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- Information related to zoning permits can be found on the Zoning Compliance Permit page.
- Additional software and hardware were purchased in 2018 to enable digital fingerprinting along with the paper fingerprinting previously offered. Visit the Fingerprinting Services page for more information.
- The City Code of Ordinances addresses alarm systems in Chapter 99: False Alarm Regulations. Additional information can be found here.
- Yes, the city's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 50 requires all city residents to utilize trash collection services.
- Trash collection services are provided by Waste Industries.
- The City Code of Ordinances addresses public nuisance conditions on private property in § 96.08. Residents may login or register to Submit a Service Request or contact the Code Enforcement Officer for specific concerns.
- The City Code of Ordinances addresses nuisance vehicles in Chapter 90: Abandoned, Junked, and Nuisance Vehicles. Residents may login or register to Submit a Service Request or contact the Code Enforcement Officer for specific concerns.
- The Creedmoor Development Ordinance addresses sign regulation and enforcement in Articles 17 and 23. Additional information can be found on the Signs and Sign Enforcement page.
The Creedmoor Police Department offers a property/house check service to property owners. Officers make periodic checks of residences while the owners are away to look for open windows/doors and other signs of unauthorized entry. If an officer finds anything to report at a residence, the homeowner is contacted and the residence secured. Additionally, if it appears that a crime has occurred, the incident will be investigated.
If you would like to request a property check on your property, please complete a Property Check Request Form and return it to the Creedmoor Police Department in advance of your requested dates.
- Yes, a Safe Exchange Zone has been established in the parking lot of Creedmoor PD near Masonic Street.
- The city has several staff members who have attained their Notary Public designation. Please review the Notary Public Services page for more information.
- Visit the Granville County Board of Elections page for information related to elections, election dates, filing information, early voting, etc.
- Visit the Granville County Board of Elections for information related to municipal elections, voting sites, etc.
Any person doing business within the city limits of Creedmoor as a peddler (i.e., door-to-door sales or ice cream truck style vendor) must register by filing a Peddler's Registration form. Other requirements can be found on the Peddler's Registration page.
Can I take my trash & recycling directly to a County Convenience Center for recycling & solid waste disposal instead of contracting with Waste Industries for collection?
This is not permissible. Chapter 50 of the City Code of Ordinances (as authorized by G.S. 160A-303.1) requires all resident to have residential trash and recycling collection service through an exclusivity contract with a waste management company. The City has contracted with Waste Industries to provide this service.- Visit the Emergency Notification page to sign up for CodeRED. Additional information about CodeRed is available here.
The City's Code of Ordinances Section 96.01: UNNECESSARY NOISE states, (B) The following acts, among others, are declared to be loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noises in violation of this section, . . . namely: (9) The erection (including excavating), demolition, alteration or repair of any building in a residential or business district other than between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Saturday, except in the case of urgent necessity in the interest of public safety and then only with a permit from the Building Inspector, which permit may be renewed for a period of three days or less while the emergency continues.
Residents of Creedmoor are required to have trash collection services by City Code of Ordinances, Chapter 50: Solid Waste. The City contracts trash collection services with Waste Industries for all residents which enables us to procure a better rate. To ensure the best possible continued pricing for our residents, individual adjustments to eliminate trash pick-up are not permitted by our contract.
Community Events may be placed on the City's "Calendar of Events" if the following conditions are met:
1. The event must be a non-profit making venture that is open to the general public; and
2. Event sponsors must email a completed information flyer (Word or pdf format) with all event information listed, including contact information for event sponsors to webmaster@cityofcreedmoor.org.
Creedmoor Code of Ordinance §50.03 BURNING OR BURYING REGULATIONS states that it shall be unlawful to burn or set fire to or bury any garbage or refuse for the purpose of disposal.
County residents can burn yard waste and debris, more information can be found on the Granville County Website.All animal control issues within the city limits of Creedmoor are handled by Granville County Animal Control Division.
Political signs (sign that “advocates for political action”) along state maintained highways and secondary roads may be placed 30 days before the beginning of “one-stop” early voting. Political signs may be placed in the right-of-way with the permission of the fronting property owner. The signs shall be smaller than 6 square feet and no higher than 42 inches above the edge of pavement. They can’t obscure motorist visibility at intersections and must be placed at least 3 feet from the edge of pavement.
Political signs along City of Creedmoor maintained streets are limited to one sign per candidate or issue may be displayed per zone lot frontage, as long as the sign is entirely on private property with the permission of the property owner. Additional information is available on the Signs and Sign Enforcement page- Public records requests should be submitted to the City Clerk's office utilizing the Public Records Request Form.
Two entities are responsible for road maintenance within the City of Creedmoor limits. NCDOT maintains NC and US Highways, and the city's Public Works Department maintains subdivision and local streets. Login or register to submit a service request and city staff will route it to the appropriate personnel.
Street light outages can be reported directly on Duke Energy's Request Light Repair web page, or by calling Duke Energy at (800) 777-9898. Residents may also login or register to submit a service request and city staff will route the information to Duke Energy.
