South Hill Volunteer Fire Department

114 N. Brunswick Avenue
South Hill, VA 23970
(434) 447-8227

Organized in 1934, the South Hill Volunteer Fire Department has 37 active firefighters and 10 vehicles. These vehicles include Tankers, Pumpers (including foam), a 100’ Aerial Scope, HAZMAT unit, support vehicle with cascade system, and command vehicle.

The SHVFD is a charter member of the Southside Virginia Volunteer Firefighters Association. In the last 31 years, the South Hill Volunteer Fire Department has been awarded the trophy as Best All-Around Fire Department for 26 of those years in regional competition. They have a fire insurance rating of class 4/4y.

Southside Rescue Squad

(434) 447-5038
DIAL 911 FOR EMERGENCIES

The Southside Rescue Squad has 42 members, serving 355 square miles and a population of 10,000 people. It was the first Rescue Squad in Virginia to be accredited to teach EMT and paramedic classes.

The Squad provides advanced life support emergency medical care and transport to VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital. Critical care transfer is also provided to the local helipad for transport to VCU Medical Center in Richmond, Duke University Hospital in Durham, and UNC Health Care facilities based in Chapel Hill.

Police Protection

24-hour police protection is provided by the South Hill Police Department, Virginia State Police, and Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office.

South Hill Police Department
(434) 447-3104
DIAL 911 FOR EMERGENCIES
103 S. Brunswick Avenue
South Hill, VA 23970
shpd@southhillpd.com

Visit the South Hill Police Department's dedicated website section.

Virginia State Police Department Area 22 Office
(434) 447-4121
DIAL 911 FOR EMERGENCIES
Mailing: P.O. Box 299
Physical: 1233 N. Mecklenburg Avenue
South Hill, VA 23970

Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office
(434) 738-6171 / Toll Free: (888) 624-2207  
Mailing: P.O. Box 390
Physical: 911 Madison Street
Boydton, VA  23917
deborah.clark@mcsova.us

The following forms are available for completion online:

Clicking the form title will open it in a new window. If you need help with a form, call the Town Hall at (434) 447-3191.

Our Downloads section also has a number of forms and documents available for download.

• Farmers Market Application and Rules and Regulations
• Forms & Applications  Automatic Draft Form for Utility Bills, Business License Application, Centennial Park Event Reservation Request Form, Cigarette Tax Stamps and Distributors Forms, and others
• Maps including Enterprise Zone, Airports, Major Highways, Ports, Rail, South Hill Chamber Map, and the South Hill Zoning Map
• Plans, Reports, & Documents such as Incentives, our Comprehensive Plan, and FOIA
• Town Council Adopted Budget and Rate Summary, meeting agenda, and minutes
• All Downloads Browse all of the files available for download.

Information regarding licenses, permits, applications and forms can also be obtained by calling the Town Hall at (434) 447-3191.  Forms can be printed out, filled in and mailed or faxed to the Town Hall, or may be presented in person [Fax (434) 447-5064].

All new construction, renovations, or additions to existing structures require a building permit.

All businesses (except contractors and peddlers) must have a definite place of business (can be their residence) within the corporate limits of South Hill to be issued a business license. If they are not located within South Hill, a license cannot be obtained.  The fee varies upon type of business.

A permit for yard sales is required (no fee and only four per year).  They may only be held on residential property.

Town offices and facilities are closed, and some services may be curtailed, on the following holidays:

Whenever any of such days falls on Saturday, the Friday next preceding such day, or whenever any of such days falls on Sunday, the Monday next following such day, and any day so appointed by the Governor of the Commonwealth or the President of the United States, shall be a legal holiday as to the transaction of all business. Some facilities may experience reduced hours or early closings on the eve of a holiday. View the Town Calendar for more information.

R.T. Arnold Regional Library

The R. T. Arnold Library offers a variety of programs and services for citizens of all ages.  It also features an outdoor patio for lunch.

110 E. Danville Street
South Hill, VA  23970
(434) 447-8162
www.srlib.org

Churches

The Town of South Hill offers many opportunities for worship and fellowship.  Many different denominations, as well as non-denominational churches are in our area.