PUBLIC NOTICE: State of Emergency Severe Weather - Winter Storm

Mayor Peter O'Leary proclaimed a State of Emergency within the municipal limits of
Chimney Rock Village on Thursday, January 22. This move empowers all law enforcement officers and all other such emergency management, employees, staff and emergency
personnel working take actions in the best interest of public safety and protection; and requires that all citizens are ordered to comply with the emergency laws, ordinances and any emergency reaction plan. Full Proclamation

 

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.​

 

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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