Rules for ZIP Code 29579
Myrtle Beach, SC · Horry County
126 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Horry County.
ZIP code 29579 is unincorporated Horry County land, in the community of Carolina Forest: about 94% of its residents live outside any city or town, so the county's ordinances are the local rules here. County rules tend to differ from nearby cities in areas like noise enforcement, building setbacks, and animal regulations.
ZIP codes do not follow city lines. 29579 also covers:
- Carolina Forest (community)~59% of residents
- Forestbrook (community)~12% of residents
Shares are estimates from 2020 Census geography. If your address is in one of these, its rules apply instead.
Each topic below links to the full ordinance breakdown with specific code sections, fine amounts, and answers to common questions. The data is sourced from the official municipal code and verified by our editorial team.
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These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 29579 based on Horry County ordinances.
Short-Term Rentals
3 rulesNoise Ordinances
7 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesFence Regulations
5 rulesParking Rules
9 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesAnimal Ordinances
12 rules- BeekeepingSome
- Breed RestrictionsSome
- Cat RulesSome
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Chickens & LivestockSome
Landscaping Rules
3 rulesProperty Maintenance
2 rulesTrash & Recycling
9 rulesHome Business
4 rules- Cottage Food OperationsHeavy
- Signage RulesSome
- Home DaycareSignificant
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
Accessory Structures
4 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- Garage ConversionsSome
- ADU RulesSome
- Tiny HomesSome
Sign Regulations
5 rules- Garage Sale SignsSome
- Political SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSome
- Window SignsSome
- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
3 rulesFire Regulations
4 rules- FireworksSignificant
- Outdoor BurningSome
- Brush ClearanceLight
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresFew
Filming & Production
4 rulesSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Obstruction RulesSignificant
Drone Rules
1 rule- Park Drone RestrictionsSignificant
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
1 rule- Encampment SanitationSignificant
Mobility & Curb Rules
3 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
7 rules- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentHeavy
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSignificant
Public Conduct
3 rules- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSome
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Public Marijuana UseSome
Local Taxes & Fees
1 ruleSpecial Events & Permits
2 rules- Commercial Filming on Public Right-of-WaySignificant
- Park Event PermitsSignificant
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Noise from Specific Sources
1 ruleCurfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Environmental Rules
5 rules- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
- Erosion ControlSignificant
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSome
Building Safety
4 rulesHurricane Preparedness
2 rules- Flood ElevationHeavy
- Storm DebrisSignificant
Outdoor Cooking
2 rules- BBQ & Propane RulesHeavy
- Smoker RulesSome
Rental Inspections
1 rule- Tenant Complaint ProcessSignificant
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Tree Protection
2 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleCode Violation Reporting
3 rules- Response TimesSome
- Common ViolationsSignificant
- How to ReportSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
2 rules- Vending ZonesSome
- Food Truck PermitsSome