Recycling division of the Public Works department Recycling View More Greenwood County Recycling 1119 Siloam Church Road Greenwood, SC 29646 Hours: 7:00-3:30 Monday-Friday Rodney McCarty - Supervisor email: recycling@greenwoodsc.gov Phone: (864) 942-8567 Fax: (864) 942-8583 Functions Greenwood County Recycling is responsible for operating a voluntary curb-side residential recycling collection program that currently serves approximately 19,000 homes per week. The county provides one recycling container to each resident that is located within the cities of Greenwood, Ninety Six, Ware Shoals and other designated areas in the county. The division also operates a Material Recovery Facility (MRF) where recycled waste streams are separated by type and prepared for sale to the recycling industry. To view a video of one of our Recycle trucks in action, click here . To view the Weekly Recycle Pickup Calendars for 2026 , click here. Frequently Asked Questions Functions Greenwood County Recycling is responsible for operating a voluntary curb-side residential recycling collection program that currently serves approximately 19,000 homes per week. The county provides one recycling container to each resident that is located within the cities of Greenwood, Ninety Six, Ware Shoals and other designated areas in the county. The division also operates a Material Recovery Facility (MRF) where recycled waste streams are separated by type and prepared for sale to the recycling industry. Responsibilities Accepts recyclable materials from citizens and businesses within Greenwood County Provides containers and recycling information to residents within the collection areas Provides collection of recyclables for public schools and local government offices Provides educational services to the community through tours and presentations to school and civic groups Promotes recycling through participation in Community Events Provides recycling containers at each of the County’s nine Convenience Centers This Office Does Not : Pay anyone for recyclables delivered to the Convenience Centers or Recycling Center Provide containers for households located outside the collection areas. Accept any recyclables that are not included in the approved list. SHRED YOUR MATERIAL FREE - for more information please call 942-8567 or 942-8662. Hours of shredding are Mon.- Fri. 7:00a.m.-3:00p.m. Quick Links Public Works . . Fleet Garage . . Leaf and Limb Litter Prevention . . Recycling . . Road Maintenance . . Solid Waste Collection . . Solid Waste Disposal Calendar for Closings/Holidays/Events Convenience Centers Interactive Map Convenience Center Locations and Hours Convenience Site Policies County Landfill Rates Pay Landfill Fees e-Waste Ban Spotlight Facilities Closings Forms and Documents Recycling Truck Video Recycling Guidelines Brochure Contact Us Ending: Ending: Ending: Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News Frequently Asked Questions How can I find out if I’m on a recycling route? Most likely you will see “blue roll carts” in your neighborhood being set-out every other week for curbside pickup. If not, contact Recycling at 942-8567 and someone will be glad to assist you. If no one is available, please leave your name and number and your call will be returned as soon as possible. What if my pickup day falls on a Holiday? A notice will be provided instructing the day of pickup. You may also check the Greenwood County website calendar for holidays and makeup days. What is my pickup day? Homeowner's will receive an information packet when roll cart is delivered. You can find your pickup day and view a calendar for the year on the County website by searching your tax parcel and then clicking on the Community Info link. Contact Recycling at 864-942-8567 for pickup day information. How do I prepare my recyclables prior to placement in “blue roll cart”? Rinse all containers, flatten cardboard boxes. Labels DO NOT need to be removed. What items are unacceptable for my “blue roll cart”? No Medical Waste, Styrofoam (egg cartons, packing materials), Plastic film (bags, wrap), Glass, Plastic grocery bags (return to store), Paint Cans, Sharps “needles”. What can I place in my “blue roll cart”? Paper (newspaper, cardboard, magazines, chipboard, phone books, catalogs, books, junk mail, office, computer, colored), Paperboard Cans, Plastic (#1 thru #7), Aluminum, (cans), Steel (cans), Juice Boxes, Milk Cartons and Broth soup boxes. How many “roll carts” can a homeowner receive? County Ordinance permits only (1) blue roll cart. How to obtain a recycling container or “blue roll cart”? Contact Recycling (942-8567). A work order will be taken over the phone. If no one is available, please leave your name, address, and phone number.

The County Council meets at 5:30 PM on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Meetings are held in the Greenwood County Library American Veteran's Auditorium unless otherwise advertised. Minutes and agendas council meetings are available in video format on-line after approval. County Council View More Park Plaza 600 Monument street, Box P-103 Suite 102 Greenwood, SC 29646 Hours: 7:45-5:30 Monday - Thursday, Closed Friday Susan McIntyre , Clerk to County Council email: smcintyre@greenwoodsc.gov Phone: (864) 942-8507 Fax: (864) 942-8566 The County Council meets at 5:30 PM on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Meetings are held in the Greenwood County Library American Veteran's Auditorium unless otherwise advertised. Minutes and agendas council meetings are available in video format on-line after approval. To find Agendas and Minutes information please click the blue hyperlink below or choose Agendas and Minutes on the right side of the page under Quick Links. Navigating the Google Drive. Open the County Council folder. In this location the council meetings are organized by year. Locate the desired year and access that folder to find all of the County Council meetings for that year. At any point you may right click a folder and use the "Search Within" feature to search for specific topics or keywords within that folder. Duplicate dates for Agendas and/or Minutes may be the result of Special Meetings or Amendments. These entries will be shown in the list with a (2) after the date. Should assistance be needed for the hearing/visually impaired, please call 864-942-8507 . To view a pdf map of each County Council District, please click their District Number below. Want to find out who your County Council Member is? Follow these simple instructions: Go to our Greenwood County GIS Website. Click on the Quick Search tab. Enter your name, tax parcel number or address in the search box and hit enter. Once your parcel is displayed in the map, click the Community Info tab above the map and then click inside your parcel. A box will appear on the left side of the screen displaying all of the information about your parcel. Click the + to expand Voter Information . Greenwood County Council Members District 1 Ms. Teresa Griffin 123 Cardinal Rd. Greenwood, SC 29646 Office: (864) 942-8507 Cell: (864) 993-2727 tgriffin@GreenwoodSC.Gov Elected Term through December 2026 District 2 Mr. Mark Allison 5019 Kinard Rd. Ninety Six, SC 29646 Cell: (864) 377-1500 mallison@GreenwoodSC.Gov Elected Term through December 2026 District 3 Ms. Johanna Bishop 2213 Cambridge Ave. E. Greenwood, SC 29646 Phone: (864) 941-6160 Office: (864) 942-8507 jbishop@GreenwoodSC.Gov Elected Term through December 2026 District 4 Ms. Cathy Miller 133 Gatewood Dr. Greenwood, SC 29646 Office: (864) 942-8507 cmiller@GreenwoodSC.Gov Elected Term through December 2028 District 5 Mr. Dayne Pruitt, Vice Chairman 18 Roxanna Drive Ninety Six, SC 29666 Cell: (864) 337-5842 dpruitt@GreenwoodSC.Gov Elected Term through December 2028 District 6 Mr. Robbie Templeton 210 Yosemite Drive Greenwood, SC 29649 Cell: (864) 980-8688 rtempleton@GreenwoodSC.Gov Elected Term through December 2028 District 7 Mr. Theo Lane, Council Chairman 2112 Nation Road Hodges, SC 29653 Cell: (864) 420-0068 tlane@GreenwoodSC.gov Elected Term through December 2028 Quick Links Agendas and Minutes Council Videos on YouTube County Council District Map County Council Meeting Schedule County Ordinances and Resolutions How to Appear on Council Agendas Official County Holidays Contact Us Ending: Ending: Ending: Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News How to Appear on Council Agendas Sec. 2-2-9. - Appearances, presentations and petitions. (a) Any person desiring to be heard during the regular council meeting must submit his request to the clerk to council to 12:00 noon on the Thursday preceding the next regular council meeting scheduled for the following Tuesday, notwithstanding the provisions of Subsection (e) hereinbelow. (b) Each request must give the name and address of the person appearing, the nature of his presentation, and the estimated time length for the presentation. (c) If a presentation should be made on behalf of an organization or group of persons, the organization or group will designate one spokesman to make the presentation on behalf of that particular group or organization. (d) If the chairman of the council determines that there is insufficient time available for a personal appearance at a particular meeting, he may schedule the personal appearance for any subsequent meeting, considering the availability of time. The chairman may, in his discretion, establish time limits for any presentation or personal appearance. (e) During the public comment period, as specified on the agenda of a regular meeting of the Council, a member of the public may speak on any listed item appearing on the agenda, with the exception of personnel matters, by signing a speakers list maintained by the clerk to Council prior to the start of the public comment period. The speaker must identify the agenda item to which they will be speaking. No speaker will be allowed to speak to multiple agenda items. At the discretion of the Chairman or presiding officer, the length of the time for any speaker's presentation may be limited and the number of speakers also may be limited. (f) Once an individual or the spokesman for a group concludes his presentation or comments made pursuant to either Subsection (a) or (e) hereinabove, he shall be seated, and no person other than a member of the council will be recognized to make any statement on such matter unless requested to do so by the Council or by any member of the council through the Chairman. (g) This procedure shall not be applicable to representatives of the news media, nor shall it apply to council staff members or other county employees who may be recognized by the chairman for questions and comments relating to the business of the council. (h) No matter shall be entered on the agenda or heard by the council unless it is within the council's authority or jurisdiction, provided that the council may entertain requests that it make recommendations to other governmental bodies, departments or agencies. (Ord. No. 2-79, 2-20-79; Code 1980, § 2-2-9; Ord. No. 2013-23, 4-2-2013) Susan McIntyre, Clerk to Council 600 Monument Street, Box P-103 Greenwood, SC 29646 smcintyre@greenwoodsc.gov Telephone: 864-942-8507 Fax: 864-942-8566

