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Buncombe County voters will decide next month whether to approve $70 million in borrowing for affordable housing, land conservation, and outdoor recreation. The two bond measures follow investments voters approved in 2022. Supporters say another round of funding would sustain that work as the county recovers from Helene and addresses ongoing housing needs. Here are […]
An apartment listing says applicants must earn “60% of AMI or less.” But what does that mean, and how do you know whether you qualify? AMI stands for area median income. It gives housing programs a local reference point for setting income limits, helping determine whom an affordable apartment or rental assistance program can serve. […]
Building more homes is one part of solving Western North Carolina’s housing challenges. Making housing affordable and helping people stay in their homes takes work, too. Mountain Housing Opportunities (MHO) tackles all three challenges through residential development, homeownership assistance, and essential home repairs. We spoke with President and CEO Geoffrey Barton about the cost of […]
The Housing Authority of the City of Asheville (HACA) has become the first housing authority in North Carolina to join the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Work & Dignity Coalition, bringing Asheville’s perspective to a national conversation about employment, economic mobility, and long-term stability for residents receiving housing assistance. HUD launched the coalition […]
For many Asheville-area families, homeownership feels increasingly out of reach. High prices, limited inventory, rising interest rates, and barriers to traditional financing have left even moderate-income households with relatively few viable options. Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity works outside that conventional market by building homes, offering affordable financing, and helping existing homeowners make critical repairs. […]
Housing authorities across the country are facing a common challenge: The need for affordable housing continues to grow while the resources available to provide it are increasingly strained. That challenge was at the center of conversations at the 2026 National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) Summer Symposium, held July 16-17 in Nashville. HACA […]
Housing assistance can be life-changing for individuals and families facing financial challenges, providing access to safe, stable housing while creating a foundation for greater independence. Yet many misconceptions remain about how these programs work and who they serve. Here are five common myths and the facts behind them. Myth #1: My income is too high […]
Construction is officially underway on The Bluffs at River Bend, a 96-unit affordable housing development set to bring much-needed workforce housing to the Woodfin area just north of downtown Asheville. The project, a partnership between local nonprofit developers and Buncombe County, will offer one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments reserved for households earning between 30% and […]
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