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2016-06-02 June 2 2016 PB Agenda PackageAGENDA NEW HANOVER COUNTY PLANNING BOARD New Hanover County Historic Courthouse 24 North Third Street, Assembly Room 301 Wilmington, NC June 2, 2016 DONNA GIRARDOT, CHAIRMAN - ANTHONY PRINZ, VICE-CHAIRMAN TAMARA MURPHY, BOARD MEMBER - ERNEST OLDS, BOARD MEMBER THOMAS "JORDY" RAWL, BOARD MEMBER - EDWARD T. (TED) SHIPLEY, III, BOARD MEMBER DAVID WEAVER, BOARD MEMBER CHRIS O'KEEFE, PLANNING & INSPECTIONS DIRECTOR - KENNETH VAFIER, PLANNING MGR Call Meeting to Order (Chairman Donna Girardot) Pledge of Allegiance (Ken Vafier) Approval of March, April, and May Meeting Minutes 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. 1New Hanover County Comprehensive Plan - Planning Staff will present the final Comprehensive Land Use Plan for hearing and consideration of a motion to recommend adoption by the Board of Commissioners. TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT 1Technical Review Committee Report For May 2016 OTHER ITEMS 1Other Business Planning Board - June 2, 2016 NEW HANOVER COUNTY PLANNING BOARD REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: June 2, 2016 REGULAR ITEM: DEPARTMENT: PRESENTER(S): Jennifer Rigby, Senior Planner CONTACT(S): Jennifer Rigby; Ken Vafier, Planning Manager; and Chris O'Keefe, Planning & Inspections Director SUBJECT: New Hanover County Comprehensive Plan - Planning Staff will present the final Comprehensive Land Use Plan for hearing and consideration of a motion to recommend adoption by the Board of Commissioners. BRIEF SUMMARY: Plan NHC is a multi-year comprehensive planning process focused on providing a framework of goals and implementation strategies for future growth and development of New Hanover County. Plan NHC has focused on establishing the appropriate balance of interests in our growing community and has studied the relationships between land uses, transportation, utilities, economic and industrial development, recreation, housing, and natural resources. Extensive community engagement has guided and shaped this process into the final draft version today; which is focused on utilizing mixed use development as a way to accommodate significant growth and balance interests. The plan includes five chapters, a prologue and an appendix. The Planning Board has reviewed Chapters 1-4 and provided a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners on each of these chapters. The Planning Board held three work sessions on Chapter 5 and staff is prepared to present to the Planning Board the final draft plan (Chapters 1-5 with the Prologue and Appendix) for a final recommendation to the Board of Commissioners. Staff would like to bring to your attention a few updates since your last work session held on April 25, 2016: · The entire report has been proofed and edited by Planning Staff and our Communications and Outreach Staff. We are including two forms of edits to the document: editorial changes (spelling, grammar, typos, etc.) and clarifying changes (changes Planning Staff has made based on comments the Planning Board and staff received). A list of the clarifying changes is included in the packet. Editorial changes are not included, but can be provided if requested. · Staff continues to hear concerns from stake holders specifically regarding the Exceptional Resource Areas Maps: Potential Wetlands Areas and Aquifer Sensitivity Areas maps and concludes that a community consensus on these maps has not been reached. At the January 19, 2016 Board of County Commissioners meeting, staff received direction to modify the Exceptional Resources Map, and create separate maps for each of the features categorized in the Exceptional Resources Area with appropriate disclaimers and information on the maps. Staff has prepared these maps in conjunction with the associated text in Chapter 4. Staff’s position ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 on the maps continues to remain that they are to inform development, not to prevent or to regulate development. Further, sharing this information in the form of maps is considered a best management practice; which is why these maps were created and included in the report. Staff continues to hear concerns regarding these maps and concludes that a community consensus on these two maps has not been reached. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: Intelligent Growth and Economic Development • Implement plans for land use, economic development, infrastructure and environmental programs RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Staff recommends approval of PLAN NHC. ATTACHMENTS: Clarifying Changes to PLAN NHC Prologue Draft Chapter-5 Draft ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 Clarifying Changes to Plan NHC May 25, 2016 Chapter 2:  Page 18: “The urban services boundary is was a tool that is was used to help New Hanover County decision makers determine possible development and the cost of providing infrastructure such as water and sewer. The need for the urban services boundary has been studied through this planning process and a new Future Land Use Map has been created to replace the 2006 CAMA Land Use Map. Refer to Chapter 4 of the plan for additional