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Zoning

Zoning

Zoning in the context of Sylva, North Carolina refers to the division of land within the town into specific zones or districts for different types of land use, such as residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional uses. Sylva’s zoning regulations are designed to manage the growth and development of the town, ensuring that new construction or land use is consistent with the town’s vision for its future. The town’s zoning laws are implemented through the Sylva Land Use Ordinance, which outlines specific requirements for each zoning district, including setbacks, lot sizes, building heights, and permitted uses. The goal of zoning in Sylva is to balance the needs of the community with the protection of the town’s natural and cultural resources, while promoting economic growth and development in a sustainable manner. You can find all zoning related document below.

For online access to the Town of Sylva’s Code of Ordinances please click on the link below to Municode:

Municode Ordinanceshttp://www.municode.com/resources/gateway.aspx?productId=15128

Zoning Documents

TitleDateCategoriesLink
Sylva Zoning Ordinance Update and 160DMarch 1, 2023Zoning
Ordinance AssessmentMay 1, 2022Zoning
Zoning Map Feb 2022February 1, 2022Zoning
Ordinance Rewrite Property Owner LetterJanuary 14, 2022Zoning
Future Land Use Zoning MapDecember 1, 2020Zoning
Future Land Use Zoning MapNovember 1, 2020Zoning
2040 Land Use PlanMay 1, 2020Zoning
Traffic Feasibility Study For Two-Way Traffic FlowFebruary 27, 2015Zoning
Main Street Streetscape Improvements PlanJune 12, 2013Zoning
Comprehensive Pedestrian PlanMay 25, 2010Zoning