Landscaping Rules in Cabarrus County, NC (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Cabarrus County, North Carolina.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Cabarrus County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Composting
Cabarrus County's only composting standard sits inside its backyard chicken-keeping rule: if a keeper composts chicken waste on site, the compost storage area must clear 25 feet from every property line and 50 feet from any stream.
Cabarrus County Backyard Composting Setback Rule
Some RestrictionsCabarrus County Code of Ordinances § 7-3, Item 2-B(e)
e. Waste products generated from the raising of chickens shall be disposed of properly. If on-site composting is performed, compost storage areas shall be located a minimum of 25' from any property line and 50' from any stream. (**See below for additional composting information.) If on-site composting is not used, all chicken related waste must be double bagged before being placed in on-site ro...
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