“As existing neighborhoods with Asheville’s iconic tree canopy and low population density became saturated — more crowded, hotter, busier and therefore less desirable — property values would definitely drop, diminishing, as Paul wrote, the “pricing power that landowners wield,” but not before developers had made some significant pocket change.”
“Personally, I will miss seeing an open field but understand that infill happens — just make it palatable to those of us who live here.”
“I would like to see a new tree ordinance adopted countywide that increases the number of trees to be planted on property that is being developed.”
“Many residents have never experienced the absence of ‘mountain winter,’ which tourists flee and only the brave endure.”
“We need more trees, not less!”
“What may have initially made sense on a map fails completely in reality.”
“Why are we giving developers a ‘free pass’ to build on every possible square inch of property? What will this reduction in open space do to our tree canopy?”
“If no accommodations are provided now as part of this project, there may never be a chance for this neighborhood and community to have the trees they deserve.”
“Trees are our No. 1 defense against a warming world and, here in Asheville, we’re on a disturbing trend toward canopy loss. Every tree counts.”
“I don’t like seeing all of the deforestation going on.”
“The Sierra Club supports the proposed 3 cents per $100 property tax increase to fund these badly needed initiatives.”
