Malvern Hills Park Improvements
Malvern Hills Park Improvements
The City of Asheville is replacing the existing, aging, and unsafe municipal pool in Malvern Hills Park with a new, modern, and code-compliant aquatic facility that enhances community recreation opportunities and ensures accessibility for all residents.
Happening Now
Following community feedback to initial concepts, the project is continuing with the design sketched below. Professional pool engineers and designers continue to develop architectural documents with design completion expected in mid-2026.
Next, the City of Asheville will advertise and select a construction firm. Once the construction contract is negotiated by staff and approved by City Council, construction is expected to begin in late-2026 with the new pool opening in 2028.
For more on construction project flow, check out this article.
Background
The current pool has exceeded its useful lifespan and presents safety concerns. Replacing the pool is crucial to:
- Ensure public safety: Mitigate risks associated with the current pool's condition and meet current building codes and safety standards
- Improve accessibility: Provide a fully accessible facility compliant with ADA guidelines, ensuring inclusivity for all community members
- Enhance recreational opportunities: Offer modern amenities and features to promote healthy lifestyles
- Increase community value: Create a valuable asset that enhances the quality of life and attractiveness of our city
Opportunities for Input
A community survey was open from March 31-April 28 to gather ideas, preferences, and potential uses for the new pool. Additional feedback opportunities included a drop-in design open house on September 23, information booths at farmers markets on September 30 and October 1, and online comment period from September 23-October 5.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Information
Pete Wall, Assistant Director
Asheville Parks & Recreation
(828) 259-5800