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2021-11 PB AGENDA PACKET NEW HANOVER COUNTY PLANNING BOARD AGENDA Assembly Room, New Hanover County Historic Courthouse 24 North Third Street, Room 301 Wilmington, NC 28401 Members of the Board Jeffrey P Petroff, Chair | Donna Girardot, Vice-Chair Paul Boney | Hansen Matthews | Jeffrey Stokley Jr. | H. Allen Pope | Colin J. Tarrant Rebekah Roth, Director| Ken Vafier, Planning Manager NOVEMBER 4, 2021 6:00 PM REGULAR ITEMS OF BUSINESS The Planning Board may consider substantial changes in these petitions as a result of objections, debate, and discussion at the meeting, including rezoning to other classifications. 1 Public Hearing Request by Cindee Wolfe with Design Solutions, applicant, on behalf of the property owner, Coastal Carolina Car Wash, LLC, to rezone approximately 1.15 acres of land located at 6016 & 6100 Castle Hayne Road from B-2, Regional Business District, & R-15, Residential District to (CZD) B-2, Conditional Regional Business District. 2 Public Hearing Request by Cindee Wolfe with Design Solutions, applicant, on behalf of the property owner, Carolyn Faye Barefoot, to rezone approximately 2.23 acres of land located at 137 Spring Road from AR, Airport Residential District to (CZD) R-15, Conditional R-15 district, Residential District. 3 Request by Frank Pasquale with KFJ Development Group, LLC to amend Articles 3 and 4 of the Unified Development Ordinance to establish a new zoning district, the Riverfront Urban Mixed- Use Zoning District. 4 Public Hearing Moved to December 2, 2021 Planning Board Agenda Rezoning Request (Z21-16) – Request by Frank Pasquale with KFJ Development Group, LLC, on behalf of Ray Bordeaux with DBDL, LLC, to rezone approximately 8.34 acres of land located at 1100 Point Harbor Road from I-2, Heavy Industrial to, (CZD) RUMXZ, Conditional Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning District for a mixed-use development. TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT 1 Discussion Item: Unified Development Ordinance Amendment Concepts NEW HANOVER COUNTY PLANNING BOARD REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: 11/4/2021 Regular DEPARTMENT: Planning PRESENTER(S): Amy Doss, Current Planner CONTACT(S): Amy Doss; Nicole Smith, Senior Planner; and Rebekah Roth, Planning & Land Use Director SUBJECT: Public Hearing Request by Cindee Wolfe with Design Solu4ons, applicant, on behalf of the property owner, Coastal Carolina Car Wash, LLC, to rezone approximately 1.15 acres of land located at 6016 & 6100 Castle Hayne Road from B-2, Regional Business District, & R-15, Residen4al District to (CZD) B-2, Condi4onal Regional Business District. BRIEF SUMMARY: The applicant is proposing to rezone approximately 1.15 acres from B-2, Regional Business, and R-15, Residen+al to (CZD) B-2, Condi+onal Regional Business. There will be two structures, one 4,000 square feet and the other 7,000 square feet intended for commercial flex space. Current R-15 zoning would allow up to 3 dwelling units on the 1.15-acre site at a density of 2.5 du/ac. Under the proposed condi+onal B-2 zoning, permissible uses on the site would be limited to the following: indoor recrea+on establishment (e.g., a video arcade or indoor sports gymnasium), repair shop without outdoor ac+vity (e.g., a phone or computer repair shop), contractor office without outdoor storage of materials, business or professional office (e.g., tax services or realtor office), personal services (e.g., barber shop or nail salon), instruc+onal services & studios (e.g., dance studio, gym class), retail sales, and RV and boat trailer storage. As currently zoned, it is es+mated the site would generate about 3 trips during the peak hours if developed at the permi;ed density. The most intensive use allowed under the proposed rezoning would be es+mated to result in an increase of up to approximately 32 AM peak trips and 72 PM peak trips. proposed development is es+mated to result in an increase of up to approximately 80 addi+onal peak hour trips as compared to current zoning. The site is located on a minor arterial road, abuts the Castle Hayne commercial node on 3 sides, and is adjacent to single family homes to the east on Blossom Street. The proposed rezoning for CZD B-2 is generally CONSISTENT with the Comprehensive Plan because it will allow for the types of commercial uses encouraged in the Community Mixed Use place type and would provide lower-intensity commercial services in a transi+onal area. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: Intelligent Growth & Economic DevelopmentEncourage development of complete communi+es in the unincorporated countyCi+zens have daily needs met by NHC businesses and support them RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 Staff recommends approval of the proposal and suggests the following mo+on: I move to APPROVE the proposed rezoning to a Condi+onal B-2 district. I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because it will allow for the types of commercial uses that would be encouraged in the Community Mixed Use place type. I also find APPROVAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the site is located on an arterial street near exis+ng commercial services and the use would have limited traffic impacts. Staff Suggested condi+ons: 1. Proposed uses of the flex office space buildings shall be limited to the following: Indoor Recrea+on Establishment Repair Shop (no outdoor ac+vity) Contractor Office (no outdoor storage) Offices for Private Business and Professional Ac+vi+es Personal Services (General) Instruc+onal Services & Studios Retail Sales (Building and Construc+on Supplies) General Retail Sales RV and Boat Trailer Storage 2. An 8’ fence shall be provided along with the required buffer (UDO Table 5.4.3.B.1) where the CZD B-2 abuts residen+al uses. Alterna4ve Mo4on for Denial I move to DENY the proposed rezoning to a Condi+onal B-2 district. While I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because it would allow for the types of commercial uses that would be encouraged in the Community Mixed Use place type, I find DENIAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal is not consistent with the desired character of the surrounding community and the intensity will adversely impact the adjacent neighborhoods. ATTACHMENTS: Descrip+on Z21-13 PB Script Z21-13 PB Staff Report Z21-13 Zoning Map Z21-13 Future Land Use Map Z21-13 Neighboring Properties Z21-13 Applicant Materials CS Z21-13 Applicant Package Z21-13 Amended Limited Use Z21-13 Proposed Site Plan CS Z21-13 Site Plan COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 SCRIPT for Zoning Map Amendment Application (Z21-13) Request by Cindee Wolfe with Design Solutions, applicant, on behalf of the property owner, Coastal Carolina Car Wash, LLC, to rezone approximately 1.15 acres of land located at 6016 & 6100 Castle Hayne Road from B- 2, Regional Business District, & R-15, Residential District to (CZD) B-2, Conditional Regional Business District. 1. This is a public hearing. We will hear a presentation from staff. Then the applicant and any opponents will each be allowed 15 minutes for their presentation and an additional 5 minutes for rebuttal. 2. Conduct Hearing, as follows: a. Staff presentation b. Applicant’s presentation (up to 15 minutes) c. Opponent’s presentation (up to 15 minutes) d. Applicant’s rebuttal (up to 5 minutes) e. Opponent’s rebuttal (up to 5 minutes) 3. Close the public hearing 4. Board discussion 5. Vote on the application. The motion should include a statement saying how the change is, or is not, consistent with the land use plan and why approval or denial of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest. Example Motion for Approval I move to APPROVE the proposed rezoning to a Conditional B-2 district. I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because it will allow for the types of commercial uses that would be encouraged in the Community Mixed Use place type. I also find APPROVAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the site is located on an arterial street near existing commercial services and the use would have limited traffic impacts. Staff suggested conditions: 1. Proposed uses of the flex office space buildings shall be limited to the following: - Indoor Recreation Establishment - Repair Shop (no Outdoor Activity) - Contractor Office (no Outdoor Storage) - Offices for Private Business and Professional Activities - Personal Services (General) - Instructional Services & Studios - Retail Sales (Building and Construction Supplies) - General Retail Sales - Outdoor RV and Boat Trailer Storage 2. An 8’ fence shall be provided along with the required buffer (UDO Table 5.4.3.B.1) where the CZD B-2 abuts residential uses. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 1 - 1 Alternative Motion for Denial I move to DENY the proposed rezoning to a Conditional B-2 district. While I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because it would allow for the types of commercial uses that would be encouraged in the Community Mixed Use place type, I find DENIAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal is not consistent with the desired character of the surrounding community and the intensity will adversely impact the adjacent neighborhoods. Alternative Motion for Approval/Denial: I move to [Approve/Deny] the proposed rezoning to a Conditional B-2, district. I find it to be [Consistent/Inconsistent] with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because [insert reasons] __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ I also find [Approval/Denial] of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because [insert reasons] __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 1 - 2 Z21-13 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 1 of 10 STAFF REPORT OF Z21-13 CONDITIONAL REZONING APPLICATION APPLICATION SUMMARY Case Number: Z21-13 Request: Rezone approximately 1.15 acres from B-2, Regional Business, and R-15, Residential to (CZD) B-2, Conditional Regional Business Applicant: Property Owner(s): Cindee Wolf with Design Solutions Coastal Carolina Car Wash, LLC Location: Acreage: 6016 & 6100 Castle Hayne Road 1.15 PID(s): Comp Plan Place Type: R01109-004-003-000, R01109-005-001-000 Community Mixed Use Existing Land Use: Proposed Land Use: Undeveloped Two commercial flex space buildings limited to the following uses: -Indoor Recreation Establishment -Repair Shop (no Outdoor Activity) -Contractor Office (no Outdoor Storage) -Offices for Private Business and Professional Activities -Personal Services (General) -Instructional Services & Studios -Retail Sales (Building and Construction Supplies) -General Retail Sales -Outdoor RV and Boat Trailer Storage Current Zoning: Proposed Zoning: B-2, Regional Business, & R-15, Residential (CZD) B-2, Conditional Regional Business Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 2 - 1 Z21-13 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 2 of 10 SURROUNDING AREA LAND USE ZONING North Undeveloped B-2, R-15 East Residential R-15 South Commercial Services B-2, R-15 West Commercial Services including but not limited to Dollar General, NHC ABC, HWY 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries, Coastal Carolina Carwash B-2 ZONING HISTORY July 1, 1985 Initially zoned Castle Hayne District COMMUNITY SERVICES Water/Sewer Water services are not available through CFPUA. Currently, sanitary sewer capacity is available through CFPUA. The applicant is pursuing the extension of the CFPUA public main line currently stubbed at Castle Hayne Road and Castle Avenue. This is a joint effort between additional landowners along the Castle Hayne Road frontage. Fire Protection New Hanover County Fire Services, New Hanover County Northern Fire District, New Hanover County Castle Hayne Station Schools Castle Hayne Elementary, Holly Shelter Middle, and Laney High Schools Recreation Riverside Park Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 2 - 2 Z21-13 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 3 of 10 CONSERVATION, HISTORIC, & ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES Conservation No known conservation resources. Historic No known historic resources. Archaeological No known archaeological resources. APPLICANT’S PROPOSED CONCEPTUAL PLAN Includes Staff Markups • The applicant is proposing to rezone approximately 1.15 acres from B-2, Regional Business, and R-15, Residential to (CZD) B-2, Conditional Regional Business. There will be two Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 2 - 3 Z21-13 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 4 of 10 structures, one 4,000 square feet and the other 7,000 square feet intended for commercial flex space. • Under the proposed conditional B-2 zoning, permissible uses on the site would be limited to the following: - indoor recreation establishment (e.g., a video arcade or indoor sports gymnasium) - repair shop without outdoor activity (e.g., a phone or computer repair shop) - contractor office without outdoor storage of materials - business or professional office (e.g., tax services or realtor office) - personal services (e.g., barber shop or nail salon) - instructional services & studios (e.g., dance studio, gym class) - retail sales - RV and boat trailer storage • Access to the site is provided by a 30’ access easement through Coastal Carolina Carwash. As shown on the site plan, parking is located on the Castle Hayne Road corridor side of the property, away from existing adjacent residential uses. • The applicant is proposing a buffer along Blossom Street to reduce impacts on adjacent residents. No access is provided from Blossom Street. ZONING CONSIDERATIONS • The subject site is split-zoned B-2, Regional Business, and R-15, Residential. The intent of the B-2 district is to provide for the appropriate location and design of auto-oriented uses that meet the needs of the motoring public or that rely on pass-by traffic. The purpose of the R- 15 Residential District is to serve as a transition between very low-density residential development patterns and smaller lot, more dense residential areas of the County. • When zoning was initially applied in this area, a strip of B-2 zoning approximately 190 feet in width was established along the eastern side of Castle Hayne Road with the remainder of the property zoned R-15. The strip of R-15 served as a buffer between business and residential use. At the time, the few zoning classifications did not allow for many options for commercial and residential districts, resulting in high intensity commercial directly abutting low density residential. • The subject site was previously used as a mobile home park, however that use has since been discontinued. The R-15 portion and the parcel at 6016 Castle Hayne Road are currently undeveloped. • The property is located within the commercial area of Castle Hayne. This area includes general office, retail, and restaurant uses. Single-family housing surrounds the commercial area and is located directly east of the property along Blossom Street, an unimproved public right-of-way. • While the site is zoned B-2 and R-15, it directly abuts B-2 zoning within the Castle Hayne commercial node and R-15 to the east. • Current R-15 zoning would allow up to 3 dwelling units on the 1.15-acre site at a density of 2.5 du/ac.. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 2 - 4 Z21-13 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 5 of 10 • The subject 1.15-acre site is currently part of a parent parcel approximately 2.00 acres in area. The residual property is not included with this proposal and will remain zoned B-2. • The proposed site plan would be subject to technical review to ensure compliance with applicable County and State regulations, including applicable site design and approval provisions within the UDO. AREA SUBDIVISIONS UNDER DEVELOPMENT • The property is not within one mile of any subdivisions under development. TRANSPORTATION • Access will be provided to the subject property from Castle Hayne Road, an NCDOT- maintained minor arterial street, through a 30-foot access easement across the existing Coastal Carolina Carwash lot. • The proposed driveway will consist of one egress lane and one ingress lane. A parking lot cross-access connection will also be provided to the undeveloped portion of the parent parcel. • As currently zoned, it is estimated the site would generate about 3 trips during the peak hours if developed at the permitted density. The most intensive use allowed under the proposed rezoning would be estimated to result in an increase of up to approximately 32 AM peak trips and 72 PM peak trips. • The estimated traffic generated from the site is under the 100 peak hour threshold that triggers the ordinance requirement for a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA). • Because a TIA is not required to analyze transportation impacts at this time, Staff has provided the volume to capacity ratio for the adjacent roadway near the subject site. While volume to capacity ratio, based on average daily trips, can provide a general idea of the function of adjacent roadways, the delay vehicles take in seconds to pass through intersections is generally considered a more effective measure when determining the Level of Service of a roadway. Intensity Approx. Peak Hour Trips Existing Development: Undeveloped 0 AM / 0 PM Typical Development under Current Zoning: 3 Single-Family Dwellings 2 AM / 3 PM Highest Intensity Under Proposed Rezoning: 11,000 Square Feet General Retail Sales 35 AM / 75 PM Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 2 - 5 Z21-13 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 6 of 10 NCDOT Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT) - 2019 Road Location Volume Capacity V/C Castle Hayne 6100 block 19,494 17,375 1.12 (F) • Before any development can occur on this site, the Technical Review Committee will review all plans for compliance with applicable land use regulations, including any recommended roadway improvements that may be required through the NCDOT Driveway permitting process. Nearby Planned Transportation Improvements and Traffic Impact Analyses • The property is not in range of any planned Transportation Improvement Projects nor Traffic Impact Analyses. ENVIRONMENTAL • The property is not within a Natural Heritage Area or Special Flood Hazard Area. • The property is within the Holly Shelter Creek watershed. • Per the Classification of Soils in New Hanover County for Septic Tank Suitability, soils on the property consist of Class I soils (suitable/slight limitation). Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 2 - 6 Z21-13 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 7 of 10 OTHER CONSIDERATIONS REPRESENTATIVE DEVELOPMENTS Representative Developments of R-15: Page’s Corner in Ogden Clay Crossing Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 2 - 7 Z21-13 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 8 of 10 Representative Developments of B-2: Context and Compatibility • The property is located along Castle Hayne Road, which is identified as a Minor Arterial on the WMPO Functional Classification Map. • The site abuts the Castle Hayne commercial node on 3 sides and is adjacent to single family homes to the east on Blossom Street. • The site plan positions the two commercial buildings to the back of the property near Blossom Street. There would be no vehicular access to Blossom Street from the site. An 8’ fence shall be provided along with the required buffer (UDO Table 5.4.3.B.1) where the CZD B-2 abuts existing residential uses. • The development would have no impact on the school system. • The business seeking the rezoning owns the existing car wash at 6100 Castle Hayne Road, at the front of the property. