Horry

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Departments

• Fifteenth Circuit Solicitor's Office Legal

  The Fifteenth Judicial Circuit includes Horry and Georgetown Counties and our mission at the Fifteenth Circuit Solicitor’s Office is to preserve the rights of the citizens of these counties while prosecuting those who violate the law.

  (843) 915-5460 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Administrator Administration

  The Horry County Administrator is Barry Spivey. The Administrator oversees over 30 departments in the county under three divisions - public safety, administration and infrastructure and regulation (I&R).

  (843) 915-5020 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Animal Care Center Animal Services

  The Animal Care Center provides excellent care and humane treatment for all animals while maintaining a clean and healthy environment for both animals and people. Its main goals are to promote and provide healthy adoptions and work with Horry County Police Department to better serve Horry County.

  (843) 915-5172 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Assessor's Office Assessment

  The Horry County Assessor's Office appraises and lists all real property for taxation and maintains ownership information. It reviews legal residence (or primary residence) applications, agriculture assessments, and many other ownership functions.

  (843) 915-5040 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Auditor's Office Finance

  The Horry County Auditor’s Office is responsible for all tax billing within the county. Real Estate bills are valued and generated based on information received from the Assessor’s Office.

  (843) 915-5050 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Behavioral Services Health

  Our mission is to ensure every person in Horry County can access the resources and services they need for wellbeing and resilience. Through community education and collective impact, we empower individuals and organizations to strengthen our community’s ability to access and navigate our systems of care.

  843-915-5454 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Clerk of Court Courts

  The Clerk of Court's (Circuit and Family Court) purpose is to provide all the services of the judicial system to the general public. Our goal is to ensure that our services are rendered in a timely and efficient manner.

  (843) 915-5080 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Clerk to Council Legislative

  843-915-5120 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Code Enforcement Planning

  The major function of code enforcement is to issue building permits and inspect new construction and improvements to all buildings located within the unincorporated area of Horry County. The building inspection branch of the Code Enforcement Department also manages the enforcement of the National Flood Insurance Program and performs fire inspections on commercial buildings located in the unincorporated areas.

  (843) 915-5090 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Community Development Office

  Horry County's Community Development Office is the hub for grants applied for by Horry County Government. The Community Development staff administers numerous federal and state grants and assists County departments with finding, applying for and ensuring compliance with grantor requirements.

  (843) 915-7033 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Coroner's Office

  The Horry County Coroner's Office investigates all deaths within its jurisdiction according to state law. It determines cause and manner of death after investigation is completed and maintains files on deaths referred to this office.

  (843) 915-5110 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Department of Airports Transportation

  The Department of Airports is committed to serving the public by effectively and efficiently utilizing the talents of its staff and other resources to plan, develop and safely operate the County Airport System to enhance and support air commerce and economic development in Horry County and our region.

  (843) 448-1580 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Department of Public Works Public Works

  The Department of Public Works maintains all roadway networks and bridges owned by the county, as well as constructing an average of 5 miles of paved road each year. Currently, this includes 1,484 miles of roadways and 72 bridges and box culverts.

  (843) 915-5410 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County E911 Emergency Management

  As the first link in the chain of Public Safety, it is our mission to provide courteous, reliable and professional service to the citizens and visitors of Horry County.

  (843) 915-5100 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Emergency Management Emergency Management

  Horry County Emergency Management is responsible for developing emergency response plans and taking a lead role in the coordination of those plans during an emergency. Emergency Management employees work closely with state and local officials to gather resources necessary to overcome a disaster or emergency situation.

  (843) 915-5150 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Engineering Public Works

  Horry County Engineering is responsible for administration of the Beach Renourishment Program and Local Road Improvement Program, acquiring road and drainage easements, approving and inspecting the construction of subdivisions, and administration of the Horry County Traffic Calming Program.

  (843) 915-5160 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Finance Department Finance

  The Finance Department is responsible for developing, maintaining, and administering all programs related to general accounting functions, invoice audit and certification of funds, cost accounting and payroll functions as well as preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.

  (843) 915-5180 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Fire Rescue Fire

  Horry County Fire Rescue is a combination career and volunteer department, tasked with fire protection to the unincorporated areas of Horry County and emergency medical services for the entire county. Horry County covers 1,255 square miles, making it one of the largest counties east of the Mississippi.

  (843) 915-5190 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Fleet Service Department Public Works

  The Fleet Service Department provides major and minor repairs to all county vehicles and equipment, field repairs, tire road services on equipment and make vehicles/ equipment safe as possible for our customers and citizens of Horry County. The fleet maintenance department provides major and minor repairs to all county vehicles and heavy equipment and provide an on-the-road tire service.

  (843) 915-5200 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Human Resources Human Resources

  Employee salaries and benefits comprise the vast majority of the County's operating expenses. More importantly, the County is, in a very real sense, nothing more than its employees.

  (843) 915-5230 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County IT/GIS Information Technology

  Horry County IT/GIS maintains the data, infrastructure, security, and programs to provide County departments and citizens with the resources they need.

