Corner lots in unincorporated Mecklenburg County must maintain a 25-foot by 25-foot sight triangle clear of fences, walls, or hedges exceeding 30 inches in height. Violations create traffic-hazard liability and are enforced by Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement.
Contact Mecklenburg County at (704) 336-7600 for enforcement. Contact Mecklenburg County at (704) 336-2842 for current ordinance details and enforcement procedures specific to your situation within unincorporated areas. This Mecklenburg County ordinance applies to unincorporated areas outside any incorporated municipality within the county. Residents inside cities, towns, villages, and boroughs are subject to their local municipal code, which may be stricter or may preempt the county rule entirely. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, penalty schedules, appeal processes, and any exemptions or grandfathering that may apply to your specific situation, contact Mecklenburg County at (704) 336-2842 or consult the county code library directly. Always verify with the county before relying on summary information, as ordinances are updated periodically and may change without notice.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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