information.” Land within the USB is identified as either having urban services or land that may receive urban services if developed. New Hanover County does not intend to extend urban services to land outside the USB.” Chapter 3: • Page 13: “Work with school district and DOT to allow and encourage students to walk and bike to school safely” • Page 15: “Consider establishing a groundwater and aquifer protection ordinance in conjunction with a drinking water study.” • Page 15: “Encourage siting of schools in the community allowing for students to walk and bike, while considering traffic impacts.” Chapter 4: • Page 19: “These maps are intended to be informative a source of information used in conjunction with the future land use map by New Hanover County’s planning staff, Planning, Board and Board of Commissioners during the decision making process.” • Shade the land use portion of the ERA Maps and make the natural features brighter. • Page 27: Potential Wetland Areas Map Disclaimer: “Wetlands shown are classified by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and used for the National Wetland Inventory. The NWI does not attempt to define the proprietary or jurisdictional boundaries of Federal, State, or local agencies. but does include all categories of special aquatic sites identified in the EPA Section 404(b). The Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual does not constitute a classification system, it only provides a basis for determining if an area is a wetland for the purposes of Section 404.” On-site, field investigation/delineation and agency verification are necessary to comply with Federal, State, and local requirements.” Chapter 5:  Page 11, Guideline X.B.4: Add the language “where practical.” - 1 - 1ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 N E W S NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 2014 DR A F T - 2 - 1ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 INTRO PROLOGUE New Hanover County is a vibrant, prosperous, diverse coastal community, committed to building a sustainable future for generations to come. With this in mind, citizens, elected officials, appointed officials, stakeholder groups, and planning staff have developed the first Comprehensive Land Use Plan for New Hanover County, titled Plan NHC. This plan is more than a document that provides land use policy recommendations. It is a series of reports, including statistical and historical information that incorporates extensive community input and provides a detailed implementation plan that will help achieve the overall vision for the future of New Hanover County. Plan NHC will provide guidance to elected officials and staff on development and redevelopment proposals, zoning regulations, as well as policies, programs and initiatives that will sustain New Hanover County as a vibrant, prosperous, and diverse coastal community. New Hanover County is expected to experience a high level of employment and population growth. Currently, New Hanover County’s population is approximately 214,000. This figure includes the population of Wilmington, Wrightsville, Carolina and Kure Beach, as well as the unincorporated New Hanover County. By 2040, population is projected to grow to 337,000. This represents an increase of 123,000 (57%) from current population levels. If thought about in a more tangible way, it would be the equivalent of adding another city the current size of Wilmington to New Hanover County. With growth comes the need for responsible development and redevelopment of land, as well as thoughtful consideration concerning the County’s infrastructure and natural resources. These are important topics to study because how the County grows and develops will have a direct impact on the ability of future generations to thrive and enjoy the natural beauty of this area. COMMUNITY INPUT New Hanover County’s Plan NHC was developed in large part from community input. Meeting participants came from all walks of life, including college and high school students, local retirees, young working families, as well as numerous stakeholder groups. Community members provided planning staff with feedback through several mediums, including community meetings and surveys, as well as designated theme committees. The theme committees represent principles created by the American Planning Association that comprehensive plans should include. These theme committees included: The Livable Built Environment, Harmony with Nature, Interwoven Equity, Resilient Economy, Healthy Community, and Responsible Regionalism. Discussions from the numerous theme committee meetings led to the creation of 21 goals that aided in the creation of the future land-use map in Chapter 4: Visualizing the Future, as well as the implementation portion in Chapter 5: Building the Future of the comprehensive plan. These goals, developed by a Citizen Advisory Committee, will guide the next generation of development and ensure New Hanover County becomes an even better place to live, work, and play. DR A F T - 2 - 2ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 WHAT THE PLAN WILL DO Plan NHC will be vital in terms of fostering economic development. Employment Centers and Commerce Zones, outlined in