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ORANGECOUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: October 1. 1996
Action Agenda
Item # 8-L'
SUBJECT: SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS TEXT AMENDMENT(Cluster Subdivisions
in Rural Buffer)
Section IV-B-9 Cluster Developments
Section III-D Approval Procedures for Major Subdivisions
Section V-A Specifications for Plat Drawings(Concept Plans in Rural Buffer)
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING PUBLIC HEARING Yes_X No
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED Yes_X—No
ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT:
Proposed Amendment Mary Willis
8/26/96 Public Hearing Minutes(draft) Extension 2583
9/4/96 Planning Board Minutes(draft)
TELEPHONE NUMBERS:
Hillsborough-732-8181
Durham -688-7331
Mebane -227-2031
Chapel Hill-967-9251
PURPOSE: To consider a proposed amendment to re-adopt cluster subdivision provisions
and Concept Plan application and approval procedures in the Rural Buffer.
BACKGROUND On May 1, 1996, the Board of Commissioners approved Flexible
Development regulations to encourage the preservation of open space in
subdivision designs. The flexible development provisions superseded the
previous cluster subdivision provisions and they were deleted from the
ordinance. Also deleted were the previous application and approval
procedures for Concept Plan, replaced by the flexible development
application and approval procedures.
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The flexible development provisions are applicable in all residential
zoning districts except the Rural Buffer .Deleting the previous cluster
regulations and Concept Plan application and approval procedures had the
unintended result of eliminating those provisions in the Rural Buffer. The
Planning Staff recommends that the previous provisions be re-adopted to
apply to that district only.
The proposed amendment was presented for public hearing on August 26,
1996. There were no comments.
The Planning Board considered the proposed amendment on September 4,
1996 and recommended approval. The vote was unanimous.
RECOMMENDATION: Close the public hearing and receive the Planning Board
recommendation.
The Administration recommends approval of the proposed
amendment.
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PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
ORDINANCE: SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
REFERENCE: IV-13-9 Cluster Developments
III-D Approval Procedures for Major Subdivisions
V-A Specifications for Plat Drawings(Concept Plans in Rural Buffer)
ORIGIN OF AMENDMENT: X Staff Planning Board
BOCC Public
Other:
STAFF PRIORITY RECOMMENDATION: X_High Middle Low
Comment:
PUBLIC HEARING DATE: August 26, 1996
PURPOSE OF AMENDMENT:
To consider an amendment to the Subdivision Regulations applicable in the Rural Buffer, to
allow cluster subdivisions and to specify Concept Plan application and approval procedures.
IMPACTS/ISSUES:
On May 1, 1996, the Board of Commissioners approved Flexible Development regulations to
encourage the preservation of open space in subdivision designs. The flexible development
provisions are applicable in all residential zoning districts except the Rural Buffer. Because the
Rural Buffer is in the Joint Planning Area, application of the flexible development regulations
would have required approval of the governing boards of Orange County, Chapel Hill and
Carrboro.
Prior to adoption of the flexible 'development regulations, Section IV-13-10 consisted of
standards and procedures for cluster subdivisions, and was applicable to all residential zoning
districts. The flexible development provisions superseded the previous cluster subdivision
provisions and they were deleted from the ordinance. Also deleted were the previous
application and approval procedures for Concept Plan, replaced by the flexible development
application and approval procedures.
Deleting the previous cluster regulations had the unintended result of eliminating any provision
for clustering in the Rural Buffer. Until such time as subdivision regulations pertaining to the
Rural Buffer are revised to reflect alternative development strategies such as flexible
development or the previously-recommended rural character strategies, development there will
be limited to conventional subdivision design, with each lot containing a minimum area of two
acres (two acres/five acres in University Lake Watershed).
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Deleting the previous Concept Plan application and approval procedures had the unintended
result of leaving no provisions for Concept Plan approval in the Rural Buffer.
Since it was not the expressed intent of the Board of Commissioners to eliminate cluster
subdivisions or Concept Plan requirements in the Rural Buffer, the Planning Staff recommends
that the previous provisions be re-adopted. The text is modified as needed to reflect that the
provisions are only applicable in the Rural Buffer. Approval of this amendment would maintain
the opportunity to provide open space and protect sensitive resources through subdivision design
until other regulations specific to the Rural Buffer are adopted by the three governing boards.
