A commercial building permit has been approved for a Five Guys restaurant at 1488 A W Wade Hampton Blvd in Greer, bringing the national quick-service burger chain to one of the city's busiest retail corridors. The City of Greer issued the permit on October 6, 2026, clearing the way for what appears to be an interior build-out of an existing commercial space.
What the Permits Show
Permit BC26-0170, classified as a commercial alteration, was approved after a plan review application (PRA26-0052) cleared on September 18, 2026. The permit covers the Five Guys location at 1488 A W Wade Hampton Blvd in Greer, within Greenville County. The suite-level address — denoted by the "A" unit designation — indicates the restaurant will occupy a portion of a multi-tenant commercial building rather than a standalone structure.
No contractor name or property owner is listed in the permit record, and no valuation figure is attached. However, the permit fees of nearly $1,200 referenced in connection with the project suggest a meaningful interior renovation, consistent with the type of kitchen and dining-area fit-out that a quick-service restaurant chain typically requires. The permit status is listed as approved, meaning construction work can proceed.
Why It Matters
The addition of a Five Guys franchise adds another national brand to the West Wade Hampton Boulevard corridor in Greer, which has experienced steady commercial growth in recent years as the city's population expands. Five Guys, known for its made-to-order burgers and fries, operates more than 1,700 locations across the United States and tends to target high-traffic retail areas. Its arrival on this stretch of Wade Hampton Boulevard puts it in proximity to other chain restaurants and retail outlets that have clustered along the road. For Greer, the permit reflects continued demand from national tenants looking to establish a presence in the fast-growing communities north of Greenville.