Greenwood County, SC Administration Department Administration View More Park Plaza 600 Monument Street Suite 102, Box P-103 Greenwood, SC 29646 Hours: 7:45 -5:30 Monday-Thursday, Closed Friday Toby Chappell , County Manager email: tchappell@greenwoodsc.gov Phone: (864) 942-8507 Fax: (864) 942-8566 County Attorney, Carson Penney Phone: (864) 942-8593 Assistant to the County Manager, Susan McIntyre Phone: (864) 942-8507 email: smcintyre@greenwoodsc.gov Clerk to Council Phone: ( 864) 942-8507 County Manager Directs, supervises, and evaluates the work of County departments and functions. Represents the County in meetings with representatives from other jurisdictions, private industry, and members of the general public. Works with County Council in determining county strategic plans and annual goals and objectives. Implements the policies and actions taken by County Council in administering County business and developing policies and programs. Explains policies, procedures, ordinances, and regulations to County employees and the general public. Oversees preparation of the annual budget, submits it to County Council and oversees it's administration and approval. Works with County Council in determining county strategic plans and annual goals and objectives. Prepares budget recommendations and monitors expenditure control during the fiscal year. County Attorney Supervises, plans, implements, and administers the legal affairs of Greenwood County. Provides general legal advice and oversight to the various departments. Handles litigation involving Greenwood County in regulatory, administrative, judicial, and appellate proceedings. Works with the County Engineer on ways to identify and resolve boundary line issues along Lake Greenwood. Clerk to Council Assists County Council members by performing a variety of secretarial and clerical duties; assists in budget preparations, makes travel arrangements Receives, reviews, prepares and/or submits a variety of documents such as billing invoices, accident/incident reports, insurance documents, payment requests, Council agendas, minutes, correspondence, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds for property, etc. Establishes and maintains an efficient filing system for minutes, correspondence, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds for property, etc. Schedules use of the Council's chambers and County Council conference rooms. Quick Links Freedom of Information Act Request Form Pay FOIA Fees Ordinances and Policies Contact Us Ending: Ending: Ending: Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News Ordinances and Policies Boundary Line Agreements on Lake Greenwood Protected Zone Piers Special Tax Districts Greenwood County Code of Ordinances Greenwood City and County Zoning Ordinances Pedestrian- Motorist Solicitor Safety Ordinance

Records Division Law Enforcement Center 528 Edgefield Street Greenwood, SC 29646 Dennis Kelly , Sheriff email: dkelly@greenwoodsc.gov Phone: (864) 942-8600 Coming soon Quick Links Sheriff's Office . . Community Services . . Detention Center . . Emergency Communications . . Investigations Division . . . . Evidence & Property . . . . Victim Services . . Narcotics Division . . Records Division . . Training Division . . Uniform Patrol Division . . Warrants Division Career Opportunities Citizen's Academy Community Meeting Map Frequently Asked Questions Our Facebook Page Overview of the Citizen Complaint Process Special Teams Take Me Home "Project" Trespass Notice Form Contact Us Ending: Ending: Ending: Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News

Greenwood County, South Carolina Emergency Services department Emergency Services View More Greenwood County Airport Annex 1025 Deadfall Road Greenwood, SC 29649 Hours: 8:30-5:00 Monday-Friday Derek Oliver , Emergency Services Director email: doliver@greenwoodsc.gov Phone: (864) 942-8683 Fax: (864) 942-8791 Greenwood County Ambulance Service Mission Statement Greenwood County Ambulance Service is committed to being a leader in emergency medical services and to providing our community with excellent pre-hospital and out of hospital care by Valuing our staff, patients and clients. Maintaining and promoting the highest standards of our profession. Supporting illness and accident prevention. Managing our resources effectively. Working collaboratively with our peers in health care and emergency services. Vision Greenwood County Ambulance Service strives to meet the changing needs of the community for pre-hospital and out of hospital care and believes that by the timely application of the advances of both the art and science of medicine to the practice of emergency medical services, we can decrease suffering, improve the health of the community and save lives. History Greenwood County EMS was formed through a joint City and County effort, and began operation on July 1, 1975 at the Greenwood City Fire Department. The service began operation with one EMT-Paramedic and seven EMT-Basics. On Oct. 1, 1981, the County assumed total control of the EMS operations, placing ambulances in three critical locations. An ambulance was placed in Ware Shoals, Ninety Six, and at the County Courthouse in Greenwood. Today we have seven ambulances and two Quick Response Vehicles(QRV). One ambulance stationed on Hwy. 25 North between Hodges and Ware Shoals (M-5), one stationed in Ninety Six on Hwy. 246 (M-4), two stationed on Hwy. 25 South (M-1 and M-3), one stationed on Hwy. 72 West (M-2). The QRV's are stationed at the courthouse (R-1 and R-2). Promised Land currently houses our transport team (T-1). We cover an area of 462.95 square miles, with a population in excess of 67,503 people. (2003 census) Our typical call volume for one month is approximately 800 calls, with an average response time of less than ten minutes. For information about the service or if you are interested in being apart of the Emergency Medical Service, please call (864) 942-8603 . In Case Of Emergency If you have a cell phone, make an entry in your contacts list labeled "ICE" (In Case of Emergency). Under the "ICE" listing provide a contact number of someone that you want notified in case of an emergency. Keep in mind that you should discuss this with them prior to entering this information into your phone so they understand that they may receive such a call. Make sure that the person that you list as your "ICE" has your medical information. In the event you have an emergency; when you are unable speak due to your injuries or sickness and you have on your cell phone, maybe paramedics, police or fire department personnel may be able to retrieve the ICE (contact) number and get more information about you or will be able to notify someone during your time of need. You may consider more than one "ICE" number to store in your phone and list them as "ICE 1" and "ICE 2". If you have space to enter the contact's name in a notes or more information section, this will allow the responder to know who they are calling. Pass along the word. This could be a call that could save your life, a way of gathering vital information or to provide a way for emergency workers to notify someone in your time of need. Quick Links Emergency Services . . Emergency Management . . Emergency Medical Services (EMS) . . Fire Services Contact Us Ending: Ending: Ending: Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News

The Greenwood County Veterans Affairs Office assists veterans and their dependents in filing applications to determine their basic eligibility and conditions of benefit entitlement as administered by the US Department of Veterans Affairs. This includes, research, preparation, development, presentation, and prosecution of claims submitted to the VA Regional Office in Columbia or the Board of Veterans Appeals in Washington, DC. Veterans Affairs View More Greenwood County Veterans Affairs 106 Main Street N Greenwood, SC 29646 Hours: 9:00-5:00 Monday-Thursday 9:00-4:00 Friday Closed 12:00-1:00 Daily Rosalind Burke , Veteran's Service Officer email: rburke@greenwoodsc.gov Phone: (864) 450-9268 The Greenwood Veterans Affairs Office hopes you find this information useful and informative. Some brief overviews of the services provided by the office along with some general information follow. The Greenwood County Veterans Affairs Office assists veterans and their dependents in filing applications to determine their basic eligibility and conditions of benefit entitlement as administered by the US Department of Veterans Affairs. This includes, research, preparation, development, presentation, and prosecution of claims submitted to the VA Regional Office in Columbia or the Board of Veterans Appeals in Washington, DC. Though state-mandated, the local VA office is county and state-funded. VA Military Museum OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY AND ADMISSION IS FREE Wednesdays from 1:00-5:00 p.m. Third Weekend of each Month - Saturday and Sunday from 1:00- 5:00 p.m. Also open for other Special Veteran's Day Holidays and Events Contact: