North Myrtle Beach Phone Directory

North Myrtle Beach is a coastal city in Horry County, South Carolina. It sits north of Myrtle Beach along the Grand Strand. The city has a population near 17,000. North Myrtle Beach runs its own police force, fire rescue, and municipal court. City Hall is at 1018 2nd Avenue South. The main phone line is (843) 280-5555. This phone directory lists key numbers for local services, courts, and public records offices. Below you will find direct lines, office hours, and links to online tools run by the City of North Myrtle Beach.

North Myrtle Beach Police Contacts

The North Myrtle Beach Department of Public Safety handles law enforcement for the city. Chief Dana Crowell leads the force. The main office is at 1015 2nd Avenue South. For non-emergency calls, dial (843) 280-5511. Always call 911 for crimes in progress or threats to life.

Staff can help with incident reports, case status checks, and general questions. The office is open from 8 AM to 5 PM on weekdays. Walk-ins are welcome during those hours. Phone calls go through the same window.

The police handle patrol, traffic stops, and criminal cases within city limits. Horry County Sheriff's Office covers areas outside the city. If you are not sure which agency to call, start with (843) 280-5511. They can route you to the right place.

Note: The Department of Public Safety also oversees fire rescue. Fire-related calls go through 911. For non-urgent fire questions, call the same main line at (843) 280-5511 and ask for the fire division.

Municipal Court Phone Directory

The North Myrtle Beach Municipal Court handles city-level cases. These include traffic tickets, local code violations, and minor offenses. The court is at 1015 2nd Avenue South. It shares a building with the police department.

Call (843) 280-5520 to reach the court clerk. Staff can help with case dates, fines, and payment plans. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

You can pay fines online or in person. The city website has a payment portal for tickets and court fees. Cash, checks, and credit cards are accepted at the office. If you need to contest a ticket, call the clerk first. They will tell you the court date and what to bring.

County-level cases do not go through this court. Those are handled by the Horry County court system in Conway. The South Carolina Judicial Branch website lists all courts in the state by county.

North Myrtle Beach City Hall Numbers

City Hall is the hub for most city business. It sits at 1018 2nd Avenue South. The main line is (843) 280-5555. Hours are 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. You can reach most city departments through this number.

Key department lines include:

• Personnel: (843) 280-5575
• City Clerk: (843) 280-5604
• Building Division: (843) 280-5560
• Planning Division: (843) 280-5566
• Water and Sewer: (843) 280-5550

The City Clerk handles public records, meeting minutes, and city documents. Allison Galbreath serves as City Clerk. Her direct line is (843) 280-5604. For building permits, call the Building Division. Plan reviews, code enforcement, and inspections all go through that office.

Note: Water and sewer billing questions go to (843) 280-5550, option 2. The fax line for billing is (843) 280-5553. You can also visit City Hall in person to handle most utility account issues.

Public Records in North Myrtle Beach

South Carolina's Freedom of Information Act gives the public a right to view government records. North Myrtle Beach follows this law. You can file a FOIA request to get records not posted online. The city must respond within 10 business days.

The City Clerk's office handles FOIA requests. You can submit them in person, by mail, by fax, or through the online portal. The North Myrtle Beach JustFOIA portal is the fastest option. It lets you track your request and get updates by email.

Hand-deliver or mail your form to the City Clerk at 1018 2nd Avenue South, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582. The fax number is (843) 280-5635. Staff review each request and gather the records you asked for. Some take just a few days. Others need the full 10-day window.

Under S.C. Code Title 30, Chapter 4, certain records are exempt. Active criminal cases, juvenile files, and some personnel details may be withheld. The city must cite the specific exemption in writing if it denies your request.

Horry County Register of Deeds

Property records for North Myrtle Beach are filed with the Horry County Register of Deeds. This office is in Conway, the county seat. It handles deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats for all of Horry County.

You can search land records online through the Horry County website. The search tool is free. It covers deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents. For copies, you may need to visit the office or call (843) 915-5430 to arrange them by mail.

Note: The Register of Deeds is a county office, not a city one. North Myrtle Beach does not maintain its own deed records. All property filings go through Conway.

Phone Directory for Horry County Offices

Several county offices serve North Myrtle Beach residents. These are based in Conway but cover the whole county. The main Horry County line is (843) 915-5000. The Clerk of Court can be reached at (843) 915-5080.

The Clerk of Court handles civil and criminal case filings at the county level. This is different from the municipal court in North Myrtle Beach. County court cases include felonies, civil suits, and family court matters. The clerk's office is at 1301 Second Avenue in Conway.

Horry County also runs a tax assessor, treasurer, and probate court. Each has its own line. For a full list of county contacts, visit the Horry County phone directory page on this site.

Using This Phone Directory

Having the right number saves time. North Myrtle Beach city offices each serve a different role. Calling the wrong one means a transfer or a callback. Use this guide to find the exact line you need.

For police matters that are not emergencies, call (843) 280-5511. This works for noise complaints, theft reports, and general questions. Do not use this line for crimes in progress. Dial 911 for those.

For court cases, call (843) 280-5520. The clerk can look up your case by name or ticket number. Have that info ready when you call. It speeds up the process.

For city services like water, permits, or zoning, call City Hall at (843) 280-5555. Staff can route you to the right department. Or use the direct lines listed above to skip the switchboard.

North Myrtle Beach sees heavy tourism from May through September. Call volumes rise during those months. Try calling early in the morning for shorter wait times. Midweek tends to be less busy than Monday or Friday.

Horry County Phone Directory

North Myrtle Beach is part of Horry County. The county runs its own courts, sheriff's office, and tax offices separate from the city. For county-level contacts, phone numbers, and records, visit the Horry County page. It covers the full range of county services.

View Horry County Phone Directory

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