Criteria for Yard of the Month Awards

  • Lawn moved neatly; low spots filled with topsoil; no brown spots in
    grass.
  • Lawn and flowerbeds are free of leaves and grass clippings, walk areas
    swept.
  • Sidewalks and driveways edged (includes around foundations, patio and
    trees).
  • Very few weeds in lawn, beds and cracks of sidewalks/driveways.
  • Mulching of flowerbeds, bushes and trees.
  • Appearance and condition of flowers.
  • Bushes trimmed neatly.
  • Front yard clear of clutter, garbage cans, litter, etc.
  • Seasonal displays attractive and tasteful.
  • Overall appearance is neat and clean (water hose stored neatly when not
    it use).
  • Yard of the Month can only be won once a season.

Members of the Beautification Committee will select the winner by the end of each month. Winners will receive the Aycock Yard of the Month sign to display in their yard for one month. Winners will also receive a gift certificate.

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Property Improvement Award

Working on a new home improvement project? Have you just finished one? Or, do you need a little inspiration for the next big job around the house? The Beautification Committee is happy to oblige. Starting in March we will recognize one of the numerous home/business improvements taking place in our neighborhood with the Aycock Property Improvement Awards. Based on the wildly popular Yard of the Month, the Board will find the best project in the 'hood big or small. Each winner will receive a sign in their yard, recognition on Aycock's website and award a $25 gift card to a local hardware store.

Nominations

If you are proud of the improvements that you have made in your home or have noticed the hard work of others, please let us know! Send a description, photographs (before and after photos is you have them!) or just a street address to thegreatwalls@earthlink.net. List clearly in the subject that you are submitting a yard of the month nominee. We are excepting nominations NOW! After this month, nominations will be accepted through the 15th of each month.

Property Improvement Award Evaluation

Projects will be evaluated on the following criteria:

  • Adherence to the Historic District Design Guidelines
  • Aesthetic quality
  • Appropriateness to home style
  • Most improved appearance

Previous Yard of the Month Winners