Landscaping Rules in Franklin County, NC (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Franklin County, North Carolina.
Verified from official government sources
Water Restrictions
Unincorporated Franklin County limits outdoor watering to an odd/even-address schedule and set hours under Code § 34-128. Direct watering of pavement and vehicle or surface washing outside weekends is also restricted, with fines for repeat violations.
Franklin County Watering-Day Schedule
Some RestrictionsFranklin County Code § 34-128(b)
(b)Outdoor water uses. Irrigation water must be applied slowly to achieve deep penetration and prevent water runoff. Direct watering of impervious surfaces such as streets, parking lots, driveways and sidewalks is prohibited.(1)Automatic spray irrigation and nonautomatic spray irrigation systems. Watering by spray irrigation systems shall be permitted between 12:00 midnight and 10:00 a.m.a.Prop...
Native Plants
Franklin County's landscaping standards encourage using plant material compatible with what already grows on and around the site, specifically pushing native plants, and flatly ban synthetic plants from counting toward any required landscaping. The rule applies wherever a tree or landscape plan is required.
Franklin County Encourages Native Landscaping
Light RestrictionsFranklin County Unified Development Code § 6.5.3(A)(5)
5.Where new landscape materials are to be installed, the type of material used should be compatible with plant materials existing on the property and on adjoining properties. Use of native plant materials is encouraged. No synthetic plants should be used to satisfy the requirements.
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