5 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.
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Trash and recycling carts must be stored behind the front building line of the home between collections. Charlotte Code Chapter 10 and Mecklenburg County property maintenance standards prohibit carts visibly stored in front yards or driveways visible from the street.
Mecklenburg County and Charlotte enforce minimum housing and nuisance ordinances targeting blighted properties. Charlotte Code Chapter 11 Minimum Housing Code authorizes demolition of unfit structures and civil penalties up to $500 per day.
Vacant lots in Mecklenburg County must be maintained free of overgrown vegetation (grass above 12 inches), debris, and standing water. Charlotte Code §10-201 authorizes city abatement with costs assessed against the property owner.
Mecklenburg County has no ordinance requiring residents to clear snow or ice from public sidewalks. Charlotte encourages voluntary clearing and treats property owners as not liable for natural accumulations under North Carolina common law.
Mecklenburg County and Charlotte permit garage sales without a permit, limited to a small number of sales per year and daytime hours. Charlotte Code §6-172 allows up to 4 garage sales per calendar year per household.
4 cities in Mecklenburg County have their own property maintenance rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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