gwdvetsmuseum@gmail.com For more information, view the Military Museum brochure . This office does the following: Records and certifies DD214 (Report of Separation) Assists in preparation and filing of claims with the VA Regional Office and the Board Veterans Appeals Helps veterans file applications for the review of discharge or the correction of military records Coordinates with other local and state agencies to render advice and assistance to veterans, their dependents and survivors Visits VA hospital and nursing homes as well as veterans’ homes to assist in applying for VA benefits Assists in filing annuity applications for surviving spouses of military retirees Assists veterans in obtaining a Certificate of Eligibility which is required to secure a VA Home Loan Guarantee Assists in filing application for burial marker and burial benefits Assists in filing application for VA and State Veterans Nursing Homes Assists in filing for benefits offered by the State of SC Common Terms: Annuity : A monthly source of spousal income provided in return for reduced retirement benefits. DD214 : A military separation paper issued to veterans after 1949. Dependents : Spouses, children, and certain parents of veterans. Compensation : Monthly check for disability as a result of active military service. Pension : Supplemental income due to financial need because of low income or reoccurring medical expenses. Please utilize the following website to learn more about the Department of Veterans Affairs: www.va.gov Quick Links 2020 Heroes Light of Honor Form Frequently Asked Questions Hall of Heroes Inductees 2014 Hall of Heroes Memorial Plaza Map to our Location Mesothelioma Web SCDVA SC VA Columbia Office US Dept. of Veterans Affairs VA Healing Garden Vital Statistics Search Contact Us Ending: Ending: Ending: Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News Veterans Affairs Healing Garden Greenwood is the winner of National YMCA’s Fresh Page Project! Thanks to everyone who voted and helped Healthy Greenwood Neighborhoods win a $5000 grant to create a healing garden in the courtyard of the New Veteran's Affairs Building. This is a facility formerly occupied by the county library, now developing into a Veteran’s museum, ROTC office space, community rooms, and a resource center for vets. We will completely revamp a courtyard into a serene garden with benches, herbs, flowers and flowering shrubs to create a place for meditation, conversation or reading. The facility director ensures plenty of volunteer service to install and maintain the garden. We will also transform a patio perimeter into a vegetable garden. The facility has high visibility located on the main street of town, and will offer an additional attraction to Uptown Greenwood area visitors and residents, as well as an array of important services to our Veterans. "Great news...The Veteran’s Affairs Healing Garden in Greenwood, SC. will become a reality!! Our project was chosen as the winner from the YMCA's Fresh Page Project. Thank you to all that "liked" the idea. I will be in touch about the details of putting our plan into action!.. Toni Able - Greenwood Healthy Neighborhoods, Inc. " Hall of Heroes Inductees 2014 Frequently Asked Questions How long will it take to process my claim? The VA Regional Office in Columbia processes claims in an average of 60-120 days. What are my benefits? The Veterans Affairs Office will assist veterans in filing a claim to determine eligibility based on individual circumstances, including time in service, degree of disability, and, in some cases, annual income.

Greenwood County, SC Coroner's Office Coroner View More Park Plaza 600 Monument Street Suite 223 P-127 Greenwood, SC 29646 Hours: 7:45 -5:30 Monday-Thursday, Closed Friday Sonny Cox , Coroner email: scox@greenwoodsc.gov Phone: (864) 942-8552 Fax: (864) 943-8026 Mission To serve and protect the interest of the community by maintaining the highest level of professionalism and integrity while determining the cause and manner of death. Greenwood County Coroner's Biography A native of Greenwood, SC, Roy E. (Sonny) Cox, Jr. attended Greenwood County public schools, and holds an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Piedmont Technical College. He began his law enforcement career in August of 1977, with the Greenwood City Police Department. His experience includes working in criminal investigations, narcotics, and traffic accident investigations. During his tenure with the Greenwood City Police Department, he was the recipient of numerous meritorious awards, to include the International Civitans Award for courageous service. In 2006, he retired at the rank of Captain after 29 continuous years of service. Subsequently, in May of 2006, Sonny began working with the Greenwood County Sheriff’s Office in a newly created division for community services, where he served as a Major under the leadership of Sheriff Tony Davis. In 2007, he was awarded the Cornerstone Award for Community Service. Sonny retired again from the Sheriff’s Office in December of 2012. In January of 2013 the Citizens of Greenwood County called upon his services again, but this time by electing him to represent them in the position of Greenwood County Coroner. Sonny dutifully answered this call and by November of that same year he had already achieved his certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators. Sonny’s true love for Greenwood and its citizens has also afforded him the opportunities to devote much of his time outside of his law enforcement career to serving on various community Boards such as Healthy Greenwood Neighborhoods, the Salvation Army, the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce and the Humane Society. Sonny is now completing his second term as the Coroner of Greenwood County and looks forward to many more years of service to come. Within his first term he was able to accomplish getting the coroner’s office internationally accredited. Sonny was also chosen by his peers throughout the state of South Carolina and awarded the Coroner of the Year award. In 2018 Sonny was once again awarded the Sue Townsend award from the South Carolina Coroner's Association. Goals and Objectives The Greenwood County Coroner's Office is dedicated to providing the citizens of Greenwood County with timely medico-legal death investigations in a professional and courteous manner, while ensuring the highest level of compassion, dignity, and respect for the deceased and their family. Through collaborative efforts and advances in technology and training, our efforts will serve the community of Greenwood County on a higher standard of professionalism. The Coroner ensures that the citizens of Greenwood County are protected against known hazards that have caused a death by taking corrective measures. To accomplish this goal, my office and I will continue to speak at special functions across the county to inform the citizens of any changes or hazards they may need to know. The Coroner will adequately equip all deputy coroners so they can perform within the established and published guidelines and standards set forth by SC State Law and OSHA regulations. It is my goal to increase the training to those who perform such duties in their capacity. Services Determine cause and manner of death. • Investigation of all reported deaths in Greenwood County including unaccompanied deaths, deaths that occur within 24 hours of a hospital admission, and any other suspicious or accidental death. • Schedule, assist and maintain the records of autopsies and death investigations. • Perform toxicology tests on decedents through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. • Communicate with the S.C. Organ Procurement Association. • Provide reports to law enforcement agencies. • Maintain files on all reported deaths. • Secure the certification of death certificates. • Complete the death certificates on all deaths that are coroner cases. • Provide Cremation Permits to funeral homes. • Secure and house any property obtained from decedents for the next of kin. • Oversee the cremation for indigent decedents and abandoned bodies. • Community awareness and education programs speaking with schools and organizations. Quick Links Annual Reports FAQs IAC & ME Accredidation Local Funeral Homes Our Facebook Page Our Twitter Page Public Awareness SC Coroners Association Useful Links Contact Us Ending: Ending: Ending: Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News Frequently Asked Questions I am caring for an elderly family member in my home who is not under hospice care, but very near death. When he/she passes away can I call the funeral home, or do I have to call the Coroner’s Office? Unless a doctor is in attendance at the time of death you must call 9-1-1 and they will see that the Coroner’s Office is contacted. ( If the person IS under hospice care you should call hospice, they will contact the Coroner’s office.) Can I donate my relative’s organs and tissues? South Carolina has a law that provides an opportunity for the next of kin to donate organs and tissues. Donation can dramatically improve, even save, the lives of others. We are glad to assist you by contacting the appropriate agency for you so they can explain to you all options and benefits of donating. If you prefer, you may call the We are Sharing Hope of South Carolina 1-800-462-0755, or American Red Cross at 1-800-922-5986 . There are no funds for burial. What do I do? If the decedent’s family or estate does not have sufficient funds for burial, you should select a funeral home and explain the situation to the director. Either that funeral home or another will have several options available to assist you in making arrangements. If nothing can be worked out, contact our office for information. Will an autopsy be performed? The Coroner authorizes an autopsy when one is needed to establish the cause of death. Usually, an autopsy is not needed when the death is clearly from natural causes. Should an autopsy be necessary, the Coroner will certify a death certificate soon after the examination is completed. Occasionally, more extensive