Aircraft noise in Matthews is governed exclusively by federal FAA regulations; local ordinances cannot regulate aircraft operations or altitudes.
Federal law preempts local regulation of aircraft noise under 49 U.S.C. 40103 and 14 CFR Part 91. Matthews is located in the flight path of Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) approximately 12 miles east, and residents experience overflight noise. The FAA manages noise abatement procedures and CLT operates a noise complaint program. Matthews has no authority to restrict aircraft operations; complaints should be directed to CLT Noise Office or the FAA.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
Matthews, NC
Matthews UDO restricts RV, boat, and trailer parking on residential lots to side or rear yards screened from street view. Front yard storage is prohibited ex...
Matthews, NC
Matthews UDO requires a sight-distance triangle at corner lots and driveways limiting fence, wall, and landscaping height to approximately 3 feet within 10 t...
Matthews, NC
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 appr...
Matthews, NC
North Carolina has no shared-fence cost statute, so Matthews homeowners are individually responsible for fences they install; disputes with neighbors are civ...
Matthews, NC
Matthews UDO restricts fence materials in residential districts to wood, vinyl, ornamental metal, masonry, and chain link, with finished side facing out and ...
Matthews, NC
Matthews requires a zoning permit for most fence installations to verify height, setback, and materials compliance with the UDO, though building permits are ...
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