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ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: May 5, 2016
Action Agenda
Item No. 5-j
SUBJECT: Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Amendment
Outlines and Schedules for Four (4 ) Proposed Text Amendments
DEPARTMENT: Planning and Inspections
ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT:
1. Amendment Outline for Modifications to Michael Harvey, Planner III, (919) 245-
the Table of Permitted Uses 2597
(UDO/Zoning 2016-05) Craig Benedict, Director, (919) 245-2585
2. Amendment Outline for Modification to
Subdivision Regulations (UDO/Zoning
2016-06)
3. Amendment Outline for Rural Master
Plan Conditional Zoning District
(UDO/Zoning 2016-07)
4. Amendment Outline for Recreational
Vehicle Conditional Zoning District
(UDO/Zoning 2016-08)
PURPOSE: To consider and approve process components and schedules for four (4) staff
initiated Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) text amendments.
BACKGROUND: Staff has been completing the preliminary work on several text amendments
over the last few months and is seeking authorization from the BOCC to move forward with their
completion and presentation at future Quarterly Public Hearings. These include:
1. Revisions to the existing tables of permitted uses as contained in Section(s) 5.2.1
through 5.2.3 of the UDO. This item is intended for presentation at the November 21,
2016 Quarterly Public Hearing.
Please refer to Attachment 1 for more information.
2. Modification of existing subdivision regulations and application review/approval
processes. This item is intended for presentation at the November 21, 2016 Quarterly
Public Hearing. As a reminder, this item is based on a petition by Commissioner
Bernadette Pelissier.
Please refer to Attachment 2 for more information.
3. Development of a new conditional zoning district allowing for the master planning of
residential developments in the rural areas of the County. This item is intended for
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presentation at the November 21, 2016 Quarterly Public Hearing. As a reminder, this
item is based on a petition by Commissioner Bernadette Pelissier.
Please refer to Attachment 3 for more information
4. Revision of existing regulations allowing for the location/use of recreational vehicles for
temporary housing within mobile home parks. This amendment package will also include
the development of a new recreational vehicle conditional zoning district. This item is
intended for presentation at the February 2017 Quarterly Public Hearing.
Please refer to Attachment 4 for more information.
As with all text amendments there is an internal staff review/comment period of proposed
language in accordance with the provisions of Section 1.9 Development Advisory Committee of
the UDO, which includes multiple Departments (i.e. Environment, Agriculture, Parks and
Recreation, Solid Waste, the County Attorney's office, etc.).
FINANCIAL IMPACT: Consideration and approval will not create the need for additional funding
for the provision of County services. Costs for the required legal advertisement will be paid
from FY2015-16 and proposed FY 2016-17 Departmental funds budgeted for this purpose.
Existing Planning staff included in the Departmental staffing budget will accomplish the work
required to process these amendments.
RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends the Board approve the attached
Amendment Outline forms and direct staff to proceed accordingly.
Attachment 1 3
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN / FUTURE LAND USE MAP
AND
UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE (UDO)
AMENDMENT OUTLINE
UDO / Zoning-2016-05
Amendment(s) to permitted use tables clarifying permitted and prohibited land uses.
A. AMENDMENT TYPE
Map Amendments
❑ Comprehensive Plan — Future Land Use Element Map:
From: - - -
To: - - -
❑ Zoning Map:
From: - - -
To: - - -
❑ Other:
Text Amendments
❑ Comprehensive Plan Text:
Section(s):
❑ UDO Text:
▪UDO General Text Changes
▪UDO Development Standards
❑UDO Development Approval Processes
Section(s): Section(s)
1. Article 5 Uses,
2. 5.2.1 and 5.2.2 Table of Permitted Uses,
3. Article 10 Definitions
❑ Other:
B. RATIONALE
1. Purpose/Mission
In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.8 Zoning Atlas and Unified
Development Ordinance Amendments of the UDO, the Planning Director is
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proposing to initiate text amendments to clarify allowable and prohibited land uses
within the various general use zoning districts throughout the County.
