From the Asheville Citizen Times:
There could be more suggestions coming, Satvika said, but this year it was likely there would be time to get only four through the approval process that will start with a review from the Planning and Zoning Commission and eventually come back to the council for approval.
The seven ideas are:Read the entire article here.
- Cottage Developments: Rules allow clusters of five to 12 homes often around a common space. The homes don't have to follow density limits in three zoning districts. Six such developments have been permitted since 2007. Look at changes such as reducing a 1,000-foot separation space between cottage developments.
- Multifamily Review: Look at allowing more duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes or mid-sized apartments in areas permitted for multifamily construction.
- Lot Standards: Steep slopes and flood areas reduce buildable land in Asheville. Rules now prescribe one-size-fits-all lot standards. Consider more flexibility.
- Tiny House Zoning: A tiny home must now have at least a 5,000-square-foot lot, just like a larger home. Consider allowing smaller lots.
- Higher Density Residential Buffer Zone: The highest residential density district allows 12 to 17 units per acre. Look at allowing more density in a residential overlay zone.
- Conservation Development: Steep slopes and river buffers reduce buildable land in Asheville. Consider allowing developers to put homes closer together if they preserve trees, sensitive land and open space.
- Sustainable Development: Ordinance No. 3980 provides density bonuses for projects with sustainable development practices, but the bonuses have not been used. Determine why and make revisions.
