Services Directory
Department: Development Services
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Apply for a commercial site development permit
Submit development plans for Level I, Level II, Level III, Major Subdivision, Conditional Zoning, or Conditional Use projects.Apply for a homestay permit
Apply for a new homestay permit or apply to renew your existing permit.Apply for a trade permit
Apply for residential and commercial electrical, gas piping, plumbing, mechanical, re-roof, or multi-trade permits.
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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 propertyBuild a new house, duplex, townhome or modular home
Links to all of the forms you may need to build a new houseBuild an addition or remodel a house
Forms and guides to remodel or build an addition to a residential property
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Check whether your address is within city limits
Search to see if it is within the City of Asheville's permitting jurisdiction.
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Find location and zoning information
Find the zoning information for your project.Find what permits and licenses you need for your business
Use Asheville's Open for Business wizard to find out what permits and licenses you will need and an estimate of permit fees.
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Learn about large-scale development
Keep up to date on current projects and applications.Look up information about a permit
Use online tools to look up information about permits
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Picnic Shelter Reservations
View parks and recreation shelters that can be reserved and make a reservation.
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Register a commercial development neighborhood meeting notice
Register a notice for a commercial development neighborhood meeting.Register for youth programs
Learn about the City's youth programs, including afterschool, camps, teacher workday programs, athletics, art and music, and more!
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Schedule a mandatory Technical Review Committee pre-application meeting
Schedule your required pre-application meeting for Level II, Level III, Conditional Zoning and Major Subdivision reviews.Schedule an optional early assistance meeting
Receive expert technical advice from staff during the preliminary phase of a project, for prospective business owners, developers, and designers