For effective processing, please include either a street pole # (located on the pole itself) or a street address/intersection with description of which pole is affected (if more than one pole exists near that address/intersection).
Two entities are responsible for road maintenance within the City of Creedmoor limits: NCDOT maintains NC and US Highways and the city's Public Works Department maintains subdivision and local streets. Login or register to submit a service request and city staff will route it to the appropriate personnel.
- Login or register to submit a service request to report a missing street sign.
Greenways are not built to withstand the weight of these vehicles. In addition, these vehicles don’t mix well with the other users and activities that take place on the greenway (emergency vehicles and those vehicles used in the maintenance of the greenway corridor are allowable as needed). Creedmoor Code of Ordinance §73.05 states bicycles are permitted on all sidewalks and greenways outside of downtown.
The City's Recreation Department offers a variety of programs for youths in our community. Some of these programs are ongoing others are seasonal. For a complete listing of current programs visit the Recreation Programs page.
- Creedmoor Recreation coordinates with the South Granville Senior Center to offer a variety of programs for seniors including morning walking from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
No, there are no campgrounds within the City of Creedmoor. However, Creedmoor is conveniently located near Falls Lake where camping is available.
Vendor registration forms and other information is posted and available for download on our site early in the spring of each year. You may sign up for e-Notification for special events information.
The Christmas Tree Lighting is the evening before the annual Christmas Parade which is always the first Saturday of December.
The annual Creedmoor Music Festival is held on the third Saturday of September.
- • March: Easter Egg Hunt
• July: Fourth of July Fireworks
• August: Alive After 5 and National Night Out
• September: Creedmoor Music Festival
• October: Fireman’s Day and Main Street Trick or Treating
• December: Christmas Tree Lighting/Christmas Parade - For more information related to teaching a class at one of our facilities, please contact the Recreation Department at (919) 764-1005.
- B.C. Roberts Ballfields are located at 112 East Wilton Ave on NC-56 E in Creedmoor.
In order to reserve a field at B.C. Roberts Ballfield, you must come to City Hall and complete a rental agreement form. The fields may be rented separately or you may rent them together for a larger occasion such as a family reunion. Fees are required upon completion of your application and are non-refundable. Reservations are made on a first-come first-served basis.
No, the naturally-occurring wood surrounding Lake Rogers is a part of the delicate ecosystem and should not be disturbed. Taking items from parks such as wood, sand, rocks, etc. also diminishes the joy of others sharing the park facilities.
No, personal grills are NOT permitted at Lake Rogers Park. The park has several charcoal grills already in place that are available on a first-come/first-served basis.
No, open fires are not permitted anywhere around Lake Rogers. There are charcoal grills for those who would like to cook food at Lake Rogers, however personal grills are not permitted at Lake Rogers.
Fishing is permitted for license holders. Fishing licenses must be obtained through the state and cannot be purchased at City Hall nor the concession stand at the park. In addition, please review the Lake Rogers Rules and Regulations.
- Lake Rogers is approximately 175 acres and reaches only about five feet at its deepest point.
Yes, the large shelter (Shelter #1) and one of the smaller shelters (Shelter #4) have electrical outlets. Please be sure to request the correct shelter if you will be needing electricity.
In order to ensure a shelter is available for a specific date/time you must complete a Lake Rogers Shelter Rental Agreement and pay the non-refundable fees at City Hall, 111 Masonic Street, Creedmoor. Reservations require a 2-hour minimum with additional hours available in 1-hour increments. Rentals are available from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm or all day. The one (1) large shelter is $20.00 for 2-hours, each additional hour $10.00, all day $70.00. Each of the three (3) smaller shelters are $14.00 for 2-hours, each additional hour $7.00, all day $40.00. Each shelter is reserved on a first come, first serve basis.
Swimming is not permitted at Lake Rogers due to its shallow depth. Download Lake Rogers Rules and Regulations for more information.
Lake Rogers Park is located on NC-56 between Creedmoor and I-85. For GPS & mapquest purposes, the address to use is 1711 Lake Road, Creedmoor NC 27522.
- For taxes due prior to June 30, 2007, call the Finance Department at (919) 528-3332, Option 1.
For taxes due after July 1, 2007,call the Granville County tax office at (919) 693-4181. Yes, there are 10 tables and 60 chairs available for your use. No outside tables or chairs are allowed on the gymnasium floor. We request that you pick the tables & chairs up and do not drag them across the gymnasium floor.
The fee for the first 2 hours (minimum rental is 2 hours) is $40.00 and a $20.00 fee per hour for each additional hour. An additional cleanup fee of $20.00 is assessed for group activities with expected attendance over 20 and/or when serving food. All fees are nonrefundable, payable in advance.
Submit a completed application/reservation form and pay fees in person at City Hall. Reservations will only be accepted within one (1) month of desired use date on a first-come/first-served basis with the exception of programming collaborations with the city, special events, and senior center activities. Application and payment must be received by 1:00 p.m. for same day rental or by 1:00 p.m. on Friday for weekend rental.
