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Commission ratifies Forsyth–Guilford boundary survey; staff to notify affected property owners
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The board unanimously ratified a North Carolina Geodetic Survey report mapping the boundary with Forsyth County, a change that will affect more than 200 parcels and is expected to take effect for tax purposes in the July 2026 fiscal period.
Guilford County commissioners unanimously ratified a survey by the North Carolina Geodetic Survey that establishes the boundary line between Forsyth and Guilford counties, county staff said. Officials said the final monuments were placed the week of the meeting and the ratification will trigger notifications to property owners and follow-up mailings.
County staff said the survey involves a little more than 200 properties; the presentation noted the county gained roughly 62 acres in the final mapping. "So this is gonna help get us there," the presenter said, describing the outcome as a way to avoid repeated disputes over boundary lines when properties are developed or when public safety or election jurisdictions respond.
Staff described steps to reach impacted stakeholders, including outreach to public schools, elections, public safety and municipalities. Tax impacts would likely be implemented in the next fiscal period (July 2026), the presenter said, and property owners will have opportunities to view maps, get a new assessment and appeal if appropriate.
The board approved the ratification by unanimous voice vote and asked staff to coordinate with schools, boards of elections and municipalities to minimize disruption for residents and service providers.
County staff said they will provide joint letters with Forsyth County staff and lead follow-up communications to affected households in the coming days.