These amendments are in response to recent court decisions, most notably action by
the State Supreme Court in Byrd versus Franklin County, placing the onus on local
governments to have sufficient specificity `spelling out' allowable and prohibited land
uses.
2. Analysis
As required under Section 2.8.5 of the UDO, the Planning Director is required to:
`cause an analysis to be made of the application and, based upon that analysis,
prepare a recommendation for consideration by the Planning Board and the Board of
County Commissioners'.
Section(s) 5.2.1 through 5.2.3 of the UDO contains the table of permitted uses
spelling out allowable land uses. In many instances the table contains broad land
use categories, such as Recreational Facilities or Sexually Oriented Businesses,
intended to represent multiple, individual, land uses. When a development proposal
is submitted, staff ascertains if the use is either:
a. Specifically listed (i.e. single-family residence, church, restaurant, etc.)
or
b. Falls into an established land use category (i.e. a baseball field open to the
public would be classified as a Recreational Facilities).
and processes the request accordingly. If the proposed use is not specifically listed,
or is determined to be inconsistent with existing land use categories, it is considered
prohibited.
In November of 2015 the State Supreme Court in Byrd versus Franklin County
rejected the argument that the mere omission/listing of a particular land use within a
table of permitted uses constituted a prohibition of same. The Court stated: `.... law
favors uninhibited free use of private property over government restrictions'. A copy
of the Court's ruling in the Franklin County case can be viewed
at: https://appellate.nccourts.orq/opinions/?c=1&pdf=33680.
In reviewing this decision, staff and the Attorney's office have determined
modifications to the County's land use regulations are necessary. The amendment
seeks to:
i. Clarify prohibited land uses,
ii. Provide specificity for existing land use categories making it easier to
identify what land uses are allowed within them,
iii. Establish the `factors/criteria' staff considers when making a determination
if a proposed land use is consistent, and
iv. Ensure uniformity within the individual tables (i.e. a retail operation is not
listed/defined differently in the various general use zoning districts).
Taking these steps will provide more clarity for landowners and staff with respect to
allowable and prohibited uses as well as make the regulations more legally
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defensible.
The UNC School of Government has produced summaries on this topic, which can
be viewed at http://canons.soq.unc.edu/dealing-with-land-uses-not-specifically-
addressed-in-a-zoning-ordinance-the-saga-continues/ as well
as http://canons.soq.unc.edu/does-zoning-have-to-provide-a-place-for-everything/.
3. Comprehensive Plan Linkage (i.e. Principles, Goals and Objectives)
Land Use Goal 2: Land uses that are appropriate to on-site environmental
conditions and features and that protect natural resources, cultural resources, and
community character.
Land Use Goal 4: Land development regulations, guidelines, techniques and/or
incentives that promote the integrated achievement of all Comprehensive Plan goals.
Land Use Goal 6: A land use planning process that is transparent, fair, open,
efficient, and responsive.
4. New Statutes and Rules
The amendment(s) are in response to recent court decisions, Byrd versus Franklin
County, as detailed herein.
v. PROCESS
1. TIMEFRAME/MILESTONES/DEADLINES
a. BOCC Authorization to Proceed
May 5, 2016
b. Quarterly Public Hearing
November 21, 2016
c. BOCC Updates/Checkpoints
May 5, 2016 —Approval of UDO Amendment Outline Form
August 3, 2016 — Planning Board Ordinance Review Committee (ORC) meeting
(BOCC received agenda materials)
October 5, 2016 — Planning Board meeting (BOCC received agenda materials)
d. Other
N/A
2. PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM
Mission/Scope: Public Hearing process consistent with NC State Statutes and
Orange County ordinance requirements
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a. Planning Board Review:
August 3, 2016 — Ordinance Review Committee
October 5, 2016 — Recommendation
b. Advisory Boards:
N/A
c. Local Government Review:
Staff shall transmit the proposed
amendment(s) to the Towns of Chapel
Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough for
JPA and courtesy review.
