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How do I name my private drive?: A private drive can be named when it is used to access three or more residences. To name a private drive a majority of the property owners (adjacent to the drive to be named) have to agree on a name. There is a $150 fee to name a private drive. Please contact Tina Harmer at 803-909-7483 to start the process or for additional information. You will need the tax map reference number for the parcel in question to get owner information. This is a ten digit number.

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1. Am I in York County?: You may check this via the GIS Online utility website or by calling us at 803-329-0911.

2. Am I in the city limits or the county?: You may check this via the GIS Online utility website or by calling us at 803-329-0911.

3. How do I get an address?: Addresses are issued upon application for permits.

4. How do I name my private drive?: A private drive can be named when it is used to access three or more residences. To name a private drive a majority of the property owners (adjacent to the drive to be named) have to agree on a name. There is a $150 fee to name a private drive. Please contact Tina Harmer at 803-909-7483 to start the process or for additional information. You will need the tax map reference number for the parcel in question to get owner information. This is a ten digit number.

5. How should I post my address?: Residential addresses should be posted with numbering at least 3 inches in height, posted in an obvious place (on your home or mailbox. Commercial addresses should be posted with numbering at least 4 inches in height, posted in an obvious place in the event of a police, fire, or medical emergency.

6. How do I find owner information for a parcel?: You may check this via the GIS Online utility website or by calling the Tax Assessor at 803-684-8526.