Swannanoa Small Area Plan
Swannanoa Small Area Plan
The Buncombe County 2043 Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2023 and identified the Swannanoa corridor as one of several areas of the county in need of more detailed planning. The devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene have increased the need for a plan for Swannanoa's future growth and recovery. A Small Area Plan identifies a specific neighborhood or geographic boundary and outlines a detailed plan for addressing future change in a way that responds to the unique characteristics and needs of the area. This page will be used to provide updates during the planning process.
Events
Draft Plan Poll
Take the Draft Plan Poll
A draft of the full Swannanoa Small Area & Resilience Plan is now available for community feedback. The Draft Plan Poll is open until August 17 and is the final community engagement step before public hearings in front of the Planning Board and Board of Commissioners.
View the Draft Plan Exhibit
Before you take the survey, additional information including an outline of the planning process, summaries of community feedback, and a review of the recommendations in the plan will be on display at a series of Drop-In Exhibits. You can walk through a virtual version of those exhibit below.