testing is required, in which case a pending death certificate will be signed by the Coroner. A final death certificate will be signed following the completion of special testing. How/Where can I get the death certificate? Death certificates are obtained through the funeral home where you make arrangements. Also, death certificates are filed with the Greenwood County Health Department. Should you require certified copies, they can be purchased from the Greenwood County Health Department, 1736 South Main Street, Greenwood SC 29646, (864) 227-5915 , or directly through Vital Records at D.H.E.C. Columbia, South Carolina 29201, (803) 898-3630 . SC DHEC Death Certificates Can anyone call the coroner’s office to find out if a particular person has died in Greenwood County? Only limited information is available to the public. If it is a Coroner’s case we can confirm a death if next of kin has been notified. We don’t discuss cases with anyone other than immediate next of kin or law enforcement agencies involved in a case. Who can get copies of a decedent’s reports? Reports are available to the legal next of kin, legal counsel, insurance companies and law enforcement. Does the Greenwood Coroner’s Office keep records of where someone is buried? That information is listed on the death certificate. Death certificates can be obtained by calling DHEC at (803)898-3630 Will I be charged for the services of the Coroner? When a case falls under the jurisdiction of the Coroner, there is no charge for an autopsy and the related testing. Families are still responsible for the cost of a funeral or cremation. Why is the Coroner involved? State law requires the Coroner to inquire into and determine the circumstances, manner, and cause of all unexpected, violent, or unusual deaths. Certain natural deaths must be investigated as well. What are the office hours of the Greenwood County Coroner's Office? The office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30 A.M to 5:00 P.M. The Coroner or on call deputy can be reached after hours in an emergency by calling Greenwood County 911 at (864) 942-8632 . IAC & ME Accreditation March 2, 2015 Greenwood County Coroner’s Office Attn: Sonny Cox 600 Monument St – P127 Greenwood, SC 29646 Dear Coroner Cox, As President of the International Association of Coroners and Medical Examiners (IAC&ME) and on behalf of those members that we represent, I would like to congratulate you on your accreditation with our association. The Accreditation Auditors made it clear that the Greenwood County Coroner’s Office makes every effort to provide the highest level of service to the citizens, neighbors and visitors of Greenwood County. This is accomplished by a dedicated team of well-trained investigators through timely and compassionate investigations of deaths occurring in their jurisdiction. They strive to maintain a mutually beneficial relationship with local law enforcement as well as with local EMS providers. Greenwood County Coroner’s Office also takes advantage of every opportunity to educate and to build trust within their medical community and they are the voice of those who can no longer speak for themselves. The IAC&ME is proud to say that the Greenwood County Coroner’s Office is a great representation of what our association expects from an accredited office. The Accreditation certificate will be presented to you or your representative at the IAC&ME business meeting at the 2015 Annual Training Conference that will convene the week of June 26, 2015. Respectfully, John Fudenberg, D-ABMDI, President IAC&ME :nc Click Here to view Acceptance Letter from IAC&ME Click Here to view Press Release Public Awareness Getting help with opiod abuse and overdosing. National Substance Abuse Hotline: 1-800-662-4357 Click here to watch a short video from the CDC Overdose Awareness Safety is one of our goals! 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Created in 2006, the Lake Management Department is responsible for issuing permits for encroachments on Lake Greenwood, registration of encroachments, camping reservations on Goat Island, lake upkeep, larvicide applications and herbicide applications, Greenwood County public lake access areas, assisting in complying with the FERC license, administering shoreline management, and inspection of lake encroachments. Lake Management View More Greenwood County Airport Annex 1025 Deadfall Road Greenwood, SC 29649 Hours: 7:45 -5:30 Monday-Thursday, Closed Friday Julie Davis , Lake Management Director email: jdavis@greenwoodsc.gov Phones: (864) 943-2648 (864) 942-8560 Fax: (864) 942-3141 Click the image above to view the Lake Greenwood Webcam Between 1935 and 1940, Lake Greenwood was created with the construction of Buzzard’s Roost Dam. Lake Management was initially undertaken by the Greenwood County Electric Power Commission. Duke Power leased the hydroelectric and lake operations from Greenwood County. In 2007, Santee Cooper leased the hydroelectric facility from Greenwood County. In 2020, Lockhart Power Company entered into a legal agreement with Greenwood County to generate power. Created in 2006, the Lake Management Department is responsible for issuing permits for encroachments on Lake Greenwood, registration of encroachments, camping reservations on Goat Island, lake upkeep, larvicide applications and herbicide applications, Greenwood County public lake access areas, assisting in complying with the FERC license, administering shoreline management, and inspection of lake encroachments. Lake Greenwood Regulations Frequently Asked Questions Quick Links Engineering . . Lake Management Apply for Permit Connect Lake Greenwood FAQs Forms and Documents Goat Island Pay Dock/ Encroachment Fees Preserving Lake Greenwood SC DHEC SC DNR Shoreline Protection USDA Aquatic Invasives USGS Water Level Contact Us Ending: Ending: Ending: Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News Shoreline Protection The key way to protect your lakefront property is by designing your waterfront to stop erosion, protect water quality, and beautify your shoreline. Soft armoring is an alternative to the use of expensive, hard retaining walls. Soft armoring protects against shoreline erosion, helps to clean runoff, and helps promote wildlife and aesthetics. Two techniques are mentioned below: 1. Natural shorelines Buffer zones, created from native, beneficial plants, binds the shoreline and strengthens it to absorb wave energy and prevent erosion . Trees and shrubs, ranging in size and type, provide wildlife cover and habitat. Low growing flowers and ground cover, along the water's edge help minimize erosion and stop wave action. A buffer zone with plants of various types and heights helps create a healthy shoreline. Reducing the amount of nutrient runoff is the first step toward removing noxious algae and invasive harmful aquatic weeds. Nutrients are found in fertilizers, gray water, and nonpoint source pollution. Excessive amounts of nonpoint source pollution run into rivers and lakes can promote algal blooms and harmful aquatic plants. These noxious, harmful aquatic plants reduce property values and cause freshwater degradation. Buffer zones, created with beneficial native plants, help collect excessive nutrients before they enter the water. 2. Riprap and natural stone There are certain steep slopes around the lake which may need additional stabilization methods. Riprap is an option which helps prevent erosion, provides fish and wildlife habitat, and helps maintain shorelines. Riprap is rock or rubble which is used to armor shorelines. Geotextile fabric is usually placed beneath the riprap to prevent the soil from eroding between the rock. Riprap and natural stone provides good cover for fish and help soften wave energy. Clean, healthy lake and beautiful shorelines increase property values, and contribute to the economic status of the entire community. It offers not only aesthetic value but provides ecological value as well. By using native, shoreline vegetation, as a buffer zone, lakefront property owners are providing for both human and ecological concerns. In steeper terrain, the additional use of riprap helps protect the shoreline and prevent erosion. Educational Resources Clemson University Shore Scaping Brochure SC DHEC Turning the Tide Frequently Asked Questions What is the Rule Curve? The Rule Curve is a Federally mandated guide for water levels in Lake Greenwood. The Rule Curve stipulates where the lake level should be during the year. See the links on the side for a copy of the Rule Curve. View and/or print the rule curve here . What are the fishing regulations for Lake Greenwood? SC Department of Natural Resources has regulations concerning fishing and wildlife. Additional, SC DNR has fish attractors on Lake Greenwood for fishermen. Please visit SC DNR's website for information regarding fishing and wildlife regulations. What is an encroachment? An encroachment is anything which extends from lake front property into the lake bed onto County property. Examples are piers, docks, boat ramps, retaining walls and similar items. Is there a fee for an encroachment? Yes, there is an annual fee for docks on Lake Greenwood. Currently, the fee is due by September 1. Is burning leaves and/or trash allowed when the lake is down? No, burning is not allowed within the bed of the lake on Greenwood County property. Along with this, please do not dump leaves, debris, vegetation into the lake. How does Greenwood County have the right to require permits and registrations for Laurens and Newberry County lake property? Greenwood County owns the lake and regulates encroachments around the entire lake. Greenwood County’s lake regulations do not affect how you use your property. However, when you enter the lake bed, you are no longer on your property. Greenwood County is no different than any other property owner. Why might a lakefront property owner be denied a permit for an encroachment? The main reasons for permit denial might be due to property line issues or protected habitat areas. However, other circumstances might cause a delay in permits. Surveys may be required for certain issues.

