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Seeking Eligible Homeowners for Housing Rehabilitation Grant: Henderson County will be awarded  $400,000 of federal funds to rehabilitate 8 to 10 homes in Henderson County. These homes must be owned and occupied by low-income households. Mobile homes are not eligible. The form of assistance will be no interest, no payment loans which are forgiven over time. You may be eligible if your income is at or below the figures shown here. Read More.

The Census Data Available: The US Census Bureau has released its population count for North Carolina and its counties. The population count for Henderson County was 106,740 persons as of April 1, 2010... Read full story.

 

Our Mission: Plan growth to sustain and Enhance the quality of life.

The purpose of the Henderson County Planning Department is to provide staff support and technical assistance to the Henderson County Board of Commissioners, Planning Board, Technical Review Committee, Transportation Advisory Committee, Historical Resources Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, and Environmental Advisory Committee. Planning staff also works with and assists other County Departments, governmental agencies, public officials, and the public. The Planning Director reports directly to the County Manager. Please click here for the most recent Henderson County Profile of Statistical Information.

The Planning Department, under the direction of the Board of Comissioners and supervision of the County Manager's Office:

  1. Conducts studies and develops plans containing recommendations for the future development of the County;
  2. Prepares ordinances intented to protect the public health, safety and welfare;
  3. Administers regulations regarding the subdivision of land; and
  4. Assists the public with questions on land use matters.

Any questions or comments about this site should be directed to planning@hendersoncountync.org.