EXISTING ORDINANCE PROVISIONS AND PROPOSED
AMENDMENT:
SECTION IV - REQUIRED MINIMUM DESIGN STANDARDS
IV-B-9 CLUSTER DEVELOPMENTS
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Cluster development allows for greater design flexibility and originals
permit the reasonable use of land with difficult physical conditions
!topography, floodplain, unique natural areas. etc. respect the physical
qualities of the land. reduce the overall development and public costs and,
preserve open space to serve recreational. scenic and public service purposes.
Cluster developments permit the modification and variation of lot and ,
requirements Provided that the sum of reductions in lot area becomes
common open and for recreation space for the benefit of all residents of the
cluster development or for dedication to public use.
Cluster development may be required where protection of environmental
resources identified in "An Inventory of Site of Cultural, Historic.
Recreational, Biological. and Geological Significance in the Unincorporated
Portions of Orange County" or "Inventory of the Natural Areas and Wildlife
Habitats of Orange County- North Carolina" cannot be accomplished through
the development of a standard subdivision Otherwise cluster developments
are an option for the developer. However. all cluster developments whether
q ' ed or opted for by the developer, shall be done in compliance with the
provisions and standards related to or referring to cluster developments
contained in this Section.
IV-B-9-b Application Criteria
Cluster developments may be approved in the Rural Buffer zoning district
upon the following findings.
a) The tract is a minimum of 400,000 square feet
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-A-=roved water supply and wastewater treatment systems are
available and each lot is served by separate water supply and
es werage connections.
C) The total number of lots proposed for the tract. excluding parcels o
reserved recreation/open space is not greater than the number
determined by dividing the gross land area, excluding public and
private road ri t -of-way by the minimum lot size required for the
Rural Buffer zoning district and University Lake Watershed (where
applicable).
d) The recreation/open pace reserved within the tract conforms Section
IV-B-7-b.
el The minimum amount of land reserved as recreation/opensnace shall
be the sum of all reductions in minimum lot area as a result of the
cluster form of development and/or the minimum recreation/open
space required in Section IV-B-7-b- whichever is greater.
f) Cluster opgn r
space shall not include areas devoted to public or private
vehicular streets.
g,) Cluster developments in the UNIV-PH and UNIV-CA Watershed
Protection Overlay Districts shall comply with the development
standards as set forth in Article 6.23.9 of the Oran2e Co=ty Zoning
Ordinance.
IV-B-9-c Reductions in Lot and Setback Requirements
For lots created as part of a cluster development. minimum lot area, lot
width and setback requirements as specified in Article 4.1.2 of the Orange
o my Zoning Ordinance may be reduced as set forth below.
a minimum lot ments may be reduced to no less than one
acre.
b Minimum lot width requirements may be reduced to no less than 104
f�.
C. Minimum front setback requirements may be reduced to thirty (30)
feet except where the front lot line forms an exterior boundary of the
cluster development.
I Minimum rear and side setback requirements may be reduced to ten
(10) feet except where the rear and side lot line forms an exterior
boundary of the cluster development,
IV-B-9-d Ownership of and Conveyance of Cluster Recreation/Open Space 6
a. Cluster recreation/open space shall be dedicated public unless the
Board of Commissioners finds that the size. location, type of
development or cost of development or maintenance of such space or
the availability of public open/recreation space would make ,public use
undesirable or unnecessary.
b. The applicant may reQuest that the cluster recreation/opgn space be
designated for private use.
C. If cluster open/recreation space is not dedicated for public use, it shall
be subject to approved legal arrangements sufficient to assure its
maintenance and preservation for the intended purpose as provided in
Section V - Specifications for Plat Drawings.
d. Open space designed to protect environmental resources identified in
"An Inventory of Sites of Cultural. Historic, Recreational. Biological.
and Geological Significance in the Unincorporated Portions of Orange
County" or "Inventory of the Natural Areas and Wildlife Habitats of
Orange County. North Carolina" shall be adequately protected
through dedication of conservation easements. dedication to Orange
County- restrictive covenants. or other means.found appropriate for
the long-term preservation of the particular site or resource.
IV-B-9-e Approval of Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan or Minor Subdivision
Final Plat ftr Cluster Subdivisions)
An approved major subdivision preliminary plan or minor subdivision
Final Plat shall provide for a total environment better than that which could
be achieved under standard regulations and must meet the following criteria:
(a) Individual lots, buildings and streets shall be designed and situated to
minimize alteration of the natural site features to be preserved
(b) The usability of cluster open/recreation space shall be determined b,.,y,
the size, shape. topographic and location requirements specified in
Section IV-B-7-b.
