Asheville Affordable Housing Proposal Draws Fire Over Traffic Concerns
By William Cross | Published 2026-03-14T15:00:44.527Z
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A proposal to build 120 affordable housing units on Asheville's south side has ignited a debate over the city's approach to its housing crisis. The project, planned for a vacant lot on Hendersonville...
A proposal to build 120 affordable housing units on Asheville's south side has ignited a debate over the city's approach to its housing crisis. The project, planned for a vacant lot on Hendersonville Road, is intended to alleviate rising rents and limited housing options. But some residents fear the development will worsen existing traffic congestion and strain local resources, putting the City Council in a difficult position.
Community Divided Over Development
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