Asheville City Council Candidate Corey Atkins

City council elections will be happening in Asheville this fall. Right now there are 15 candidates in the field. On October 6th there will be a primary to narrow the field to 6 candidates vying for 3 seats. The general election will take place on November 3rd to elect these new city council representatives. 

Asheville SHAC posed the following question to all 15 candidates: 

"What's your position on increasing density / affordable housing in Asheville via micro housing?" 

In the time leading up to the election we will share the candidates' answers in the order in which they respond. If you're a resident of the city of Asheville we encourage you to vote in October and November.

*SHAC as an organization does not endorse any specific candidate, though our individual members may. The candidates' answers will be provided for informational purposes only.

Here is answer from city council candidate Corey Atkins. 

I believe we should explore all avenues when it comes to making affordable housing available to all Asheville residents. Though a relatively new concept (at least in the mainstream), I think micro housing, or small homes, are a neat, cost effective way to accomplish that goal. We could use that industry to not only create infill development and efficient, sustainable living, but also to create a niche industry locally. I also support the density bonus for development here in Asheville. I am happy to hear more from your advocacy group on current projects and/or concerns with how the City is currently handling this issue.

You can find out more about Atkins' campaign at his website.