Press release from Buncombe County:
Buncombe County has an expedited process for reopening food service establishments.
Restaurant operators should complete the Emergency Operations Plan for Food Service Establishments. Once a form has been submitted, food service operators will receive notification if a visit from Environmental Health is required before reopening. An inspector will reach out to you to schedule the visit.
If an establishment does not require a visit to reopen, they may reopen at a time convenient to the establishment. Environmental Health will make a routine visit to verify compliance with the answers submitted.
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