beach parking permit you must be a Town of Hilton Head Island resident as evidenced by one or more of the documents outlined below.

To obtain a free beach parking permit, the applicant must provide documented evidence of:

  • Vehicle Registration
  • A valid SC DMV golf cart registration must be provided to obtain a beach parking pass for a golf cart.

And at least one of the following:

  • Residential property owner's tax bill or closing documents within Hilton Head Island Town limits
    (This shall include 4 percent, 6 percent, and partial-deed or time-share ownership of greater or equal to 183 days. However, a timeshare with less than 183 days of annual occupancy and properties that are utilized as short-term rentals are NOT eligible to receive a beach parking pass.)
  • A current Residential Rental/Lease agreement within the Hilton Head Island Town limits with a term greater than or equal to 183 days.
  • Exceptions may be made for vehicles transporting island residents. These may include vehicles registered to assisted living facilities, places of worship, community and/or civic organizations, and other similar entities owning property and operating within Hilton Head Island Town limits.

About the Beach Parking Permit

  • The beach parking permit is valid from January 1 through December 31 at designated Town beach parking lots and spaces.
  • The permit allows parking at the 127 beach permit spaces at Islander's Beach Park and the 27 beach permit spaces at Driessen Beach Park.
  • Vehicles with a valid permit are not required to pay for metered parking at any of the Town's public beach access parking lots.
  • Beach parking permits are limited to two vehicles per address.
  • The beach parking permits are digital.
  • Beach parking permits are not available for non-residents.

Apply for a Beach Parking Permit

Step 1. Complete the Beach Parking Permit Application.

Apply Online for the Resident Beach Parking Permit

Download the Beach Parking Permit Application


* You must be a Town of Hilton Head Island resident to qualify for a free beach parking permit.

* Beach parking permits are not available for non-residents.

Step 2. Attach copies of the required documentation.

To obtain a free beach parking permit, the applicant must provide documented evidence of:

  • Vehicle Registration
  • A valid SC DMV golf cart registration must be provided to obtain a beach parking pass for a golf cart.

And at least one of the following:

  • Residential property owner's tax bill or closing documents within Hilton Head Island Town limits
    (This shall include 4 percent, 6 percent, and partial-deed or time-share ownership of greater or equal to 183 days. However, a timeshare with less than 183 days of annual occupancy and properties that are utilized as short-term rentals are NOT eligible to receive a beach parking pass.)
  • A current Residential Rental/Lease agreement within Hilton Head Island Town limits with a term greater than or equal to 183 days.

* Applications submitted without the required documentation will be returned.

Step 3. Mail or drop off your completed application and documentation if not submitting online.

In-person or by Mail

PCI Municipal Services
32 Office Park Road, Suite 108
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

PCI Municipal Services Business Hours

Tuesday, 9 am - 1 pm
Wednesday, 9 am - 1 pm & 4 pm - 6 pm
Thursday, 9 am - 1 pm

* Beach parking passes will NOT be available at Town Hall or Facilities Management.

Visit the Resident Beach Parking Permit Portal

You have your beach parking permit...now what?

  • The free beach parking permit is valid from January 1 through December 31 at designated Town beach parking lots and spaces.
  • The permit allows parking at the 127 beach permit spaces at Islander's Beach Park and the 27 beach permit spaces at Driessen Beach Park.
  • Vehicles with a valid permit are not required to pay for metered parking at any of the Town's public beach access parking lots.
  • Vehicles must be parked in a designated parking space. Any vehicle not parked in a designated space (i.e. on the road shoulder, in a No Parking zone, etc.) is subject to towing at the owner's expense.
  • The beach parking permit is only authorized for the vehicle for which it is issued. Improper usage or transfer of a permit may subject the permit to revocation.

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Questions?

Contact the PCI Municipal Services at 843-715-3167.