Unincorporated Mecklenburg County limits households to a combined total of 5 dogs and cats over 4 months old without a kennel permit. Kennel licenses require a 500 dollar annual fee and zoning review for lots under 1 acre.
Rescue organizations may apply for a foster home permit allowing additional animals. All pets over 4 months must be rabies-vaccinated per NCGS 130A-185 and licensed with Mecklenburg County Animal Care and Control. License fees are 10 dollars for spayed/neutered and 40 dollars for intact animals. Contact Mecklenburg County at (704) 336-7600 for enforcement.
Exceeding pet limits without permit: 100 dollars per animal over limit. Unlicensed pets: 50 dollars per animal plus back fees.
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