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Department: Community and Economic Development

The 2023 City of Asheville Disparity Study supports extending its race- and gender-conscious contracting policy

Posted on October 24, 2023 by Kim Miller

The City of Asheville has released a Disparity Study report detailing its contracting and purchasing activities and practices for the past 5 years. A Disparity Study is a type of research study that is designed to assess whether there are disparities, or differences, in the participation rates and opportunities for various groups in a particular program or industry. The goal of a disparity study is to identify any barriers or obstacles that may be preventing certain groups from participating fully, and to develop strategies to promote greater diversity and inclusion.

New Federal Housing Administration policies expand financing for Accessory Dwelling Units, supporting the City of Asheville’s housing policy

Posted on October 23, 2023 by Kim Miller

The city announces that the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) just released a new policy that now expands access to mortgage financing for homes that have or will include Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). ADUs are also known as backyard cottages, mother-in-law suites, basement apartments, ancillary units, carriage houses, and garage apartments. The City of Asheville supports ADUs as a way to spur the development of more affordable housing options and promote diversity in the types of housing choices available for residents.

City of Asheville Business Inclusion Office to Host second MWBE Vendor Outreach Event in Asheville

Posted on October 23, 2023 by Kim Miller

The Asheville Business Inclusion (ABI) office is excited to announce it will host a Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) outreach event on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The event welcomes all Minority- and Women-owned businesses operating in the construction trades or offering services related to construction. Attendance from Prime contractors seeking collaboration opportunities with MWBE vendors is highly encouraged.

The City of Asheville announces the Homelessness Learning Series for November and December

Posted on October 19, 2023 by Kim Miller

The Homelessness Division of the City of Asheville Community and Economic Development Department invites members of the public to join them for an informative learning series focused on homelessness in our community. Individual sessions can be attended in either November and/or December. The series offers community members the opportunity to learn more about the causes, responses, and actions that surround the homelessness issue in Asheville and the region.

Code Purple program goes into effect October 15, 2023

Posted on October 12, 2023 by Kim Miller

The Code Purple program kicks off this year on October 15, 2023 and runs through April 30, 2024.

City of Asheville announces grant opportunities through partnership with ArtsAVL

Posted on September 27, 2023 by Kim Miller

Help the community preserve public arts and cultural programming. Non-profit organizations, engaged in community events that promote cultural heritiage, diversity and the creative arts, can apply for a City of Asheville Event Support Grant facilitated by ArtsAVL

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The City of Asheville hosts The Homelessness Learning Series for the Asheville community in October and November

Posted on September 27, 2023 by Kim Miller

Join the City of Asheville Communiy and Economic development Department / Homelessness Division as they host an informational learning series focused on homelessness in our community.

City of Asheville to Hold Disparity Study Public Hearing on September 19, 2023

Posted on September 5, 2023 by Kim Miller

The City of Asheville’s Community and Economic Development Department announces its upcoming Disparity Study Public Hearing, an essential step in evaluating and improving the City’s Business Inclusion program.

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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 [...]

City of Asheville transfers real estate at 3 Hunt Hill Place to My Daddy Taught Me That

Posted on August 11, 2023 by Kim Miller

On Friday, the City of Asheville announced that the conveyance of City-owned property at 3 Hunt Hill Place was complete. The new owner, KL Training Solutions, received the property for $1 after the City Council voted on April 25, 2023, in support of the transaction. According to the April staff report, KL Training [...]

Who’s up this week on What’s Up AVL! Community and Economic Development Division Manager Rachel Taylor

Posted on August 10, 2023 by Kim Miller

What’s Up AVL! The City of Asheville’s bi-monthly radio show gives the community the chance to take a deep dive with the City of Asheville staff and departments. Learn about different departments and what projects are taking place in your community. This Week’s Guest: This week, the City of Asheville host Sam Parada sat down with the Economic [...]

Asheville Business Inclusion Office to Host a Vendor Outreach Event in Asheville

Posted on July 27, 2023 by Kim Miller

The Asheville Business Inclusion (ABI) office is excited to announce it will host a Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) outreach event on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Maple Crest Apartments Community Room, located at 20 Lee Garden Lane, Asheville, NC 28801 (address corrected). The [...]

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Asheville Asks: How can Asheville renters make their voices heard?

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Kim Miller

Do you live and rent in the City of Asheville? Do you want an opportunity to share your experience as a renter? The City wants to hear from you! Our Community and Economic Development staff is addressing housing in Asheville by looking at what we call “missing middle housing”. “Missing middle housing” refers to housing types, such as [...]

City of Asheville announces third round of Neighborhood Matching Grant awards

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Kim Miller

More than $62,000 awarded to 13 neighborhood projects

Independent Review Committee on Water Outage presents its report to City Council

Posted on June 13, 2023 by Kim Miller

City Council received the report and presentation from the Independent Review Committee (IRC) at the Council’s scheduled June 13 meeting. The IRC was seated to review the water outage experienced by some City of Asheville water customers in late December 2022 and early January 2023. “We thank the IRC members for their diligent work and volunteer [...]

City of Asheville announces new Division Manager for Community Development, Dennis Newburn

Posted on May 15, 2023 by Kim Miller

The City of Asheville welcomes Dennis Newburn to its Community and Economic Development department. Newburn will serve as Community Development Division Manager and manage the HOME and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs. He brings extensive experience in the areas of program administration, project management, contract compliance, program monitoring, and community planning. Newburn comes to Asheville [...]

Annual Point-In-Time Count data indicates homelessness in Asheville on a slight decline

Posted on May 10, 2023 by Kim Miller

The 2023 Point-in-Time (PIT) results were submitted to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on April 28 as part of Asheville’s Continum of Care designation. The annual count was conducted on January 31, 2023, with the help of 75 volunteers, the largest number of volunteers to date. Emily Ball, Homeless Strategy Division Manager [...]

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