What we do Last updated or reviewed on October 27, 2025 The Planning and Urban Design Department provides sound, professional land use planning, zoning, urban design and historic preservation and other services to achieve livable and sustainable neighborhoods for everyone. The department is committed to collaborating with our community on its vision for equitable growth and development consistent with Asheville’s adopted plans. Learn more about department services, projects and initiatives by clicking any of the tabs at the top of this page. Scroll down for quick links to some of our more popular services. QUICK LINKS OPEN ONLINE FOR BUSINESS: Access online development-related services, including paying fees, submitting a digital permit application, scheduling an inspection, and reporting a food truck. See other Related Services below for additional development services available to you. ZONING SERVICES: Zoning-related services such as zoning enforcement resources and zoning verification letters. To reach the Planner of the Day for your zoning-related questions, please call 828-259-5450 or email POD@ashevillenc.gov. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: Planning & Urban Design is responsible for managing nine boards and commissions. The Boards and Commissions information can be found at the tab at the top of the page. Updated information regarding the operations of all boards and commissions can be found on the City Clerk’s page. Visit https://www.ashevillerecovers.org for the latest updates on Helene Recovery Connect Address 70 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801 and 161 S. Charlotte Street (Zoning and Site Plan Review) Mailing Address P. O. Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802 Phone Number 828-259-5830 Business HoursMonday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Department DirectorStephanie Dahl Additional LinksStaff Directory Related Services Learn about large-scale development Keep up to date on current projects and applications. Explore city data Public datasets and maps are available on the open data portal at data.ashevillenc.gov. 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. Apply for a homestay permit Apply for a new homestay permit or apply to renew your existing permit. Look up information about a permit Use online tools to look up information about permits Check whether your address is within city limits Search to see if it is within the City of Asheville's permitting jurisdiction. Find location and zoning information Find the zoning information for your project. Explore Related ServicesRelated Projects River Arts District Transportation Improvement Project The purpose of the $35 million project was to rebuild the transportation network along the east side of the French Broad River in the River Arts District, with the long term vision of supporting businesses, residents, artists and the greater community vision adopted in the 2004 Wilma Dykeman RiverWay Master Plan. Coxe Avenue Streetscape Click to read more. Urban Forest Master Plan Click to read more. Explore Related ProjectsPlanning and Urban Design News City of Asheville launches engagement survey for Urban Forest Master Plan Posted on November 18, 2025November 18, 2025 by Kim Miller Calling all community members -- participate in Asheville's urban canopy future -- share your feedback in the Urban Forest Master Plan engagement survey! Asheville to receive $2.4 million in State funding for Biltmore Village infrastructure recovery Posted on November 13, 2025 by Kim Miller The City of Asheville has been awarded $2.4 million in funding from the State of North Carolina’s Department of Commerce’s Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program. read how these essential funds will bolster our community's Helene Recovery and Resilience efforts The City of Asheville announces NEW TIME for ribbon cutting for Fluvial, artwork unveiling: Now November 13, 1:00 p.m. Posted on November 6, 2025November 6, 2025 by Kim Miller Join us for Asheville's new public art installation - Nov 13 11 a.m. on Patton Ave near the S&W Cafeteria Explore Planning and Urban Design News
Explore city data Public datasets and maps are available on the open data portal at data.ashevillenc.gov.
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.
Check whether your address is within city limits Search to see if it is within the City of Asheville's permitting jurisdiction.
River Arts District Transportation Improvement Project The purpose of the $35 million project was to rebuild the transportation network along the east side of the French Broad River in the River Arts District, with the long term vision of supporting businesses, residents, artists and the greater community vision adopted in the 2004 Wilma Dykeman RiverWay Master Plan.
City of Asheville launches engagement survey for Urban Forest Master Plan Posted on November 18, 2025November 18, 2025 by Kim Miller Calling all community members -- participate in Asheville's urban canopy future -- share your feedback in the Urban Forest Master Plan engagement survey!
Asheville to receive $2.4 million in State funding for Biltmore Village infrastructure recovery Posted on November 13, 2025 by Kim Miller The City of Asheville has been awarded $2.4 million in funding from the State of North Carolina’s Department of Commerce’s Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program. read how these essential funds will bolster our community's Helene Recovery and Resilience efforts
The City of Asheville announces NEW TIME for ribbon cutting for Fluvial, artwork unveiling: Now November 13, 1:00 p.m. Posted on November 6, 2025November 6, 2025 by Kim Miller Join us for Asheville's new public art installation - Nov 13 11 a.m. on Patton Ave near the S&W Cafeteria
