Jan 6, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardAffordable Housing Subcommittee Meeting
The meeting featured an update on the Asheville Housing Authority's missions, goals, and the administration of the Housing Choice Voucher program, including both tenant-based and project-based vouchers. The discussion covered current waitlist statistics, income limits, and the housing authority's role in leveraging bond financing to support local developments. Additionally, the subcommittee reviewed upcoming 'Moving to Work' initiatives, such as stepped rent models and new work requirements, as well as the implementation of new waitlist preferences targeting households experiencing homelessness or domestic violence.