The purpose of the Asheville Buncombe Riverfront Commission (ABRC) is to recommend to the City and County an overall policy for the continued development and sustainability of the regional riverfront. The Commission provides recommendations to the City and County for effective management of the public resources for the districts, and actively pursues and assists private sector investments in the districts. The Asheville Buncombe Riverfront Commission assists through cooperative measures to evaluate and represent the recommendations of other organizations, including, but not limited to property owners, merchants, residents, businesses, tenants, non-profits, institutions, as well as other members of the riverfront and regional riverfront district communities.

The Asheville Buncombe Riverfront Commission will remain meeting as needed until June 30, 2027, unless noticed otherwise.  Special meetings may occur if a board needs to meet regarding Helene-related or pressing matters. 

UPCOMING SPECIAL MEETINGS:

Next Meeting: The Asheville-Buncombe Riverfront Commission will hold a special virtual meeting on October 30, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. The purpose of this special meeting is to discuss the establishment of the four city recovery boards and how that affects the Asheville Buncombe Riverfront Commission.

Contact Urban Designer David Hazzard with questions dhazzard@ashevilllenc.gov