Conservation Commission

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Conserving Richland County’s Natural & Historic Legacy

Richland County Council created the Richland County Conservation Commission (RCCC) by ordinance in 1998.  The RCCC is charged with promoting the protection of the county's natural, historical, and cultural resources and promoting nature-based recreation and eco- and heritage tourism. The commission does this by negotiating voluntary protection strategies with landowners through conservation easements and land acquisition, and through grant programs and special projects.  Each of the eleven members of County Council appoints a representative to the Commission.  The members have backgrounds in land conservation, historic preservation, and other related fields.  Members meet monthly and serve without pay.  The Richland County Conservation Division in the Community Planning & Development Department provides staff support to the RCCC.  Use the links below or to the right to learn more about our programs. 

Contact

Mailing Address:
2020 Hampton Street, Room 3063A
Columbia, SC 29204

Phone: 803-576-2082
Fax: 803-576-2088

Staff

Conservation Division Manager
Quinton Epps
(803) 576-2082
epps.quinton@richlandcountysc.gov

Conservation Program Coordinator
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Land Program Planner
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Administrative Assistant
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