d. Notice Requirements
Legal advertisement for the public hearing shall be in accordance with the
provisions of the UDO.
e. Outreach:
❑ General Public:
❑ Small Area Plan Workgroup:
❑ Other:
3. FISCAL IMPACT
Consideration and approval will not create the need for additional funding for the
provision of County services. Costs for the required legal advertisement will be paid
from departmental funds budgeted for this purpose. Existing Planning staff included
in the Departmental staffing budget will accomplish the work required to process this
amendment.
vi. AMENDMENT IMPLICATIONS
The amendment will provide additional clarity on permitted and prohibited land uses.
vii. SPECIFIC AMENDMENT LANGUAGE
Available at a later date.
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Primary Staff Contact:
Michael D. Harvey
Planning
(919) 245-2597
mharvey @orangecountync.gov
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Attachment 2 8
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN / FUTURE LAND USE MAP
AND
UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE (UDO)
AMENDMENT OUTLINE
UDO / Zoning-2016-06
Revision of subdivision regulations and processes.
A. AMENDMENT TYPE
Map Amendments
❑ Comprehensive Plan — Future Land Use Element Map:
From: - - -
To: - - -
❑ Zoning Map:
From: - - -
To: - - -
❑ Other:
Text Amendments
❑ Comprehensive Plan Text:
Section(s):
❑ UDO Text:
▪UDO General Text Changes
▪UDO Development Standards
UDO Development Approval Processes
Section(s): Section(s)
1. 2.1: Review and decision Making Authority;
2. 2.14: Minor Subdivisions;
3. 3.3: Residential Districts;
4. 5.5: Standards for Residential Use;
5. 6.2: Lot and Building Standards;
6. Article 7, Subdivisions; and
7. Article 10 Definitions.
❑ Other:
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B. RATIONALE
1. Purpose/Mission
In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.8 Zoning Atlas and Unified
Development Ordinance Amendments of the UDO, the Planning Director is
proposing to initiate text amendments to modify existing subdivision development
requirements and review processes in an effort to provide additional opportunities for
the clustering of subdivision lots and preservation of open space.
This item is being developed to address a petition previously submitted by
Commissioner Pelissier on ways to encourage and promote the additional clustering
of residential lots and preservation of open space.
2. Analysis
As required under Section 2.8.5 of the UDO, the Planning Director is required to:
`cause an analysis to be made of the application and, based upon that analysis,
prepare a recommendation for consideration by the Planning Board and the Board of
County Commissioners'.
In response to a petition submitted by Commissioner Pelissier, staff conducted a
work session with the BOCC on February 18, 2016 to:
a. Review the County's subdivision development and review processes,
b. Discuss minimum lot size and density limitations/requirements, and
c. Identify opportunities and constraints associated with the clustering of
subdivision lots.
Agenda materials from this meeting can be viewed
at: http://www.orangecountync.gov/document center/BOCCAgendaMinutes/16021 8.
During this work session, staff recommended modifying existing subdivision
standards/regulations, including:
Elimination of the Cluster Development subdivision type, as currently
contained in Section 7.12 of the UDO,
ii. Revisions to existing language allowing the use of off-site septic for
wastewater processing,
iii. Allowing for lots to be clustered smaller than the 40,000 sq.ft. limit as
detailed in Section 7.13.4 (B) (6) of the UDO, and
iv. Revising submittal and review processes to give greater flexibility to
projects proposing clustering of lots and dedication of open space,
The goal is to revise existing development standards in an effort to encourage
purposeful growth and development within the County in a cost efficient manner while
promoting the perpetual maintenance/preservation of open space areas.
