​​​​​Project Level Thresholds

This amendment raises the review threshold for some residential projects so that those with affordable housing can more easily get permits without having to be reviewed and approved by the Asheville City Council, which is a risky and costly endeavor. Projects within certain areas of the city are impacted by this ordinance. The example below demonstrates the intent of this change where previously projects of 50 or more units were required to have City Council review regardless of their actual impact whereas today the playing field has been leveled so that commercial and residential projects are reviewed more equitably. 

Status  

Adopted by City Council on March 11, 2025

This is a text amendment to multiple parts of Section 7-5-9, Section 7-11-1, and Section 7-11-8 of the UDO