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Why Urbanism Matters for Climate Action
When we think about tackling climate change, we often focus on big solutions—transitioning to renewable energy, electrifying cars, or protecting forests. But as The Urbanist argues in a recent article,…
Read MoreBetter Land Use: A Key Climate Solution We Can’t Afford to Ignore
A recent analysis by Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) makes a compelling case for why state-level land-use reform should be a top climate priority for America. As the report highlights, land-use…
Read MoreBuilding Back Smarter: Susan Bean on Missing Middle Housing Post-Hurricane Helene
We’re excited to share that MountainTrue’s Director of Housing and Transportation, Susan Bean, recently had an opinion piece published in the Asheville Citizen-Times. In it, Susan highlights how Asheville and…
Read MoreUnnecessary Parking Makes Homes More Expensive
Our region is experiencing a housing shortage. Our communities don’t have enough homes available to rent or buy at the price points that residents and their families can afford. MountainTrue…
Read MoreMountainTrue’s Development Project Evaluation Guide
Our region’s housing needs and the policies shaping future developments are a central topic of discussion in our communities. With each new development announcement, residents often ask whether the project…
Read MoreWhy We Support the Recent Haw Creek Development in Asheville
Last night, I delivered public comment in support of the development proposed for 767 Haw Creek Road on the east side of Asheville. This project has been a contentious one…
Read MoreDon’t Let Airbnb Overpower Locals.
We need you to act now to defend Buncombe County from powerful special interests who are fighting against reasonable regulations on short-term rentals. If they win, Buncombe County will become even more…
Read MoreMountainTrue Member Spotlight: Rod & Bess Baird
The Bairds have been MountainTrue members for more than a decade. Recently, they’ve focused on supporting the Neighbors for More Neighbors WNC program. Read on to learn why.
Read MoreLet’s Bring Middle Housing Back to Asheville!
Asheville, like the nation and the world, is experiencing both a housing shortage and a climate crisis. Our city simply does not have enough homes available to rent or to…
Read MoreNeighbors for More Neighbors WNC Supports Project Aspire
photo credit: Project Aspire conceptual packet, submitted to City of Asheville Planning and Zoning Commission In September, we sent the letter below to the members of Asheville City Council expressing our…
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