3. Comprehensive Plan Linkage (i.e. Principles, Goals and Objectives)
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Chapter 2 Planning Principles of the Comprehensive Plan:
• Principle 2 — Sustainable Growth and Development: Growth and development
within the county should occur in a pattern, location, and density that is
sustainable over the long-term.
• Principle 4 — Natural Area Resource Preservation: Protection of the County's
natural areas, including forests, wildlife, habitat, and other important open
spaces, should be a priority. The County should work with regional and local
organizations, the towns, and private landowners to promote and achieve
preservation of the County's important natural resources.
Chapter 4 Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan:
• Housing Goal 1 — A wide-range of types and densities of quality housing
affordable to all in all parts of the County.
• Housing Goal 4 - Development ordinances and incentives that promote
inclusionary practices and housing options for all income levels.
Chapter 5 Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan:
• Land Use Goal 1 — Fiscally and environmentally responsible, sustainable
growth consistent with the provision of adequate services and facilities and a
high quality of life.
• Land Use Goal 2 — Land uses that are appropriate to on-site environmental
conditions and features and that protect natural resources, cultural resources,
and community character.
• Land Use Goal 3 — A variety of land uses that are coordinated within a
program and pattern that limits sprawl, preserves community and rural
character, minimizes land use conflicts, and supported by an efficient and
balanced transportation system.
• Land Use Goal 4 — Land development regulations, guidelines, techniques,
and/or incentives that promote the integrated achievement of all
Comprehensive Plan goals.
4. New Statutes and Rules
N/A
C. PROCESS
1. TIMEFRAME/MILESTONES/DEADLINES
a. BOCC Authorization to Proceed
May 5, 2016
b. Quarterly Public Hearing
November 21, 2016
c. BOCC Updates/Checkpoints
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May 5, 2016 —Approval of UDO Amendment Outline Form
August 3, 2016 — Planning Board Ordinance Review Committee (ORC) meeting
(BOCC receives agenda materials)
October 5, 2016 — Planning Board Meeting (BOCC receives agenda materials)
d. Other
N/A
2. PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM
Mission/Scope: Public Hearing process consistent with NC State Statutes and
Orange County ordinance requirements
a. Planning Board Review:
August 3, 2016 — Ordinance Review Committee
October 5, 2016 — Recommendation
b. Advisory Boards:
Staff will forward proposal to the
Commission for the Environment for
review and comment.
c. Local Government Review:
Staff shall transmit the proposed
amendment(s) to the Towns of Chapel
Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough for
JPA and courtesy review.
d. Notice Requirements
Legal advertisement for the public hearing shall be in accordance with the
provisions of the UDO.
e. Outreach:
® General Public: Staff proposes to hold open house meetings to review and
discuss options on proposed subdivision amendments. As
currently envisioned these open house meetings would be
held:
• Week of July 11-15 or 25-29, 2016.
Staff shall coordinate with the Manager's office a press
release advertising the time/date/location of the open house
meetings.
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❑ Small Area Plan Workgroup:
❑ Other:
3. FISCAL IMPACT
Consideration and approval will not create the need for additional funding for the
provision of County services. Costs for the required legal advertisement will be paid
from departmental funds budgeted for this purpose. Existing Planning staff included
in the Departmental staffing budget will accomplish the work required to process this
amendment.
D. AMENDMENT IMPLICATIONS
The amendment(s) will encourage more efficient and sustainable land uses, which in-
turn lessen public costs for services, promote diversity with respect to available housing
types, and promote the preservation of additional land area as open space.
E. SPECIFIC AMENDMENT LANGUAGE
Available at a later date.
