January 28, 2025Asheville City Council
From the minutes, not yet reviewedCouncil adopts the proposed text amendments to Chapter 7 of the Asheville Code of Ordinances sections 7-2-4, 7-2-5, and 7-12-1.
Council voted to adopt the proposed text amendments to Chapter 7 of the Asheville Code of Ordinances sections 7-2-4, 7-2-5, and 7-12-1.
- Passed. Everyone present voted yes.
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Official title: Council adopted the proposed text amendments to Chapter 7 of the Asheville Code of Ordinances sections 7-2-4, 7-2-5, and 7-12-1
Carried unanimously
From the minutes: This motion was seconded by Councilwoman Roney and carried unanimously.
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“Councilwoman Ullman moved to adopt the proposed text amendments to Chapter 7 of the Asheville Code of Ordinances sections 7-2-4, 7-2-5, and 7-12-1, and find that the proposed amendments are reasonable, are in the public interest, are consistent with the City's comprehensive plan, and meet the needs of the community in that the amendment will 1) align city regulations with state and federal requirements, 2) clarify development language to better support permit applicants and city staff in the permitting process, and 3) simplify the city code for all users.”
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