Resources
For Business
Owners
Main Street Hartsville is committed to helping local businesses grow and thrive in our Main Street district.
Whether you're opening a new storefront or enhancing an existing one, we and the City of Hartsville offer a range of grants, incentives, and support tools to guide your success.
Explore the programs and links below to find the resources that best support your small business.
Downtown Beautification Grant Program
The Beautification Grant Program supports smaller-scale exterior improvements that enhance the visual appeal of downtown Hartsville. Sponsored by the Parking, Beautification, and Business Improvement Commission, the Downtown Beautification Grant Program will reimburse project costs up to a maximum of $500.
Grants will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until all available funding for the current fiscal year has been committed. Individuals and business owners who wish to be considered for a grant must complete and submit a formal application.
Typical projects include:
Exterior building improvements (cosmetic/structural), signage, lighting, and outdoor furniture that are visible from a public street, alley, sidewalk, or parking area
Landscaping or planter installations
Fees for architects, engineers, or other design consultants
For more information, including a full list of guidelines and an application, email the Main Street Manager at matthew.winburn@hartsvillesc.gov
Bailey Bill Incentive Program
The Bailey Bill is a historic preservation incentive used by the City of Hartsville to encourage the restoration of designated historic properties. Property taxes are frozen at pre-improvement values for a specified number of years, helping to offset renovation costs while preserving the downtown character.
This economic development tool benefits property owners looking to invest in downtown Hartsville’s historic buildings.
Helpful Documents & Business Tools
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COMING SOON - New Business Guide
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City of Hartsville Development Incentives
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Greater Hartsville Chamber of Commerce
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MASC Economic Incentives Toolkit
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New Business Assistant Guide
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South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
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South Carolina Department of Commerce – Business Services
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WeShopSC
Additional Small Business Development Services
Main Street Hartsville provides guidance and personalized support to help your business thrive.
Areas of assistance include:
Social media and digital marketing training
Business development and expansion planning
Networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs and community leaders
Downtown businesses benefit from frequent marketing opportunities, including:
Feature on Main Street Hartsville’s website and social media platforms
Participation in community-wide events hosted by the City of Hartsville, Main Street Hartsville, and the Tourism Department
Inclusion in seasonal campaigns and collaborative promotions