Matthews UDO permits fences up to 4 feet in front yards and 6 feet in side and rear yards in residential districts, with taller fences requiring special approval.
The Matthews Unified Development Ordinance sets fence height limits based on location on the lot. Front yards (between primary structure and street) are limited to 4 feet. Side and rear yards typically allow up to 6 feet. On corner lots, fences within the sight triangle must comply with visibility rules (typically 3 feet max). Fences exceeding 6 feet or any fence in nonresidential districts may require additional review. Privacy and decorative styles are permitted subject to materials standards.
Zoning violation, removal order, civil penalty $100 to $500 per day.
Matthews, NC
Vehicle noise in Matthews is regulated under state law N.C.G.S. 20-128 requiring functional mufflers, plus local provisions prohibiting loud exhaust, revving...
Matthews, NC
Matthews enforces nighttime quiet hours from 11 PM to 7 AM on weekdays and 11 PM to 8 AM on weekends under the Town Code noise provisions, with plainly audib...
Matthews, NC
Matthews does not have a leaf-blower-specific ordinance; operation is governed by general noise and construction-hour restrictions in the Town Code.
Matthews, NC
Construction activity in Matthews is generally permitted 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday with Sunday restrictions, consistent with Mecklenburg County co...
Matthews, NC
Amplified music in Matthews requires special event permits when held outdoors in public spaces; residential amplified sound is subject to the plainly audible...
Matthews, NC
Aircraft noise in Matthews is governed exclusively by federal FAA regulations; local ordinances cannot regulate aircraft operations or altitudes.
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