What we do Last updated or reviewed on November 1, 2024 DSD is open and prioritizing storm-related emergency permitting CLICK HERE FOR TROPICAL STORM HELENE PERMITTING Click here for emergency permitting Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Click here for helpful business reopening information Click here for information on green/yellow/red tags Click here for TS Helene Electrical Permit Self-Evaluation Report information The Development Services Department (DSD) promotes safety, livability and positive economic growth to build a better and safer Asheville. DSD processes permits, performs inspections, maintains records and helps customers navigate the development process. The DSD Permit Application Center (PAC) is located at 161 S. Charlotte St. and open to the public on Monday to Friday from 8:30 am until 5:00 pm (closed public holidays). Access all DSD services online through the Development Portal: Visit the Development Portal Permit Application Center (Main Line): 828-259-5846 PAC@ashevillenc.gov Zoning Hotline: 828-259-5450 POD@ashevillenc.gov Building Code Hotline: 828-259-5967 buildingsafety@ashevillenc.gov Stormwater / Grading / Flood Hotline: 828-259-5670 stormwater@ashevillenc.gov Current Development Map Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Connect Address 161 S. Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone Number 828-259-5846 Email Address pac@ashevillenc.gov Business HoursMonday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.DirectorMark MathenyAdditional LinksStaff Directory Related Services Animal services Learn about what kinds of pets can be kept in Asheville, as well as processes for licenses and pet vaccination requirements. Learn about large-scale development Keep up to date on current projects and applications. Register a commercial development neighborhood meeting notice Register a notice for a commercial development neighborhood meeting. Schedule a Technical Review Committee Pre-Application Meeting Schedule your required pre-application meeting for Level II, Level III, Conditional Zoning and Major Subdivision reviews. Schedule an optional early assistance meeting Receive expert technical advice from staff during the preliminary phase of a project, for prospective business owners, developers, and designers Apply for a commercial site development permit Submit development plans for Level I, Level II, Level III, Major Subdivision, Conditional Zoning, or Conditional Use projects. Apply for a homestay permit Apply for a new homestay permit or apply to renew your existing permit. Build an addition or remodel a house Forms and guides to remodel or build an addition to a residential property Apply for a trade permit Apply for residential and commercial electrical, gas piping, plumbing, mechanical, re-roof, or multi-trade permits. Build a detached structure or deck Guide and forms to build a deck, shed, solar array, retaining wall, swimming pool, or other accessory structure on a residential property Build a new house, duplex, townhome or modular home Links to all of the forms you may need to build a new house Look up information about a permit Use online tools to look up information about permits Explore Related ServicesDevelopment Services News Sustainability Department shares results of sustainability rebates survey Posted on August 27, 2024 by Christy Edwards Thanks to everyone who took our sustainability building rebates survey! We are writing to give a quick update on the findings of the survey. We received a total of 34 responses and 65% of respondents don’t currently participate in the rebate program, mostly because they didn’t know that the program existed. Regarding potential changes to the rebate [...] City of Asheville announces new Hotel Overlay dashboard Posted on August 23, 2024 by Kim Miller NEW Hotel Overlay Dashboard allows community members to find and understand Hotel Overlay District information City of Asheville celebrates new homeowners with Habitat for Humanity Posted on August 11, 2023 by Kim Miller For those hoping to secure a home – there’s nothing quite like signing your name on the dotted line. On August 3, several City of Asheville Council Members were on hand to watch that dream come true for some local families. The City of Asheville was one of the sponsors, working with the local nonprofit Habitat for [...] Explore Development Services News
Animal services Learn about what kinds of pets can be kept in Asheville, as well as processes for licenses and pet vaccination requirements.
Register a commercial development neighborhood meeting notice Register a notice for a commercial development neighborhood meeting.
Schedule a Technical Review Committee Pre-Application Meeting Schedule your required pre-application meeting for Level II, Level III, Conditional Zoning and Major Subdivision reviews.
Schedule an optional early assistance meeting Receive expert technical advice from staff during the preliminary phase of a project, for prospective business owners, developers, and designers
Apply for a commercial site development permit Submit development plans for Level I, Level II, Level III, Major Subdivision, Conditional Zoning, or Conditional Use projects.
Build an addition or remodel a house Forms and guides to remodel or build an addition to a residential property
Apply for a trade permit Apply for residential and commercial electrical, gas piping, plumbing, mechanical, re-roof, or multi-trade permits.
Build a detached structure or deck Guide and forms to build a deck, shed, solar array, retaining wall, swimming pool, or other accessory structure on a residential property
Build a new house, duplex, townhome or modular home Links to all of the forms you may need to build a new house
Sustainability Department shares results of sustainability rebates survey Posted on August 27, 2024 by Christy Edwards Thanks to everyone who took our sustainability building rebates survey! We are writing to give a quick update on the findings of the survey. We received a total of 34 responses and 65% of respondents don’t currently participate in the rebate program, mostly because they didn’t know that the program existed. Regarding potential changes to the rebate [...]
City of Asheville announces new Hotel Overlay dashboard Posted on August 23, 2024 by Kim Miller NEW Hotel Overlay Dashboard allows community members to find and understand Hotel Overlay District information
City of Asheville celebrates new homeowners with Habitat for Humanity Posted on August 11, 2023 by Kim Miller For those hoping to secure a home – there’s nothing quite like signing your name on the dotted line. On August 3, several City of Asheville Council Members were on hand to watch that dream come true for some local families. The City of Asheville was one of the sponsors, working with the local nonprofit Habitat for [...]