Chapter 4, will enable targeted industries to locate and flourish in New Hanover County. Striking a balance between economic development and environmental stewardship, Plan NHC also seeks to inform developers, elected and appointed officials staff, and other stakeholders on how existing natural features and systems may influence development. In addition, Plan NHC will act as a guide for the creation of a new zoning ordinance. The original ordinance, written in 1969 and amended over the years, is outdated and does not entirely reflect the vision of New Hanover County today. The vision of today reflects the need for a change in development patterns and includes switching from traditional sprawling development patterns to a denser, mixed-use style of land use.. This will allow New Hanover County to achieve higher levels of density where appropriate, leaving room preserve and protect the County’s natural resources. Additionally, mixed-use development will create more opportunities for citizens in terms of housing, jobs and shopping choices, as well as foster a more active lifestyle. Planning Staff would like to thank the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, the New Hanover County Planning Board, and the appointed Citizens Advisory Committee for their guidance and leadership in developing this plan. In addition, the following groups and individuals were integral in the development of Plan NHC through their active participation: • Homeowner’s associations • Business organizations • Non-profit groups • New Hanover Regional Medical Center • ILM Airport • NC Ports Authority • NHC Schools • UNCW • CFCC • Financial services interests • Tourism interest • Wilmington Regional Association of Realtors® • Wilmington Cape Fear Home Builders • The City of Wilmington • Cape Fear Public Utility Authority • Building A Sound Economy (B.A.S.E.) • The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce • The many interested citizens DR A F T - 2 - 3ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 1 NEW HANOVER COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CHAPTER 5: BUILDING THE FUTURE Implementation Action Plan Implementation Guidelines CONTENTS: DR A F T - 3 - 1ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 2 One of the most important elements of a Comprehensive Plan is the strategy developed to implement the plan. New Hanover County is committed to ensuring the work of so many citizens is implemented in order to make our community an even better place to live and work. Throughout the planning process, much has been learned about the way in which the citizens of New Hanover County would like the community to grow over the next twenty five years. Twenty one goals and implementation strategies were established in Chapter 3: Framing the Policy. These goals will drive the development of the next generation and ultimately shape our future. The Comprehensive Plan therefore, is not the end of the process, but rather the beginning of a long intensive series of actions to create a better community that truly represents the citizens of New Hanover County. This vision; generated through many citizen participation activities, refined by the appointed Citizens Advisory Committee, and vetted through the public hearing process at the Planning Board and Board of Commissioners level; results in specific goals, implementation strategies, Place Types of development and a new Future Land Use Map. To ensure implementation; a two-pronged approach has been created to clearly outline initiatives and guidelines for future development. One of the major concerns staff heard from the community during this process was the desire to overhaul the 1969 Zoning Ordinance into a Unified Development Ordinance; resulting in predictability and clarity for the development community, citizens, and County staff. Many updates have occurred over the years, but a successful overhaul has not occurred. With this in mind, staff created a two-pronged approach to implementing the Comprehensive Plan. Below outlines how each established goal is broken down into Implementation Initiatives (programs or projects) and Implementation Guidelines (a framework for a new Unified Development Ordinance and a guide for development decisions). Each year, the County Manager presents to the Board of Commissioners a budget based on the Board of Commissioners’ priorities and the New Hanover County’s Strategic Plan. Staff has utilized the Goals and Implementation Strategies from Chapter 3 to create an annual “Plan NHC Action Plan” with Short Term, Mid Term, Long Term and Ongoing Efforts tied directly to the three overarching goals of the New Hanover County Strategic Plan; Intelligent Growth and Economic Development, Superior Education and Workforce, and Superior Public Health and Public Safety. In coordination with the adopted New Hanover County budget, staff will review the Implementation Initiatives as they relate to the overarching goals of Plan NHC and the Strategic Plan to monitor the implementation of the plan. Items that have been completed will be removed from the Plan NHC Action Plan and new items will be added based on need and available funding. This Action Plan will become an opportunity for staff to work