21 N.C. Admin. Code 28B.0503

Current through Register Vol. 39, No. 9, November 1, 2024

Section 28B .0503 - TURF

(a) When establishing natural turf, the licensed contractor shall:

(1) Notify the owner or the construction manager whether there is adequate time to establish the specified turf from seed within the construction schedule and prior to finish of the job;

(2) Prior to lawn installation, loosen soil to a minimum depth of three inches;

(3) Confirm that all lawn seed meets the standards of the NC Seed Law of 1963, as set forth in G.S. 106, Art. 31;

(4) Evenly distribute seed;

(5) Apply seed at manufacturer's recommended rates;

(6) Roll or rake after seeding to ensure good soil contact;

(7) Install sod within 36 hours of harvesting unless weather conditions or turf types dictate a shorter timeframe;

(8) Lay sod strips in a staggered pattern, horizontal to slopes and with tight seams;

(9) Roll sod after installation to provide good soil contact;

(10) Distribute sprigs evenly;

(11) Ensure that sprigs and sod plugs are in good contact with the soil;

(12) Water lawn areas after installation and in accordance with the needs of the lawn; and

(13) Notify client of his or her responsibility to water turf following installation.

(b) When installing artificial turf, the licensed contractor shall:

(1) Ensure that the sub-grade is compacted and shall pitch properly to drain;

(2) Establish a perimeter attachment system to secure the artificial turf;

(3) Roll out the turf with the nap facing a consistent direction;

(4) Secure the turf with an evenly weighted sand layer distributed over the entire surface; and

(5) Follow all manufacturer's specifications for the type of turf being installed.

21 N.C. Admin. Code 28B .0503

Authority G.S. 89D-15(2); 89D-15(16);
Temporary Adoption Eff. January 1, 2016;
Eff. September 1, 2016;
Amended Eff. July 1, 2021.

Authority G.S. 89D-15(2); 89D-15(16);
Temporary Adoption Eff. January 1, 2016;
Adopted by North Carolina Register Volume 31, Issue 07, October 3, 2016 effective 9/1/2016.

Amended by North Carolina Register Volume 36, Issue 03, August 2, 2021 effective 7/1/2021.