Helene Recovery Fee Relief Proposed

Asheville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency is rolling out major fee changes tied to Buncombe County’s “Reduce to Rebuild” initiative, aiming to slash or eliminate permit fees for storm-damaged home repairs following Tropical Storm Helene. Announced February 9th in the Asheville Citizen Times, the proposal enters a public comment period—giving residents a voice before final approval. The goal? Lighten the financial load on homeowners so they can rebuild faster and easier. A draft fee schedule is available for review, and the agency invites questions or feedback directly. This is a crucial step…