This Office accepts payment of current Real and Personal Property taxes in person, by mail, by lobby drop box, and internet transactions on greenwoodsctax.com Tax Collector View More Greenwood County Courthouse 528 Monument Street Room: 101 Greenwood, SC 29646 Hours: 7:45-5:30 Monday - Thursday, Closed Friday Tonya Burton , Tax Collector email: tburton@greenwoodsc.gov Phone: (864) 942-3142 This Office accepts payment for current and delinquent Real, Personal, and Mobile Home taxes in person, by mail, through the lobby drop box, and online. Accepted Forms of Payment: For Current Real, Personal, and Mobile Home Taxes We accept the following payment methods: Cash Certified Checks Money Orders MasterCard Visa Discover American Express Please note: A convenience fee may apply for credit card transactions. We do not accept out of state checks for payment on personal autos, motorcycles, campers, delinquent Real Estate taxes, and delinquent business personal taxes. This office does not fax tax receipts. Tax Payment Questions : (864) 942-8525 , option 4 Advance Real Estate Installment payments are due: February, April, June, August, October and final payment is due on or before January 15th of the following year. All redemptions and tax sale matters are now handled by the Tax Office, located in Room 101 of the Courthouse. For Tax Sale Redemptions: Only the following payment methods are accepted: Cash Certified Checks Money Orders Credit and debit cards are not accepted for redemptions. Quick Links Pay Taxes Online Property Tax Installment Plan Contact Us County Council Regular Meeting 5/5/26, 8:00 PM Ending: County Council Regular Meeting Greenwood County Legislative Delegation Meeting 4/24/26, 2:00 PM Ending: Greenwood County Legislative Delegation Meeting Greenwood County Grievance Committee Meeting 4/28/26, 8:00 PM Ending: Greenwood County Grievance Committee Meeting Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News

Greenwood County, SC Auditor's office Auditor View More Greenwood County Courthouse 528 Monument Street Suite 107 Greenwood, SC 29646 Hours: 7:45 -5:30 Monday-Thursday, Closed Friday Ashley Henderson , Auditor email: ahenderson@greenwoodsc.gov Phone: (864) 942-8543 Fax: (864) 942-8724 Mission Statement The County Auditor, an appointed official, maintains records on all County real estate and personal property assessed valuation and computes the millage rate to produce revenue to be collected for all Taxing entities in Greenwood County. Provides Homestead Exemption for the disabled and the senior citizens of the County. The specific duties of the Auditor are spelled out in Title 12,Chapter 39 of the South Carolina Code of Laws. Most of the duties of the Auditor are regulated by the South Carolina Department of Revenue , although some of the Auditor's activities fall under the regulation of the South Carolina Comptroller General's Office . Frequently Asked Questions (English) Frequently Asked Questions (Espanol) Quick Links Forms and Documents Millage Rates by Year Pay Taxes Property Tax Estimator Property Tax Installment Plan SC Dept of Revenue SCDMV SCDNR South Carolina Code of Laws FAQs FAQs Espanol Contact Us Ending: Ending: Ending: Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News Frequently Asked Questions I have moved from one county to another in South Carolina. What should I do? When moving from county to county in the state of South Carolina, you should make sure that you change your address on your driver's license and registration of every vehicle you own. Keep in mind that we receive DMV records a few months in advance to prepare vehicle renewals on a monthly basis; so you might receive a bill from your previous county. If you do, bring in the bill from the previous county before the end of the month of expiration to have a tax notice prepared. You will also want to contact the previous county so they can remove the bill from their system. If you do not receive a bill from the previous county, bring in your last registration card and we can produce a bill for you. Then you will need to take the paid tax receipt to the DMV to receive your decal. When I bought my vehicle, the dealer told me they would take care of the taxes and tags. Why did you send me a bill? The taxes and tags the dealer paid are for South Carolina sales tax and your DMV license fees. The tax notice you received is for personal property taxes, which must be paid annually. I want to transfer my license plate to another vehicle. What do I need to do? Please see the DMV's website for information on transferring a license plate. www.scdmvonline.org I have just purchased a vehicle. What do I need to do? If you purchased the vehicle through a dealer, you need to know if the dealer is securing a license plate for you from the Department of Motor Vehicles. If they are, they will submit an affidavit of your purchase to the DMV and we will generate a tax notice from this information and mail a notice to you that is due within 120 days of your purchase. If the dealer is not purchasing your plate, you will need to bring a copy of the bill of sale with lien holder recorded on it or title (if vehicle has no lien) in order for the Auditor to produce a tax notice. You would then take your paid tax receipt along with the other required documents (including proof of insurance) to complete the registration process and secure a plate at the DMV. What information will I need to have when I arrive at the DMV office? 1)Proof of Residence: electric bill, telephone bill or anything that will show you are a resident of Greenwood County 2)Proof of Insurance: SC state approved insurance on your vehicle 3)Form 400: This form can be downloaded from the DMV website or from our website 4)Out of state registration or title 5)Paid tax receipt from the Tax Collector's office 6)If the vehicle is financed, provide the DMV with your out of state registration. If you own the vehicle out right, the DMV will need the title (Not a Copy) I am new to South Carolina. How do I register my vehicles? Please bring your current registration from the other state if you have a lien on the vehicle. If you own the vehicle, bring the title. Please make a note of the odometer reading. We will check for a high mileage credit. We will generate a property tax notice for you to pay. You will pay your property tax in the Tax Collector's office. You will take the paid tax receipt to the local Department of Motor Vehicles office along with your paperwork (see next question for list of items required by DMV) to receive a S.C. license plate. Annually, you will receive a tax notice. The law allows you 45 days to register your vehicle in the county in which you reside. What happens if I do not file a property tax return on my business? The Auditor is required by law to estimate all accounts in which a return was not filed. Estimates may be higher than the original amount filed, if filed in a previous year, due to penalties. If no initial return is filed, then an estimate will be placed on the account. When are business property tax returns due? Business Personal Property Returns must be filed by April 30th of each year. Currently there is no provision in the law to allow for an extension of filing returns. As with other forms of personal property (except for motor vehicles), taxes are levied in arrears. If you owned the property on December 31 of the previous year, you are responsible for the taxes for that entire year. If I own a business, how are my taxes determined on the business personal property? Owners are required to file an annual personal property tax return to the County Auditor. You can find this form on the Auditor's Office webpage under the Department on the County Home Page. Why is the tax bill so high on my business? Each April, businesses are to file a business personal property return with either the State or the County, depending on your business type. You may have received an estimated bill from either this office or the SC Department of Revenue. If you are in the service industry and did not file a Business Personal Property return with us or if you have a retail sales license and did not file with the SC Department of Revenue, you were taxed based on an estimated assessed value. You will have to file an amended return in order to get the tax bill reduced. How do I register a watercraft/boat motor that I purchased? You will need to contact the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Sales tax will be paid to the SC DNR. See the link to the SC DNR on our webpage. Are boat trailers taxable? No, not in South Carolina. Are all watercraft taxable? Watercraft and boat motors with a fair market value of $500 or less are not taxable. I am thinking about purchasing a used watercraft/boat motor/airplane. What should I do first? You should check to see if there are any unpaid property taxes on the piece of personal property that you are considering. The previous owner should pay the taxes, however; please be advised that if the taxes go unpaid it will be your responsibility to pay the taxes. Taxes follow the property, and you may have difficulties registering or renewing registrations if taxes are unpaid. To check for unpaid taxes, please feel free to call us. How do you determine the value of watercraft/aircraft? Values of personal property are kept current through annual updates by the SC Department of Revenue and the SC Department of Natural Resources. We currently use nationally