Livestock: Greensboro vs High Point
How do livestock rules compare between Greensboro, NC and High Point, NC?
Greensboro and High Point have similar restriction levels.
Greensboro, NC
Guilford County
Greensboro LDO Sec. 30-8-11.3 permits horses, cows, sheep, goats (not swine) as accessory use. One animal per 3,000 sq ft, 50 ft setback. Fencing required.
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Guilford County
Guilford County allows livestock in agricultural and rural residential zoning districts, not county-wide by right. Livestock and fowl must be kept on the owner's premises or under control, and cannot become a nuisance to neighbors.
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| Fact | Greensboro | High Point |
|---|---|---|
| Permitted | Horses, cows, sheep, goats | - |
| Prohibited | Swine | - |
| Density | 1 animal per 3,000 sq ft | - |
| Setback | 50 ft from property lines | - |
| Code Section | LDO Sec. 30-8-11.3(A) | - |
| Allowed in | - | Agricultural / rural districts |
| Head limit | - | None in Chapter 5 |
| Containment | - | Must stay on premises (5-9) |
| Setbacks | - | Per zoning district |
| Verify with | - | Planning & Development |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Greensboro FAQ
High Point FAQ
Can I keep a horse or goats on my lot?
Only if your zoning district permits livestock, which agricultural and rural residential districts generally do, often based on lot size. Check your parcel with Planning & Development.
What if my livestock get loose?
Section 5-9 requires owners to keep animals on their premises or under control; loose livestock may be impounded and the owner cited.
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