departments & agencies
planning & development
Planning & Development
46 Valley St
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 250-4830
Buncombe County Planning and Development provides direction to citizens of Buncombe County, and to those whose actions may directly impact citizens, in maintaining orderly and responsible growth by developing and enforcing ordinances, policies, and procedures relating to the use of land.
The Department provides direction, administration, and support services in special projects and programs undertaken by Buncombe County.
Watch Board Meeting Live (Windows Media Format)
Live video is available only at the time of the meeting. You can view archived meetings on our video page.
Planning Board Meetings are held at 9:30 am on the first and third Mondays of the month.
Board of Adjustments meetings are held at noon on the second Wednesdays of the month.
Planning and Development News
Public Hearing regarding Amendment to Chapter 78, Code of Ordinances, Buncombe County: “The Zoning Ordinance of Buncombe County”
At its meeting on November 17, 2009, the Board of Commissioners considered an amendment to the Buncombe County Code of Ordinances that would expand zoning on a countywide basis.
Workforce Housing Policy
The Buncombe County Commissioners recently adopted the County's first Workforce Housing Policy to address affordable housing in our community.
Meeting Dates
2009 Scheduled Planning Board Meeting Dates
- August 3
- August 17
- September 14
- September 21
2009 Scheduled Board of Adjustments Meeting Dates
- August 12
- September 9
- October 14
Important Documents
Temporary Moratorium Ordinance
- Buncombe County Moratorium Ordinance (May 2009)
Contact Information
Jon Creighton
Director / Assistant County Manager
Planning & Development
46 Valley St
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 250-4830