recognized sources to determine values on watercraft/aircraft using data provided by the SCDOR and SCDNR. What is the School Tax Relief on my Real Estate Tax Notice? The state legislature passed property tax reform measures which include giving all qualifying legal residents 4% homeowners credit on all the school operating taxes, meaning that you are not paying any of the school districts operating taxes, only the school bonds. This credit is not applied on the tax bills of business or personal property, or 6% property owners (land, second home owners). This credit does not appear on your vehicle, boat or other personal property notices. Do I need to reapply annually? You do not need to reapply annually unless there is a change which affects the deed to your property. You do need to advise the Auditor's office if: You sell or rent your house, or You make changes to the owners listed on the deed, or There is a change in your disability status, or The eligible owner dies (requires reapplication by the surviving spouse), or The surviving spouse remarries What documents do I need to apply? Taxpayer must have driver's license, Medicare/Medicaid card or birth certificate as proof of age or letter from the Social Security office with date of entitlement as proof of disability. Do I have to apply in person? For this exemption the qualifying homeowner can apply in person. Contact the Auditor's office for more information. How do I qualify for the Homestead Exemption? You hold complete fee simple title or life estate to primary residence and as of December 31 preceding the tax year of exemption you were a legal resident of South Carolina for one calendar year and as of December 31 preceding the tax year of the exemption, you were 65 years of age, or declared totally and permanently disabled by a state or federal agency having the authority to make such a declaration or were legally blind as certified by a licensed ophthalmologist. What is the Homestead Exemption Program? Homestead Exemption is in addition to what South Carolina calls Legal Residence. Homeowners who are 65 or older or 100% disabled through Social Security and a South Carolina resident for at least one year may qualify for this exemption. See South Tax Code Section 12-37-250 for additional information on required qualifications. Taxpayer will receive benefit in tax year after meeting eligibility requirements. Are there any special exemptions for POW's or Medal of Honor recipients? If you are a POW or a Medal of Honor recipient, you may qualify for an exemption from property tax on up to two motor vehicles. Application should be made through the South Carolina Department of Revenue (DOR) using form PT-401, Application for Exemption. This form may be obtained through the South Carolina Department of Revenue link on our website. What property is included in the Active Duty Military Exemption and how do I apply? If your home of record is not South Carolina, you do not have to pay personal property taxes on property which you own while permanently stationed in this state. This exemption does not include county taxes on real property. The exemption covers motor vehicles (including trucks), campers, motor homes, boats and outboard motors, personal recreation watercraft (like wave runners and jet skis), aircraft and mobile homes (occupied by the owner). The property may be titled in the name of the military service member and/or their spouse in order to qualify for a 100% exemption. In order for your mobile home to qualify, it must be the service member's primary residence. To obtain the exemption, the service member can submit their latest Leave & Earnings Statement to the Auditor's office or complete a Military Exemption Application and submit it to the Auditor's office. I still have title to my vehicle but I turned the tag in to the DMV and cancelled the insurance. Do I still owe property tax? If you still own the vehicle (tagged or untagged) you are required to pay property tax. If you choose not to pay the tax when due we may, by state law, charge you up to three years of back taxes when you retag the vehicle. I've turned my tag in to the DMV and it had not expired. Can I get a refund on the tax I have already paid? If you sold the vehicle, turned the tag in to the DMV and it had not expired you may be entitled to a partial refund. Contact the Auditor's office for more information. I sold the vehicle that you sent me a tax notice on. What do I need to do? Please contact our office and we will need to remove the charge from our records. If you sold the vehicle and transferred the tag to another vehicle, taxes will be due on the vehicle that the license plate is on when the plate is ready for renewal. When are vehicle taxes due? Personal property taxes on vehicles must be paid before you can purchase or renew a license plate with the DMV. Taxes are due throughout the year on a staggered monthly schedule. The month you register your vehicle will also be the renewal month the following year. As long as all information is correct with the DMV, a renewal notice will be mailed to you from the County in which you reside. When moving to South Carolina, you have 45 days to register your vehicle. What is the assessment ratio on vehicles? An amendment to the South Carolina Constitution, Article X, Section 1(8)(B)(1) reduced the assessment ratio on personal motor vehicles including motorcycles from 10.5% to 6% over six years beginning with the 2002 tax year. The 6% ratio was applied in the 2007 tax year. The reduced assessment ratio only applies to personal automobiles, lightweight trucks and personal motorcycles. The laws were changed in 2006, to amend the gross vehicle weight to 11,000 lbs. or less and the net vehicle weight to 9,000 lbs. or less. Any vehicle listed in a business name is taxed at a 10.5% ratio. All medium and heavy trucks classified by the manufacturer are valued at 10.5%. How do I figure out how much my taxes will be on a new vehicle I am purchasing? We have a manual provided to us by the SC Department of Revenue that shows the value of most all vehicles. When an assessed value is not available in the DOR vehicle manual, we use other nationally recognized sources. We can give you an estimate from our manual by phone, fax, or e-mail. You must be able to provide us with the Vehicle Identification Number, Year, Make, Model and your Greenwood County address in order for us to give an accurate estimate. If you want to figure an estimated amount yourself, take the market value (before any rebates, allowances, or trade ins) and multiply that by 6% if the vehicle will be in your personal name or by 10.5% if the vehicle will be in a business name or is over 11,000 lbs gross vehicle weight. After you have done that, you will multiply your answer by the tax rate of the district you live in. We can give you the tax rate if you will tell us what your address is or you can find the tax rate on any of your tax bills for the current year. If you need an exact amount, you will need to fax, email, or come in and bring a title or bill of sale. How do I know if my vehicle qualifies for a high mileage discount? We have a chart provided to us by the SC Department of Revenue for mileage adjustments. You can call, fax or email our office and give us your mileage and year of your vehicle to find out if you are eligible. The high mileage chart for the current year can also be found on our website. Can I get a reduction of my vehicle taxes? You can apply for high mileage on your vehicle by completing the form on this website and emailing it or faxing the specific odometer reading to us along with your tax notice. We will then compare with our SC Department of Revenue guidelines and determine if you qualify and reply by fax, email or when you come into our office. Please note that you must apply for high mileage before paying your vehicle tax and prior to the end of the month in which your property tax is due. The Auditor's office reserves the right to check any odometer reading to verify. You must reapply for this discount annually. You may also apply in person in the Auditor's office or by mailing in the completed form on the bottom of your tax notice. Does your office accept credit cards? No. Can I pick up my check? No, all payments must be mailed. I know a payment has been made but I have not received my check. What do I do? A stop payment may be placed on a check. You may fill out a form at the Child Support Office, Room 103, Greenwood, South Carolina 29646 the inside payment window at or you may mail the request and information to Child Support Attn: Betty Jo Ouzts. Once the form has been filled out or the request mailed you must return it to the Child Support Office for reissue. How can I find out if a payment has been made? You may come and check in person. We are unable to give out information over the telephone due to security reasons. How do I get a payment history of my account? You may come into the office and to the payment window to request it. There is a .25 charge for each page of payments. How do I change my address and/or name? You may come into the office and fill out a form at the payment window or mail to Family Court, Room 103, Greenwood, South Carolina 29646 or fax the information to our office @ (864) 943-2640. We will need a copy of your picture ID. When will I receive my payments? After a payment is posted, the payment to the custodial parent is mailed the next working day.