with the Board of Commissioners and the Executive Leadership Team to ensure consistency with New Hanover County’s Strategic Plan and Capital Improvement Plan. IMPLEMENTATION ACTION PLAN GOAL IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY Plan for accomplishing Goal IMPLEMENTATIONINITIATIVESProgram to accomplish strategy goal IMPLEMENTATIONGUIDELINESRule/Instruction to accomplish strategy goal ANNUAL ACTION PLAN BUDGET FRAMEWORK FOR ORDINANCE DR A F T - 3 - 2ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 3 2016 Plan NHC Action Plan 2016 Plan NHC Action Plan Strategies Short Term Initiatives Mid Term Initiatives Long Term Initiatives Ongoing Efforts Intelligent Growth and Economic Development • Update the Zoning Ordinance • Coordinate with CFPUA on Capital Improvement Plan and Infrastructure extensions. • Create an Housing Affordability task force. • Develop Public Private Partnerships to maximize public investment. • Parks & Gardens Master Plan • Partnerships and funding for Land Bank (Environmentally Sensitive Areas) • Performance Criteria for connectivity. • Streamline permitting procedures for workforce housing. • Improve freight and passenger rail service. • Create small area plans. • Review all development proposals to assure consistency with the County’s adopted plans and policies. • Support programs to encourage preservation through development. Superior Education and Workforce • Create a round table to support targeted industry work force. • Coordinate efforts on an incentive policy for target industries. • Partner with WRAR/ WBD/ RCA on a real estate portfolio of industrial, commercial, and office development sites. • Develop a liaison program between the county and businesses considering investment. • Provide free high- speed internet through NHC. • Work with Econ. Dev official to tour and familiarize site selectors with NHC. • Work with schools to align curricula with entrepreneurial skills. • Identify partnerships, grant opportunities, and a coordinated strategy for attracting new companies and organizations. Superior Public Health and Public Safety • Parks and Gardens Master Plan • Develop a mobile household hazardous waste and electronics recycling program • Develop a construction debris recycling program • Add Sherriff’s representative to the TRC Committee. • Explore groundwater protection and surface water issues for long term water supply planning. • Neighborhood design incentives to create community spaces. • Identify watershed- specific indicators of water quality degradation and establish baseline measures. • Work to ensure public water and sewer for all NHC residents. • Create an inventory and study of retrofit opportunities to reduce water quality impacts. • Support Neighborhood watch programs. • Ensure adequate response times to emergencies. • Support programs to encourage bike/walk to school. • Partner with organizations that support healthy local foods. • Code Enforcement to emphasize housing quality and preservation. • Monitor the status of air quality to ensure attainment. DR A F T - 3 - 3ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 4 As a part of our implementation initiatives, a new Unified Development Ordinance has been recommended and funds have been approved to begin this project immediately following the completion of the Comprehensive Plan. Because the current Zoning Ordinance has many inconsistencies with the established vision of the Comprehensive Plan, a detailed set of Implementation Guidelines has been crafted based on the work of the Citizens Advisory Committee and categorized according to the adopted New Hanover County Strategic Plan. As future development occurs, it is important to provide clarity and predictability to the development community, the citizens of New Hanover County, staff, the Planning Board and the Board of Commissioners. These Implementation Guidelines are intended to provide guidance on the ways in which development can meet the goals and implementation strategies outlined in Chapter 3: Framing the Policy. It is important to note that all local and state standards must be met during the permitting of any project in New Hanover County and the purpose of these guidelines is not to supersede any local or state ordinances or regulations. IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES STRATEGIC PLAN FOCUS AREA: INTELLIGENT GROWTH AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Strategic Plan Objective: Promote a strong diverse economy and high quality growth Goal I: Support business success. Desired Outcome: A vibrant economy for New Hanover County based on business success. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Streamline permitting process for targeted indus- tries. I.A.1 Encourage target industries in Employment Cen- ters, Commerce Zones, and Growth Nodes. B. Advocate for and develop a realistic and sustain- able incentive policy for New Hanover County. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. C. Align county zoning ordinances to encourage targeted business in appropriate areas. I.C.1 Develop performance controls to address odor, noise, lighting, and other impacts on surrounding uses. I.C.2 Develop strategies for encouraging office, retail, and other light intensity nonresidential uses within exist- ing residential areas to provide community level service. D. Increase communications with small business by creating a resource link on the county webpage for new business and an ongoing process to shepherd new businesses through the develop- ment process. I.D.1 Explore updating existing zoning regulations to as- sist in streamlining the commercial review process. E. Support provisions for providing public free, high-speed internet access throughout New Ha- nover County. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. Goal II: Support workforce development and economic prosperity for all. Desired Outcome: Retain and attract businesses and companies with workforce talent that is aligned with our tar- geted industries. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Partner with educational facilities to provide opportuni- ties for training in targeted industries. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. B. Continue to enhance educational programs, facilities, and offerings. II.B.1 Encourage clustering of educational facilities and employment centers in the built environment. DR A F T - 3 - 4ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 5 Strategic Plan Objective: Create and support a vibrant and culturally diverse community that encourages private investment Goal III: Promote fiscally responsible growth. Desired Outcome: Growth patterns that achieve efficient provisions of services and equitable distribution of costs be- tween the public and private sector. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Coordinate infrastructure from a regional perspective including water, sewer, and transportation. III.A.1 Encourage the expansion of water and sewer in- frastructure to provide orderly and efficient development consistent with CFPUA’s plans and policies. III.A.2 Provide connectivity between transportation modes, in growth nodes outlined on the Future Land Use Map, and within new development where practical. III.A.3 Ensure all traffic calming devices and gated areas accommodate emergency service delivery and intercon- nectivity. III.A.4 Encourage street connections to adjoining unde- veloped property and connect existing streets to improve accessibility and safety to development sites. B. Coordinate regional facilities such as community col- leges and workforce training as they support targeted industries (as identified in County approved Economic Development strategies). III.B.1 Encourage the development of educational facili- ties and transportation infrastructure in Employment Centers and Commerce Zones as identified on the Future Land Use Map. C. Encourage infill development on vacant or blighted pieces of existing communities by providing incentives such as grants, but not limited to; density bonuses, and/or a reduction of parking requirements and/or setbacks. III.C.1 Encourage a mixture of uses that create opportuni- ties for shared parking and setback requirements to serve the overall community. D. Encourage the redevelopment of single uses into mixed-use developments where appropriate. III.D.1 Encourage incremental transformation of single uses into compatible mixed use centers that are compat- ible with the surrounding neighborhoods. E. Encourage redevelopment of aging corridors to support and strengthen adjacent neighborhoods. III.E.1 Encourage revitalization and redevelopment of blighted infill sites into compatible mixed uses that en- hance nearby residential areas through incentives such as density bonuses, shared parking, and/or innovative buffering. F. Encourage development where existing infrastructure is available. III.F.1 Encourage increased density in Urban Mixed Use areas within close proximity of City of Wilmington jurisdiction and Growth Nodes as identified on the Future Land Use Map (Porter’s Neck/Kirkland, Monkey Junction, and I-40/I-140 Interchange) in an effort to create densi- ties that can support future infrastructure. DR A F T - 3 - 5ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 6 Goal IV: Use public infrastructure improvements to leverage private investments. Desired Outcome: Coordinated efforts of public and private investment to maximize improvements. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Work with CFPUA on a targeted long range plan for wa- ter and sewer infrastructure. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. B. Work with MPO on a targeted long range plan for trans- portation infrastructure. IV.B.1 Coordinate with NC DOT, WMPO, and property owners to complete a collector street network plan for unincorporated areas. IV.B.2 Encourage driveway standards to promote better traffic flow in the county. IV.B.3 Continue to require street connectivity and dis- courage cul-de-sacs and gated communities that impede connectivity and emergency response. C. Consider revising zoning ordinances to support mixed uses and holistic approach to development. IV.C.1 Encourage new development to consider allocation of space for new community services such as fire stations, schools, libraries, and museums. IV.C.2 Encourage public investments to consider locating near existing communities. D. Consider strategies to encourage increased private sec- tor investment in the provision of infrastructure. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. Goal V: Revitalize commercial corridors and blighted areas through infill and redevelopment. Desired Outcome: Strong existing neighborhoods and corridors where the highest and best uses are promoted in an effort to increase economic revitalization. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Implement a program to identify and dispose of vacant or abandoned buildings that cannot be redeveloped. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. B. Facilitate programs to encourage reuse, rehabilitation, and redevelopment of existing residential, commercial, industrial buildings and properties where appropriate. V.B.1 Incorporate reuse and rehabilitation of existing structures when feasible and cost effective in new devel- opments. V.B.2 Continue to maintain standards for landscaping and tree protection for parking lots, sidewalks, and in street rights-of-way for both public and private projects.DR A F T - 3 - 6ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 7 Goal VI: Conserve and enhance our unique sense of place to attract individuals, companies and organizations. Desired Outcome: Enhance our reputation as a desirable community to live and operate a business based on New Hanover County’s rich history, natural environment, and unique features. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Focus in the public spaces and opportunities for formal and informal social gathering places. Increase, enhance, and manage public access to water and natural resourc- es. VI.A.1 Encourage the development of public shorefront access areas and boat access areas that do not adversely affect estuarine resources or public trust waters. VI.A.2 Encourage the development of public spaces in mixed use developments through public, private partner- ships. VI.A.3 Allow uses of estuarine and public trust waters that provide benefits to the public and satisfy riparian access needs of private property owners while encourag- ing shared boating facilities instead of individual boating docks. VI.A.4 Consider including Form Based Code elements in development regulations to enhance or create community focal points. B. Consider creating a strong place-based economic devel- opment strategy. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. C. Make a case for sustainable funding sources to improve the County’s economic development infrastructure and identify opportunities to leverage the funds effectively. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. D. Encourage conservation and enhancement of the unique environment, character and history of the county. VI.D.1 Update New Hanover County inventory of historic places. VI.D.2 Encourage preservation and conservation of his- toric sites identified in the county’s historic sites survey. VI.D.3 Encourage preserving the character of the area’s residential neighborhoods and quality of life by support- ing development that is consistent with adopted Small Area Plans and enhances existing land uses.DR A F T - 3 - 7ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 8 Strategic Plan Objective: Support a planned environment that enhances community and preserves and protects our natural resources. Goal VII: Promote place-based economic development in the region that is tied to our natural resources. Desired Outcome: Coordinate economic development efforts with New Hanover County’s naturally bio-diverse region and unique features. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Create and promote a network of greenways, blueways, and trails highlighting environmental assets. VII.A.1 Identify the environmental assets and locations where greenways, blue- ways, public access, and trails would enhance economic development while not diminishing the resource. VII.A.2 Provide for the protection and development of public shorefront and boat access areas. B. Coordinate and partner with vari- ous agencies to develop future public water access points. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. C. Revitalize waterfront parks and public spaces to encourage op- portunities for formal and infor- mal social gatherings. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. D. Preserve, conserve, and/or maintain coastal infrastructure features including natural and man-made; which are critical to our quality of life, economy, and coastal environment. VII.D.1 Development or expansion of marinas (as defined herein) in primary nursery areas, outstanding resource waters, or open shell fishing waters may occur when the following conditions exists: • There exists a previously permitted channel which was constructed or maintained under permits issued by the State or Federal Gov- ernment. If a natural channel was in use, or if a human-made channel was constructed before permitting was necessary, there shall be clear evidence that the channel was continuously used for a specific purpose; and • Excavated material can be removed and placed in an approved dis- posal area without significantly impacting adjacent nursery areas and beds of submerged aquatic vegetation; and • The original depth and width of a human-made channel or