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 2 - 8 Z21-13 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 9 of 10 2016 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The New Hanover County Future Land Use Map provides a general representation of the vision for New Hanover County’s future land use, as designated by place types describing the character and function of the different types of development that make up the community. These place types are intended to identify general areas for particular development patterns and should not be interpreted as being parcel specific. Future Land Use Map Place Type Community Mixed Use Place Type Description Focuses on small-scale, compact, mixed use development patterns that serve all modes of travel and act as an attractor for county residents and visitors. Types of appropriate uses include office, retail, mixed use, recreational, commercial, institutional, and multi-family and single-family residential. Analysis The subject property is located in a transitional area near the Castle Hayne commercial services node and, ideally would provide for the needs of adjacent residential neighborhoods. The Comprehensive Plan classifies properties along the Castle Hayne Road corridor as Community Mixed Use. It is the intent of the plan to allow for the continued growth of this node with commercial services and moderate density residential development while also providing a transition between the lower density housing to the east and the high intensity Castle Hayne Road Corridor. The subject site’s location on the boundary of the existing commercial node makes it appropriate for lower intensity commercial uses that will help provide that transition, such as the limited number of uses proposed for the flex commercial space. The proposed project can provide lower-intensity commercial services for nearby residents as well as commuters since Castle Hayne Road is an important commuter route to and from Pender County. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 2 - 9 Z21-13 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 10 of 10 In addition, the proposed development will allow for the types of commercial uses that would be appropriate in a Community Mixed Use place type and would provide services to the surrounding community. Consistency Recommendation The proposed rezoning for CZD B-2 is generally CONSISTENT with the Comprehensive Plan because it will allow for the types of commercial uses encouraged in the Community Mixed Use place type and would provide lower-intensity commercial services in a transitional area. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the proposal and suggests the following motion: I move to APPROVE the proposed rezoning to a Conditional B-2 district. I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because it will allow for the types of commercial uses that would be encouraged in the Community Mixed Use place type. I also find APPROVAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the site is located on an arterial street near existing commercial services and the use would have limited traffic impacts. Staff Suggested Conditions: 1. Proposed uses of the flex office space buildings shall be limited to the following: - Indoor Recreation Establishment - Repair Shop (no Outdoor Activity) - Contractor Office (no Outdoor Storage) - Offices for Private Business and Professional Activities - Personal Services (General) - Instructional Services & Studios - Retail Sales (Building and Construction Supplies) - General Retail Sales - Outdoor RV and Boat Trailer Storage 2. An 8’ fence shall be provided along with the required buffer (UDO Table 5.4.3.B.1) where the CZD B-2 abuts residential uses. Alternative Motion for Denial I move to DENY the proposed rezoning to a Conditional B-2 district. While I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because it would allow for the types of commercial uses that would be encouraged in the Community Mixed Use place type, I find DENIAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal is not consistent with the desired character of the surrounding community and the intensity will adversely impact the adjacent neighborhoods. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 2 - 10 LinvilleDr BlossomFerryRd Or a n g e S t MishoeRd V o l k Dr Lynn Av ShearinHills D r Blo s s o m S t M cclure Cir Ca s t l e H a y n e R d Sy c a m o r e A v R-15B-2 RA R-10 SHODIncorporated Areas Indicates Conditional Zoning District (CZD) See Section 5.7 of the UDOCOD B-1 AC R-5 EDZD CB I-1 R-7 PD B-2 I-2 R-10 RMF-X CS AR R-15 RMFU SC RA R-20 UMXZ O&I R-20S Zoning Districts CZD B-2B-2 & R-15 Commercial & Undeveloped 6010, 6016, 6100 Castle Hayne Road Z21-13 Proposed Zoning/Use:Existing Zoning/Use:Site Address:Case:R 525 Feet Subject Site Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 3 - 1 L i n v i l l e D r BlossomFerryRd Or a n g e S t MishoeRd Volk Dr Lynn Av ShearinHillsDr Bl o s s o m S t M c c l u r e C ir Ca s t l e H a y n e R d Sy c a m o r e A v Rural Residential General ResidentialCommunity Mixed Use New Hanover County, NCCONSERVATION RURAL RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY MIXED USE URBAN MIXED USE GENERAL RESIDENTIAL EMPLOYMENT CENTER COMMERCE ZONE Place Types CZD B-2B-2 & R-15 Commercial & Undeveloped 6010, 6016, 6100 Castle Hayne Road Z21-13 Proposed Zoning/Use:Existing Zoning/Use:Site Address:Case:R 525 Feet Subject Site Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 4 - 1 Old Bridge S i t e R d D i a m o n d S h a m r o c k R d Nort h e a s t A v I- 4 0 Lund A v Priva t e CA S T L E H A Y N E R D I- 4 0 Linville Dr BlossomFerryRd Or a n g e S t Mis h o e R d Volk Dr Lynn Av Shearin Hill s D r Blo s s o m S t Mcclure Cir Ca s t l e H a y n e R d Sy c a m o r e A v 6008 6208 5900 C 6004 6000 4 6000 3 6017 5900 A 6215 5900 B 5916 6201 6117 6205 6107 6111 59055907 6000 2 6015 5 6201 6101 6010 6117 6000 6301 3 6001 6000 6 6118 6200 5915 59175908 6011 6000 60056000 5 3909 6120 6100 3913 11 6025 6115 6101 6129 5900 5901 6206 6016 6200 6004 6008 6000 1 6001 16001 2 6001 36001 4 6001 66001 7 6205 6001 8 New Hanover County, NC CASTLEHAYNERD I-40 HOLLY SHELTER RD Site CZD B-2B-2 & R-15 Commercial & Undeveloped 6010, 6016, 6100 Castle Hayne Road Z21-13 Proposed Zoning/Use:Existing Zoning/Use:Site Address:Case:R 525 Feet Subject Site Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 5 - 1 APPLICANT MATERIALS Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 6 - 1 Page 1 of 6 Conditional Zoning District Application – Updated 12-2020 NEW HANOVER COUNTY_____________________ DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE 230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110 Wilmington, North Carolina 28403 Telephone (910) 798-7165 FAX (910) 798-7053 planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com CONDITIONAL ZONINGAPPLICATION This application form must be completed as part of a conditional zoning application submitted through the county’s online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the application, are set out in Section 10.3.3 of the Unified Development Ordinance. Public Hearing Procedures (Optional) Pre-Application Conference 1 Community Information Meeting 2 Application Submittal & Acceptance 3 Planning Director Review & Staff Report (TRC Optional) 4 Public Hearing Scheduling & Notification 5 Planning Board Hearing & Recom- mendation 6 Board of Commissioners Hearing & Decision 7 Post-Decision Limitations and Actions 1.Applicant and Property Owner Information Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent) Company Company/Owner Name 2 Address Address City, State, Zip City, State, Zip Phone Phone Email Email Cindee Wolf Design Solutions P.O. Box 7221 Wilmington, NC 28406 910-620-2374 cwolf@lobodemar.biz Coastal Carolina Car Wash, LLC 1202 N. Lake Park Blvd. Carolina Beach, NC 28428 910-443-6424 (Contact: Matt Murphy) matt@secofconstruction.com Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 1 Page 2 of 6 Conditional Zoning District Application – Updated 12-2020 2.Subject Property Information Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s) Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s) Future Land Use Classification 3.Proposed Zoning, Use(s), & Narrative Proposed Conditional Zoning District: Total Acreage of Proposed District: Please list the uses that will be allowed within the proposed Conditional Zoning District, the purpose of the district, and a project narrative (attach additional pages if necessary). Note: Only uses permitted in the corresponding General Use District are eligible for consideration within a Conditional Zoning District. 4.Proposed Condition(s) Note: Within a Conditional Zoning District, additional conditions and requirements which represent greater restrictions on the development and use of the property than the corresponding general use district regulations may be added. These conditions may assist in mitigating the impacts the proposed development may have on the surrounding community. Please list any conditions proposed to be placed on the Conditional Zoning District below. Staff, the Planning Board, and Board of Commissioners may propose additional conditions during the review process. p/o Community Mixed-Use CZD / B-2 323213.23.3046 & p/o 323213.22.2956 B-2 & R-15 2.00 ac. +/- 6016 & 6100 Castle Hayne Road The development proposes 11,000 square feet of commercial rental space, generally referred to as"Flex Units." The users are generally interested in a smaller area of office space with provision forinterior storage with an accessible garage door in the rear of the building. Customer traffic is limited,so parking facilities are minimized. Reference the attached "Concept Plan" for site layout, proposed improvements and details. The projectwill have no access - neither vehicular nor pedestrian - to Blossom Street. The entire perimeter of theproject, excepting the access drive, will be surrounded by an 8'-high screening fence to both secure the facility and to provide buffering to the surrounding properties. Proposed uses will be limited to: * Indoor Recreation Establishment* Repair Shop (with no outdoor activity)* Contractor Office (with no outdoor stoarge of materials)* Offices for Private Business & Professional Activities* Personal Services, General* Retail Sales, Building & Constuction Supplies* Retail Sales, General* Outdoor RV & Boat Trailer Storage 1.15 ac. +/- Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 2 Page 3 of 6 Conditional Zoning District Application – Updated 12-2020 5.Traffic Impact Please provide the estimated number of trips generated for the proposed use(s) based off the most recent version of the Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual. A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) must be completed for all proposed developments that generate more than 100 peak hour trips, and the TIA must be included with this application. ITE Land Use: Trip Generation Use and Variable (gross floor area, dwelling units, etc.) AM Peak Hour Trips: PM Peak Hour Trips: 6.Conditional Zoning District Considerations The Conditional Zoning District procedure is established to address situations where a particular land use would be consistent with the New Hanover County 2016 Comprehensive Plan and the objectives outlined in the Unified Development Ordinance and where only a specific use or uses is proposed. The procedure is intended primarily for use with transitions between zoning districts of dissimilar character where a particular use or uses, with restrictive conditions to safeguard adjacent land uses, can create a more orderly transition benefiting all affected parties and the community at-large. The applicant must explain, with reference to attached plans (where applicable), how the proposed Conditional Zoning district meets the following criteria. 1.How would the requested change be consistent with the County’s policies for growth and development, as described in the 2016 Comprehensive Plan, applicable small area plans, etc. The policies for growth and development encourage continued efforts to maintain existing businesses, and attract new ones. Castle Hayne is transitioning into a more active town. The property is along a commercial corridor where business activities are most convenient. Sustainability of the County depends on sensible in-fill and maximizing land use already accessbile to services. 17 16 Commercial Flex Space / ** Highest trip generator use would probably be General Office (ITE / 710) 11,000 s.f. / Based on KSF Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 3 Page 4 of 6 Conditional Zoning District Application – Updated 12-2020 2.How would the requested Conditional Zoning district be consistent with the property’s classification on the 2016 Comprehensive Plan’s Future Land Use Map. 3.What significant neighborhood changes have occurred to make the original zoning inappropriate, or how is the land involved unsuitable for the uses permitted under the existing zoning? The subject property is split-zoned by an existing business district with a car wash. Residential use onthe property to the rear would no longer be appropriate or attractive. Extending the zoning, but withspecific uses and a plan under a Conditional District, protects adjacent properties, and can serveas a transition. The tract is identified in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan as a "Community Mixed-Use" place-type.The plan suggests higher densities or more intensive uses to support the sourrounding residentialneighborhoods. The proposed project is an acceptable transition use along the busy road corridor. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 4 Page 5 of 6 Conditional Zoning District Application – Updated 12-2020 Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. If an item is not applicable, mark as “N/A”. Applications determined to be incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review; Staff will confirm if an application is complete within five business days of submittal. Application Checklist Applicant Initial … This application form, completed and signed … Application fee: x $600 for 5 acres or less x $700 for more than 5 acres x $300 in addition to base fee for applications requiring TRC review … Community meeting written summary … Traffic impact analysis (if applicable) … Legal description (by metes and bounds) or recorded survey Map Book and Page Reference of the property requested for rezoning … Conceptual Plan including the following minimum elements: Tract boundaries and total area, location of adjoining parcels and roads x Proposed use of land, building areas and other improvements o For residential uses, include the maximum number, height, and type of units; area to be occupied by the structures; and/or proposed subdivision boundaries. o For non-residential uses, include the maximum square footage and height of each structure, an outline of the area structures will occupy, and the specific purposes for which the structures will be used. x Proposed transportation and parking improvements; including proposed rights-of-way and roadways; proposed access to and from the subject site; arrangement and access provisions for parking areas. x All existing and proposed easements, required setbacks, rights-of-way, and buffers. x The location of Special Flood Hazard Areas. x A narrative of the existing vegetation on the subject site including the approximate location, species, and size (DBH) of regulated trees. For site less than 5 acres, the exact location, species, and sized (DBH) of specimen trees must be included. x Approximate location and type of stormwater management facilities intended to serve the site. x Approximate location of regulated wetlands. x Any additional conditions and requirements that represent greater restrictions on development and use of the tract than the corresponding general use district regulations or additional limitations on land that may be regulated by state law or local ordinance … One (1) hard copy of ALL documents and site plan. Additional hard copies may be required by staff depending on the size of the document/site plan. … One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans CW CW CW CW CW CW CW N/A Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 5 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 6 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 7 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 8 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 9 Legal Description for  Conditional Zoning District  Over p/o 6016 & p/o 6100 Castle Hayne Road      Beginning at a point located South 80050’00” East, 180.00 feet from a point in the eastern  boundary of Castle Hayne Road (NC. Hwy. 117), a 50’ public right‐of‐way, formerly known as  Peachtree Street, and recorded among the land records of the New Hanover County Registry in  Map Book 48 / 150; said point being located South 09010’00” West, 611.00 feet from its  intersection with the southern boundary of Vine Street, a 50’ public right‐of‐way; and running  thence from the point of beginning:    South 80050’00” East, 150.00 feet to a point in the western boundary of Blossom Street, a 50’  public right‐of‐way; thence with that boundary,  South 09010’00” West, 314.00 feet to a point; thence  North 80050’00” West, 165.00 feet to a point; thence  North 09010’00” East, 185.00 feet to a point; thence  South 80050’00” East, 15.00 feet to a point; thence  North 09010’00” East, 129.00 feet to the point and place of beginning, containing 49,875  square‐feet (1.15 acres), more or less.      Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 10 REPORT OF COMMUNITY MEETING REQUIRED BY NEW HANOVER COUNTY ZONING ORIDINANCE FOR CONDITIONAL DISTRICT REZONINGS Project Name: Coastal Carolina Flex / 6100 Castle Hayne Road Proposed Zoning: B-2 & R-15 to (CZD) B-2 The undersigned hereby certifies that written notice of a community meeting on the above zoning application was given to the adjacent property owners set forth on the attached list by first class mail, and provided to the Planning Department for notice of the Sunshine List on September 7, 2021 . A copy of that written notice and a list of recipients are attached. Subsequently, one of the recipients objected to the venue and offered the community clubhouse as an alternative. Another mailing was made for the updated location. It is also attached. The meeting was held at the following time and place: Wednesday, September 22, 2021 6:00 p.m.; at Shelter #2 of the Northern Regional Park, 4700 Old Avenue, Castle Hayne The persons in attendance at the meeting were: Reference attached sign-in List. The following issues were discussed at the meeting: A presentation was given on the proposed project, how it relates to the 2008 Castle Hayne Land Use Plan and now the New Hanover County Comprehensive Plan, and the particulars about Conditional Zoning Districts. The primary concern was over impacts to the residents along Blossom Street. It was explained that there was no access – neither vehicular nor pedestrian – proposed From the project. An 8’-high screening fence will surround the project. As a result of the meeting, the following changes were made to the petition: None Date: September 28, 2021 Applicant: Design Solutions By: Cindee Wolf Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 11 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 12 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 13 Pl a n n i n g B o a r d - N o v e m b e r 4 , 2 0 2 1 IT E M : 1 - 7 - 1 4 Adjacent Owners within 500' Perimeter of 6100 Castle Hayne Road: OWNERMAILING ADDRESSCITY / STATE / ZIP SITUS LOCATION 1215 HILLSBOROUGH STREET LLC 3337 RIDGECREST CT RALEIGH, NC 27607 6001 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE BELLSOUTH TELECOMMUNICATIONS1155 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 14H02 ATLANTA, GA 30309 5915 ORANGE ST  CASTLE HAYNE BENNETT RESIDENTIAL PROP LLC6601 MYRTLE GROVE RD WILMINGTON, NC 284096004 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE BENNETT RESIDENTIAL PROP LLC6601 MYRTLE GROVE RD WILMINGTON, NC 284096008 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE EMC 3 LLC2108 BULL RUN DR APEX, NC 27539 6000 BLOSSOM ST  CASTLE HAYNE GEE MEGAN E ETAL 6200 BLOSSOM ST CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6200 BLOSSOM ST  CASTLE HAYNE GIRON CONSTRUCTION EXTERIOR LLC3 PECKHAM CT CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6107 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE HECTOR LEONA J HRS6117 CASTLE HAYNE RD CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6117 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE HECTOR LEONA J HRS6117 CASTLE HAYNE RD CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6117 CASTLE HAYNE RD CASTLE HAYNE HORRELL BRENDA KPO BOX 66CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 5916 BLOSSOM ST  CASTLE HAYNE HUMBLES BETTY JEAN5 CASTLE AVE CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 5900 BLOSSOM ST  CASTLE HAYNE HUMBLES BETTY JEAN5 CASTLE AVE CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 5 CASTLE AVE  CASTLE HAYNE LOREK LOUISE T HRS4115 CAPE LANDING RD CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 5901 CASTLE HAYNE RD CASTLE HAYNE MCCLURE MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIANPO BOX 246CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429      MCCLURE MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIANPO BOX 246CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 5908 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE MEYER LORETTA D LIFE ESTATE 6201 CASTLE HAYNE RD CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6201 CASLTE HAYNE RD CASTLE HAYNE MEYER LORETTA DANKO LIFE EST 6201 CASTLE HAYNE RD CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6129 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE NC DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION3113 KERR AVE NWILMINGTON, NC 28405      NEW HANOVER COUNTY ABC BOARDPO BOX 3036 WILMINGTON, NC 284026015 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE NINE MILES NORTH LLC300 CORAL DR WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC 28480 6200 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE NINE MILES NORTH LLC300 CORAL DR WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC 28480 6201 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE NINE MILES NORTH LLC300 CORAL DR WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC 28480 6118 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE NINE MILES NORTH LLC300 CORAL DR WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC 28480 6118 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE NUNALEE ELEANOR6208 BLOSSOM ST CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6206 BLOSSOM ST  CASTLE HAYNE NUNALEE ELEANOR M6208 BLOSSOM ST CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6208 BLOSSOM ST  CASTLE HAYNE PARKER LARRY J SANDRA T 4937 INDIAN CORN TRL CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6205 ORANGE ST  CASTLE HAYNE PERMENTER BERTHA H LIFE ESTATE 3112 SHADOW POND TER WINTER GARDEN, FL 347876017 ORANGE ST  CASTLE HAYNE RTM LANDSCAPES INC 8817 SAWMILL CREEK LN WILMINGTON, NC 284116101 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE RWH PROPERTIES LLCPO BOX 1489WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC 28480 6101 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE SANCHEZ CARMELA R ETAL 6011 ORANGE ST CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6011 ORANGE ST  CASTLE HAYNE SCHWARTZ KATHARINA B HRS 1045 FAYETTEVILLE AVE CALABASH, NC 28467 6010 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE SEWELL RICHARD A 80 GANDER LN ROCKY POINT, NC 28457 6000 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE SUTTON JEFFREY HEIRS ETAL PO BOX 577CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 3 CASTLE AVE  CASTLE HAYNE SUTTON JEFFREY HEIRS ETAL PO BOX 577CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 5900 CASTLE HAYNE RD  CASTLE HAYNE TF HOLDINGS LIMITED PTNRP6336 OLEANDER DR  #1WILMINGTON, NC 284036205 BLOSSOM ST  CASTLE HAYNE TRYER PAMELA 6115 ORANGE ST CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6115 ORANGE ST  CASTLE HAYNE TRYER PAMELA 6115 ORANGE ST CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6115 ORANGE ST  CASTLE HAYNE VANN ERIC LEE1828 OAKLEY RD CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6005 ORANGE ST  CASTLE HAYNE VANN LORRIE WILLIAMS WILLIAM C6101 ORANGE ST CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429     CASTLE HAYNE VANN LORRIE WILLIAMS WILLIAM C6101 ORANGE ST CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429 6101 ORANGE ST  CASTLE HAYNE Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 15   September 7, 2021    To: Adjacent Property Owners    Re: Coastal Carolina Business Park     The Owners of land at 6100 Castle Hayne Road are interested in developing a commercial center behind the  existing car wash.  This property is within the proximity of your property.  This proposal would require a  Conditional Zoning District approval from New Hanover County.      A Conditional Zoning District allows particular uses to be established only in accordance with specific  standards & conditions pertaining to each individual development project.  Essentially, this means that only  the use, structures & layout of an approved proposal can be developed.  An exhibit of the project is enclosed.    The County requires that the developer hold a meeting for all property owners within 500 feet of the tract  boundary, and any other interested parties.  This provides neighbors with an opportunity for explanation of  the proposal and for questions to be answered concerning project improvements, benefits and impacts.    A meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 22st, at Shelter #2 of the Northern Regional Park, 4700 Old  Avenue, Castle Hayne, 6:00 p.m.  The location is left from Old Avenue, towards the tennis courts.         If you cannot attend, you are also welcome to contact me, Cindee Wolf, at telephone # 910‐620‐2374, or  email cwolf@lobodemar.biz with comments and/or questions.    We appreciate your interest in the project, and look forward to being a good neighbor and an asset to the  community.  Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 7 - 16 Pl a n n i n g B o a r d - N o v e m b e r 4 , 2 0 2 1 IT E M : 1 - 7 - 1 7 Page 2of 6 Conditional Zoning DistrictApplication–Updated12-2020 2.Subject Property Information Address/LocationParcel Identification Number(s) Total Parcel(s) AcreageExisting Zoning and Use(s)Future Land Use Classification 3.Proposed Zoning, Use(s), & Narrative Proposed Conditional Zoning District:Total Acreage of Proposed District: Please list the uses that will be allowed within the proposed Conditional Zoning District, the purpose of the district, and a project narrative (attach additional pagesif necessary). Note: Only uses permittedin the corresponding General Use District are eligible for consideration within a Conditional Zoning District. 4.Proposed Condition(s) Note: Within a Conditional Zoning District, additional conditions and requirements which represent greater restrictions on the development and use of the property than the corresponding general use district regulations may be added. These conditions may assist in mitigating the impacts the proposed development may have on the surrounding community. Please list any conditions proposed to be placed on the Conditional Zoning District below. Staff, the Planning Board, and Board of Commissioners may propose additional conditions during the review process. p/o Community Mixed-Use CZD / B-2 323213.23.3046 & p/o 323213.22.2956 B-2 & R-15 2.00 ac. +/- 6016 & 6100 Castle Hayne Road The development proposes 11,000 square feet of commercial rental space, generally referred to as"Flex Units." The users are generally interested in a smaller area of office space with provision forinterior storage with an accessible garage door in the rear of the building. Customer traffic is limited,so parking facilities are minimized. 1.15 ac. +/- Reference the attached "Concept Plan" for site layout, proposed improvements and details. The projectwill have no access - neither vehicular nor pedestrian - to Blossom Street. The entire perimeter of theproject, excepting the access drive, will be surrounded by an 8'-high screening fence to both secure the facility and to provide buffering to the surrounding properties. Proposed uses will be limited to: * Indoor Recreation Establishment* Repair Shop (with no outdoor activity)* Contractor Office (with no outdoor stoarge of materials)* Offices for Private Business & Professional Activities* Personal Services, General* Retail Sales, Building & Constuction Supplies* Retail Sales, General* Outdoor RV & Boat Trailer Storage* Instructional Services & StudiosOutdoor RV & Boat Trailer Stora Instructional Services & Studios Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 8 - 1 PROPOSED SITE PLAN Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 1 - 9 - 1 Planning Board - November 4, 2021ITEM: 1- 10 - 1 NEW HANOVER COUNTY PLANNING BOARD REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: 11/4/2021 Regular DEPARTMENT: Planning PRESENTER(S): Ron Meredith, Current Planner CONTACT(S): Ron Meredith; Nicole Smith, Senior Planner; and Rebekah Roth, Planning & Land Use Director SUBJECT: Public Hearing Request by Cindee Wolfe with Design Solu4ons, applicant, on behalf of the property owner, Carolyn Faye Barefoot, to rezone approximately 2.23 acres of land located at 137 Spring Road from AR, Airport Residen4al District to (CZD) R-15, Condi4onal R-15 district, Residen4al District. BRIEF SUMMARY: The applicant is proposing to rezone approximately 2.23 acres from AR to (CZD) R-15. The applicant is seeking to construct a 5-lot single-family subdivision. As currently designed, the proposal will comply with the County’s standards for a minor subdivision and will meet the conven2onal R-15 district dimensional standards. No internal subdivision roads are planned to be constructed. The applicant’s proposal will have direct access to the exis2ng Spring Road, which is state-maintained. The applicant has agreed to a condi2on which states housing types in the development shall be limited to single-family detached. While the site is currently zoned AR, the adjacent parcels have similar lot dimensions as the applicant’s proposal. Adjacent zoning includes Airport Residen2al (AR), Airport Commerce (AC), and R-15, residen2al district. The AR district in this area was established in 1974. At the 2me, the purpose of the AR district was to promote low density housing in the vicinity of the Airport and discourage uses which tend to concentrate large numbers of people like schools, hospitals, and rest homes. The es2mated traffic generated from the site is under the 100 peak hour threshold that triggers the ordinance requirement for a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA). Based on the current general student genera2on rate, the increase in homes would result in approximately 1 addi2onal student than would be generated under current zoning. The general student genera2on rate provides only an es2mate of an2cipated student yield as different forms of housing at different price points yield different numbers of students. Please refer to the schools sec2on included in this report for addi2onal informa2on on school enrollment and capacity. The rezoning will result in three addi2onal lots, which are expected to have minimal impact on the surrounding areas. According to the applicant, the proposed lots sizes will meet the conven2onal R-15 district standards. The proposed lot sizes and single-family housing type are similar to exis2ng development in the adjacent neighborhood of Sedgefield. The proposed (CZD) R-15 rezoning is generally CONSISTENT with the Comprehensive Plan because it allows the types of uses recommended in the General Residen2al place type, is iden2fied as a typical zoning category in this place type, and is consistent with the exis2ng development pa@ern of the surrounding area. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: Intelligent Growth & Economic DevelopmentEncourage development of complete communi2es in the unincorporated countyEnsure NHC has appropriate housing to support business growth RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Staff recommends approval of this applica2on and suggests the following mo2on: I move to APPROVE the proposed rezoning to a Condi2onal R-15, district. I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because the proposed density is in line with the residen2al housing densi2es outlined for General Residen2al areas. I also find APPROVAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal is consistent with the exis2ng development pa@ern of the surrounding area. Staff suggested condi2on: Housing types in the development shall be limited to single-family detached. Alterna4ve Mo4on for Denial I move to DENY the proposed rezoning to a Condi2onal R-15, district. While I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because the proposed density is in line with the residen2al housing densi2es outlined for General Residen2al areas, I find DENIAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal will adversely impact the adjacent neighborhoods. ATTACHMENTS: Descrip2on Z21-14 PB Script PB Z21-14 Staff Report Final Z21-14 Zoning Map Z21-14 Future Land Use Map Z21-14 Neighboring Properties Applicant Materials CS Z21-14 Applicant Package Z21-14 Site Plan CS Z21-14 Site Plan COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 SCRIPT for Zoning Map Amendment Application (Z21-14) Request by Cindee Wolfe with Design Solutions, applicant, on behalf of the property owner, Carolyn Faye Barefoot, to rezone approximately 2.23 acres of land located at 137 Spring Road from AR, Airport Residential District to (CZD) R-15, Conditional R-15 district, Residential District. 1. This is a public hearing. We will hear a presentation from staff. Then the applicant and any opponents will each be allowed 15 minutes for their presentation and an additional 5 minutes for rebuttal. 2. Conduct Hearing, as follows: a. Staff presentation b. Applicant’s presentation (up to 15 minutes) c. Opponent’s presentation (up to 15 minutes) d. Applicant’s rebuttal (up to 5 minutes) e. Opponent’s rebuttal (up to 5 minutes) 3. Close the public hearing 4. Board discussion 5. Vote on the application. The motion should include a statement saying how the change is, or is not, consistent with the land use plan and why approval or denial of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest. Example Motion for Approval I move to APPROVE the proposed rezoning to a Conditional R-15, district. I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because the proposed density is in line with the residential housing densities outlined for General Residential areas. I also find APPROVAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal is consistent with the existing development pattern of the surrounding area. Staff suggested condition: 1. Housing types in the development shall be limited to single-family detached. Alternative Motion for Denial I move to DENY the proposed rezoning to a Conditional R-15, district. While I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because the proposed density is in line with the residential housing densities outlined for General Residential areas, I find DENIAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal will adversely impact the adjacent neighborhoods. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 1 - 1 Alternative Motion for Approval/Denial: I move to [Approve/Deny] the proposed rezoning to a Conditional R-15, district. I find it to be [Consistent/Inconsistent] with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because [insert reasons] __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ I also find [Approval/Denial] of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because [insert reasons] __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 1 - 2 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 1 of 16 STAFF REPORT FOR Z21-14 ZONING MAP AMENDMENT APPLICATION APPLICATION SUMMARY Case Number: Z21-14 Request: Rezone 2.23 acres from AR Residential to (CZD) R-15, Residential Applicant: Property Owner(s): Cindee Wolfe with Design Solutions Carolyn Faye Barefoot Location: Acreage: 137 Spring Road 2.23 acres PID(s): Comp Plan Place Type: R04107-002-006-000 General Residential & Conservation Existing Land Use: Proposed Land Use: Undeveloped 5-lot single-family residential development Current Zoning: Proposed Zoning: AR, Airport Residential (CZD) R-15, Conditional R-15 district SURROUNDING AREA LAND USE ZONING North Single-Family Residential (Sedgefield) AR East Single-Family Residential (Sedgefield), Undeveloped AR, AC South Single-Family Residential, Undeveloped R-15 West Single-Family Residential AR Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 1 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 2 of 16 ZONING HISTORY October 4, 1976 Initially zoned AR (Area Airport) COMMUNITY SERVICES Water/Sewer Water and sanitary sewer service are available through the CFPUA. Fire Protection New Hanover County Fire Services, New Hanover County Northern Fire District, New Hanover County Wrightsboro Station. Schools Wrightsboro Elementary, Holly Shelter Middle, and New Hanover High Schools Recreation Optimist Park CONSERVATION, HISTORIC, & ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES Conservation No known conservation resources Historic No known historic resources Archaeological No known archaeological resources PROPOSED CONCEPTUAL SITE PLAN • The applicant is proposing to rezone approximate 2.23 acres from AR to (CZD) R-15 to construct a 5-lot single-family subdivision. • As currently designed, the proposal will comply with the County’s standards for a minor subdivision and will meet the conventional R-15 district dimensional standards. • No internal subdivision roads are planned to be constructed. The applicant’s proposal will have direct access to Spring Road which is a state-maintained road. • The applicant has agreed to a condition which states that the housing types in the development shall be limited to single family detached. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 2 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 3 of 16 Applicant’s Conceptual Site Plan with Staff Markups ZONING CONSIDERATIONS • The subject site is located in close proximity to the downtown and airport economic hubs, employment opportunities including GE and N. Kerr Industrial Park, and other regional destinations. In addition, the site is close to three major transportation corridors: MLK Jr. Parkway, Interstate 40, and Interstate 140. • The subject site consists of one parcel bordering the Sedgefield subdivision to the east and north. Adjacent zoning includes Airport Residential (AR), Airport Commerce (AC), and R-15, residential district. • The AR district in this area was established in 1974 after Sedgefield was platted. At the time, the purpose of the AR district was to promote low density housing in the vicinity of the Airport and discourage uses which tend to concentrate large numbers of people like schools, hospitals, and rest homes. • That applicant has stated that the subject tract is not part of the platted Sedgefield subdivision. • While the general area is currently zoned AR, the adjacent parcels have similar lot dimensions as the applicant’s proposal. • Dimensional differences for the current AR and proposed R-15 districts are outlined in the following chart. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 3 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 4 of 16 Conventional Subdivision Dimensional Standards AR (Existing) R-15 (Proposed) Minimum lot size 43,560 sq.ft. (single family) 15,000 sq.ft (single family) Not a permitted Use (duplex) 25,000 sq. Ft (duplex) Minimum Lot Width 100 ft. 80 ft. Front setback (feet) 25 ft 25 ft Side Setback (street) 30 ft 15 ft Side setback (Interior) 20 ft 10 ft Rear setback 20 ft 20 ft Performance Subdivision Density N/A 2.5 du/ac • The proposed 5-lot single-family subdivision would be subject to technical review to ensure compliance with applicable County and State regulations, including applicable site design and approval provisions within the UDO. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 4 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 5 of 16 AREA SUBDIVISIONS UNDER DEVELOPMENT Area Subdivisions Under Development Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 5 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 6 of 16 TRANSPORTATION Access • Access will be provided to the subject site by Spring Road, a local street located east of Castle Hayne Road. • Before any development can occur on this site, the Technical Review Committee will review all plans for compliance with applicable land use regulations, including any recommended roadway improvements that may be required through the NCDOT Driveway permitting process. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 6 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 7 of 16 Development Intensity Approx. Peak Hour Trips Existing Zoning (AR): 2 dwelling units 1 AM/2 PM Proposed Zoning (CZD) R-15): 5 dwelling units 4 AM / 5 PM 3 dwelling units + 3 AM / + 3 PM • The estimated traffic generated from the site is under the 100 peak hour threshold that triggers the ordinance requirement for a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA). • Because a TIA is not required, staff has provided the volume to capacity ratio for Castle Hayne Road and Blue Clay Road near the subject site. While volume to capacity ratio, based on average daily trips, can provide a general idea of the function of adjacent roadways, the delay vehicles take in seconds to pass through intersections is generally considered a more effective measure when determining the Level of Service of a roadway. NCDOT Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT) - 2019 Road Location Volume Capacity V/C Castle Hayne Road 2000 Block 17,445 16,803 1.04 Blue Clay Road 2000 Block (south of Fairfield) 10,074 10,978 0.92 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 7 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 8 of 16 Nearby Planned Transportation Improvements and Traffic Impact Analyses Nearby NC STIP Roadway Projects: • STIP Project U-5863 o A multi-lane widening project is scheduled along NC-133 (Castle Hayne Road), from I-140 to SR 1310 (Division Drive). o The Right-of-Way acquisition is expected to occur in 2025. • STIP Project U-5954 o Project to construct a roundabout at the intersection of Castle Hayne Road and 23rd Street. o Right-of-Way acquisition for the project is scheduled for 2025, with construction to begin in 2027. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 8 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 9 of 16 Nearby Traffic Impact Analyses: Traffic Impact Analyses are completed in accordance with the WMPO and NCDOT standards. Approved analyses will expire if the proposed development is not completed by the build out date established within the TIA. Proposed Development Land Use/Intensity TIA Status 1. Hanover Lakes • 231 single-family dwellings • Approved August 13, 2015 • 2018 Build Out Year (per NCDOT, an update to the TIA is not required). The TIA required improvements be completed at certain intersections in the area. The notable improvements consisted of: • Installation of a northbound left turn lane, southbound left turn lane, and southbound right turn lane on Castle Hayne Road at the subdivision’s entrance. Nearby Proposed Developments included within the TIA: • None Development Status: The subdivision is under construction with 172 lots platted. The required roadway improvements have been installed. Proposed Development Land Use/Intensity TIA Status 2. Riverside • 165 Single-Family Dwellings • 72 Multi-Family Units • TIA approved August 13, 2015 • 2019 Build Out Year (no update required per NCDOT) The TIA requires improvements be completed at certain intersections in the area. The notable improvements consisted of: • Installation of an eastbound right turn lane on Riverside Drive at Castle Hayne Road. Nearby Proposed Developments included within the TIA: • River Bluffs • Trasco Distribution Center Development Status: Currently under construction. The required roadway improvement has not been installed at this time. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 9 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 10 of 16 Proposed Development Land Use/Intensity TIA Status 3. Wrightsboro Commons • 226 Multi-Family Units • TIA approved November 28, 2018 • 2023 Build Out Year The TIA requires improvements be completed at certain intersections in the area. The notable improvements consisted of: • Installation of a new signal plan at the intersection of N. Kerr Avenue and Castle Hayne Road. Nearby Proposed Developments included within the TIA: • Riverside Development Status: The applicant is addressing TRC comments. Proposed Development Land Use/Intensity TIA Status 4. Preservation Point (Subject Site) Phase 1 • 123 single-family dwellings • 27 multi-family dwellings • Approved August 21, 2019 • Phase 1 – 2022 Build Out Year • 2023 Full Build Out Year Full Build • 123 single-family dwellings • 27 multi-family dwellings • 5,000 sf of day care • 3,000 sf of high-turnover sit- down restaurant • 2,000 sf of coffee/donut shop with drive-thru • Small office building with 20 employees The TIA required improvements must be completed at certain intersections in the area. The notable improvements consisted of: • Phase 1: Construct a driveway at the entrance of the subject site and Castle Hayne Road that has one ingress and two egress lanes, with one continuous eastbound left turn lane, and construct a right turn lane to exit the site. Install a stop control at the entrance of the subject site and Castle Hayne Road. • Full Build: Construct a right turn lane at the intersection of Castle Hayne Road and Division Drive. Nearby Proposed Developments included within the TIA: • None Development Status: The developer is currently in the process of constructing the Phase 1 required roadway improvements. A total of 123 lots have been platted, and site work is currently underway. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 10 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 11 of 16 ENVIRONMENTAL • The property does not contain any Special Flood Hazard Areas or Natural Heritage Areas. • The subject property is located within the Smith Creek watershed. • Per the Classification of Soils in New Hanover County for Septic Tank Suitability, soils on the property consist of, Class II (moderate limitations), and Class III (severe limitations) soils. • According to the applicant there is no evidence of regulated wetlands within the area of the property to be developed. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS SCHOOLS • Students living in the proposed development would be assigned to Wrightsboro Elementary, Holly Shelter Middle, and New Hanover High Schools. Students may apply to attend public magnet, year-round elementary, or specialized high schools. • Under the current zoning, density would be limited to a maximum of 2 dwelling units. A maximum of 5 units could be developed under the proposed rezoning. • Based on the current general student generation rate*, the increase in homes would result in approximately 1.0 additional students than would be generated under current zoning. • The general student generation rate provides only an estimate of anticipated student yield as different forms of housing at different price points yield different numbers of students. Over the past four years, staff has also seen a decline in the number of students generated by new development. Student numbers remained relatively stable between 2015 and 2020 (excepting the impacts of COVID-19 pandemic), while 14,500 new residential units were permitted across the county. In addition, the student population is anticipated to only grow by approximately 1,300 students over the next 10 years based on the recent New Hanover County Schools Facility Needs Study. Development Type Intensity Estimated Student Yield (current general student generation rate) Existing Development Undeveloped Approximate**Total: 0.0 (0.0 elementary, 0.0 middle, 0.0 high) Typical Development under Current AR Zoning 2 residential units Approximate**Total: 0.00 (0.0 elementary, 0.0 middle, 0.0 high) Typical Development under Proposed (CZD) R-15 Zoning 5 residential units Approximate**Total: 1.0 (1.0 elementary, 0.0 middle, 0.0 high) *The current general student generation rate was calculated by dividing the projected New Hanover County public school student enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year by the number of dwelling units in the county. Currently, there are an average of 0.22 public school students (0.09 for elementary, 0.05 for middle, and 0.08 for high) generated per dwelling unit across New Hanover County. These numbers are updated annually and include students attending out-of-district specialty schools, such as year-round elementary schools, Isaac Bear, and SeaTech. **Because the student generation rate often results in fractional numbers, all approximate student generation yields with a fraction of 0.5 or higher are rounded up to a whole number and yields with a fraction of less than 0.5 are rounded down. This may result in student numbers at the elementary, middle, and high school levels not equaling the approximate total. • Given the size of the proposed development, it may have a build-out date within 5 years, so staff has outlined existing school capacity to provide a general impact of the potential Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 11 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 12 of 16 impact on public schools. These numbers do not reflect any future capacity upgrades that may occur over the next five years or trends in student population changes. School Enrollment* and Capacity** (2021-2022 School Year) * Enrollment is based on the New Hanover County Schools enrollment that was projected for the 2021-2022 school year. **Capacity calculations were determined based on the projected capacities for the 2021-2022 school year, and funded or planned capacity upgrades were those included in the Facility Needs Study presented by New Hanover County Schools to the Board of Education in January 2021. This information does not take into account flexible scheduling that may be available in high school settings, which can reduce the portion of the student body on campus at any one time. • The recent facility needs survey that has been prepared by Schools staff indicates that, based on NC Department of Public Instruction (DPI) student growth projections and school capacity data, planned facility upgrades, combined with changes to student enrollment patterns, will result in adequate capacity district wide over the next five years if facility upgrades are funded. NEW HANOVER COUNTY STRATEGIC PLAN • One of the goals of the New Hanover County Strategic Plan for 2018-2023 is to encourage the development of complete communities in the unincorporated county by increasing housing diversity and access to basic goods and services. • The subject property is located in the Wrightsboro community area, where 39% of residents currently live within one-mile of a convenience need (grocery store, retail staples, pharmacies, etc.), a support service (urgent care, primary doctor’s office, child & adult care, etc.), and a community facility (public park, school, museum etc.). The proposed (CZD) R-15 district, and number of units proposed would increase the number of residences within one-mile of goods and services. • The predominant housing type in the area is single family detached at 88%. Under the proposed (CZD) R-15 district, single family detached housing units would remain the majority housing type. Level Total NHC % Capacity School Enrollment of Assigned School Capacity of Assigned School w/ Portables % of Capacity of Assigned School Funded Capacity Upgrades Elementary 97% Wrightsboro 547 564 97% None Middle 107% Holly Shelter 917 934 98% None High 105% New Hanover 1,532 1,648 93% None Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 12 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 13 of 16 REPRESENTATIVE DEVELOPMENTS Representative Developments of AR: Representative Developments of R-15 Representative Homes Constructed by the Applicant: Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 13 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 14 of 16 CONTEXT AND COMPATIBILITY • The rezoning will result in three additional lots, which are expected to have minimal impact on the surrounding areas. • According to the applicant, the proposed lots sizes will meet the conventional R-15 district standards. • The proposed lot sizes and single-family housing type are similar to existing development in the adjacent neighborhood of Sedgefield. • The intent of the R-15 district is to serve as a transition between very low-density residential development patterns and smaller lot, more dense residential areas of the County. 2016 COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN The New Hanover County Future Land Use Map provides a general representation of the vision for New Hanover County’s future land use, as designated by place types describing the character and function of the different types of development that make up the community. These place types are intended to identify general areas for particular development patterns and should not be interpreted as being parcel specific. Future Land Use Map Place Type General Residential Place Type Descriptions Focuses on lower density housing ranging up to approximately 8 du/ac, typically consisting of single-family or duplexes. Types of appropriate uses include single-family residential, low-density multi-family residential, light commercial, civic and recreational. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 14 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 15 of 16 Analysis The area between the Airport and the Castle Hayne Road corridor was designated as a General Residential place type in order to reflect the existing development pattern. The proposed (CZD) R-15 zoning is consistent with the neighborhoods in the area. While the majority of the properties fronting Spring Road currently contain AR zoning, the lot dimensions are more reflective of the requested R-15 zoning. The proposal is in line with the preferred density range of the General Residential place type. This place type envisions lower density residential development of up to 8 dwelling units per acre. The applicant is proposing 5 lots, for an overall density of 2.24 units per acre. In addition, one of the stated goals of the comprehensive plan is to promote compact development which will minimize trips and vehicle miles traveled. The proposal locates future residents in close proximity to existing urban services. The subject parcel is approximately one mile from commercial services available at both the Airport Commerce employment center, to the east, and Wrightsboro commercial node, to the north. There is also a Wave Transit stop to the south at Castle Hayne Road and 23rd Street. Consistency Recommendation The proposed (CZD) R-15 rezoning is generally CONSISTENT with the Comprehensive Plan because it allows the types of uses recommended in the General Residential place type, is identified as a typical zoning category in this place type, and is consistent with the existing development pattern of the surrounding area. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 15 Z21-14 Staff Report PB 11.4.2021 Page 16 of 16 STAFF RECOMMENDATION The proposed rezoning is generally in line with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan and the types of uses encouraged in the General Residential place type. In Additional the proposed development would be similar to the surrounding residential development pattern. Therefore, staff recommends approval of this application and suggests the following motion: I move to APPROVE the proposed rezoning to a Conditional R-15, district. I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because the proposed density is in line with the residential housing densities outlined for General Residential areas. I also find APPROVAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal is consistent with the existing development pattern of the surrounding area. Staff suggested condition: 1. Housing types in the development shall be limited to single-family detached. Alternative Motion for Denial I move to DENY the proposed rezoning to a Conditional R-15, district. While I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because the proposed density is in line with the residential housing densities outlined for General Residential areas, I find DENIAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal will adversely impact the adjacent neighborhoods. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 2 - 16 Blu e C l a y R d Tra s k D r Flightline Rd Da n i e S t Ca s t l e H a y n e R d Gard n e r D r Oli v e S t Tidal L n Forest Ln CarlSeitterDr Fu l b r i g h t S t Hall D r A i r p o rt Blv dContinental Dr ClaytorLake C t Fairfield D r Victoria Dr Bermud a D r AviationDr Sar anacLakeLn LakesideCir Dolan Dr H anover Lakes Dr SpringRd 2 3 R d S t BrentwoodDr G o rdon R d Heritag e P a r k D r Hewlett Dr Jamaica D r Pilgrim C i r Glend a l e D r Yorktown Dr Arlington Dr B-1R-15 CZD B-1 CZD O&I O&I B-2 I-2 AR AC R-20 New Hanover County, NCSHODIncorporated Areas Indicates Conditional Zoning District (CZD) See Section 5.7 of the UDOCOD B-1 AC R-5 EDZD CB I-1 R-7 PD B-2 I-2 R-10 RMF-X CS AR R-15 RMFU SC RA R-20 UMXZ O&I R-20S Zoning Districts CZD R-15 Single Family Residential RA/ Undeveloped137 Spring RoadZ21-14 Proposed Zoning/Use:Existing Zoning/Use:Site Address:Case:R 825 Feet Subject Site Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 3 - 1 Airport Blvd Em i l y S t Cas t l e H a y n e R d T r a s k D r Flightline Rd Da n i e S t Oneida LakeRd Ga r d n e r D r Blu e C l a y R d Tidal L n Forest Ln Carl Seitter D r Oli v e S t Fu l b r i g h t S t Victoria Dr Continental Dr ClaytorLake C t Fairfiel d D r Hal l D r Bermud a D r Sar anacLakeLn AviationDr LakesideCir DolanDr H anover Lakes Dr SpringRd Gordon Rd Br e n t w o o d D r 2 3 R d S t Heritag e P a r k D r Hewlett Dr Jamaica D r PilgrimCir Glend a l e D r Yorktown Dr Arlington Dr General Residential Conservation Employment Center Commerce Zone Community Mixed Use New Hanover County, NCCONSERVATION RURAL RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY MIXED USE URBAN MIXED USE GENERAL RESIDENTIAL EMPLOYMENT CENTER COMMERCE ZONE Place Types CZD R-15 Single Family Residential RA/ Undeveloped137 Spring RoadZ21-14 Proposed Zoning/Use:Existing Zoning/Use:Site Address:Case:R 825 Feet Subject Site Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 4 - 1 Ca s t l e H a y n e R d HallDr 2 3 R d S t G ard nerDr On e ida LakeRd HanoverLakesDr Carl Seitt e r D r Blu e C l a y R d Forest Ln Fairfield D r Bermud a D r Lakeside Cir Yorktown Dr Arlington Dr SpringRd Heritag e P a r k D r Jamaica D r 2110 2114 2012 2104 2116 122 137 138 200 133 205 102 204 118 121 101 130 113 121106 110 125 117 114 118 134 126 129 110 122 2013 137 153 157 126 149 206 139 152 160 210 201 141 CA S T L E H A Y N E R D 2 3 R D S T GORDON RD BLU E C L A Y R D Site Neighboring Parcels CZD R-15 Single Family Residential RA/ Undeveloped137 Spring RoadZ21-14 Proposed Zoning/Use:Existing Zoning/Use:Site Address:Case:R 825 Feet Subject Site Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 5 - 1 APPLICANT MATERIALS Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 6 - 1 Page 1 of 6 Conditional Zoning District Application – Updated 12-2020 NEW HANOVER COUNTY_____________________ DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE 230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110 Wilmington, North Carolina 28403 Telephone (910) 798-7165 FAX (910) 798-7053 planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com CONDITIONAL ZONINGAPPLICATION This application form must be completed as part of a conditional zoning application submitted through the county’s online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the application, are set out in Section 10.3.3 of the Unified Development Ordinance. Public Hearing Procedures (Optional) Pre-Application Conference 1 Community Information Meeting 2 Application Submittal & Acceptance 3 Planning Director Review & Staff Report (TRC Optional) 4 Public Hearing Scheduling & Notification 5 Planning Board Hearing & Recom- mendation 6 Board of Commissioners Hearing & Decision 7 Post-Decision Limitations and Actions 1.Applicant and Property Owner Information Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent) Company Company/Owner Name 2 Address Address City, State, Zip City, State, Zip Phone Phone Email Email Cindee Wolf Design Solutions P.O. Box 7221 Wilmington, NC 28406 910-620-2374 cwolf@lobodemar.biz Carolyn Faye Barefoot 2104 Castle Hayne Road Wilmington, NC 28401 910-274-6336 (Contact: Steve Dutton) swansongproperties@gmail.com Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 1 Page 2 of 6 Conditional Zoning District Application – Updated 12-2020 2.Subject Property Information Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s) Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s) Future Land Use Classification 3.Proposed Zoning, Use(s), & Narrative Proposed Conditional Zoning District: Total Acreage of Proposed District: Please list the uses that will be allowed within the proposed Conditional Zoning District, the purpose of the district, and a project narrative (attach additional pages if necessary). Note: Only uses permitted in the corresponding General Use District are eligible for consideration within a Conditional Zoning District. 4.Proposed Condition(s) Note: Within a Conditional Zoning District, additional conditions and requirements which represent greater restrictions on the development and use of the property than the corresponding general use district regulations may be added. These conditions may assist in mitigating the impacts the proposed development may have on the surrounding community. Please list any conditions proposed to be placed on the Conditional Zoning District below. Staff, the Planning Board, and Board of Commissioners may propose additional conditions during the review process. 137 Spring Road 312915.53.5635 [R04107-002-006-000] 2.23 acres +/-AR / Vacant General Residential 2.23 acres +/-CZD / R-15 Subdivide the existing parcel into five (5) single-family home lots with minimum width of 80' andminimum area of 15,000 s.f. No additional conditions proposed. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 2 Page 3 of 6 Conditional Zoning District Application – Updated 12-2020 5.Traffic Impact Please provide the estimated number of trips generated for the proposed use(s) based off the most recent version of the Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual. A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) must be completed for all proposed developments that generate more than 100 peak hour trips, and the TIA must be included with this application. ITE Land Use: Trip Generation Use and Variable (gross floor area, dwelling units, etc.) AM Peak Hour Trips: PM Peak Hour Trips: 6.Conditional Zoning District Considerations The Conditional Zoning District procedure is established to address situations where a particular land use would be consistent with the New Hanover County 2016 Comprehensive Plan and the objectives outlined in the Unified Development Ordinance and where only a specific use or uses is proposed. The procedure is intended primarily for use with transitions between zoning districts of dissimilar character where a particular use or uses, with restrictive conditions to safeguard adjacent land uses, can create a more orderly transition benefiting all affected parties and the community at-large. The applicant must explain, with reference to attached plans (where applicable), how the proposed Conditional Zoning district meets the following criteria. 1.How would the requested change be consistent with the County’s policies for growth and development, as described in the 2016 Comprehensive Plan, applicable small area plans, etc. ITE 210 - Single-Family Homes 4 5 The policies for growth and development encourage safe and affordable housing to beavailable to every citizen. Sustainability of the County depends on sensible in-fill andmaximizing use of lands already accessible to urban services. The proposed developmentwill provide additional housing units with direct service from public utilities and in the proximity of existing urban services. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 3 Page 4 of 6 Conditional Zoning District Application – Updated 12-2020 2.How would the requested Conditional Zoning district be consistent with the property’s classification on the 2016 Comprehensive Plan’s Future Land Use Map. 3.What significant neighborhood changes have occurred to make the original zoning inappropriate, or how is the land involved unsuitable for the uses permitted under the existing zoning? The parcel is identified in the "General Residential" place-type on the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.The proposed lots will be consistent with other properties in the vicinity The Airport Residential zoning district is established for the purpose of limiting the development of land within the vicinity of the Airport to low-denisty residential devleopment, but the one-acre arearequirement is counter-productive to addressing the housing deficit that has been determined in ourcommunity. The proposed rezoning would not impair the utility of the airport or the public's investmentin it. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 4 Page 5 of 6 Conditional Zoning District Application – Updated 12-2020 Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. If an item is not applicable, mark as “N/A”. Applications determined to be incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review; Staff will confirm if an application is complete within five business days of submittal. Application Checklist Applicant Initial … This application form, completed and signed … Application fee: x $600 for 5 acres or less x $700 for more than 5 acres x $300 in addition to base fee for applications requiring TRC review … Community meeting written summary … Traffic impact analysis (if applicable) … Legal description (by metes and bounds) or recorded survey Map Book and Page Reference of the property requested for rezoning … Conceptual Plan including the following minimum elements: Tract boundaries and total area, location of adjoining parcels and roads x Proposed use of land, building areas and other improvements o For residential uses, include the maximum number, height, and type of units; area to be occupied by the structures; and/or proposed subdivision boundaries. o For non-residential uses, include the maximum square footage and height of each structure, an outline of the area structures will occupy, and the specific purposes for which the structures will be used. x Proposed transportation and parking improvements; including proposed rights-of-way and roadways; proposed access to and from the subject site; arrangement and access provisions for parking areas. x All existing and proposed easements, required setbacks, rights-of-way, and buffers. x The location of Special Flood Hazard Areas. x A narrative of the existing vegetation on the subject site including the approximate location, species, and size (DBH) of regulated trees. For site less than 5 acres, the exact location, species, and sized (DBH) of specimen trees must be included. x Approximate location and type of stormwater management facilities intended to serve the site. x Approximate location of regulated wetlands. x Any additional conditions and requirements that represent greater restrictions on development and use of the tract than the corresponding general use district regulations or additional limitations on land that may be regulated by state law or local ordinance … One (1) hard copy of ALL documents and site plan. Additional hard copies may be required by staff depending on the size of the document/site plan. … One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans CW CW CW CW CW CW CW N/A Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 5 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 6 Pl a n n i n g B o a r d - N o v e m b e r 4 , 2 0 2 1 IT E M : 2 - 7 - 7 Pl a n n i n g B o a r d - N o v e m b e r 4 , 2 0 2 1 IT E M : 2 - 7 - 8 Legal Description for  Conditional Rezoning of  137 Spring Road      Beginning at a point in the western boundary of Spring Road, a 60’ public right‐of‐way; said  point being at its intersection with the northern boundary of Fairfield Drive, a 60’ public right‐ of‐way shown on a plat recorded among the land records of the New Hanover County Registry  in Map Book 9, at Page 25; and running thence from the point of beginning with that Spring  Road right‐of‐way:    South 22030’ West, 489.78 feet to a point; thence  North 67057’ West, 195.87 feet to a point; thence  North 22003’ East, 491.33 feet to a point; thence  South 67030’East, 199.45 feet to the point and place of beginning, containing 97,029  square‐feet (2.23 acres), more or less.       Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 9 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 10 REPORT OF COMMUNITY MEETING REQUIRED BY NEW HANOVER COUNTY ZONING ORIDINANCE FOR CONDITIONAL DISTRICT REZONINGS Project Name: 137 Spring Road Subdivision Proposed Zoning: AR to CZD / R-15 The undersigned hereby certifies that written notice of a community meeting on the above zoning application was given to the adjacent property owners set forth on the attached list by first class mail, and provided to the Planning Department for notice of the Sunshine List on September 8, 2021 . A copy of that written notice and site layout are also attached. The meeting was held at the following time and place: Thursday, September 23, 2021 6:00 p.m.; at 64 Arlene Dr., Castle Hayne. The persons in attendance at the meeting were: Reference attached sign-in list The following issues were discussed at the meeting: The proposal to development five (5) residential lots was explained. We acknowledged the Airport Authority’s admonition about customary noise the activities around a working airport. The Tadlocks were concerned about the status of a recorded access and drainage issue, but were assured that there would be no changes or impacts to it. As a result of the meeting, the following changes were made to the petition: None Date: September 28, 2021 Applicant: Design Solutions By: Cindee Wolf Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 11 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 12 Pl a n n i n g B o a r d - N o v e m b e r 4 , 2 0 2 1 IT E M : 2 - 7 - 1 3 Adjacent Owners within 500' Perimeter of 137 Spring Road OWNERMAILING ADDRESSCITY / STATE / ZIPSITUS ADDRESS BAREFOOT CAROLYN FAYE2104 CASTLE HAYNE RD WILMINGTON, NC 28401137 SPRING RD  WILMINGTON BAREFOOT CAROLYN FAYE MOORE2104 CASTLE HAYNE RD WILMINGTON, NC 284012104 CASTLE HAYNE RD  WILMINGTON BOYLAN GEORGE L134 BERMUDA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401134 BERMUDA DR  WILMINGTON BRIEN PATRICK ALISON D157 FAIRFIELD DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401157 FAIRFIELD DR  WILMINGTON CHAMPION PETER DONNA M122 BERMUDA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401122 BERMUDA DR  WILMINGTON COLLINS LEAH R118 SPRING RD WILMINGTON, NC 28401118 SPRING RD  WILMINGTON CONNER HENRY WILBERT BRENDA205 FAIRFIELD DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401201 FAIRFIELD DR  WILMINGTON COUGHLIN KEITH R ETAL106 BERMUDA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401106 BERMUDA DR  WILMINGTON DALTON JOHN B IIIPO BOX 3406WILMINGTON, NC 28406122 SPRING RD  WILMINGTON FLOWERS CAROLYN RUTH126 BERMUDA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401126 BERMUDA DR  WILMINGTON LONANDER KURT P AMANDA M130 BERMUDA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401130 BERMUDA DR  WILMINGTON MARTIN JACOB W REBECCA L2110 CASTLE HAYNE RD WILMINGTON, NC 284012110 CASTLE HAYNE RD  WILMINGTON MCKOY JOHNNIE B JR200 BERMUDA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401200 BERMUDA DR  WILMINGTON MIARS EMMA TRASK HEIRS1727 AZALEA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28403101 SPRING RD  WILMINGTON MIARS EMMA TRASK HEIRS1727 AZALEA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28403101 SPRING RD  WILMINGTON MIARS EMMA TRASK HEIRS2501 CANTERBURY RD WILMINGTON, NC 28403126 SPRING RD  WILMINGTON MIARS EMMA TRASK HEIRS2501 CANTERBURY RD WILMINGTON, NC 28403152 SPRING RD  WILMINGTON MIARS PETER H JESSIE G3913 SWEETBRIAR RD WILMINGTON, NC 28403206 FAIRFIELD DR  WILMINGTON MIARS PETER H JESSIE G3913 SWEETBRIAR RD WILMINGTON, NC 28403160 FAIRFIELD DR  WILMINGTON NEHER RICHARD R ANNIE MARIE C121 SPRING RD WILMINGTON, NC 28401121 SPRING RD  WILMINGTON NHCO AIRPORT AUTHORITY1740 AIRPORT BLVDWILMINGTON, NC 284012013 BLUE CLAY RD WILMINGTON PHAM NGOAN ETAL118 BERMUDA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401118 BERMUDA DR  WILMINGTON ROBESON JAMES W CARYWAY M138 BERMUDA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401138 BERMUDA DR  WILMINGTON ROME CHRISTINA M CLAUDE Z ETAL110 BERMUDA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401110 BERMUDA DR  WILMINGTON SEEGER MARCUS B MEGAN T114 BERMUDA DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401114 BERMUDA DR  WILMINGTON TADLOCK DONALD2116 CASTLE HAYNE RD WILMINGTON, NC 284012116 CASTLE HAYNE RD  WILMINGTON TADLOCK DONALD2116 CASTLE HAYNE RD WILMINGTON, NC 28401141 SPRING RD  WILMINGTON TADLOCK DONALD G JENEANE C100 WATER ST WRIGHTSVILLE BCH, NC 284802114 CASTLE HAYNE RD  WILMINGTON TADLOCK DONALD GENE SR2116 CASTLE HAYNE RD WILMINGTON, NC 28401139 SPRING RD  WILMINGTON TWIGG ROBERT J MONICA R153 FAIRFIELD DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401149 FAIRFIELD DR  WILMINGTON TWIGG ROBERT J MONICA R153 FAIRFIELD DR WILMINGTON, NC 28401153 FAIRFIELD DR  WILMINGTON Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 14       September 8, 2021    To: Adjacent Property Owners    Re: Residential Lots     The Owner of land at 137 Spring Road is interested in developing five (5) homes on that tract.  This property is  within the proximity of your property, and the proposal would require a Conditional Zoning District approval  from New Hanover County.      A Conditional Zoning District allows particular uses to be established only in accordance with specific  standards & conditions pertaining to each individual development project.  Essentially, this means that only  the use, structures & layout of an approved proposal can be developed.  An exhibit of the lot division is  enclosed.    The County requires that the developer hold a meeting for all property owners within 500 feet of the tract  boundary, and any other interested parties.  This provides neighbors with an opportunity for explanation of  the proposal and for questions to be answered concerning project improvements, benefits and impacts.    A meeting will be held on Thursday, September 23rd, 6:00 p.m., at 64 Arlene Drive, Castle Hayne.    If you cannot attend, you are also welcome to contact me, Cindee Wolf, at telephone # 910‐620‐2374, or  email cwolf@lobodemar.biz with comments and/or questions.    We appreciate your interest in the project, and look forward to being a good neighbor and an asset to the  community.  Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 7 - 15 Pl a n n i n g B o a r d - N o v e m b e r 4 , 2 0 2 1 IT E M : 2 - 7 - 1 6 PROPOSED SITE PLAN Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 8 - 1 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 2 - 9 - 1 NEW HANOVER COUNTY PLANNING BOARD REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: 11/4/2021 Regular DEPARTMENT: Planning PRESENTER(S): Nicole Smith, Senior Planner CONTACT(S): Nicole Smith, Rebekah Roth, Planning & Land Use Director SUBJECT: Request by Frank Pasquale with KFJ Development Group, LLC to amend Ar7cles 3 and 4 of the Unified Development Ordinance to establish a new zoning district, the Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning District. BRIEF SUMMARY: The proposed amendment seeks to provide an addional tool for redevelopment of Cape Fear and Northeast Cape Fear riverfront properes. The proposed district combines concepts from the exisng Riverfront Mixed Use Planned Development Zoning (RFMU), Urban Mixed Use Zoning (UMXZ) and Planned Development (PD) districts. The proposed Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (RUMXZ) district would be a Master Planned development district, a type of condional zoning district that includes a site-specific design (master plan) and allows for mutually agreed upon condions. Master plans for these districts are intended to be in a “bubble” format that illustrate the general locaon and intensity of the land uses within the development. Mixed use developments must be constructed in accordance with the standards established in the approved master plan and must comply with all other applicable development regulaons (stormwater, landscaping, roadways, parking, etc.). Compliance with the master plan and other applicable regulaons is verified during the technical review of an engineer sealed development proposal. The applicant’s proposal includes a district size requirement between 5 and 10 acres; allows for a maximum by-right height of 240 feet; and accommodates a maximum density of 100 units per acre, when vercally integrated as part of a mixed-use building. Aside from dimensional standards, the district prescribes architectural and design elements and promotes mul modal transportaon opons. Similar to the exisng mixed use zoning districts, the proposed district would be established with a master plan of development, approved by the County Commissioners. The poron of the unincorporated area that would qualify for this district has generally retained the inial 1970s industrial zoning to date. However, to the east, across the Northeast Cape Fear River, lies the urban downtown core of the City of Wilmington, with primarily CBD, Central Business District zoning and generally higher intensity uses. The proposed district does not provide a unique tool that is not currently offered in the County’s planning jurisdicon. Instead, the proposed district would provide for an updated version of the RFMU district, which was not modified during the UDO project. While the proposed height is not currently on the ground, the potenal exists with the RFMU zoning district and the maximum density is consistent with the east side of the river. Further, the dimensional standards paired with the purpose statement of the district limit the riverfront properes that could apply for this mixed-use master plan district to those across from downtown areas where similar development intensity is permiCed. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 Staff recommends approval, with suggested edits, of the requested amendment and suggests the following moon: I move to recommend APPROVAL of the proposed amendment to the New Hanover County Unified Development Ordinance to establish the Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (RUMXZ). I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purpose and intent of the 2016 Comprehensive Plan because it promotes a mixture of uses, where appropriate, in an effort to cluster development and minimize impacts on natural resources. I also find APPROVAL of the proposed amendment reasonable and in the public interest because it provides an addional tool for redevelopment of the Cape Fear and Northeast Cape Fear riverfront properes. I move to recommend DE N I AL of the proposed amendment to the New Hanover County Unified Development Ordinance to establish the Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (RUMXZ). While I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because it promotes a mixture of uses, where appropriate, in an effort to cluster development and minimize impacts on natural resources, I find DENIAL of the proposed amendment is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal is not consistent with the desired character of the surrounding community and the density and height will adversely impact the adjacent properes. ATTACHMENTS: Descripon TA21-04 PB Script TA21-04 PB Staff Report TA21-04 CS TA21-04 Applicant Materials TA21-04 Applicant Materials 2 COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 SCRIPT for Zoning Map Amendment Application (TA21-04) Request by Frank Pasquale with KFJ Development Group, LLC to amend Articles 3 and 4 of the Unified Development Ordinance to establish a new zoning district, the Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning District. 1. This is a public hearing. We will hear a presentation from staff. Then the applicant and any opponents will each be allowed 15 minutes for their presentation and an additional 5 minutes for rebuttal. 2. Conduct Hearing, as follows: a. Staff presentation b. Applicant’s presentation (up to 15 minutes) c. Opponent’s presentation (up to 15 minutes) d. Applicant’s rebuttal (up to 5 minutes) e. Opponent’s rebuttal (up to 5 minutes) 3. Close the public hearing 4. Board discussion 5. Vote on the application. The motion should include a statement saying how the change is, or is not, consistent with the land use plan and why approval or denial of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public interest. Example Motion for Approval I move to recommend APPROVAL of the proposed amendment with staff suggested language to the New Hanover County Unified Development Ordinance to establish the Riverfront Urban Mixed- Use Zoning (RUMXZ). I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purpose and intent of the 2016 Comprehensive Plan because it promotes a mixture of uses, where appropriate, in an effort to cluster development and minimize impacts on natural resources. I also find APPROVAL of the proposed amendment reasonable and in the public interest because it provides an additional tool for redevelopment of the Cape Fear and Northeast Cape Fear riverfront properties. Alternative Motion for Denial I move to recommend DENIAL of the proposed amendment to the New Hanover County Unified Development Ordinance to establish the Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (RUMXZ). While I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because it promotes a mixture of uses, where appropriate, in an effort to cluster development and minimize impacts on natural resources, I find DENIAL of the proposed amendment is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal is not consistent with the desired character of the surrounding community and the density and height will adversely impact the adjacent properties. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 1 - 1 Alternative Motion for Approval/Denial: I move to [Approve/Deny] the proposed amendment to New Hanover County Unified Development Ordnance to establish a new zoning district, the Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning district. I find it to be [Consistent/Inconsistent] with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because [insert reasons] __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ I also find [Approval/Denial] of the proposed amendment is reasonable and in the public interest because [insert reasons] __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 1 - 2 TA21-04 Staff Summary PB 11.4.2021 Page 1 of 6 STAFF SUMMARY OF TA21-04 TEXT AMENDMENT APPLICATION APPLICATION SUMMARY Case Number: TA21-04 Request: The intent of this amendment is to establish a new zoning district, the Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (RUMXZ) district. Applicant: Subject Ordinance: Frank Pasquale on behalf of KFJ Development Group Unified Development Ordinance Subject Article(s) and Section(s): • Article 3: Zoning Districts o Section 3.3.2 Established Mixed Use Zoning Districts o Section 3.3.8 Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (RUMXZ) • Article 4: Uses and Use Specific Standards o Table 4.2.1: Principal Use Table o Table 4.4.3 Accessory Use Table o Table 4.5.3: Temporary Use Table BACKGROUND The proposed amendment seeks to provide an additional tool for redevelopment of the Cape Fear and Northeast Cape Fear riverfront properties. The proposed district combines concepts from the existing Riverfront Mixed Use Planned Development Zoning (RFMU), Urban Mixed- Use Zoning (UMXZ) and Planned Development (PD) districts. The Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (RUMXZ) district would be a Master Planned Development district, a type of conditional zoning district that includes a site-specific design (master plan), and mutually agreed upon conditions can be attached. Master plans for RUMXZ districts are intended to be in a “bubble” format that illustrate the general location and intensity of the land uses within the development. Mixed use developments must be constructed in accordance with the standards established in the approved master plan and must comply with all other applicable development regulations (stormwater, landscaping, roadways, parking, etc.). Compliance with the master plan and other applicable regulations is verified during the technical review of an engineer sealed development proposal. The applicant’s proposal includes a district size requirement between 5 and 10 acres; allows for a maximum by-right height of 240 feet; and accommodates a maximum density of 100 units per acre, when vertically integrated as part of a mixed-use building. Aside from dimensional standards, the district prescribes architectural and design elements, and promotes multi modal transportation options. Similar to the existing mixed use zoning districts, the proposed district would be established with a master plan of development, approved by the County Commissioners. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 1 TA21-04 Staff Summary PB 11.4.2021 Page 2 of 6 The portion of the unincorporated area that would qualify for this district has generally retained the initial 1970’s industrial zoning to date. However, to the east, across the Northeast Cape Fear River, lies the urban downtown core of the City of Wilmington, with primarily CBD, Central Business District zoning and generally higher intensity uses. In 2007, New Hanover County adopted a new zoning district, the Riverfront Mixed Use (RFMU) district, specifically to apply to properties along the west bank of the Cape Fear and Northeast Cape Fear Rivers. This staff-led amendment was a collaborative effort with the City of Wilmington and numerous stakeholder groups and was initiated in response to increasing interest in development along the west bank across from downtown Wilmington. Height standards and other regulations were established in order to reflect the development of downtown, take into account environmentally sensitive areas, and provide for quality development that would provide a community benefit. Specific requirements included provisions for a public Riverwalk, similar to the one on the east bank of the river. Since that time, this district has only been applied to one piece of property, and an RFMU-zoned development has never been completed. During the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Project process, staff reviewed the RFMU district and found that some of the regulations included in the district, such as the requirements regarding mix of uses, lot coverage, architectural features, and timeline for start of construction, may have reduced the likelihood that the district would be used. Staff made a decision to focus on the new Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (UMXZ) and Planned Development (PD) districts as alternatives to achieve similar high-quality developments in this area of the county. The proposed RUMXZ district combines several of the features of the RFMU and UMXZ districts. It is intended to apply for properties too small for PD zoning, which requires a minimum of 10 acres. The architectural standards would allow for more urban structures than currently allowed in RFMU and more residential density than allowed in either the RFMU or UMXZ districts. However, building heights are similar to those provided for in the current RFMU district. Dimensional differences for the unincorporated jurisdiction’s existing mixed-use districts and the applicant’s proposed RUMXZ are outlined in the chart below. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 2 TA21-04 Staff Summary PB 11.4.2021 Page 3 of 6 Dimensional Standards RFMU (Current NHC riverfront zoning district) PD (Current NHC mixed-use zoning district)) UMXZ (Current NHC mixed-use zoning district) RUMXZ (Proposed text amendment, pending review) District size N/A Minimum 10 acres Minimum 5 acres Minimum 5 acres N/A Maximum 10 acres Setback from residential Buildings < 50 feet, equal to building height adjacent to residential Established in MPD with a minimum 20-foot periphery setback for residential uses and 35 feet for industrial uses 35 feet for buildings < 35 feet in height adjacent to residential 35 feet for buildings < 35 feet in height adjacent to residential 50 feet for buildings > 50 feet adjacent to residential 45 feet for buildings > 35 feet in height adjacent to residential 45 feet for buildings > 35 feet in height adjacent to residential Street setback 16 feet Established in MPD 10 feet* 10 feet* Maximum height ** 150 feet, not including up to 60 feet for structured parking 40 feet 4 stories or 45 feet along arterial streets by right and 75 feet with a special use permit 240 feet, including structured parking Performance Bonus: Additional 30 feet in height allowed if dedication of private land area for public use is greater than the required 10% minimum 75 feet within the height restriction overlay area directly across from COW Historic District Maximum height does not apply for agricultural or industrial uses. 2 stories or 35 feet along residential and collector streets Maximum height for parcel located in the Urban Mixed Use, Community Mixed Use, or Employment Center place types 5 stories or 55 feet if structured parking is provided along arterial and collector streets Maximum hospitality density N/A N/A N/A 50 units/acre Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 3 TA21-04 Staff Summary PB 11.4.2021 Page 4 of 6 Dimensional Standards RFMU (Current NHC riverfront zoning district) PD (Current NHC mixed-use zoning district)) UMXZ (Current NHC mixed-use zoning district) RUMXZ (Proposed text amendment, pending review) Maximum density Required mix of uses dictates density maximum Maximum density inside the Urban Mixed Use place type is established in the MPD. 15 units/acre for single- family residential units 50 units/acre Maximum density outside of the Urban Mixed Use place type is 17 units per acre. 25 units/acre for multifamily residential units 100 units/acre with vertical mixed-use buildings 36 units/acre for vertical mixed-use buildings Maximum lot coverage 50% N/A N/A N/A Minimum residential unit size 750 sq. ft. N/A N/A N/A ** There is currently a text amendment pending to establish the maximum height in mixed use districts with the master plan during the entitlement process. Given the proximity of the City limits to the Cape Fear and Northeast Cape Fear riverfront properties, it is appropriate to include and analyze the existing development pattern and zoning districts reflected along the east side of the river. Dimensional Standards CBD (Existing zoning district east of Cape Fear River) UMX (Existing zoning district utilized in the downtown core) District size N/A N/A inside the 1945 corporate limits 5 acres outside of 1945 corporate limits Setback from residential Buildings < 35 feet: 0 Buildings > 35 feet: 1:1 ratio 5 feet or the average front setback in the front no more than 10 feet; Side and rear setbacks require a minimum of 5 feet Street setback At least 50% of the building shall be setback 5 feet from property line. Remaining 50% subject to a maximum depth of 15% of height. Maximum of 10 feet Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 4 TA21-04 Staff Summary PB 11.4.2021 Page 5 of 6 Dimensional Standards CBD (Existing zoning district east of Cape Fear River) UMX (Existing zoning district utilized in the downtown core) Maximum height CBD Height Map dictate minimum and maximum by right. (240 feet for the area north of Red Cross Street) 35 feet for buildings < 35 feet in height adjacent to residential 45 feet for buildings > 35 feet in height adjacent to residential Maximum hospitality density N/A N/A Maximum density N/A 15 units/acre for single- family residential units Maximum lot coverage N/A 25 units/acre for multifamily residential units Minimum residential unit size N/A No cap for vertical mixed-use buildings The vision for the development pattern provided for in the RFMU district was incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan, as the areas on the west bank across from downtown Wilmington were designated as an Urban Mixed Use place type, the land use classification with the most residential density and urban pattern outlined on the plan's Future Land Use Map. The proposed district does not provide a unique tool that is not currently offered in the County’s planning jurisdiction. Instead, the proposed district would provide for an updated version of the RFMU district, which was not modified during the UDO project. While the proposed height is not currently on the ground, the potential exists with the RFMU zoning district and the maximum density is consistent with the east side of the river. Further, the dimensional standards paired with the purpose statement of the district limit the riverfront properties that could apply for this mixed-use master plan district to those across from downtown areas where similar development intensity is permitted. PROPOSED AMENDMENT The applicant’s proposed text amendment is attached, with red italics indicative of staff’s suggested edits and commentary. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval, with suggested edits, of the requested amendment and suggests the following motion: I move to recommend APPROVAL of the proposed amendment to the New Hanover County Unified Development Ordinance to establish the Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (RUMXZ). I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purpose and intent of the 2016 Comprehensive Plan because it promotes a mixture of uses, where appropriate, in an effort to cluster development and minimize impacts on natural resources. I also find APPROVAL of the proposed amendment reasonable and in the public interest because it provides an additional tool for redevelopment of the Cape Fear and Northeast Cape Fear riverfront properties. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 5 TA21-04 Staff Summary PB 11.4.2021 Page 6 of 6 I move to recommend DENIAL of the proposed amendment to the New Hanover County Unified Development Ordinance to establish the Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (RUMXZ). While I find it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because it promotes a mixture of uses, where appropriate, in an effort to cluster development and minimize impacts on natural resources, I find DENIAL of the proposed amendment is reasonable and in the public interest because the proposal is not consistent with the desired character of the surrounding community and the density and height will adversely impact the adjacent properties. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 6 3.3.2 ESTABLISHED MIXED USE ZONING DISTRICTS The mixed use districts established by this UDO are identified in Table 3.3.2 Established Mixed Use Zoning Districts. Table 3.3.2: Mixed Use Zoning Districts Category District Abbreviation Mixed Use Urban Mixed Use Zoning UMXZ Riverfront Mixed Use Planned Development RFMU Exceptional Design Planned Development EDZD General Planned Development PD Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning RUMXZ 3.3.4 3.3.8 RIVERFRONT URBAN MIXED-USE ZONING (RUMXZ) A. Purpose The Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (RUMXZ) District is established to meet the following seven primary objectives in the areas of New Hanover County fronting the Cape Fear River or Cape Fear River Northeast extension in the proximity of the City of Wilmington and those intended for where urban or community scale mixed use development is envisioned: • To encourage the efficient mixed use development pattern envisioned in the Comprehensive Plan fronting the Cape Fear or Cape Fear Northeast Extension. The zone shall require that all river frontages be of a “living shoreline” as defined by the USACE, exception will only be allowed when approved for portage for a “river taxi/ferry” service. • Enhance and preserve environmentally sensitive areas along the river; • Protect public access to the river through the creation of quality public spaces. • Preserve cultural and natural resources. • Ensure quality design and a variety of built forms that result in a pedestrian scale that allows vistas to the east, City of Wilmington, and west from developed pedestrian walkways, bicycle paths, and Riverwalk. The zone must provide as a compelling skyline. • Promote and enhance transit options, particularly pedestrian and water-oriented transportation options. • Provide an opportunity for intensive development consistent with the urban form; Encourage a mix of uses that fosters a sense of community and create a destination for residents and visitors alike. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 7 The district regulations include design elements intended to enhance the urban form, increase neighborhood safety, through the adaptation of ncpc crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) recommendations, and add flexibility for small lot development. Integrated mix of uses on development sites and within individual buildings is encouraged along the riverfront of the Cape Fear and Northeast Cape Fear Northeast Extension Rivers. RUMXZ zoning is intended to promote mixed-use developments on sites large enough to create a mix of uses in the current Industrial Zoned areas along the Riverfront of the Cape Fear and Northeast Cape Fear Northeast Rivers in accordance with the NHC Comprehensive Future Use Master Plan. Typically, these developments will include creative development and redevelopment solutions. B. Concept C. Use Standards Allowed uses and use-specific standards for principal, accessory, and temporary uses are established in Article 4, Uses and Use Specific Standards. All RUMXZ projects shall include a mix of both residential and nonresidential uses. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 8 D. District Dimensional Standards Standard All Uses Minimum district size (acres) Maximum district size(acres) 5 10 Setbacks Minimum distance from single family residential zoning districts 35 feet for buildings ≤ 35 feet in height 45 feet for buildings > 35 feet in height 1 Maximum distance from any street (feet) 10* Maximum height along arterial streets(including structured parking) 240 feet by-right Maximum height along residential & collector streets 240 feet Maximum height along arterial & collector streets 240 feet Maximum Hospitality dwelling density (dwelling units/acre) 50 Minimum multi-family residential density (dwelling units/acre) 50 Maximum vertically integrated mixed- use building density (dwelling and hospitality units/acre)** 100 *Front setbacks are not required along alleyways; TRC may waive strict adherence to requirement where an existing easement or significant natural feature exists. ** Hospitality units include units that may be used for either residential or Hotel/Motel purposes. E. Reference to Other Standards 1. Utility and Equipment Screening a. HVAC equipment, air conditioning window units, and other electrical equipment, and fire escapes shall not be located on facades with street frontage. All such equipment shall be placed in the interior yards or inset into the roof pitch, or behind a parapet wall in the case of a flat roof, of the building and screened from the right-of-way. b. Utility meters, transformers, and fixed trash disposal receptacles that cannot be located out of sign shall be screened from the public right- of-way by plantings or opaque fencing. c. The TRC may approve alterations to these standards in cases where they cannot be met due to design consideration of the structure and the intent of visual minimization of the feature is otherwise addressed. 2. Site Lighting All site lighting shall be located, angled, shielded, and/or limited in intensity to cast no direct light upon adjacent properties, shall minimize off-site backlighting glare, and up-lighting. Light posts shall be no taller than 20 feet. The TRC may approve alterations to these standards in cases where they cannot be met due to design consideration. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 9 3. Parking and Driveway Requirements a. Parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of Section 5.1: Parking and Loading, though shared parking may be allowed upon submittal of a parking study showing how parking as provided will be sufficient for permitted uses in accordance with Section 5.1.3. b. Surface parking shall be located to the side, rear or below buildings or in the interior of a block and shall be prohibited in front of buildings. Surface parking shall not be located along rights-of-way, except for alleys. The TRC may approve alterations to this standard in cases where locating parking to the side or rear is limited by existing site features, such as trees, or when this requirement is not consistent with the existing frontage pattern along the roadway. c. Surface parking lots visible from the public right-of-way shall be screened by permanent walks, shrubbery, or hedges at least 3 feet in height. If hedges or shrubbery are used, they shall be at 3 feet in height at the time of planting and shall be maintained at 3-5 feet in height at all times. d. Parking shall be accessed via alleyways wherever possible. e. The design of all above-grade parking structures shall relate to the context of the area. Exterior walls of parking structures shall be designed with materials, colors, and architectural articulation in a manner that provides a visual compatibility with adjacent buildings and environment. All above-grade parking structures shall be screened by shrubbery or hedges at 4’ to 6’ in height. f. Pervious pavement materials, vegetated bio-infiltration parking lot islands, or infiltration systems shall be used to minimize pollutant run- off from surface parking areas to the extent that soil permeability, depth to groundwater, or site constraints allow. 4. Multi-Modal Transportation Opportunities a. Pedestrian circulation shall be clearly defined with paving, materials, and/or landscaping and shall connect all uses. Sidewalks and crosswalks shall be provided within new developments as necessary. b. Bicycle and/or pedestrian connectivity to adjacent development or existing or funded bicycle and pedestrian facilities. c. Where no sidewalks currently exist, sidewalks shall be installed within the right-of-way between the property line and the back of the curb. Sidewalk width shall be a minimum of 6 feet along arterial streets and 5 feet along residential/collector streets and may be reduced on internal private streets with TRC approval when context design constraints dictate or when project intensity and/or density indicate that 6 feet sidewalks will be sufficient to accommodate pedestrian traffic. d. Sidewalks may be limited to a single side of rights-of-way or private streets or sidewalk width may be reduced when right-of-way or private Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 10 street abuts streams, ponds, or wetlands or when contextual design constraints dictate, as determined by the TRC. e. An internal grid street pattern is required. Block faces within the grid pattern shall not exceed 400 feet in length. The grid pattern may be supplemented with alleys. The TRC may waive strict adherence to the grid pattern when sites are constrained by topography, including wetlands, ponds, or other natural features, and where connections to arterial streets and connections and relationships to adjacent sites require flexibility. f. A River Walk shall run in length a minimum of 90% of the river edge. The specific deign and route shall be developed in conjunction with the TRC, CAMA and USACE. The Riverwalk may combine raised and site surface areas to provide a tasteful unique overall design impact. River observation platforms shall be integrated throughout the walk as available but at a minimum a river platform shall be included at the start and end of each unconnected section of the Riverwalk. Wherever possible Riverwalk’s of independent properties shall be connected to provide s contiguous overall design concept. 5. Street Trees Street tree plantings in below-grade planters or planting strips shall be included at the rate of one tree per 30 feet of frontage in all private rights- of-way and in public rights-of-way upon approval by NCDOT. The TRC may waive strict adherence to this requirement if an alley is utilized along all or portions of the street frontage. 6. Buffers and Streetyards All development within the RUMXZ district may be exempted from required buffers and streetyard requirements, as approved by the TRC when contextual design constraints dictate or when other design and/or landscaping features of the development serve to meet the needs of buffering and/or streetyard requirements. A minimum buffer of at least 20 feet in width is required adjacent to single-family residential zoning districts. Bufferyard and streetyard requirements will be established as part of the Master Development Plan approval. 7. Trash Containment Screening a. Trash containment areas shall be located within a building where possible. b. If trash containment, including areas for holding recycling, cannot be accommodated within a building, it shall be placed on the rear or side of the building and shall be completely enclosed and screened from view of public rights-of-way with an opaque fence or wall and/or plant materials, as approved by the TRC. The enclosure shall be at least one foot taller than the highest point of the trash receptacle. Chain link and exposed concrete blocks are prohibited. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 11 8. Fences and Walls Open wire fencing, including chain link, hurricane fencing, and barbed wire, is prohibited. No Fencing shall be permitted in front yards, all other fence heights may not exceed 4 feet. 9. Building Design It is the intent that a commonality of exterior design for all sites within the scope of the RUMXZ and its adjacent lands be complementary in design philosophy to develop a unified vista or skyline. a. Primary building entrances should be clearly distinctive from other entrances. Primary building entrances shall be oriented toward sidewalks along primary street frontages. b. Large expanses of flat, unadorned walls are prohibited. Façades shall incorporate architectural details, particularly at the pedestrian level. Building façades along rights-of-way shall incorporate periodic transitions across the façade. Building façades exceeding 30 feet in width along rights-of-way shall be divided into distinct areas utilizing methods including, but not limited to, façade offsets, pilasters, changes in materials, or fenestration. c. New buildings shall front onto sidewalks to reinforce pedestrian activity along streets and pedestrian ways. Exterior burglar bars, fixed “riot shutters,” or similar security devices shall not be visible from the public right-of-way or riverwalk. d. Exterior building materials for all new nonresidential or multifamily structures shall be of quality finish materials. Structural metal panels or unparged or non-architectural, non-decorative concrete block shall be prohibited on façades visible from the public right-of-way or riverwalk. Finish materials shall include: Smooth exterior reflective energy rated glass rain screen systems: complementary metal cross braces or mullions, all non-porous products shall be energy rated. All exterior finish material must communicate the design philosophy of energy efficiency in a clean and modern compliment to the basic main building design. All fit and finish is to be compatible with energy star design standards. Colors are allowed but limited to those which compliment the basic main building skins. E. Reference to Other Standards Article 2: Measurements and Definitions Section 5.8 Open Space Requirements Section 5.1 Parking and Loading Section 5.9 Fire Hydrants Section 5.2 Traffic, Access, and Connectivity Section 5.10 Airport Height Restriction Section 5.3 Tree Retention Article 6: Subdivision Design and Improvement Section 5.4 Landscaping and Buffering Article 7: Stormwater Management Section 5.5 Exterior Lighting Article 8: Erosion and Sedimentation Control Section 5.6 Signs Article 9: Flood Damage Prevention Section 5.7 Conservation Resources Article 11: Nonconforming Situations Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 12 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 13 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 14 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 15 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 16 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 17 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 2 - 18 APPLICANT MATERIALS Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 3 - 1 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 4 - 1 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 4 - 2 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 4 - 3 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 4 - 4 3.3.4 RIVERFRONT URBAN MIXED-USE ZONING (UMXZ) A. Purpose The Riverfront Urban Mixed-Use Zoning (RUMXZ) District is established to meet the following seven primary objectives in the areas of New Hanover County fronting the Cape Fear River or Cape Fear River Northeast extension in the proximity of the City of Wilmington and those intended for urban or community scale mixed use development: • Enhance and preserve environmentally sensitive areas along the river; to encourage the efficient mixed use development pattern envisioned in the Comprehensive Plan fronting the Cape Fear or Cape Fear Northeast Extension. The zone shall require that all river frontage be of a “living shoreline” as defined by the USACE, exception will only be allowed when approved for portage for a “river taxi/ferry” service. • Protect public access to the river through the creation of quality public spaces. • Preserve cultural and natural resources. • Ensure quality design and a variety of built forms that result in a pedestrian scale that allows vistas to the east, City of Wilmington, and west from developed pedestrian walkways, bicycle paths, and Riverwalk. The zone must provide as a compelling skyline. • Promote and enhance transit options, particularly pedestrian and water-oriented transportation options. • Provide an opportunity for intensive development consistent with the urban form; • Encourage a mix of uses that fosters a sense of community and create a destination for residents and visitors alike. The district regulations include design elements intended to enhance the urban form, increase neighborhood safety, through the adaptation ncpc recommendations, and add flexibility for small lot development. Integrated mix of uses on development sites and within individual buildings is encouraged along the riverfront of the Cape Fear and Cape Fear Northeast Extension Rivers. RUMXZ zoning is intended to promote mixed-use developments on sites large enough to create a mix of uses in the current Industrial Zoned areas along the Riverfront of the Cape Fear and Cape Fear Northeast Rivers in accordance with the NHC Future Use Master Plan. Typically, these developments will include creative development and redevelopment solutions. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 1 B. Concepts Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 2 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 3 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 4 C. Use Standards Allowed uses and use-specific standards for principal, accessory, and temporary uses are established in Article 4, Uses and Use Specific Standards. All RUMXZ projects shall include a mix of both residential and nonresidential uses. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 5 D. District Dimensional Standards Standard All Uses Minimum district size (acres) Maximum district size(acres) 5 10 Setbacks Minimum distance from single family residential zoning districts 35 feet for buildings ≤ 35 feet in height 45 feet for buildings > 35 feet in height 1 Maximum distance from any street (feet) 10* Maximum height along arterial streets 240 feet by-right Maximum height along residential & collector streets 240 feet Maximum height along arterial & collector streets 240 feet Maximum Hospitality dwelling density (dwelling units/acre) 50 Minimum multi-family residential density (dwelling units/acre) 50 Maximum vertically integrated mixed-use building density (dwelling/ hospitality units/acre) 100 *Front setbacks are not required along alleyways; TRC may waive strict adherence to requirement where an existing easement or significant natural feature exists. New Diagrams to be added here. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 6 E. Reference to Other Standards 1. Utility and Equipment Screening a. HVAC equipment, air conditioning window units, and other electrical equipment, and fire escapes shall not be located on facades with street frontage. All such equipment shall be placed in the interior yards or inset into the roof pitch, or behind a parapet wall in the case of a flat roof, of the building and screened from the right-of-way. b. Utility meters, transformers, and fixed trash disposal receptacles that cannot be located out of sign shall be screened from the public right-of-way by plantings or opaque fencing. c. The TRC may approve alterations to these standards in cases where they cannot be met due to design consideration of the structure and the intent of visual minimization of the feature is otherwise addressed. 2. Site Lighting All site lighting shall be located, angled, shielded, and/or limited in intensity to cast no direct light upon adjacent properties, shall minimize off-site backlighting glare, and up-lighting. Light posts shall be no taller than 20 feet. The TRC may approve alterations to these standards in cases where they cannot be met due to design consideration. 3. Parking and Driveway Requirements a. Parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of Section 5.1: Parking and Loading, though shared parking may be allowed upon submittal of a parking study showing how parking as provided will be sufficient for permitted uses. b. Surface parking shall be located to the side, rear or below buildings or in the interior of a block and shall be prohibited in front of buildings. Surface parking shall not be located along rights-of-way, except for alleys. The TRC may approve alterations to this standard in cases where locating parking to the side or rear is limited by existing site features, such as trees, or when this requirement is not consistent with the existing frontage pattern along the roadway. c. Surface parking lots visible from the public right-of-way shall be screened by permanent walks, shrubbery, or hedges at least 3 feet in height. If hedges or shrubbery are used, they shall be at 3 feet in height at the time of planting and shall be maintained at 3-5 feet in height at all times. d. Parking shall be accessed via alleyways wherever possible. e. The design of all above-grade parking structures shall relate to the context of the area. Exterior walls of parking structures shall be designed with materials, colors, and architectural articulation in a manner that provides a visual compatibility with adjacent buildings and environment. All above-grade parking structures shall be screened by shrubbery or hedges at 4’ to 6’ in height. