About US
The Appearance Commission was created in 2007 by the Polk County Board of Commissioners.
Meet our Members
The Appearance Commission is led by an all-volunteer team of community leaders.
Helpful Links
There are many ways to do your part to keep our environment healthy and neighborhoods welcoming. Learn more about the organizations below.
NATIVE/INVASIVE PLANTS INFO
MountainTrue Smart Plant Buyer Guide
Gardening for Life - Whether you are looking for a place to buy native plant plugs, are on the hunt for tips to identify and remove invasive species, are looking for your next book to read, or you simply want to dive into learning about all things healthy habitat … we are sure you’ll find some great information here.
RESOURCES FOR KUDZU REMOVAL
POLK COUNTY INFO
POLK COUNTY ORDINANCE VIOLATIONS
Please review the ordinances for your subject matter before submitting a complaint form.
Polk County Planning & Zoning Ordinances
TOWN INFO
Farmers Markets
CONSERVATION/ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS
DARK SKY INFO (Light Pollution)
UPCOMING EDUCATIONAL FORUMS
Event: Conserving Carolina Kudzu Warriors
Time: Mondays, 9-11am
Location: Conserving Carolina's Norman Wilder Forest preserve
Event: Pints for Pollinators
Time: 01/25/24 - 6pm
Location: Bodega Noir, Landrum, SC
Event: Kudzu Talk
Time: 02/26/24 - 6pm
Location: Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE)
Event: Kudzu Warriors talk at Walnut Creek - hosted by Conserving Carolina
Time: - details coming soon
Location: Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE)
Event: Gardening for Life Celebration
Time: - 03/30/24 - 12pm-5pm
Location: Kudzu Warriors/ Polk County Appearance Commission Table Top Resources
Polk County High School, Columbus, NC
News
Read the latest updates on the Polk County Appearance Commission