Primary Staff Contact:
Patrick Mallett
Planning
(919) 245-2577
pmallett @orangecountync.gov
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN / FUTURE LAND USE MAP
AND
UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE (UDO)
AMENDMENT OUTLINE
UDO / Zoning-2016-07
Development of a Rural Master Plan Development Conditional Zoning (RMPD-CZ)
district
A. AMENDMENT TYPE
Map Amendments
❑ Comprehensive Plan — Future Land Use Map:
From:
To:
❑ Zoning Map:
From:
To:
❑ Other:
Text Amendments
❑ Comprehensive Plan Text:
Section(s):
❑ UDO Text:
▪UDO General Text Changes
▪UDO Development Standards
UDO Development Approval Processes
Section(s): Section(s)
1. 2.9.2 Conditional Zoning Districts,
2. Article 3 Base Zoning Districts,
3. 3.8 Conditional Districts,
4. 4.2.9 Water Supply/Sewage Disposal Facilities, and
5. 6.2 Lot and Building Standards.
❑ Other:
B. RATIONALE
1. Purpose/Mission
In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.8 Zoning Atlas and Unified
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Development Ordinance Amendments of the UDO, the Planning Director is
proposing to initiate text amendments to create a new conditional zoning district,
specifically the Rural Master Plan Development Conditional Zoning (RMPD-CZ)
district.
2. Analysis
As required under Section 2.8.5 of the UDO, the Planning Director is required to:
`cause an analysis to be made of the application and, based upon that analysis,
prepare a recommendation for consideration by the Planning Board and the Board of
County Commissioners'.
In response to a petition submitted by Commissioner Pelissier, staff conducted a
work session with the BOCC on February 18, 2016 to:
a. Review the County's subdivision development and review processes,
b. Discuss minimum lot size and density limitations/requirements, and
c. Identify opportunities and constraints associated with the clustering of
subdivision lots.
Agenda materials from this meeting can be viewed
at: http://www.orangecountync.gov/document center/BOCCAgendaMinutes/160218.
pdf.
During this work session, staff recommended the creation of a rural master planned
district, modeled on the existing Master Plan Development Conditional Zoning (MPD-
CZ) district.
As envisioned this new district would provide a mechanism where residential
developments in the rural areas of the County could develop a project with greater
flexibility with respect to minimum lot sizes and cluster options. The clustering of lots
would be directly proportional to the percentage of the tract left in dedicated open
space.
Allowable density for such a district would still be based on the Watershed Protection
Overlay District where the parcel subject to development is located in accordance
with Section 4.2.4 of the UDO.
As with all Conditional Zoning districts the project would involve the negotiation of
design elements between the BOCC and applicant to ensure the viability of the
project. Requests to develop this new district would be reviewed as a rezoning
request (i.e. legislative review only) and acted upon by the BOCC in accordance with
Section 2.9.2 of the UDO.
3. Comprehensive Plan Linkage (i.e. Principles, Goals and Objectives)
Housing Goal 1: A wide-range of types and densities of quality housing affordable
to all in all parts of the County.
Housing Goal 4: Development ordinances and incentives that promote inclusionary
practices and housing options for all income levels.
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Land Use Goal 4: Land development regulations, guidelines, techniques and/or
incentives that promote the integrated achievement of all Comprehensive Plan goals.
Land Use Goal 6: A land use planning process that is transparent, fair, open,
efficient, and responsive.
4. New Statutes and Rules
N/A
i. PROCESS
1. TIMEFRAME/MILESTONES/DEADLINES
a. BOCC Authorization to Proceed
May 5, 2016
b. Quarterly Public Hearing
November 21, 2016
c. BOCC Updates/Checkpoints
May 5, 2016 —Approval of UDO Amendment Outline Form
July 6, 2016 — Planning Board Ordinance Review Committee (ORC) meeting
(BOCC receives agenda materials)
October 5, 2016 — Planning Board meeting (BOCC receives agenda materials)
d. Other
N/A
2. PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM
Mission/Scope: Public Hearing process consistent with NC State Statutes and
Orange County ordinance requirements
a. Planning Board Review:
August 3, 2016 — Ordinance Review Committee (ORC)
October 5, 2016 — Recommendation
b. Advisory Boards:
N/A
c. Local Government Review:
Staff shall transmit the proposed
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amendment(s) to the Towns of Chapel
Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough for
JPA and courtesy review.