�C) Cluster ope�pace shall include irreplaceable natural features such ac
but not limited to. streams. significant stands of trees individual trees
of significant size and/or species unco_ mmon plant co munkji &
wildlife habitats and rock outcroppings=
(d) Cluster recreation space shall be easily accessible to pedestrians
including the handicapped.
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(e) The suitability of cluster npen,apz .e intended for scenic value shall be
determined by its v sibili from adjoining propert1es and streets and
shall seek to lessen the area devoted o motor-vehicle access
(f) Diversity and originality in lot layout shall be encouraged to achiev
the best possible relationship between the land and the development,
(g) IJp to one-fourth of the land with slopes greater than fifteen l2ercent
(15%) may be removed or altered only when such slopes are small
and isolated and do not otherwise adversely affect the design of the
development.
(h) At least twenty percent (20%) of the gross land area is designated as
common open space. No more than fifty percent (50%) of the
required common open space shall be used exclusively for sewage
treatment systems. utilities- or other uses which prohibit access by the
residents of the cluster subdivision. This restriction does not apply to
areas of historic or natural significance which may be protected by
access restrictions.
IV-B-9-f Application Requirements (For Cluster Subdivisions)
In addition to the information specified in Section V-C for Major Subdivision
Preliminary Plans or Section V-D for Minor Subdivision Final Plats,
applications must be accompanied by:
a. Application shall be identified as a Cluster Development Subdivision.
b. A precise description of the extent to which the proposed
modifications depart from the standard requirements of the applicable
mooning district and the reasons for such doartures.
C. The location- Z= and area of the common open apace and the
addeguaa y of the amount and function of the open space in terms of
densities and dwellim =es proposed.
d Written site anal}his accompanied by an illustrative site map, which
identifies the following:
1. slopgs 7 112 - 15%
2. slopes 15% and greater
3. vegetation
4 signficant stands of trees
5 significant examples of particular species of tree occurring in
a native stand and specimen trees (those which have departed
in some respect from the standard characteristics of the specie
and developed a character of shape, size or branch structure
that gives them a special interest
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6. drainage and waterways
7. floodplains
8 significant rock outcropping
9. significant scenic vistas
10 soils with limitation for on-site wastewater systems and
building development
e The manner in which the plan makes adequate provision for water and
wastewater treatment.
f The relationship of the plan to the physical environment the
neighborhood in which it is 12mposed to be established and the intent
of the provisions providing for the establishment of a cluster
subdivision.
SECTION III - APPLICATION AND APPROVAL PROCEDURES
III-D. Approval Procedures for Major Subdivisions
III-D-1. Concept Plan Approval in all Zoning Districts Except the Rural Buffer
III-D-2 Concept Plan Approval in the Rural Buffer Zoning District
III-D-2a. Application Requirements
Prior to the submission of a Preliminary Plat,the subdivider shall submit to the
Planning Department sixteen(16)copies of a Concept Plan of the proposed
major subdivision. The Concept Plan shall be prepared in accordance with the
S12ecifications for Concept Plan drawings as contained in Section V-B of this
Ordinance.
III-D-2-b. Planning Department Review Procedures
Upon receipt of the Concept Plan. the Planning Department shall review the
proposal for general compliance with the requirements of this Ordinance and the
Zoning Ordinance, if applicable including the presence of any sites identified in
Inventory of Sites of Cultural. Historic.- Recreational. Biological and
Geological sign' cance in e Unincorporated Portions of Orange County"and
"Inventory of the Natural Areas and Wildlife Habitats of Orange Coun, . North
Carolina". The Planning Department shall also consider the general suitabilitX
of the land for development to avoid unnecessary expense in the redesign of
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acceptable subdivision proposals The Planning_Department shall review the
proposal for compatibility with the Orange County Comprehensive Plan ands
particular determine if proposed sites for schools and other public/private
facilities are to be reserved and/or provided.
Within forty-five (45) days of the date of acceptance of the Concept Plan or
within such further time consented to in writing by the applicant, the Planning
Department shall submit to the Planning Board a written analysis of the Concept
Plan and its recommendation. If the Planning Department fails to prepare a
report to the Planning Board within the specified time period. or extension
thereof,the Concept Plan is recommended without conditions.
III-D-2-c. Planning Board Review and Approval Procedures
After receiving the Planning.Department's report or. if applicable. the expiration
of the time period prescribed in Section III-D-1-b. the Planning Board shall
consider the Concept Plan and take action on the proposal. The Planning Board
shall base its action on its findings as to the conformity of the Concept Plan with
all applicable regulations and shall:
(1) Approve the Concept Plan.
