Asheville Faces $18 Million Crossroads: Home Repairs or New Apartments?

Asheville -- May 6, 2026: Following the recent conclusion of a long-term federal budget stalemate, Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Asheville have reached a fever pitch. This Tuesday, May 12, Asheville City Council will face a defining vote: whether to commit over $17.89 million to new affordable apartment complexes or pivot those funds to assist 132 local homeowners still waiting for help.The debate follows a Tuesday meeting of the Housing and Community Development Committee, where city sta