Costco's Asheville Store Plan Moves Forward After Zoning Approval
What happened
On October 13, Asheville City Council approved a zoning change to accommodate Costco's proposed store. The council's vote was unanimous. Costco successfully requested and was approved to reduce the required tree canopy coverage from 15% to 13% in the project.
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Why it matters
The proposed store is projected to create 300 jobs in Asheville. The zoning approval allows the large-scale retail expansion to proceed, impacting local commercial activity and employment.
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Who's involved
- CostcoPlanning the new retail facility in Asheville
- AshevilleLocation of the proposed retail development
- city councilGoverning body that approved the zoning change
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Buncombe CountySpeculative
Buncombe County could see an increase in the county's tax base and local employment due to the new commercial development.
- AshevilleSpeculative
Asheville might experience local economic stimulus through the creation of 300 jobs.