PUBLIC NOTICE: January 7, 2026 Meeting
The Chimney Rock Village Council and Village Planning Board with support staff will hold a joint workshop on Wednesday, January 7th at 5:30 pm at the Chimney Rock Volunteer Fire Department. This will be a meeting to review the water and sewer assets of the Village and their benefits.
RENEW NC HOUSING PROGRAM EXTENDED
On December 26, Renew NC announced the deadline for western North Carolina homeowners to apply for assistance through its Single-Family Housing Program was extended to January 31. The extension provides an additional four weeks for eligible homeowners to submit applications for help with repairing, reconstructing, or replacing homes damaged by Hurricane Helene.
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Homeowners seeking more information about the Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program can visit www.RenewNC.org, call (888) 791-0207, or visit an in-person location in Asheville, Boone, or Marion, where case managers are available Monday through Saturday from 8am to 6pm. Program staff can help determine if the homeowner qualifies for assistance.
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RFQ ECONOMIC IMPACT STUDY: Raise the Rock Recovery Action Plan
Chimney Rock Village | Rutherford County Tourism Development Authority
Submittals Due: 11:00 AM, January 15, 2026
Estimated Budget: Up to $50,000
NEW BUSINESS GRANTS AVAILABLE
Thanks to a $25,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation which was matched by Chimney Rock Economic Development & Investment Team (CREDIT), businesses in the municipal limits now can apply for additional assistance. Grants up to $5,000 are available to support, restore and retain small businesses. Funds must be paid directly to the supplier, vendor or contractor providing support to the business or business property. The project or purchase must be completed on or before March 25, 2026. More information and grant application.
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THE VILLAGE IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS
Shops and restaurants are open for business and look forward to welcoming you back. You can park in the public area at the western edge of the Village. There is limited street parking. If you plan to visit Chimney Rock State park, please visit their website to reserve your time. The park is open daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The safest route into Chimney Rock Village is NC 9 through Lake Lure. All other routes remain closed to non-local traffic, including US 74A from Asheville, US 64 from Hendersonville, and NC 9 from Black Mountain.
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​​​​​​​​Mayor Peter O'Leary and the Village Council
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