Build an addition or remodel a house
Forms and guides to remodel or build an addition to a residential property
Department: Development Services
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
Check whether your address is within city limits
Search to see if it is within the City of Asheville's permitting jurisdiction.
Wildlife reports or complaints
Information on how to report a concern involving wildlife or bears.
Catch a domestic nuisance animal
Learn how to borrow a trap from the City to catch a domestic nuisance animal.
Spay and neuter law
All dogs and cats six months of age or older must be spayed or neutered, or the owner must posses an Unaltered Pet Permit.
Get or renew a dog license
Dogs must be licensed every year on January 1. Learn about the process and fees.
Get an animal permit
Learn how to acquire a required permit for keeping 7 or more animals (including bees, fowl, or livestock such as goats, horses, ponies, and exotic pets which require permits.)
Report a lost animal
Learn how to report a missing dog, cat, or other animal.