Board of Adjustment | September 9, 2026

The Buncombe County Board of Adjustment held a meeting on September 9, 2026, primarily focused on zoning and development matters including special use permits (SUPs) and variances. Key procurement-related discussions involved the approval of two multi-family residential developments: a 305-unit project on Sweden Creek Road and a 312-unit project on Hullbrook Road. Both projects underwent detailed presentations by expert witnesses covering civil engineering, traffic impact analyses, and economic impact assessments. The board discussed site plans, stormwater management, traffic access, building heights, and compliance with zoning ordinances. Conditions of approval were imposed, including requirements for site plan permits, stormwater treatment, and adherence to viewshed analyses related to the Blue Ridge Parkway overlay. The board also approved variances related to lot size and setback requirements for residential properties, including a case where a homeowner built a house under the assumption of city sewer access but had to switch to septic due to infrastructure limitations. Motions to approve the SUPs and variances passed unanimously, with detailed orders read into the record. The meeting included public testimony and addressed concerns about traffic safety, environmental impacts, and compliance with county codes.