The City of Seneca accepts LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS TAX GRANT Applications for the use of the Local Accommodations Tax monies. The City of Seneca has approximately $10,000 available for distribution. These funds are available for tourism, related projects, programs, events and promotions. Applicants must propose to use funds for the promotion of tourism in Seneca.

Please see below for more information about Section 6-1-530 and 6-1-730 of the State Laws of South Carolina:

Per sections 6-1-530 and 6-1-730 of the State Laws of South Carolina, the revenues from the hospitality and accommodations taxes may only be used for the following:
1. Tourism-related buildings, including, but not limited to, civic centers, coliseums, and
aquariums;
2. Tourism-related cultural, recreational, or historic facilities;
3. Beach access, renourishment, or other tourism-related land and water· access;
4. Highways, roads, streets, and bridges providing access to tourist destinations;
5. Advertisements and promotions related to tourism development; or
6. Water and sewer infrastructure to serve tourism-related demand.

Applications are available on the city’s website (see link below). Applications are also available at the Seneca City Hall located at 221 E N 1st Street, Seneca, SC 29678. Applications may be e-mailed to chall@seneca.sc.us or mailed to Seneca City Hall, P O Box 4773, Seneca, SC 29679. The deadlines for turning in LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS TAX Grant Applications are as follows:

• Wednesday, May 20, 2020 (Wednesday before Memorial Weekend) by 5:00 pm
• Wednesday, November 25, 2020 (Wednesday before Thanksgiving) by 5:00 pm

Please Note: Grant applications are due by 5:00 pm.

Seneca City Hall hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Please call 864-885-2700 if you have any questions.