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Land Use Regulations Land use regulations allow a Town to shape its community's environment and property tax base. Zoning is the most important method of applying land use regulations. In Rutherfordton, our zoning regulations are compiled in the Unified Development Ordinance. These regulations are adopted by the Town Council and applied to all proposed developments...

Report a Problem The Public Works Department offers an online reporting system for our residents to inform us of problems they may encounter around Town. We truly appreciate your feedback as we understand you may see these problems occurring before our team does and this allows us to team up with you to keep our...

Leaf Collection During the period of November 1 and March 31st, the Town will vacuum leaves raked to the curb, as time allows. The leaves should be free of rocks and sticks, which will damage the vacuum machine. Please do not place these leaves close to mailboxes, signs, or power poles. Yard Waste Collection The...

Employment Opportunities If you want a career where you can make a difference in the community as part of a team that works together and provides innovative quality services, we invite you to review the available jobs and apply. Please check back, as job opportunities change regularly. Library Director – Norris Public Library Application Deadline:...

Vendor Application & W-9 For consideration as a Town of Rutherfordton Vendor, please submit the following completed vendor application along with a signed IRS Form W-9 to jhall@rutherfordton.net. Bid Opportunities Listed below are current bid opportunities for the Town of Rutherfordton. Click on the Project for a copy of the Bid documents. If you have...

The Heraldry of the Town Seal The Town Seal of Rutherfordton reflects both its vital history and its continuing values. The outer circle of the seal contains lettering designating the Town, State, and the Town’s status of being the County Seat of Rutherford County. Also contained in the outer circle are the symbols of a...

A History of Rutherfordton, NC By Robin Spencer Lattimore Main Street in Rutherfordton climbs a gentle hill past the Norris Public Library and the Neo-Classical facade of the Woodrow Jones Community Hall before passing between rows of neat brick store buildings. At the crest of the hill stands the imposing Rutherford County Court House, a...