- Yes, a zoning permit is required for flag pole installation.
Is a permit required for a deck, fence, patio awning, patio roof, or an accessory building/storage shed?
A zoning permit is required for each of these items and can be obtained from the city by completing a Zoning Compliance Permit.
Building permit questions should be directed to Granville County Inspections Department located at 122 Williamsboro Street in Oxford.- Recyclables are collected on an every-other-week schedule concurrent with your trash pick-up day.
- Contact Waste Industries directly to inquire of trash collection days at (252) 438-5333 or (919) 693-8669 or visit www.wasteindustries.com.
- Granville County Environmental Programs maintains a list of acceptable and unacceptable recycling items.
Yes, the City provides pick-up services for certain yard debris and white goods according to specified schedules. Yard debris is picked up by the City on the first and third Wednesday of every month (conditions apply). White goods (water heaters, washers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, stoves) are picked up on the second Wednesday of every month.
Residents are permitted one (1) pick-up per month without charge. Residents should contact City Hall at (919) 528-3332, Option 0 at least 24 hours before requested pick-up date.
Most street lights in the City are owned and maintained by Duke Power. If you notice a street light not working, please Email us or call (919) 528-3332, Option 1 to report it. We will notify Duke Power.
- To obtain a recycling container, contact Waste Industries directly at (252) 438-5333 or (919) 693-8669.
- Waste Industries is under contract for residential pickup. Trash pickup is once per week and recycling pickup is every other week. See Trash & Recycling Services for more information.
- Visit our Projects Page for more information about projects and programs in Creedmoor.
An owner of the property is permitted to do their own building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work without being licensed in any of these areas. State law requires that the property be the owner's primary residence for at least twelve months after completion of the work. If anyone is hired to work on any portion that requires a license, that person is required to be licensed.
Granville County Inspections Department issues building permits, conducts construction plan review, enforces building codes, and performs building inspections for the City of Creedmoor.
- The South Granville Water & Sewer Authority (SGWASA) provides water and wastewater distribution services for the City.
- No, the City does not offer a discount for senior citizens.
In order to ensure that your application receives the attention it deserves, you will need to submit a separate NC State Employment Application for each open position. Sworn law enforcement officers must also submit a completed Form F-3.
It is very important that you fill out the application completely, even if you attach a resume. Do not state “See Resume” when asked to describe your responsibilities, experience, and employment dates. Your resume will be reviewed for clarification purposes only; qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of information you provide on the application itself.
Applications may be submitted in person at Creedmoor City Hall, 111 Masonic Street, Creedmoor, emailed to hr@cityofcreedmoor.org, faxed to (919) 528-3052, or sent via regular mail to Attn: HR, Creedmoor City Hall, P.O. Box 765, Creedmoor NC 27522.
Whenever a position becomes available, the HR Department will create an Employment Opportunity Posting. This posting will contain a brief job description, statement of minimum educational and experience requirements, and any special qualifications which may be required. Postings will normally be available for review on the Employment Opportunities page, the city's social media pages, internet job search engines, and local newspaper(s).
A completed North Carolina State Employment Application must be submitted to the HR Department by 5:00 p.m. on the posted closing date. Sworn law enforcement officers must also submit a completed Form F-3. Resumes may be submitted in addition to, but not in lieu of, a completed application. If you are unable to download and print a copy of the application, a copy can be obtained at Creedmoor City Hall.
The NCDMV website contains information on obtaining a NC driver’s license, including all requirements and downloadable versions of the Driver’s Handbook in English or Spanish.
A separate handbook for obtaining a motorcycle license is also available for download or the local DMV office can provide a copy of these handbooks.
You may obtain a copy of a police report at the Creedmoor Police Department desk from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Monday through Friday.
There is a $5.00 fee for each report. Please note that if the case is under investigation or if the report has not been approved by a supervisor, you may not be granted full access to the report.
Certified criminal background checks/reports can be obtained at The North Carolina Court System, or you may obtain a record check in person at the courthouse. There is a $25 fee for this service.
Be prepared with your picture ID and enough information about the individual (such as date of birth or address) that would allow for a file search.
During normal business hours, 50-B orders can be obtained at the Granville County Clerk of Courts Office.
For emergency situations after-hours or on weekends, a 50-B order can be obtained from the Magistrate’s Office located in Oxford. The 50-B order will then go to the Sheriff’s Office for service.
There is no fee to obtain a (50-B) order.
Magistrate
Oxford 919-693-8768Granville County Courthouse
919-690-4800Granville County District Attorney
919-690-4860
Granville County Clerk of Court
919-690-4800
Sheriff’s Department
919-693-3213Granville County Detention Center
919-693-3717The Granville County Sheriff’s Department handles all licensing pertaining to guns.
The Sheriff's office is located at 143 Williamsboro Street, Oxford NC 27565.
- Parking tickets can be paid inside City Hall at the front desk from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
- Yes, the City has an ordinance to regulate unnecessary noise. See Chapter 96 of the current Code of Ordinances for more information.