d. Notice Requirements
Legal advertisement for the public hearing shall be in accordance with the
provisions of the UDO.
e. Outreach:
❑ General Public:
❑ Small Area Plan Workgroup:
❑ Other:
3. FISCAL IMPACT
Consideration and approval will not create the need for additional funding for the
provision of County services. Costs for the required legal advertisement will be paid
from departmental funds budgeted for this purpose. Existing Planning staff included
in the Departmental staffing budget will accomplish the work required to process this
amendment.
ii. AMENDMENT IMPLICATIONS
The amendment will create a new conditional zoning allowing for residential master
planned projects in the rural areas of the County.
iii. SPECIFIC AMENDMENT LANGUAGE
Available at a later date.
Primary Staff Contact:
Michael D. Harvey
Planning
(919) 245-2597
mharvey @orangecountync.gov
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN / FUTURE LAND USE MAP
AND
UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE (UDO)
AMENDMENT OUTLINE
UDO / Zoning-2016-08
Development of a new conditional zoning district allowing for the development of
recreational vehicle (RV) parks expanding opportunities for their use as temporary
housing, including allowances for the location of tiny homes classified as RV's.
A. AMENDMENT TYPE
Map Amendments
❑ Future Land Use Map:
From:
To:
❑ Zoning Map:
From:
To:
❑ Other:
Text Amendments
❑ Comprehensive Plan Text:
❑ UDO Text:
▪UDO General Text Changes
▪UDO Development Standards
▪UDO Development Approval Processes
Section(s): Section(s)
1. 2.9.2 Conditional Zoning Districts;
2. 3.8 Conditional Districts;
3. 5.2 Table of Permitted Uses;
4. 5.5 Standards for Residential;
5. 5.5.5 Mobile Home Parks;
6. 5.7.4 Camp/Retreat Center, and
7. Article 10 Definitions.
❑ Other:
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B. RATIONALE
1. Purpose/Mission
In accordance with the provisions of Section 2.8 Zoning Atlas and Unified
Development Ordinance Amendments of the UDO, the Planning Director is
proposing to initiate text amendments proposing the creation of a new Conditional
Zoning District allowing for the development of Recreational Vehicle (RV) parks.
The proposal will also seek to amend existing mobile home park regulations to allow
for a minimum percentage of RV stands to be created within an established park.
2. Analysis
As required under Section 2.8.5 of the UDO, the Planning Director is required to:
`cause an analysis to be made of the application and, based upon that analysis,
prepare a recommendation for consideration by the Planning Board and the Board of
County Commissioners'.
A Recreational Vehicle (RV) is currently defined within Article 10 of the UDO as:
A self-propelled or towed vehicle, qualified to be licensed by the
appropriate State Agency, and is built on a single chassis, 400 square feet
or less when measured at the largest horizontal projection, providing short
term recreational living accommodations, designed primarily not for use as
a permanent dwelling, but as temporary living quarters for recreational,
camping, travel, or seasonal use.
The only land use category allowing for the development of RV stands would be
Camp/Retreat Center as detailed in Section 5.7.4 of the UDO. This section makes
references to allowing for the development of `camp sites' which staff has interpreted
allows for the development of RV stands for camping purposes only. Currently there
are no `camp' sites with RV stands.
On recent inspections in several mobile home parks staff discovered parked/moored
RVs, which is inconsistent with current regulations/standards.
There has been increased interest in allowing for RV parks providing opportunities for
temporary residential uses. This includes locating tiny homes, built on a chassis and
classified under State building regulations as an RV, in both mobile home parks and
as standalone uses of property. In many instances staff is fielding inquiries from
individuals with family members receiving treatment in local hospitals looking for
areas where an RV could be parked to serve as a temporary residence.
