Asheville Affordable Housing Plan: Density Debate Heats Up
By William Cross | Published 2026-02-20T11:00:55.678Z
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Affordable housing proposal sparks debate in Asheville. Learn about the density concerns and community opposition. Read more now!
A proposed development on Asheville's south side has ignited a debate over affordable housing, growth, and density in the city, according to the Asheville Citizen-Times. The project, planned for a vacant lot on Hendersonville Road, has become a flashpoint in discussions about how Asheville should address its housing crisis.
The development, proposed by a local nonprofit, would offer a mix of income-restricted apartments and townhomes for individuals and families earning below the area median inc
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