Matthews UDO allows home occupations in residential districts if the business is clearly secondary to the home. No outside employees, limited equipment, and no change to residential character.
Home occupations under the Matthews UDO are permitted accessory uses in residential zones. Standards typically require: business conducted entirely within the dwelling or permitted accessory structure, no outside employees (family members residing in the home are allowed), no outdoor storage of equipment or materials, no significant increase in traffic or parking demand, and no alteration of the residential appearance. Certain uses (auto repair, kennels, adult uses, manufacturing) are prohibited as home occupations. A zoning permit or home occupation permit may be required.
Home occupation violations: notice of violation and civil penalties, typically 100 dollars per day until cured. Repeat violations can revoke permission.
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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