Housing Authority News

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 October issue of The HACA Voice is here! This month’s feature introduces readers to Buncombe County Sheriff Quentin Miller, who grew up in Lee Walker Heights. He shares how his roots in affordable housing shaped a career centered on caring for people and building community trust. You’ll also find updates on HACA’s partnership with PorchLight, encouraging […]

Community Baby Shower and Career Day will bring free supplies, career opportunities, training resources, and other support directly to residents The Housing Authority of the City of Asheville (HACA) will host two free events for residents in October, offering residents practical support ranging from baby essentials to career and training opportunities. HACA will host a […]

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. […]

Nikita Lindsey spent much of her life living in public housing. Along the way, she learned an important truth: where you begin doesn’t have to define where you end up. Growing up in Housing Authority of the City of Asheville (HACA) housing, Nikita Lindsey always dreamed of becoming a homeowner. After graduating from high school, […]