What we do Last updated or reviewed on February 10, 2026 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 ONLINE DEVELOPMENT-RELATED SERVICES: Pay fees, submit a digital permit application, schedule an inspection, report a food truck. See other Related Services below for additional development services available to you. Click here for Online Development-Related Services. ZONING SERVICES: Zoning enforcement resources and zoning verification letters. Click here for Zoning Services. PLANNER OF THE DAY: 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. Navigate to the tab at the top of the page, or click here for more information on Boards and Commissions. Updated information regarding the operations of all boards and commissions can be found by clicking here to visit the City Clerk’s page. Click here to 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 Meet with a Development Liaison The Development Liaison helps coordinate across departments, clarify requirements, and support projects facing prolonged timelines, conflicting standards, or unique property hardships — especially in flood-impacted areas. 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 Eagle and Market Street Enhancements Click to read more. Asheville’s Plan for Growth and Development Click to read more. 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. Explore Related ProjectsPlanning and Urban Design News City of Asheville Moves Forward with Sidewalk Restoration on North Lexington Avenue; Public Information Session Scheduled for February 26 Posted on February 11, 2026February 10, 2026 by Kim Miller The City of Asheville is moving forward with a sidewalk restoration project on North Lexington Avenue aimed at improving pedestrian safety and accessibility. The public is invited to attend an upcoming informational engagement session on Thursday, February 26. This session will offer a direct opportunity to view initial renderings of project plans and ask questions of the project team. 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 Explore Planning and Urban Design News
Meet with a Development Liaison The Development Liaison helps coordinate across departments, clarify requirements, and support projects facing prolonged timelines, conflicting standards, or unique property hardships — especially in flood-impacted areas.
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 Moves Forward with Sidewalk Restoration on North Lexington Avenue; Public Information Session Scheduled for February 26 Posted on February 11, 2026February 10, 2026 by Kim Miller The City of Asheville is moving forward with a sidewalk restoration project on North Lexington Avenue aimed at improving pedestrian safety and accessibility. The public is invited to attend an upcoming informational engagement session on Thursday, February 26. This session will offer a direct opportunity to view initial renderings of project plans and ask questions of the project team.
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
