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Department: Planning and Urban Design

City of Asheville Moves Forward with Sidewalk Restoration on North Lexington Avenue; Public Information Session Scheduled for February 26

Posted on February 11, 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, 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, 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

Social district downtown activation proposal not to be pursued

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Kim Miller

During the October 14 council meeting, it became evident that a social district fails to achieve a delicate balance as an activation strategy, and therefore, it will not be pursued at this time.

City Council takes action on Helene Recovery items at October 14 Council Meeting

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Kim Miller

At the October 14 City Council meeting, Council members undertook consideration of several Helene Recovery agenda items as the City and community continue to move forward with recovery related projects and needs. This article contains a list of the items, grouped by topic or category, actions, and impacts.

Urban Land Institute Advisory Services Panel Wrap-up with recommendations for Asheville’s recovery

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Kim Miller

ULI's 9-member panel spent five days in Asheville, touring the city's hardest-hit areas, speaking with leaders from local business, neighborhood, and government organizations. Their research observations and recommendations culminate Friday, august 1 into a two-hour presentation to the community and City leaders.

What’s Up AVL! This week the City of Asheville talks CDBG-DR latest

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Kim Miller

On this week’s episode, host Sam Parada brings back regular guest James Shelton, Community Development Division Manager for the City's Economic & Community Development Department. James discusses updates on CDBG-DR and areas where the City is preparing to use the funds on recovery-related projects.

What’s Up AVL! This week the City of Asheville talks community opportunity through the TAP program

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Kim Miller

Listen in on how community organizations and volunteers can take advange of the TAP to further help our community recovery from Tropical Storm Helene

City of Asheville releases Downtown Patton Avenue Corridor Feasibility Study, offering recommendations for the future safety and accessibility of primary downtown thoroughfare

Posted on July 16, 2025 by Kim Miller

The Downtown Patton Avenue Corridor Feasibility Study recommends phased and scalable improvements that can be implemented over time, ensuring cohesive urban development with existing and future infrastructure projects. Read key reccomedations from the final report in this article.

City of Asheville to Host ULI Advisory Services Panel on post-disaster recovery and resiliency

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Meredith Friedheim

The City of Asheville will host an Advisory Services Panel from the Urban Land Institute (ULI) to provide recommendations on strategies for post-disaster economic recovery and long-term resiliency. The ULI panel, composed of national real estate and land use experts, will be in Asheville for a week-long intensive study.

Downtown Improvement District launches services

Posted on June 4, 2025 by Kristina Israel

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Community invited to help create Asheville’s newest public art at a tile making event

Posted on May 27, 2025 by Kim Miller