(?.)_Approve the Concept Plan subject to conditions: or
(3) Deny the Concept Plan.
If the Planning Board approves the Concept Plan subject to conditions, such
conditions shall be reasonable and shall seek to insure compliance with
applicable regulations If the Planning Board approves the Concept Plan with
conditions or denies the Concgptp Plan_ the reasons for such decision shall be
stated in writing to the applicant and entered into the minutes of the meeting at
which such action was taken.
The Planning Board shall take action within forty-five (45) days of the meeting
at which the Planning Department's report is submitted to it or within such
farther time consented to in writing hy the =Iicant If the Planning Board fails
to take action within the specified time ep riod, or extension thereof. the Planning;
Board shall be deemed to recommend approval of the Concept Plan without
conditions,
III-D-2-d Action Subsequent to Approval
If the Concept Plan is approved or approved with conditions the Planning Board
Chair shall endorse his/her approval on two (2) copies of the Concept Plan One
(1) copy of the Concept Plan shall be retained by the Planning Department an d
one(1) copy_shall be returned tote subdivider or his/her authorized agent
Upon approval of the Conce tp Plan by the Planning Board, the subdivider may
proceed with the preparation of the Preliminary Plat.
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From the date of approval of the Concept Plan by the Planning Board the
applicant shall have one (1) year in which to prepare and file an application for
Preliminary Plat approval If a Preliminary Plat for the subdivision has not been
submitted within the specified time limit.the Concept Plan shall become null and
III-D-2-e Appeal Procedures
The decision of the Planning Board regarding a Concept Plan may be appealed to
the Board of Commissioners If appealed. the Concept Plan shall be placed on
the next regular meeting agenda of the Board of Commissioners The Board of
Commissioners shall have final approval authority, and. where applicable. all
Concept Plans shall contain information and/or conditions approved by the
Board of Commissioners.
The Board of Commissioners in all such appeals shall make findings of fact in
support of its decision The applicant shall be notified. in writing. of the Board
of Commissioners' decision within ten(10)days after said decision is made
III-D-23- Preliminary Plan Approval
III-D-34 Final Plat Approval
SECTION V- SPECIFICATIONS FOR PLAT DRAWINGS
VA. Applieebility
The requirements of this Section shall apply to the format of drawings.
V-A Concept Plan for Subdivisions in Rural Buffer Zoning District
A Concept Plan shall be drawn in black ink or pencil to a scale of not less than
two hundred(200) feet to the inch. The scale chosen shall be large enouah to
show all required detail clearly and legibly. The plan shall contain the following
information:
(1) A sketch vicinity mgp showing the location of the subdivision in relation to
the existing street or highway system:
(2) The plotted boundaries of the tract from deeds or maps of record and the
portion of the tract to be subdivided;
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(3) The total acreage to be subdivided including tax man block and lot
number reference:
(4) General descriptions of existing and proposed land uses within the
subdivision and the existing uses of land adjoining it. including but not
limited to readily identifiable easements. burial grounds existing
structures,natural areas floodplain and watershed boundaries railroad and
meet rights-of-way, major wood lines water supply and sewage disposal
lines. and storm drainage facilities which can be determined from aerial
photographs. maps of record State/Federal resource maps and local
planning documents:
(5) The proposed street layout within the subdivision including_ travelway an d
rig t-of-way widths. and connection to existing streets:
(6) The proposed arrangement of lots within the subdivision. including size
and number:
(7) The name. address and telephone number of the subdivider or owner and
the person responsible for the subdivision design:
(8) Scale. approximate north arrow and date of plat preparation:and
(9) Name of subdivision.
Two (2) copies of the Concept Plan shall be submitted to the Planning
Department for review and approval in accordance with Section III-C-1 for
minor subdivisions. Twenty-five (25)copies of the Concept Plan should be
submitted to the Planning Department for review and approval in accordance
with Section III-D-1 for major subdivisions. A copy of the appropriate Orange
County Tax Map shall accompany the Concept Plan.
V-B Concept Plan for all Zoning Districts Except the Rural Buffer
V-C. Preliminary Plat
V-D Final Plat
ORDINANCE REVIEW SUBCOMMTTEE: 7/3/96
PLANNING BOARD REVIEW:
BOCC REVIEW:
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September 4 , 1996
Planning Board Minutes (draft)
5. Shorten the cut de sac by approximately 100 feet,shift house sites southeast,
and provide a larger buffer adjacent to the curve in Moorefields Road;
6. On the Preliminary Plan,indicate the entrance to Moorefields National Register
Historic Site and the stream channel for Rocky Run;and
7. With the Preliminary Plan,submit draft forms of homeowners association'
documents,restrictive covenants,and septic easement documents which contain
development restrictions and maintenance requirements for open space and
buffers.
