Riparian Buffers are undisturbed, protected areas along streams and ponds. They are required by State and Local Regulations. С»ÆѼÊÓƵ County's local ordinance is set forth in of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and enforced by the Planning Department. For more information on Code Enforcement, please contact Planning at 919-856-6310.
Buffers are divided into zones. In the zone closest to the streambank, vegetation should remain undisturbed; however, nuisance vegetation such as poison ivy and non-native invasive plants may be removed. Replanting is encouraged – please refer to . For allowable uses within buffers, please refer to of the С»ÆѼÊÓƵ County UDO or the .
For buffer approval or permits, please contact NC DEQ Raleigh Regional Office, 3800 Barrett Drive, Raleigh.
919-791-4200
Fax: 919-571-4718