  (843) 915-5240 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Legislative Delegation Legislative

  The Horry County Legislative Delegation office serves as a liaison between its citizens, governmental agencies, and the 16 elected state legislators who represent Horry County in the South Carolina General Assembly. Five state senators and eleven representatives comprise the delegation.

  (843) 915-5130 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Maintenance Department Public Works

  The maintenance department is responsible for maintaining all county-owned facilities. The department also provides custodial services in a number of locations as well as lawn and grounds maintenance.

  (843) 915-5300 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Master in Equity Courts

  The Office of the Horry County Master in Equity, or Equity Court, is a division of the South Carolina State Circuit Court. The Judge of the Equity Court, also known as the Master in Equity, decides cases in which equitable relief is being sought (ie: foreclosures, partitions, accountings, supplemental proceedings, etc.) and such other non-jury matters referred to it by order of the Circuit Court.

  (843) 915-5310 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Memorial Library Library

  There are currently ten libraries open to the public throughout Horry County. The library's official website has more information regarding library cards, making donations, joining book clubs, getting your kids involved, hours, schedule of events, and much more.

  (843) 915-5285 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Museum

  The museum is free and open to the public. Each month the museum has special programs available to the public so check back here for updates or keep an eye for posts in local media.

  (843) 915-5320 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Parks and Recreation Department Parks & Recreation

  Horry County Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to providing the highest quality of active and passive recreational opportunities. These opportunities encompass diverse programs and facilities to promote the mental, physical and social well-being of its citizens.

  (843) 915-5330 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Planning and Zoning Department Planning

  The Planning and Zoning Department administers the County's Land Development Regulations and Zoning Ordinance.

  (843) 915-5340 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Police Department Police

  The Horry County Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency that uses a precinct approach to better serve the citizens of Horry County. We have geographically split the county into five distinct precincts to allow for quicker services and better community relations within the communities of Horry County.

  (843) 915-5350 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Probate Court Courts

  Probate Court has original jurisdiction over actions concerning the issuance of marriage licenses, the estate of a deceased person, the will of an individual, the estate of a minor or incapacitated person, trusts, and involuntary commitments. Most probate matters are handled without a jury trial, but Probate Court does have the authority to conduct a jury trial in certain situations.

  (843) 915-5370 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Procurement

  To provide for the fair and equitable treatment of all purchases involved in public procurement by the County, to maximize the purchasing value of public funds in procurement, and to provide safeguards for maintaining a procurement system of quality and integrity.

  (843) 915-5380 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Public Defender Legal

  Our purpose is to serve the citizens of Horry and Georgetown counties by providing competent, capable, ethical and effective legal representation in accordance with the United States Constitution and the South Carolina constitution for indigent individuals charged with criminal offenses as appointed by the courts.

  (843) 915-5385 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Public Information Department

  The Public Information Department is dedicated to providing accurate, timely information to our community. We work closely with media outlets locally, regionally and nationally.

  (843) 915-5390 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Register of Deeds Clerk

  As the custodian of land records for Horry County, South Carolina, we are committed to providing efficient and transparent access to vital property information for our community members. Whether you're a homeowner, real estate professional, or researcher, our comprehensive database and resources are here to assist you.

  (843) 915-5430 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County RIDE Department Transportation

  The Horry County RIDE department is responsible for the coordination and management of the County’s ‘Road Improvement and Development Effort’ programs. The RIDE 3 program, which was approved by voter referendum in 2016, remains in place until 2025, and aims to use a one-cent sales tax to enhance key corridors in our community.

  (843) 915-5160 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Sheriff's Office Police

  The Horry County Sheriff’s Office exists to serve the people of Horry County. We provide resources and assistance to federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.

  (843) 915-5450 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Stormwater Department Public Works

  The Horry County Stormwater Department maintains drainage systems in Horry County. They also conduct mosquito spraying and issue stormwater permits.

  (843) 915-5160 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Treasurer's Office Finance

  The Treasurer’s Office is responsible for collecting all real and personal property taxes, including taxes on vehicles and front-foot assessments. The office also manages and invests funds on behalf of the County, School District, Airport, and Solid Waste Authority.

  (843) 915-5470 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Veterans Affairs Office Human Services

  The mission of the Horry County Veterans Affairs Office is to provide education and assistance on the multitude of programs and benefits sponsored by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. The education is made available to the general public but is predominantly for Veterans, surviving spouses, dependents and beneficiaries that we serve.

  (843) 915-5480 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Horry County Voters Registration and Elections Elections

  Horry County Voters Registration and Elections department gives all citizens a chance to register and vote, and also to successfully administer all federal, state, and local elections held within Horry County.

  (843) 915-5440 www.horrycountysc.gov
• Office of the Horry County Attorney Legal

  The Office of the Horry County Attorney provides in-house legal advice and counsel to the County Council, the County Administrator, Division Directors, County departments, boards, and commissions as needed. The responsibilities of the staff attorneys are diverse and include matters such as drafting ordinances and amendments, negotiating, drafting and reviewing contracts, prosecuting building and zoning violations, and handling condemnation cases.

  (843) 915-5270 www.horrycountysc.gov