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High Point, NC Animal Ordinances: Beekeeping (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Registration
NC DACS apiary registration required
Water Source
Must be provided
Setbacks
Recommended from property lines
Nuisance
Must not disturb neighbors

Summary

Beekeeping in High Point is subject to city regulations and NC state apiary laws. Hives must be managed responsibly with adequate water sources and setbacks. The NC Department of Agriculture registers and inspects apiaries.

§ 106-635. Definitions. As used in this Article: (1) The term "apiary" means bees, comb, hives, appliances, or colonies, wherever they are kept, located, or found. (2) The term "bee(s)" means insects of the superfamily Apoidea; in particular, the honeybees, Apis mellifera (L). It includes all life stages of such insects, their genetic material, and dead remains. (3) The term "beeyard" means a location or site where bees are located in hives. (4) The term "Board" means the North Carolina Board of Agriculture. (5) The term "Brazilian or African bee" means bees of the subspecies Apis mellifera Adansonii and their progeny. (6) The term "colony" means one hive and its contents, including bees, comb, and appliances.

Source: High Point Code of OrdinancesView official code

Official source re-checked September 8, 2026: the cited page had not changed since it was quoted.

Full Breakdown

North Carolina requires all beekeepers to register with the NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Hives should be placed with adequate setbacks from property lines and have a water source. Bees must not create a nuisance. The city's nuisance ordinance may apply to poorly managed hives that affect neighbors.

Violations & Fines

Unregistered hives or hives that create a nuisance can result in enforcement actions and required removal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I keep bees in High Point?
Yes, with proper management. Register with the NC Department of Agriculture, provide water sources, and maintain hives to prevent nuisance conditions.
Do I need to register my beehives in High Point?
Yes, NC law requires all beekeepers to register their hives with the NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Sources & Official References

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