# Historic Resources Commission (In-Person) (Nov 12, 2025)

**Body:** City of Asheville — Historic Resources Commission
**Date:** November 12, 2025 4:00 PM EST (2025-11-12T16:00:00-05:00)
**Location:** 70 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801, USA

**Link:** https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/56

## Summary

The Asheville & Buncombe County Historic Resources Commission convened in-person on November 12, 2025, in the First Floor Conference Room. The meeting’s primary focus was the review and potential approval of requests concerning historic properties, with a significant portion dedicated to matters within the Montford neighborhood. Commissioners, staff, and members of the public were in attendance to participate in discussions and hearings related to proposed alterations to historic structures.

The meeting began with the approval of the minutes from the October 2025 meeting, establishing a record of previous proceedings. Following that, a new commissioner was formally sworn in, officially adding them to the commission's ranks. A key portion of the meeting was then dedicated to three public hearings, all concerning properties in Montford. The first hearing addressed a request for after-the-fact window replacement at 5 East Waneta Street. The second hearing focused on a proposal to replace porch screening with windows at 52 Cumberland Circle, and the final hearing considered plans for a one-story addition to the property at 54 West Chestnut Street. Discussions surrounding these proposals involved considerations of architectural compatibility, adherence to historic preservation guidelines, and potential impacts on the character of the Montford neighborhood. While specific outcomes of these hearings were not detailed in the provided documentation, they constituted a significant portion of the meeting’s agenda.

Beyond the public hearings, the meeting included a brief reminder regarding a special work session scheduled for November 14th. This suggests that further discussion or action related to a specific topic will continue in the near future. Finally, an open forum was provided for commissioners, members of the public, and staff to offer additional comments or raise concerns. This opportunity allowed for broader engagement on historic preservation matters within Asheville and Buncombe County.

Looking ahead, the commission will continue its work with a special session planned for November 14th. Interested parties can find more information about the Historic Resources Commission and its activities on the city of Asheville’s website: ashevillenc.gov/hrc.

## Agenda

- [Adoption of the October 8, 2025 Minutes and Findings of Fact & Conclusions of Law](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/56/item/2299)
- [Swearing In](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/56/item/2300)
- [Public Hearings - Certificates of Appropriateness and Preliminary Subdivision Approval Requests](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/56/item/2301)
- [East Waneta Street (PIN 9649123772) - After the fact replacement of windows on the rear elevation. Applicant: David Humphrey](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/56/item/2302)
- [Cumberland Circle (PIN 9649047709) - Replacement of screening on rear porch with windows. Applicant: Jane Haverty](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/56/item/2303)
- [West Chestnut Street (PIN 9649232044) - Construction of a one-story addition on the rear elevation. Applicant: Paul Heathman](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/56/item/2304)
- [Other Business](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/56/item/21473)
- [Reminder Special Work Session Friday, Nov. 14 at 9 a.m.](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/56/item/2305)
- [Other Comments from Commissioners, Public and Staff](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/56/item/2306)

## Video & Transcript

- Recording: https://youtube.com/live/6zVASUowMsE?feature=share
- Transcript: https://sunshinemeetings.org/transcript/39/segments

## Documents

- [agenda_2025-11-12.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/56?document=1307)

## Sources

- [City of Asheville WordPress](https://www.ashevillenc.gov/government/meetings/historic-resources-commission-in-person-nov-12-2025/)
- [Agenda Briefing](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1gwKwpIeq5JfQ4aFoW3NubvrnzxcP4-e_?usp=drive_link)