Nearly 18 months after Tropical Storm Helene struck our community, Buncombe County continues to offer reduced permitting fees for residents recovering from storm damage through the Reduce to Rebuild program.
“We know our community has been through a lot and helping people get back into their homes is a big deal for our team,” said Permits & Inspections Director Jason Rogers. “Reducing permitting and planning fees to support rebuilding is good news. We have processed around 400 permits through the Reduce to Rebuild program.”
With the approval of the FY2027 budget, this program is extended through June 30, 2027.
Reduce to Rebuild
Buncombe County provides a 100 percent reduction on planning and permitting fees for residents who are repairing or rebuilding homes damaged by Helene. The program helps storm survivors by lowering County-controlled costs during recovery…