Landscaping Rules in Rowan County, NC (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Rowan County, North Carolina.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Rowan County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Artificial Turf
Rowan County's zoning code excludes artificial turf from the definition of 'built-upon area' under Section 21-4, so a properly installed lawn of synthetic turf does not count against the impervious-surface limits that apply to development in the county's water supply watershed districts, provided the turf lets water pass through its backing.
Artificial Turf in Unincorporated Rowan County Yards
Light RestrictionsRowan County Code § 21-4
Built-upon area means that portion of a development project that is covered by impervious or partially impervious cover, including buildings, pavement, gravel areas (e.g. roads, parking lots, and paths), recreation facilities (e.g. tennis courts), etc. This does not include: ... (6)Artificial turf, manufactured to allow water to drain through the backing of the turf, and installed according to ...
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