Food truck debate: Downtown Commission passes draft ordinance


This morning marked the Downtown Commission’s final hearing on the mobile-food-vending issue. The DTC deliberated the matter for approximately six months. The meeting culminated with the DTC voting 7-2 in favor of the current proposed ordinance moving forward “as is” to the Planning and Zoning Commission. City Council still has to vote, but it may be only a matter of time before food trucks like Marni Graves’ Pink Taco Truck (above) are allowed in Asheville’s central business district. (photo by Jonathan Welch)

Food truck debate still rolling

Should the city allow food trucks in Asheville’s central business district? The question has turned into a fiery debate, with fierce opinions on both sides. After nearly a year of intense discussion, food-truck vendors are still at odds with many downtown stakeholders — though it’s beginning to look like food trucks will happen downtown, it’s […]

Regarding food trucks in Asheville

Please let me point out that food trucks have been a staple in parts of Boston and Cambridge, Mass., and New York City for years. They add to the rich ambiance of these vibrant cities, all of which have always been major tourist destinations. Food trucks can easily be licensed and monitored for health and […]