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 7 f. Pervious pavement materials, vegetated bio-infiltration parking lot islands, or infiltration systems shall be used to minimize pollutant run- off from surface parking areas to the extent that soil permeability, depth to groundwater, or site constraints allow. 4. Multi-Modal Transportation Opportunities a. Pedestrian circulation shall be clearly defined with paving, materials, and/or landscaping and shall connect all uses. Sidewalks and crosswalks shall be provided within new developments as necessary. b. Bicycle and/or pedestrian connectivity to adjacent development or existing or funded bicycle and pedestrian facilities. c. Where no sidewalks currently exist, sidewalks shall be installed within the right-of-way between the property line and the back of the curb. Sidewalk width shall be a minimum of 6 feet along arterial streets and 5 feet along residential/collector streets and may be reduced on internal private streets with TRC approval when context design constraints dictate or when project intensity and/or density indicate that 6 feet sidewalks will be sufficient to accommodate pedestrian traffic. d. Sidewalks may be limited to a single side of rights-of-way or private streets or sidewalk width may be reduced when right-of-way or private street abuts streams, ponds, or wetlands or when contextual design constraints dictate, as determined by the TRC. e. An internal grid street pattern is required. Block faces within the grid pattern shall not exceed 400 feet in length. The grid pattern may be supplemented with alleys. The TRC may waive strict adherence to the grid pattern when sites are constrained by topography, including wetlands, ponds, or other natural features, and where connections to arterial streets and connections and relationships to adjacent sites require flexibility. f. A River Walk shall run in length a minimum of 90% of the river edge. The specific deign and route shall be developed in conjunction with the TRC, CAMA and USACE. The Riverwalk may combine raised and site surface areas to provide a tasteful unique overall design impact. River observation platforms shall be integrated throughout the walk as available but at a minimum a river platform shall be included at the start and end of each unconnected section of the Riverwalk. Wherever possible Riverwalk’s of independent properties shall be connected to provide s contiguous overall design concept. 5. Street Trees Street tree plantings in below-grade planters or planting strips shall be included at the rate of one tree per 30 feet of frontage in all private rights-of-way and in public rights-of-way upon approval by NCDOT. The TRC may waive strict adherence to this requirement if an alley is utilized along all or portions of the street frontage. Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 8 6. Buffers and Streetyards All development within the RUMXZ district may be exempted from required buffers and streetyard requirements, as approved by the TRC when contextual design constraints dictate or when other design and/or landscaping features of the development serve to meet the needs of buffering and/or streetyard requirements. A minimum buffer of at least 20 feet in width is required adjacent to single-family residential zoning districts. 7. Trash Containment Screening a. Trash containment areas shall be located within a building where possible. b. If trash containment, including areas for holding recycling, cannot be accommodated within a building, it shall be placed on the rear or side of the building and shall be completely enclosed and screened from view of public rights-of-way with an opaque fence or wall and/or plant materials, as approved by the TRC. The enclosure shall be at least one foot taller than the highest point of the trash receptacle. Chain link and exposed concrete blocks are prohibited. 8. Fences and Walls Open wire fencing, including chain link, hurricane fencing, and barbed wire, is prohibited. No Fencing shall be permitted in front yards, all other fence heights may not exceed 4 feet. 9. Building Design It is the intent that a commonality of exterior design for all sites within the scope of the RUMXZ and its adjacent lands be complementary in design philosophy to develop a unified vista or skyline. a. Primary building entrances should be clearly distinctive from other entrances. Primary building entrances shall be oriented toward sidewalks along primary street frontages. b. Large expanses of flat, unadorned walls are prohibited. Façades shall incorporate architectural details, particularly at the pedestrian level. Building façades along rights-of-way shall incorporate periodic transitions across the façade. Building façades exceeding 30 feet in width along rights-of-way shall be divided into distinct areas utilizing methods including, but not limited to, façade offsets, pilasters, changes in materials, or fenestration. c. New buildings shall front onto sidewalks to reinforce pedestrian activity along streets and pedestrian ways. Exterior burglar bars, fixed “riot shutters,” or similar security devices shall not be visible from the public right-of-way. d. Exterior building materials for all new nonresidential or multifamily structures shall be of quality finish materials. Structural metal panels or unparged or non-architectural, non-decorative concrete block shall be prohibited on façades visible from the public right-of-way. Finish Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 9 materials shall include: Smooth exterior reflective energy rated glass rain screen systems: complementary metal cross braces or mullions, all non-porous products shall be energy rated. All exterior finish material must communicate the design philosophy of energy efficiency in a clean and modern compliment to the basic main building design. All fit and finish is to be compatible with energy star design standards. Colors are allowed but limited to those which compliment the basic main building skins. F. Reference to Other Standards Article 2: Measurements and Definitions Section 5.8 Open Space Requirements Section 5.1 Parking and Loading Section 5.9 Fire Hydrants Section 5.2 Traffic, Access, and Connectivity Section 5.10 Airport Height Restriction Section 5.3 Tree Retention Article 6: Subdivision Design and Improvement Section 5.4 Landscaping and Buffering Article 7: Stormwater Management Section 5.5 Exterior Lighting Article 8: Erosion and Sedimentation Control Section 5.6 Signs Article 9: Flood Damage Prevention Section 5.7 Conservation Resources Article 11: Nonconforming Situations Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 10 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 11 Principal Use UM X Z Re f er e n c e Agricultural and Forestry Uses, General [11- 16-2020] Livestock Sales Stable [11-16-2020] 4.3.1 Wholesale Nursery Dwelling, Dual-Unit Attached P 4.3.2 Dwelling, Multi-Family [05-03-2021] P* 4.3.2 Dwelling, Quadraplex P 4.3.2 Dwelling, Single-Family Detached P 4.3.2 Dwelling, Triplex P 4.3.2 Dwelling, Row-Style P 4.3.2 Dwelling, Two-Family (Duplex) P 4.3.2 Live/Work or Caretaker Unit P* 4.3.2 Mobile Home 4.3.2 Mobile Home, Doublewide 4.3.2 Mobile Home Park 4.3.2 Mobile Home Subdivision Senior Living: Independent Living Retirement Community [11-16-2020] P Family Care Home 4.3.2 Fraternity/Sorority Residence 4.3.2 Group Home 4.3.2 Senior Living: Assisted Living Facility [11-16- 2020] P 4.3.2 Senior Living: Continuing Care Retirement Community [11-16-2020] P 4.3.2 Adult Day Care P 4.3.3 Child Care Center P Family Child Care Home 4.3.3 Animal Shelter [11-16-2020] 4.3.3 Community Center [11-16-2020] P Food Pantry [11-16-2020] 4.3.3 Library P Lodges, Fraternal, & Social Organizations [11-16-2020] P 4.3.3 Museum P Religious Assembly [11-16-2020] P 4.3.3 Amateur Radio Antennas (up to 90 ft.) 4.3.3 Antenna & Towers less than 70 ft. in Height & Ancillary to the Principal Use P* 4.3.3 Collocation, Wireless [09-08-2020] 4.3.3 Non-Substantial Modification [09-08-2020] 4.3.3 Principal Use UM X Z Re f er e n c e Other Wireless Communication Facilities including Wireless Support Structures & Substantial Modifications [09-08-2020] 4.3.3 Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools Elementary and Secondary Schools Vocation or Trade School Emergency Services Facility [11-16-2020] Government Offices and Buildings Post Office [11-16-2020] P Hospice [11-16-2020] Hospital 4.3.3 Medical and Dental Office and Clinic P Nursing and Rehabilitation Center P 4.3.3 Urgent Care Facility [11-16-2020] P* 4.3.3 Boating Facility, Community S* 4.3.3 Boating Facility, Private Residential P* 4.3.3 Cemetery 4.3.3 Community Garden [11-16-2020] P Golf Course Park and Recreation Area P Airport and Terminal Bus and Taxi Terminal [11-16-2020] P Heliport P Marina, Commercial P 4.3.3 Marina, Commercial with Floating Structures [11-16-2020] Pb e 4.3.3 Railroad Freight Depot Railroad Passenger Terminal Water Transportation Facilities P Electric Substation P 4.3.3 Solar Energy Collection Facility Utility Lines, Structures, and/or Facilities; General P* 4.3.3 Adult Entertainment Establishment 4.3.4 Bar/Nightclub P Electronic Gaming Operation 4.3.4 Event Center [11-16-2020] P 4.3.4 Indoor Recreation Establishment P 4.3.4 Outdoor Recreation Establishment P 4.3.4 Outdoor Shooting Range 4.3.4 Animal Grooming Service P 4.3.4 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 12 Principal Use UM X Z Re f er e n c e [11-16-2020] Equestrian Facility [11-16-2020] 4.3.4 Kennel [11-16-2020] P 4.3.4 Veterinary Service [11-16-2020] P Bank and/or Financial Institution P Business Service Center P Commercial Parking Lot or Facility P Funeral Services Mini-Warehouse/Self-Storage Off-Premises Advertising 4.3.4 Repair Shop P Commercial Kitchen, Catering [11-16-2020] Microbrewery/Microdistillery [11-16-2020] P Restaurant P Bed and Breakfast Inn 4.3.4 Campground/Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park 4.3.4 Hotel or Motel P Contractor Office 4.3.4 Labor Organization Offices for Private Business and Professional Activities P Dry Cleaning/Laundry Plant Instructional Services and Studios [11-16-2020] P Personal Services, General P Auction House [11-16-2020] Convenience Store [11-16-2020] P 4.3.4 Food Market P Grocery Store P Oil or Gas Dealer, Retail [11-16-2020] Pharmacy P Retail Nursery Retail Sales, Building and Construction Supplies Retail Sales, General P Boat Dealer Car Wash 4.3.4 Equipment Rental and Leasing Farm Implement Sales Fuel Sales 4.3.4 Mobile Home and Prefab Building Sales Transportation Vehicle Service and Storage Facility [11-16-2020] Principal Use UM X Z Re f er e n c e Vehicle Rentals S 4.3.4 Vehicle Sales Vehicle Service Station, Large Vehicles Vehicle Service Station, Minor [11-16-2020] 4.3.4 Vehicle Service Station, Major Vehicle Towing Service and Storage Yard 4.3.4 Broadcasting and Production Studio P Data Center [11-16-2020] Research and Development Facility Artisan Manufacturing [11-16-2020] 4.3.5 Animal Food Manufacturing (NAICS 3111) Bakeries and Tortilla Manufacturing (NAICS 3118) Dairy Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3115) Fruit and Vegetable Preserving and Specialty Food Manufacturing (NAICS 3114) Grain and Oilseed Manufacturing (NAICS 3112) Other Food Manufacturing (NAICS 3119) Seafood Product Preparation and Packaging (NAICS 3117) Sugar and Confectionary Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3113) Beverage Manufacturing (NAICS 3121) Tobacco Manufacturing (NAICS 3122) Fabric Mills (NAICS 3132) Fiber, Yarn, and Thread Mills (NAICS 3131) Textile and Fabric Finishing and Fabric Coating Mills (NAICS 3133) Other Textile Product Mills (NAICS 3149) Textile Furnishings Mill (NAICS 3141) Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (NAICS 3159) Apparel Knitting Mills (NAICS 3151) Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (NAICS 3152) Footwear Manufacturing (NAICS 3162) Leather and Hide Tanning and Finishing (NAICS 3161) Other Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3169) Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 13 Principal Use UM X Z Re f er e n c e Other Wood Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3219) Sawmills and Wood Preservation (NAICS 3211) Veneer, Plywood, and Engineered Wood Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3212) Converted Paper Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3222) Printing and Related Support Activities (NAICS 3231) Basic Chemical Manufacturing (NAICS 3251) Other Chemical Product and Preparation (NAICS 3259) [Except Explosives Manufacturing (NAICS 325920) and All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (NAICS 325998)] Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing (NAICS 3255) Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (NAICS 3254) Resin, Synthetic Rubber, and Artificial Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing (NAICS 3252) Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing (NAICS 3256) Plastics Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3261) Rubber Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3262) Cement and Concrete Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3273) [Except Cement Manufacturing (NAICS 32731)] Clay Product and Refractory Manufacturing (NAICS 3271) Glass and Glass Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3272) Other Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3279) Alumina and Aluminum Production and Processing (NAICS 3313) [Except Alumina Refining and Primary Aluminum Production (NAICS 331313) and Secondary Smelting and Allowing of Aluminum (NAICS 331314)] Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing (NAICS 3311) Nonferrous Metal (except Aluminum) Production & Processing (NAICS 3314) Principal Use UM X Z Re f er e n c e Steel Product Manufacturing from Purchased Steel (NAICS 3312) Architectural and Structural Metals Manufacturing (NAICS 3323) Boiler, Tank, and Shipping Container Manufacturing (NAICS 3324) Coating, Engraving, Heat Treating, and Allied Activities (NAICS 3328) Cutlery and Handtool Manufacturing (NAICS 3322) Forging and Stamping (NAICS 3321) Hardware Manufacturing (NAICS 3325) Machine Shops: Turned Product; and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing (NAICS 3327) Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3329) Spring and Wire Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3326) Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing (NAICS 3331) Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (NAICS 3333) Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (NAICS 3336) Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (NAICS 3332) Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (NAICS 3335) Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (NAICS 3339) Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (NAICS 3334) Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (NAICS 3343) Communications Equipment Manufacturing (NAICS 3342) Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (NAICS 3341) Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (NAICS 3345) Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media (NAICS 3346) Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (NAICS 3344) Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (NAICS Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 14 Principal Use UM X Z Re f er e n c e 3353) Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (NAICS 3351) Household Appliance Manufacturing (NAICS 3352) Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (NAICS 3359) Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (NAICS 3364) Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing (NAICS 3362) Motor Vehicle Manufacturing (NAICS 3361) Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (NAICS 3363) Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing (NAICS 3369) Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing (NAICS 3365) Ship and Boat Building (NAICS 3366) Household and Institutional Furniture and Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturing (NAICS 3371) Office Furniture (including Fixtures) Manufacturing (NAICS 3372) Other Furniture Related Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3379) Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (NAICS 3391) Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing (NAICS 3399) All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (NAICS 325998) Alumina Refining and Primary Aluminum Production (NAICS 331313) Animal Slaughtering and Processing (NAICS 3116) Cement Manufacturing (NAICS 32731) Explosives Manufacturing (NAICS 325920) Foundries (NAICS 3315) Lime and Gypsum Product Manufacturing (NAICS 3274) Pesticide, Fertilizer, and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (NAICS 3253) Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing Principal Use UM X Z Re f er e n c e (NAICS 3241) Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills (NAICS 3221) Secondary Smelting and Alloying of Aluminum (NAICS 331314) Electricity Generating Facilities Fuel Bulk Storage Facilities Mining & Quarrying, High Intensity 4.3.5 Mining & Quarrying, Low Intensity 4.3.5 Sanitary Landfill (NAICS 562212) 4.3.5 Dry Stack Boat Storage Facility, Stand- Alone Motor Freight Transportation Warehousing Recreational Vehicle and Boat Trailer Storage Lot [11-16-2020] 4.3.5 Warehousing [11-16-2020] 4.3.5 Wholesaling 4.3.5 Wholesaling Seafood with Water Frontage [11-16-2020] Commercial Recycling Facility, Large Collection [11-16-2020] 4.3.5 Commercial Recycling Facility, Processing [11-16-2020] 4.3.5 Commercial Recycling Facility, Processing and Collection [11-16-2020] 4.3.5 Commercial Recycling Facility, Small Collection [11-16-2020] 4.3.5 Landfill, Demolition 4.3.5 Landfill, Landscape 4.3.5 Junk Yards, Scrap Processing 4.3.5 Septage, Sludge Disposal 4.3.5 Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 15 Accessory Use UM X Z Accessory Dwelling Unit P Accessory Structure P Accessory Use, Customary P Dry Stack Boat Storage Facility, at a Marina P Electronic Gaming Operation Electric Vehicle Charging Station [11-16-2020] P Farm Stand P Home Occupation [11-16-2020] Residential Private Pier Solar Energy Collection Facility, Accessory [11-16-2020] RV or Travel Trailer Dwelling [09-08-2020] Small Watercraft Storage [09-08-2020] Stormwater Facilities on Contiguous Properties P Wind Energy Collection Facility, Accessory [11-16-2020] Temporary Use UM X Z Circuses, Carnivals, and Fairs P Construction Office P Temporary Use UM X Z Debris Site [11-16-2020] P Farmers’ Market Seasonal Sales Special Fundraising for Non-profit Organizations P Temporary Emergency Services Facility [11-16- 2020] P Temporary Family Healthcare Structure [11-16-2020] P Temporary Real Estate Office/Model P Temporary Relocation Housing P Travel Trailers Planning Board - November 4, 2021 ITEM: 3 - 5 - 16