RV's are not permitted within mobile home parks as they do not meet established
criteria (i.e. they are not classified as a manufactured home consistent with HUD
standards).
This proposal would establish a new district that could address many of these issues
and provide options to those looking for temporary housing. This includes allowing
those tiny home structures, constructed on a chassis and meeting the definition of an
RV. The amendment would also provide a mechanism for RVs to be permitted under
certain circumstances within mobile home parks.
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As with all Conditional Zoning districts the project would involve the negotiation of
design elements between the BOCC and applicant to ensure the viability of the
project. Requests to develop this new district would be reviewed as a rezoning
request (i.e. legislative review only) and acted upon by the BOCC in accordance with
Section 2.9.2 of the UDO.
3. Comprehensive Plan Linkage (i.e. Principles, Goals and Objectives)
Chapter 4 Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan:
• Housing Goal 1 —A wide-range of types and densities of quality housing
affordable to all in all parts of the County.
Chapter 5 Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan:
• Land Use Goal 1 — Fiscally and environmentally responsible, sustainable
growth consistent with the provision of adequate services and facilities and a
high quality of life.
• Land Use Goal 2 — Land uses that are appropriate to on-site environmental
conditions and features and that protect natural resources, cultural resources,
and community character.
• Land Use Goal 3 —A variety of land uses that are coordinated within a
program and pattern that limits sprawl, preserves community and rural
character, minimizes land use conflicts, and supported by an efficient and
balanced transportation system.
• Land Use Goal 4 — Land development regulations, guidelines, techniques,
and/or incentives that promote the integrated achievement of all
Comprehensive Plan goals.
4. New Statutes and Rules
N/A
C. PROCESS
1. TIMEFRAME/MILESTONES/DEADLINES
a. BOCC Authorization to Proceed
May 5, 2016
b. Quarterly Public Hearing
February 16, 2017 (exact date to be determined with the adoption of the 2017
BOCC meeting calendar)
c. BOCC Updates/Checkpoints
May 5, 2016 —Approval of UDO Amendment Outline Form
October 5, 2016 — Planning Board Ordinance Review Committee (ORC) meeting
(BOCC receives agenda materials)
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December 7, 2016 and January 4, 2017 (if necessary) — Recommendation
(BOCC receives agenda materials)
d. Other
N/A
2. PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM
Mission/Scope: Public Hearing process consistent with NC State Statutes and
Orange County ordinance requirements
a. Planning Board Review:
October 5, 2016 — Ordinance Review Committee
December 7, 2016 and January 4, 2017 (if necessary) — Recommendation
b. Advisory Boards:
N/A
c. Local Government Review:
Staff shall transmit the proposed
amendment(s) to the Towns of Chapel
Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough for
JPA and courtesy review.
d. Notice Requirements
Legal advertisement for the public hearing shall be in accordance with the
provisions of the UDO.
e. Outreach:
® General Public: Staff proposes to hold an open house meeting to review and
discuss options on proposed amendments. As currently
envisioned the open house meetings would be held:
• Week of September 12-16, 2016
Staff shall coordinate with the Manager's office a press
release advertising the time/date/location of the open house
meetings.
❑ Small Area Plan Workgroup:
❑ Other:
3. FISCAL IMPACT
Consideration and approval will not create the need for additional funding for the
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provision of County services. Costs for the required legal advertisement will be paid
from FY2016-17 Departmental funds budgeted for this purpose. Existing Planning
staff included in the Departmental staffing budget will accomplish the work required
to process this amendment.
D. AMENDMENT IMPLICATIONS
The amendment(s) will provide an opportunity for the location/use of temporary housing
and address existing non-conforming situations. This process could also provide a
mechanism allowing for the location of certain types of tiny homes within the area.
E. SPECIFIC AMENDMENT LANGUAGE
Available at a later date.
Primary Staff Contact:
Patrick Mallett
Planning
(919) 245-2577
pmallett @orangecountync.gov
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