(A) Conflict with state or federal regulations.
(1) Chapter 160D of the North Carolina General Statutes is applicable to this chapter. In the event of any conflict between this chapter and G.S. Ch. 160D, the provisions of G.S. Ch. 160D shall control.
(2) If any provisions of this chapter are inconsistent with those of state or federal government, the more restrictive provisions shall govern unless the state or federal regulation is intended to preempt the local regulation. The more restrictive provision is the one that imposes greater restrictions or more stringent controls. Regardless of any other provision of this chapter, no land may be developed or used, and no structure may be erected or maintained in violation of any state or federal regulation.
(B) Conflict with local regulations. If the provisions of this chapter are inconsistent with one another, of if they conflict with provisions found in other adopted chapters or regulations of the county, the more restrictive provision governs. The more restrictive provision is the one that imposes greater restrictions or more stringent controls.
(C) Conflict with private agreements and contracts. This chapter is not intended to repeal, abrogate, annul, impair or interfere with any existing easements, covenants, deed restrictions, agreements or permits previously adopted or issued pursuant to law. The county has no responsibility for monitoring or enforcing private agreements or contracts.
(Ord. passed 6-21-21)