by DavidG | Jun 29, 2026 | Issue, Resolved
t REPORT BACK STATUS Unresolved Report Back Updated 7/20/26: Buncombe County’s July 14 property-tax and budget decision provides a real-world example of why an anti-displacement analysis framework is needed. State legislation forced the County to choose between using...
by DavidG | Jun 29, 2026 | Report Summary
t QUESTIONABLE Building on Buncombe County’s Commitment to Preventing Displacement (new) Last week, Buncombe County responded to GAP’s earlier report, explaining that it already has a number of policies and programs intended to reduce displacement. We agree that the...
by DavidG | Jun 29, 2026 | Special Report
Areas of Agreement, Remaining Questions, and a Path Forward Click here to go back to the GAP Report on this issue. Executive Summary For more than six months, the Government Accountability Project of Asheville (GAPavl) has encouraged Buncombe County to strengthen its...
by DavidG | Jun 15, 2026 | Issue, Resolved
q PROBLEMATIC Summary (updated 6/22/26): Two County leaders have now responded to our call for a countywide anti-displacement strategy. While we appreciate that engagement, important questions remain about whether existing programs and planning efforts amount to a...
by DavidG | Jun 1, 2026 | Issue, Resolved
q PROBLEMATIC Summary (Updated 6/8/26): Last week, GAP supporters sent emails and made public comments urging Buncombe County to develop a comprehensive anti-displacement strategy. We appreciate everyone who took action. The good news is that County Commissioners...
