P&Z Interviews - October 3, 2017

This City of Asheville meeting held on October 3, 2017, consisted primarily of interviews for candidates applying to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z). The discussions focused on candidates' views regarding Asheville's growth, affordable housing challenges, infill development, and downtown construction aesthetics. Several candidates emphasized the need for balancing development with affordability and infrastructure capacity, advocating for proactive zoning policies and incentives to encourage affordable housing. There was also debate about the regulation of new construction design downtown, with some supporting stronger design review processes. While no specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made, the meeting highlighted policy considerations that could influence future development and zoning-related procurement activities in Asheville.