Board of Adjustment | September 9, 2026

The Buncombe County Board of Adjustment held a meeting on September 9, 2026, primarily focused on zoning and land use matters involving special use permits and variances. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a special use permit for a 305-unit multifamily residential development at 999999 Sweden Creek Road, with detailed presentations on site plans, traffic impact analyses, and stormwater management by expert witnesses and the applicant's representatives. The board approved the permit with conditions addressing stormwater treatment, viewshed protections related to the Blue Ridge Parkway overlay, and traffic signage to prevent cut-through traffic. Additionally, the board considered variances related to lot size and setback requirements for residential properties, including a variance for a lot served by septic instead of sewer and a setback variance for a home and deck placement. The board deliberated on issues such as traffic safety, building height deviations, and procedural compliance, ultimately approving the variances with conditions. Several expert testimonies and public comments were heard, and the board emphasized adherence to county ordinances and coordination with state agencies like the North Carolina Department of Transportation. No direct contract awards or procurement vehicle discussions were noted, but the meeting involved significant land development approvals impacting future construction and infrastructure projects in the county.