The Greenwood City/County Planning Department is a multi-jurisdictional planning organization serving Greenwood County, the City of Greenwood, the Towns of Ninety Six, Troy, and Ware Shoals. The Department's function includes comprehensive planning, long-range planning, development review, subdivision review, land use management, census coordination, and other special projects. City/County Planning View More Greenwood County Airport Annex 1025 Deadfall Road Greenwood, SC 29649 Hours: 7:45 -5:30 Monday-Thursday, Closed Friday Eric Vinson Interim Planning Director email: evinson@greenwoodsc.gov Phone: (864) 942-8636 For General Assistance: planning-dept@greenwoodsc.gov The American Planning Association has designated Uptown Greenwood as a Great Place In America . The Greenwood City/County Planning Department is a multi-jurisdictional planning organization serving Greenwood County, the City of Greenwood, the Towns of Ninety Six, Troy, and Ware Shoals. The Department's function includes comprehensive planning, long-range planning, development review, subdivision review, land use management, census coordination, and other special projects. The Department provides professional expertise to the Joint City/County Planning Commission, the Joint City/County Board of Zoning Appeals, and the City of Greenwood Board of Architectural Review. For an appointment with the Planning Department Director or Planners, please contact the following number (864) 942-8636 . Our Mission The Mission of the Greenwood City/County Planning Department is to develop a vision for the future growth and development of the communities we serve by: Utilizing planning principals that promote rational, economical, and environmentally efficient use of land. Developing, fostering, and implementing a long-range plan for the built environment through the Comprehensive Plan. Focusing on economic vitality, environmental integrity, and development design quality through the highest quality master plans, plan implementation, and development review that is complementary to the community's growth pattern. Providing professional advice and technical expertise to elected officials, appointed boards and commissions, city and county departments, and citizens to assist in understanding and addressing key community issues and priorities. Providing high-quality, effective, professional planning services to property owners and the development community with enduring respect of the public trust. Making Your Comments Rezonings, variances, and certain other development-related requests are considered at public hearings before various boards, and commission or the Council itself. The most effective way to express your opinion about one of these items is to appear in person at the public hearing. After the introduction of the item, the person chairing the meeting will open the public hearing and specifically ask for comments on that item. You will be asked to give your name and address, and will usually be asked to limit your remarks to five minutes. When a group of individuals share a concern, it is preferable to have a spokesperson for the group. Such a group spokesperson will generally be given a greater amount of time to speak. If you cannot attend the public hearing, you may send a letter with your concerns. Letters should be addressed to the attention of the body considering the request, in care of the Planning Department at 528 Monument Street, Room B-01, Greenwood, SC 29646, and should reference the case number or provide other description of the project under review. Your letter will be forwarded to the members of the body that will hold the public hearing and will be placed in the project file. Letters are not routinely read aloud at the public hearing. While staff members are available to answer your questions regarding the agenda item, they cannot forward any verbal concerns to the public hearing body. All comments must be made in person at the public hearing or in writing. If you have a disability that requires any special materials, services, or assistance, please contact our office at (864) 942-8636 so that appropriate accommodations may be arranged. Quick Links Board of Architectural Review Board of Zoning Appeals . . Agendas and Minutes . . Members Documents Greenwood City/County Comprehensive Plan 2035 Historic Resources How to Record a New Survey Inquiries & Information Lake Greenwood Master Plan Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan Permitting a New Building Planning Commission . . Agendas and Minutes . . Members Contact Us Ending: Ending: Ending: Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News Greenwood City/County Comprehensive Plan 2035 The Greenwood City/County Comprehensive Plan is an integrated and internally consistent statement of Greenwood County's policies for future growth and development as well as those of the incorporated communities within the County. The Comprehensive Plan is developed within the authority and mandates of the South Carolina Comprehensive Planning Enabling Act of 1994. The Plan addresses the required process and elements provided by the South Carolina Code of Laws, Article 3, Section 6-29-510, within the context of local conditions. The document is comprised of elements, presented as chapters, which address the specific trends and concerns for each issue area. Upon adoption of the Plan, each local government in Greenwood County assumes the responsibility for implementation, updates, and communication with citizens and agencies regarding the Plan's policies. Comprehensive Plan 2035 Video Lake Greenwood Master Plan The Lake Greenwood Master Plan is an initiative between Greenwood and Laurens Counties to provide a cooperative vision for the future of Lake Greenwood. In working with various partners such as Connect Lake Greenwood and Preserving Lake Greenwood, many of the goals within the plan have been implemented. Within the first three years, 14 projects have been completed with even more planned in the near future. Lake Greenwood Master Plan 2018 Video Update Historic Resources Greenwood County was formed in 1897 from portions of Abbeville and Edgefield counties, which had originally been part of the old Ninety-Six District. The name Greenwood comes from a plantation of that same name, owned by John McGehee, dating back to 1824. The arrival of the railroad in 1852 stimulated agriculture production and textile manufacturing in our area, spurring a period of rapid growth and development beginning around 1890. Today, Greenwood County takes great pride in preserving its unique history. Greenwood is a Certified Local Government , which in partnership with the National Park Service helps to facilitate local preservation funding, training and education. Greenwood also has local ordinances to help preserve its most historic areas. Any exterior changes made to properties in these districts must first receive a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Board of Architectural Review. Historic Overlay Districts Uptown Greenwood Overlay District Standards Map Proposed Uptown Greenwood Overlay Amendments, 2020 Old Greenwood Village Historic Overlay District Standards Map Certificate of Appropriateness Application Historic Tax Credits Bailey Bill Historic Resources Inventory - National Register Listings Old Greenwood Cemetery Sunnyside Magnolia Cemetery Vance-Maxwell House Laura Lander Hall Mt. Pisgah AME Church Old Greenwood Village Inventory Uptown Greenwood Inventory Permitting a New Building Contact Planning Department Allowable Uses in Zoning Districts Re-zoning Application 864-942-8765 Sign Permit 864-942-8631 Temporary Sign Permit 864-942-8631 Code Clearance 864-942-8631 BZA Variance Form 864-942-8631 Contact Building Department Building Permit 864-942-8424 Certificate of Occupancy 864-942-8424 City Business License 864-942-8419 Online Permits & Applications Contact Engineering Department Storm water Review 864-942-8639 Flood Permit 864-942-8639 Possible Permits Needed Erosion Control, contact DHEC @ 864-942-3600 PERC Test, contact DHEC @ 864-942-3600 Planning Commission The Joint Planning Commission of Greenwood County is the local body that makes recommendations concerning the physical, social, and economic growth, development and redevelopment of the community. By South Carolina Code, the local planning commission has the responsibility to prepare and periodically revise plans and programs for development and redevelopment. Specifically, the Joint Planning Commission prepares and recommends for adoption by the appropriate governing body: Zoning ordinances including maps and amendments. Regulations for the subdivision or development of land and amendments and to oversee the administration of these regulations. An official map and amendments showing the exact location of existing or proposed public streets, highways, and utility rights-of-way, and public building sites, together with regulations to control the erection of buildings or other structures or changes in land use. A landscaping ordinance setting forth required planting, tree