The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has the authority, granted by the Legislature, to create regulations called “rules” which although not state law, have the force of law. The complete set of rules under the jurisdiction of the Commission can be found here. From Proposal to Regulation describes the Commission's rule-making procedures. Below is a list of the rules the Commission is currently proposing to change, a description of each, and ways to submit your comments. We welcome your feedback.
Reason for Proposed Action:
Each year, the Commission reviews and adjusts seasons, bag limits, and land management regulations, as needed, to achieve conservation management goals, comply with statutory changes, and respond to constituent requests.
Rule Proposal Information:
Fiscal Notes:
Public Hearing Information:
Piedmont Region - Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Southwest Randolph High School (Auditorium)
1641 Hopewell Friends Road
Asheboro, NC 27205
Mountain Region - Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Haywood Community College (Auditorium)
185 Freedlander Drive
Clyde, NC 28721
Coastal Region - Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Craven County Courthouse
302 Broad Street
New Bern, NC 28560
Virtual - Zoom Online Webinar - Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
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Submit a Comment:
Public Comment Period Ends: January 30, 2024
The 10A and 10E rules are proposed for readoption pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, which states the agency is required to readopt various rules as part of the periodic review and expiration of existing rules. The 10F no-wake zone rule is proposed for amendment to incorporate a technical correction.
Proposed Rule Text:
15A NCAC 10A .0501 When Issued - Proposed amendments update language for clarity and consistency.
15A NCAC 10A .0502 When Not Issued - Proposed amendments update language for clarity and consistency.
15A NCAC 10A .0503 Procedure - Proposed amendments remove the example letter and update language for clarity and consistency.
15A NCAC 10E .0101 Definition - Proposed amendments update definitions for Public Fishing Areas (PFA) and Boating Access Area (BAA) and further divides BAAs into motorized and nonmotorized BAAs for clarity.
15A NCAC 10E .0102 Regulation Posted - Proposed for repeal, as the rule sets requirements for the agency and not the public.
15A NCAC 10E .0103 Signs and Markers - Proposed for repeal, as the rule sets requirements for the agency and not the public.
15A NCAC 10E .0104 Use of Areas Regulated - Proposed amendments reorganize and reword current requirements for clarity, prohibit the operation of concessions on BAAs and PFAs, and provide detail requirements for requesting a permit for activities and events at BAAs.
15A NCAC 10F .0310 Dare County - Technical correction corrects a coordinate that marks the no-wake zone near the south shore of Motts Creek at the Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
Fiscal Note:
Public Fishing and Boating Access Areas Fiscal Note
Public Hearing Information: Date: January 23, 2024 Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Online Webinar
To receive updates on proposed regulations, email
regulations@ncwildlife.org.
Written objections to proposed rules can be submitted to the Rules Review Commission. If the Rules Review Commission receives written and signed objections from 10 or more individuals clearly requesting review by the legislature and the Rules Review Commission approves the rule, the rule will become effective as provided in G.S.150B-21.3(b1). The Rules Review Commission will receive written objections until 5:00 p.m. on the day following the day the Rules Review Commission approves the rule. The Rules Review Commission will receive those objections by mail, delivery service, hand delivery, or facsimile transmission.
As part of the Annual Cycle Rulemaking Process, the Commission considers suggestions and recommendations from NCWRC staff and the public. If you have a suggestion or recommendation you would like to be considered, please submit an email to NCWRC Regulations.