North Carolina law does not require neighbor consent to build a fence on your property. High Point property owners should ensure fences are placed on their own property. There is no mandatory fence cost-sharing law.
Under NC law, a property owner may build a fence on their property without neighbor approval. Fences should be placed entirely on the builder's property or on the agreed boundary line. Property line disputes may require a survey. NC does not have a mandatory fence cost-sharing statute. The finished side should face the neighbor.
Fences built on a neighbor's property may result in civil disputes requiring legal resolution.
High Point, NC
High Point addresses barking dogs under its animal control and public nuisance ordinances. Dogs that bark excessively and disturb neighbors can result in cit...
High Point, NC
High Point regulates construction noise in residential areas. Construction activities are generally limited to daytime hours, with work restricted during ear...
High Point, NC
High Point regulates noise under Title 12 of its Code of Ordinances, prohibiting unreasonable noise that disturbs the peace. The city enforces stricter noise...
High Point, NC
High Point regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound permits available for events. N.C.G.S. §14-288.4 applies to unreasonable distur...
High Point, NC
High Point regulates street parking throughout the city. Vehicles must not block traffic, driveways, fire hydrants, or crosswalks. Abandoned vehicles on stre...
High Point, NC
High Point regulates the storage of recreational vehicles and boats on residential properties through its Development Ordinance. RVs and boats must be stored...
Side-by-side rule comparisons with other cities in this county.
See how other cities in this county handle neighbor fence rules.
See how High Point's neighbor fence rules rules stack up against other locations.
Quick Compare
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.