preservation, and other aesthetic considerations for land and structures. A capital improvements program setting forth projects required to implement plans, including an annual listing of priority projects for consideration by the governmental bodies responsible prior to the preparation of the capital budget. Policies and procedures to facilitate implementation of planning elements. The Planning Commission is made up of 15 members who are appointed by the various local governments: 7 appointments from Greenwood County, 5 appointments from the City of Greenwood, and 1 appointment each from the Towns of Ninety Six, Troy, and Ware Shoals. These appointments are based on the population distribution throughout the County. The Planning Commission holds regular meetings on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers of the Greenwood County Courthouse in accordance with a schedule that is approved at the beginning of the year. The Planning Commission meetings include public hearings on various items on the agenda . These items typically require public notification in a local newspaper, posting of signs on the subject property, and written notification to adjacent property owners. Long-range planning items and rezoning requests are reviewed by the Planning Commission and a recommendation is made to the appropriate county, city, or town council. The county, city, or town council reviews the requests with the Planning Commission recommendation and may either approve the item after two or three readings (dependent upon the jurisdiction), amend the item, deny the request, or table the item for further information or study. Preliminary and final development reviews and variances to the Land Development Regulations are reviewed by the Planning Commission without a public hearing. Once the Planning Commission makes a decision on these items, it is approved or denied and does not go through the county, city, or town councils. Planning Commission Members Greenwood City/County Joint Planning Commission Term of Office : Staggered Terms Authority : Membership : Appointed by Councils Responsibilities : Long-Range Growth and Development of the County Meeting Schedule : Fourth Tuesday of each month 5:30 pm Veterans Auditorium of the Greenwood County Library Staff Liaison : Tracey Goldman-Busbee Agendas And Minutes Appointed By Member Term City of Greenwood Vacant City of Greenwood Marvin Hughes Nov 1, 2024 City of Greenwood Tiffany Goodman-Stevens Nov 1, 2024 City of Greenwood Toya Davis Nov 1, 2024 City of Greenwood James Jones Nov 1, 2023 Greenwood County - At-Large Jim Medford Nov 1, 2023 Greenwood County - District 1 Christine Martin Nov 1, 2025 Greenwood County - District 2 Lynn Brooks Nov 1, 2024 Greenwood County - District 3 Vacant Greenwood County - District 4 Nick Annesse Jan 1, 2026 Greenwood County - District 5 Sloan Griffin Nov 1, 2023 Greenwood County - District 6 Troy Fields Nov 1, 2023 Greenwood County - District 7 Chip Tinsley (Vice-Chair) Nov 1, 2024 Town of Ninety Six Loretta Rohlinger Nov 1, 2024 Town of Ware Shoals John Lake (Chair) Jan 1, 2023 Board of Zoning Appeals The Joint Board of Zoning Appeals for Greenwood County is the local body that considers and makes decisions concerning: Appeals where it is alleged there is an error in an order, requirement, decision, or determination made by the staff in the enforcement of the zoning ordinance. Appeals for variance from the requirements of the zoning ordinance when strict application of the provisions of the ordinance would result in unnecessary hardship. Special exceptions as allowed within the zoning ordinance. The Board may grant a variance in an individual case of unnecessary hardship if the Board finds: There are extraordinary and exceptional conditions pertaining to the particular piece of property. These conditions do not generally apply to other property in the vicinity. Because of these conditions, the application of the ordinance to the particular piece of property would effectively prohibit or unreasonably restrict the utilization of the property. The authorization of the variance will not be of substantial detriment to adjacent property or to the public good, and the character of the district will not be harmed by the granting of the variance. The Board of Zoning Appeals is made up of 9 members who are appointed by the various local governments: 4 from Greenwood County, 2 from the City of Greenwood, and 1 each from the Towns of Ninety Six, Troy, and Ware Shoals. These appointments are based on the population distribution throughout the County. The Board of Zoning Appeals holds regular meetings on the first Monday of every month at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers of the Greenwood County Courthouse in accordance with a schedule that is approved at the beginning of the year. The Board of Zoning Appeals meetings include public hearings on all items on its agenda. These requests require public notification in a local newspaper, posting of signs on the subject property, and written notification to adjacent property owners. The Board is the final review authority for variances to the zoning ordinance; Board of Zoning Appeals items do not go before county, city, or town councils. Appeals of the Board's decisions may by made to Circuit Court within 30 days of receipt of notification to the applicant of the decision of the Board. Board of Zoning Appeals Members Greenwood City/County Board of Zoning Appeals Term of Office : 3 years, staggered Authority : Membership : Appointed by Council Responsibilities : Review of Appeals to the County, City or Town Zoning Ordinances Meeting Schedule : First Monday of each month in Veterans Auditorium of the Greenwood County Library at 5:30 PM Staff Liaison : Tracey Goldman-Busbee Agendas And Minutes Appointed By Member Term Steve Turner Tina Escalona (Vice-Chair) Richardson Thomason (Chair) Steve Coleman Annette Marchelle Tomkins-Bryant Oliver T. McCray DeWanda Sayles

Greenwood County operates a Municipal Solid Waste Landfill designed to meet current SCDHEC regulations. The landfill currently receives approximately 280 tons of municipal solid waste per day. The county also operates a Construction, Demolition, and Land Clearing Debris landfill. Construction type waste meeting regulatory guidelines is disposed of in the landfill. The county also accepts waste tires at its landfill. Solid Waste Disposal View More Solid Waste Disposal 1115 Siloam Church Road Greenwood, SC 29646 Landfill Hours: 7:00-4:00 Monday-Friday, 8:00-noon Saturday John Callas , Superintendent- Solid Waste Disposal Phone: (864) 942-8712 Functions Greenwood County operates a Municipal Solid Waste Landfill designed to meet current SCDHEC regulations. The landfill currently receives approximately 280 tons of municipal solid waste per day. The county also operates a Construction, Demolition, and Land Clearing Debris landfill. Construction type waste meeting regulatory guidelines is disposed of in the landfill. The county also accepts waste tires at its landfill. The tires are sent to a waste tire processing facility where they are processed and chipped to create an environmentally friendly material. Scrap metal and used appliances are also received and sold for recycling. Greenwood County also operates nine Convenience Centers strategically located throughout the County for the disposal of household garbage and recycling. Responsibilities Operation of a MSW Landfill for disposal of municipal solid waste Operation of a Construction, Demolition, and Land Clearing Debris Landfill Processing of scrap metal and white goods for recycling Processing of waste tires for delivery to a waste tire recycler Documentation of all wastes that enter and exit the landfill Billing of landfill accounts Performs regulatory monitoring of groundwater under landfill regulations Performs regulatory monitoring of methane generation under landfill regulations This Office Does Not : Provide residential or commercial garbage collection services Provide removal of dead animals on private property Provide collection of yard waste within the city limits of Greenwood, Ninety Six or Ware Shoals All E-waste (computers, monitors, printers, etc.) can be taken to ALL Convenience Centers. Quick Links Public Works . . Fleet Garage . . Leaf and Limb Litter Prevention . . Recycling . . Road Maintenance . . Solid Waste Collection . . Solid Waste Disposal Calendar for Closings/Holidays/Events Convenience Centers Interactive Map Convenience Center Locations and Hours Convenience Site Policies County Landfill Rates Pay Landfill Fees e-Waste Ban Spotlight Facilities Closings Forms and Documents Recycling Truck Video Recycling Guidelines Brochure Contact Us From: From: From: Events State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill 4/20/26, 10:15 PM State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation 3/17/26, 2:00 PM Stonecrest Farm Rail Site Receives CSX Select Site Designation Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads 3/5/26, 4:00 PM Greenwood County Announces Retirement of Two Department Heads News