by DavidG | Apr 27, 2026 | Active, Issue, New
t QUESTIONABLE Summary: Buncombe County is seeking rezoning approval to build over 200 units of affordable housing at 50 Coxe Avenue. While this is a major opportunity to expand housing supply, the proposal does not clearly address how it will serve the lowest-income...
by DavidG | Apr 20, 2026 | Active, Issue, New
q PROBLEMATIC Summary (Updated 4/27/26): At a recent Buncombe County Commission meeting, several agenda items with clear implications for displacement—including housing investment, regulatory changes, and homelessness response—moved forward without meaningful...
by DavidG | Apr 6, 2026 | Active, Issue, New
r PROBLEMATIC Summary (Updated 4/27/26): Recent discussions at the County level have not yet resulted in changes to the property tax appeal deadline. This issue remains especially important as rising property values continue to place pressure on homeowners,...