Planning & Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Department provides assistance to citizens, developers, and the general public regarding planning, development, zoning, code enforcement, and stormwater matters in addition to serving as staff for the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment.

Boards and Committees

• Board of Adjustment
• Planning Board

Zoning Codes

The purpose of the Land Development Ordinance (LDO) is to protect the health, safety and general welfare of the citizens of the Town of Butner. This document regulates the use and development of all land within the corporate limits of the Town and the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ). Town Ordinance

Map

• Zoning Map
• Town Limits
• Watershed Map
• Infrastructure Map

Land Use Planning

• Butner 2040
• 2040 Land Use Plan and Map
• 2020 Land Use Plan - This is a comprehensive plan that directs future growth for Butner for the next 5-10 years.
• Gateway Small Area Plan - This Plan directs future development of approximately 400 acres located along I-85 between Exit 189/Gate Two Road and Exit 191/NC-56.

Permits & Inspections

Zoning permits and inspections are done by Town staff. Building permits and other inspections are contracted through Granville County. A zoning permit is required to obtain a building permit. Contact Butner staff at planning@butnernc.org with any questions. 

To request a County building inspection or if you have questions about County building permits, please call (919) 603-1326.

Service Requests

To submit a service request, please contact Town Hall at (919) 575-3032.