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County reports about 150 demolition applications after Helene; 42 demolitions completed so far, agency cites permitting and NESHAP implications
Summary
Director Ashley told the board the county processed around 150 demolition/asbestos applications tied to Hurricane Helene recovery but has completed roughly 42 demolitions; FEMA-grouped projects change regulatory coverage (NESHAP) and staff described using enforcement discretion where individual homeowners removed structures without permits.
Ashley, the agency director, provided the board an update on post‑Helene demolition work and permitting. She said the office received roughly 150 applications for demolition/asbestos removal as part of FEMA programs and private‑property debris removal but has processed about 42 actual demolitions so far, with others dropping out or completing work outside the program.
Ashley explained a key regulatory point: when demolitions are grouped as part of FEMA work the projects are treated under federal NESHAP (asbestos) regulations, which…
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