Planning & Zoning Commission - April 1, 2026 (Part 2)

The City of Asheville Planning & Zoning Commission held a meeting on April 1, 2026, focusing primarily on a conditional zoning request for a residential development at 50 Cox Avenue and a conditional zoning amendment for McCormack Field at 30 Buchanan Place. The commission discussed detailed aspects of the residential project, including parking allocations, traffic impact analyses, pedestrian and vehicular safety at key intersections, and green infrastructure commitments such as tree canopy and green roofs. The developers committed to maintaining a maximum of 125 parking spaces, programming parking for residents only, and working with city staff to investigate traffic safety improvements, particularly at the Ravenscraftoft and Hillyard intersection. The commission recommended approval of the zoning request with conditions to explore traffic and pedestrian safety enhancements and resident parking options. Additionally, the commission approved a technical amendment to signage standards for McCormack Field, maintaining existing zoning and traffic conditions. Both motions passed unanimously, with the commission emphasizing ongoing collaboration between developers, city staff, and the community to address safety and environmental concerns.