AGENDA ITEM#9: MATTERS HEARD AT PUBLIC HEARING 8/26/96
a. Subdivision Regulations Text Amendments
(1) Section IV-B-5-e Lot Layout
Presentation by Mary Willis.
This item is to consider a proposed amendment to clarify Section IV-B-5-e by
substituting the word"divided"for the word"separated".
The proposed amendment would provide more clarity in the text. It would not result
in a substantive change to any regulation.
The amendment was presented for public hearing on August 26, 1996. There were
no comments.
The Planning Staff recommends approval bf the proposed amendment.
(Copy of the proposed amendment an attachment to these minutes on page )
MOTION: Barrows moved approval as recommended by the Planning Staff. Seconded by
Katz.
VOTE: Unanimous.
(2) Section IV-13-9 Cluster Developments
Section III-D Approval Procedures for Major Subdivisions
Section V-A Specifications for Plat Drawings
(Concept Plans in Rural Buffer)
Presentation by Mary Willis.
This item is to consider a proposed amendment to re-adopt cluster subdivision
provisions and Concept Plan application and approval procedures in the Rural
Buffer.
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On May 1, 1996,the Board of Commissioners approved Flexible Development
regulations to encourage the preservation of open space in subdivision designs. The
flexible development provisions superseded the previous cluster subdivision
provisions and they were deleted from the ordinance. Also deleted were the
previous application and approval procedures for Concept Plan,replaced by the
flexible development application and approval procedures.
The flexible development provisions are applicable in all residential zoning districts
except the Rural Buffer. Deleting the previous cluster regulations and Concept Plan
application and approval procedures had the unintended result of eliminating those
provisions in the Rural Buffer. The Planning Staff recommends that the previous
provisions be re-adopted to apply to that district only.
The proposed amendment was presented for public hearing on August 26, 1996.
There were no comments.
The Planning Staff recommends approval of the proposed amendment.
MOTION: Katz moved approval as recommended by the Planning Staff. Seconded by Hoecke.
VOTE: Unanimous.
(3) Section III-E(new)Improvements(was V-D-8)
Section III-C-2e Application Requirements(Minor subdivisions)
Section III-D-2-a(7)Application Requirements(Preliminary Plat)
Section III-D-3a Application Requirements(Final Plat)
Presentation by Emily Cameron.
This item is for consideration of proposed amendments to the Subdivision
Regulations to relocate provisions regarding required improvements from
Section V,"Plat Specifications",to Section III,"Application and Approval
Procedures",rewrite the section for clarity and to add language regarding
construction cost estimates and financial guarantees.
The proposed amendment is technical in nature to provide clarity and
cohesiveness to the Subdivision Regulations. The only new text being added is
to specify requirements for construction cost estimates and financial guarantees
submitted when improvements are not completed prior to Final Plat approval.
The Planning Staff consulted with the County Attorney,the County Engineer
and developers to draft the new text.
The proposed ordinance language specifies that a financial guarantee must be
effective for 372 days,which allows one year for the applicant to complete
subdivision improvements and a week for the County to"cash-in"the letter of
credit or escrow agreement,in the event the improvements are not finished in an
acceptable manner within a year. It also requires that the construction cost
estimate be itemized with quantities and unit prices so that the County Engineer
can verify that the estimate total is sufficient to complete a project according to
approved plans.
In addition,the new text prohibits anyone with ownership interest in the
subdivision from preparing the construction cost estimate and eliminates the
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1 8/26/96 Public Hearing Minutes
2 3. Subdivision Regulations Text Amendments
3 (a) Section IV-8-5-e Lot Layout
4 This item was presented by Mary Willis to consider a proposed amendment to clarity
5 Section IV4"-e by substibiting the word'divided'for the word'separated'. The proposed amendment would
6 provide more clarity in the text. It would not result in a substantive change to any regulation.
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$ COMMENTS ANDIOR QUESTIONS FROM THE BOARD OF CO MISSIONIE -None
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10 CONK M AND/OR QUESTIONS FROM THE PLANNING BOARD -None
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12 COMMEENIS ANDIOR QUESTIONS FROM CITIZENS -None
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14 A nation was made by Comrnissioner 11Y01hoit,seconded by Commissioner Gordon,to refer the proposed
15 amendment to the Planning Board for a recommendation to be returned to the Board of Commissioners no
16 sooner than October 1,19%.
