Most residential fences in Cary do not require a building permit. Permits are required only for fences on collector streets or thoroughfares, or fences that exceed standard height limits.
Cary's fence permit requirements are minimal for most residential properties. Standard fences meeting height limits do not require a permit unless located on a collector street or thoroughfare. Fences requiring permits must submit applications to the Planning Department for review. Retaining walls over 4 feet in height require building permits. All fences, regardless of permit requirements, must comply with LDO §7.2.7 for height, setback, and sight triangle standards. HOAs may require separate architectural review and approval before fence construction.
Building a fence requiring a permit without obtaining one may result in stop work orders and requirements to apply for a retroactive permit.
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Cary regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound permits available for events. N.C.G.S. §14-288.4 applies to unreasonable disturbances.
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Cary Code of Ordinances Chapter 22, Division 2 prohibits unreasonably loud, disturbing noises that annoy, disturb, or endanger citizens. The ordinance restri...
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Cary regulates construction noise through its general noise ordinance (Chapter 22). Construction activity near residential areas should be confined to reason...
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Cary's noise ordinance covers barking dogs under the general prohibition on disturbing noises. Persistently barking dogs that disturb neighbors may result in...
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Cary's Land Development Ordinance restricts parking of RVs, boats, and trailers in residential areas. These vehicles typically must be stored in rear or side...
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Cary restricts parking of commercial vehicles in residential zones. Large commercial vehicles, semi-trucks, and heavy equipment may not be stored in resident...
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