Zoning is the designation of a particular property or 
portion thereof using one (1) of the districts contained in the Rowan County Zoning Ordinance. Zoning establishes a set of guidelines for development and land use that promote the health, safety and general welfare of the county's citizens. For more information, regarding zoning districts, dimensional requirements, permitted-uses, etc., click on the appropriate link below. For zoning related questions, feel free to contact the Planning Department at (704).216.8588.