Development Services

Project Plan Review

Once you submit your permit application, the maps, construction documents and plans included with your application are reviewed by technical experts to ensure compliance with development codes and regulations. As each reviewer completes the review, he or she will either "sign-off" on the approval or return marked-up plans with comments to the customer for revisions. When the necessary approvals are obtained, you will receive a permit to begin work.

Level I Projects: These projects are subject to ministerial plan review, which means that are reviewed and approved at a city staff level.
Level I Checklist (>5000 square feet)
Level I Sketch Plan Checklist (< 5000 square feet)

Level II Projects(35,000-100,000 square feet or 20-50 multi-family units): Level II projects are reviewed by city staff and the Technical Review Committee. The TRC process includes an opportunity for public input.

Level III Projects (above 100,000 square feet or 50 units) & Major Subdivisions: Level II projects are reviewed by city staff, the Technical Review Committee, the Planning & Zoning Commission and Asheville City Council. This process provides multiple opportunities for public input including a public hearing.