Application & Permit
To continue to provide the critical functions of state government while protecting the health and safety of our employees and the public, we have modified and streamlined our processes. Currently applications and fees are being handled remotely.
To file a Retail Food Establishment application, download and complete an Application & Permit Document (DHEC 1769) and email it to your local Environmental Affairs Office. Please call or email before making an in person visit to our offices as access to offices is limited to protect the health of our staff and customers. Once your application has been received, office personnel will be in contact to confirm receipt of your application and to discuss payment options. We are no longer accepting cash payments. If you have any questions, please call your local Environmental Affairs Office for assistance.
| Tier | Initial Permit Fee |
Annual Inspection Fee |
Total Application Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0 - $250,000 | $100 | $100 | $200 |
| $250,001 - $500,000 | $100 | $150 | $250 |
| $500,001 - $750,000 | $100 | $200 | $300 |
| $750,001 - $1,000,000 | $100 | $250 | $350 |
| $1,000,001 - $1,250,000 | $100 | $300 | $400 |
| $1,250,001 - $1,500,000 | $100 | $350 | $450 |
| $1,500,001 - $1,750,000 | $100 | $400 | $500 |
| $1,750,001 and above | $100 | $450 | $550 |
- Restaurant Sample Application
- Shared Use Kitchen Sample Application
- Mobile Food Sample Application
- Application & Permit Document - DHEC 1769
Supplemental Forms & Applications
- Permit Amendment - DHEC 1716
- Event Authorization Application - DHEC 1717
- Application for Dairy or Manufactured Food Permit – DHEC 1752
- Application for Permit to Import Milk – DHEC 1765
- Application for Ice Vending Machine Registration – DHEC 1746
Special Process & Variance Forms
- Construction/Equipment Variance Request
- Special Process Request - General
- Special Process Request - Sushi Rice