17 VOTE: UNANIMOUS
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19 (b) Securing Subdivision Improvements
20 1)Section III-E(new)Improvements(was V-D-8)
21 2)Section 111-C-2*Application Requirements(Minor Subdivisions)
22 3)Section III-D-2-a.(7)Application Requirements(Preliminary Plat)
23 4)Section III-D-U Application Requirements(Final Plat)
24 This iMm was presented to receive citizen comment on proposed amendments
25 to the Subdivision Regulations to relocate provisions regarding required improvements from Section V,'Plat
26 Specifications."to Section III,"Application and Approval Procedures."rewrite the section for clarity and to add
27 language regarding construction costs estimates and financial guarantees.
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29 COMMEM AN 10R QUESTIONS FROM THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS-None
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31 COMMENTS ANDIOR QUEMNS N THE PLANNINQ BOARD -None
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33 COMMENTS ANDIog QUESTIONS FROM CITIZENS -None
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35 A motion was made by Commissioner WlBhoit,seconded by Commissioner Crowther,to refer the proposed
36 amendment to the Planning Board for a recommendation to be returned to the Board of Conm>issioners no
37 sooner than October 1,19%.
38 VOTE: UNANIMOUS
39 (c) Cluster Subdivision Provisions
40 1)Section N-8-9 Cluster Developments
41 2)Section 111-0 Approval Procedures for Major Subdivisions
42 3)Section V-A Specifications for Plat Drawings
43 This item was presented to consider a proposed amendment to re-adopt duster
44 subdivision provisions and Concept Plan application and approval procedures in the Rural Buffer. The flexible
45 development provisions are applicable in all residential zoning districts except the Rural Buffer. Deleting the
46 previous cluster regulations and Concept Plan application and approval procedures had the unintended result
47 of ellminaating those provisions in the Rural Buffer. The Planning Staff recommends that the previous provisions
48 be re-adopted tD apply to that district only.
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50 COMMENTS AND/OR GUESTIONS FROM THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS-None
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52 commENTs ANMR C L-STIONS FROM THE PLANNING BOARD -None
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54 COMMENTS ND10R OU ONS FROM CITIZENS -None
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8. ITEMS FOR DECISION -CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Commissioner Crowther, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to approve
the items on the Consent Agenda as stated below:
A.
The appointments for the Planning Board will be considered as a separate item.
The Board approved the following appointments:
Carrboro Board of Adjustment
Stephen J. Dear for an unexpired term ending 3/30/98
Commission for Women
Deborah VanDyken for an unexpired term ending 6/30/97
Orange County Statewide School Bond Committee
B. Crowder-Gaines
Guido DeMaere
David Hunt
Judy White
b. Minutes
The Board approved the minutes for April 18 and April 25, 1996 as presented.
C. Subdivision Regulations Text Amendments -Securing Improvements
The Board closed the public hearing and approved the proposed amendments to the
Subdivision Regulations to relocate provisions regarding required improvements from Section V, "Plat
Specifications,"to Section III, "Application and Approval Procedures," rewrite the section for clarity and to
add language regarding construction cost estimates and financial guarantees.
d. Subdivision Regulations Text Amendment -Lot Layout
The Board closed the public hearing and received the Planning Board recommendation.
They approved a proposed amendment to clarify Section IV-B-S-e by substituting the word "divided" for
the word "separated".
e. Subdivision Regulations Text Amendments:Clustered Subdivisions in Rural Buffer
The Board closed the public hearing and received the Planning Board recommendation.
They approved a proposed amendment to re-adopt cluster subdivision provisions and Concept Plan
application and approval procedures in the Rural Buffer.
L PD-1-96 Carolina Friends School
The Board closed the public hearing and received the Planning Board recommendation.
They approved the administration's recommendation of the modification to the Special Use Permit for
Carolina Friends school based on the findings as stated in the agenda and subject to the following
condition added to those placed on the Special Use Permit in 1990 and 1992:
1. The entrance and driveway are to be kept free and clear of traffic and parked vehicles at
all times and clearly identified as fire lanes with reflective signs mounted on posts. The signs shall be
installed under the guidance and supervision of the Orange County Fire Marshal's office and shall meet
the provisions of Chapter 6 of the North Carolina State Building Code,Volume V, Fire Prevention, 1996
Edition.
g, Revised Time Schedule for Golf Course Standards Initiative