North Carolina State Rules Division

The Office of Administrative Hearings is an independent quasi-judicial agency that provides a source of independent administrative law judges to preside in administrative law-contested cases. It ensures that the functions of rule making, investigation, advocacy and adjudication are not combined in the administrative process. Its civil rights division is responsible for charges alleging discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin and disability in employment. The office also maintains dockets and records of contested cases, as well as publishes and codifies administrative rules. Its rules division performs administrative and technical work in the compilation, production and publication of the North Carolina Register and North Carolina Administrative Code. The Office of Administrative Hearings is located in Raleigh, N.C.

The North Carolina Landscape Contractors Licensing Board, established by the North Carolina General Assembly on August 1, 2014, oversees the licensing and regulation of landscape contractors in the state. Composed of nine appointed members, the board ensures the health and safety of consumers while maintaining high professional standards within the landscape industry. This self-funded entity is responsible for administering examinations, issuing licenses, and monitoring industry compliance to the Landscape Contractors Law, Chapter 89D. The board's mission includes safeguarding lives, health, and property by regulating landscape contracting practices throughout North Carolina. Generated from the website

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA CS) is instrumental in safeguarding food safety, consumer protection, and environmental sustainability within the state's agricultural landscape. With a wide array of programs and services, NCDA CS supports efficient, profitable, and sustainable practices for farmers and agribusinesses. As a leading force in North Carolina's $111.1 billion agricultural economy, NCDA CS plays a key role in managing disaster relief efforts, promoting agritourism, and fostering sustainable forestry practices. The department actively engages with local communities, ensuring the health of crops and the promotion of diversified agricultural activities across the state. Generated from the website