4 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.
Verified from official government sources
Pre-1978 residential properties in Mecklenburg County are subject to federal Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP) enforced by NC DHHS Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. Certified firm required for any disturbance over 6 sq ft interior or 20 sq ft exterior.
Elevators in Mecklenburg County are inspected and certified annually by the NC Department of Labor Elevator and Amusement Device Bureau under NCGS 95-110.3. Residential elevators in private homes are exempt but must meet ASME A17.1 on installation.
Scaffold erection in Mecklenburg County follows NC State Building Code (OSHA-aligned) with inspection by Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement. Commercial scaffolds over 10 ft require engineered plans and permits; residential short-term scaffolds typically exempt if under 125 sq ft platform and under 30 days.
Mecklenburg County enforces pest control through the Minimum Housing Code and NC Department of Agriculture Structural Pest Control regulations. Property owners must eliminate rodent harborage, and commercial pest control applicators must be licensed under NCGS 106-65.24.
4 cities in Mecklenburg County have their own building safety rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
9 verified rules • Childcare Center Rules, Door Locking Hardware
4 verified rules • Elevator Maintenance, Lead Paint
4 verified rules • Elevator Maintenance, Lead Paint
4 verified rules • Elevator Maintenance, Lead Paint
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