natural channel will not be increased to allow a new or expanded use of the channel. VII.D.2 Develop guidelines and standards for community boating facilities and other water dependent uses through updated ordinances. (Marina: Any publically or privately owned dock, basin, or wet storage facility constructed to accommodate more than 10 boats and providing any of the following services: permanent or tran- sient docking spaces, dry storage fueling facilities, haul out facili- ties, or repair services. Excluded from this definition are boat ramp facilities allow access only, temporary docking that includes none of the previous listed services, and community boating facili- ties.) DR A F T - 3 - 8ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 9 Goal VIII: Integrate multi-modal transportation into mixed land uses that encourage safe, walkable communities. Desired Outcome: A community with a mixture of land uses that allows for individuals to perform daily tasks with- out the use of an automobile. A community where individuals can safely walk, bike, and access transit. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Review existing design standards and apply best prac- tices to ensure transportation infrastructure is safe for all multimodal users. VIII.A.1 Encourage bicycle friendly design treatments such as wide outside lanes, signage, dedicated routes, bike lanes, and shared use paths into new developments. VIII.A.2 Encourage “complete streets” consistent with NCDOT complete streets design guidelines and adopted plans. B. Educate and promote all users to safely share the trans- portation infrastructure. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. C. Work with school district and DOT to allow and encour- age students to walk to school safely. VIII.C.1 Continue to require sidewalks in new develop- ment and redevelopment in accordance with the recom- mended Place Type descriptions. D. Review existing parking lot design standards to deter- mine if changes are needed to encourage safety for all users. VIII.D.1 Review, and if needed, consider updated per- formance design standards in new parking lot design to ensure driver, pedestrian and bicyclists’ safety. VIII.D.2 Encourage/permit shared parking between com- patible land uses to reduce development costs, impervi- ous surfaces, and reduce/minimize access locations on roadways. E. Encourage provision of transit supportive land uses and infrastructure where appropriate. VIII.E.1 Encourage pedestrian, bicycle, and public trans- portation circulation and infrastructure considerations (such as cross walks, bike lanes, shelters, pedestrian islands, and others that promote safe havens for alterna- tive transportation). VIII.E.2 Concentrate development in nodes and high growth areas depicted on the Future Land Use Map to ul- timately produce densities that can support multi modal transportation and Transit Oriented Development. VIII.E.3 Provide alternatives to automobile transportation by encouraging new development, redevelopment, and transportation improvements to include provisions for a network of bicycle and pedestrian facilities, including pedestrian causeways, bridges, and crossings on collector streets and major arterials.DR A F T - 3 - 9ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 10 Goal IX: Promote environmentally responsible growth. Desired Outcome: Development that accommodates population growth while minimizing negative impacts on natural resources. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Promote a mixture of uses where appropriate in an effort to cluster development and minimize impacts on natural resources. IX.A.1 Encourage mixed use development that rewards develop- ment practices which exceed minimum standards. IX.A.2 Establish open space criteria that encourages preserva- tion of natural areas, buffers, trees, and wildlife habitats, while working in harmony with the built environment. IX.A.3 As part of the development ordinance, include mixed use district guidelines that achieve the intent of the Community and Urban Mixed Use place types and are consistent with City of Wilmington districts. B. Adopt and implement a green infrastructure plan that identifies a network of natural lands and open spaces and provides ecosystem con- servation as well as alternative transportation modes through trails and greenways. IX.B.1 Encourage best management practices that enhance de- velopment and minimize adverse environmental impacts of the built environment. IX.B.2 Use incentives to create flexible guidelines as well as out- reach and education to encourage the use of native vegetation in landscaping and discourage invasive species. IX.B.3 Identify and promote access opportunities to existing open space and incentivize these spaces for active and passive recre- ation. IX.B.4 To enhance recreation, conservation, and transportation infrastructure, consider prioritizing connections of open space, parks and greenways as identified in the Parks Master Plan. C. Partner with regional governmental agencies and nongovernmental organization to acquire and protect environmentally sensitive land (eg. Establish a regional land bank). IX.C.1 Provide opportunities to legally transfer density and im- pervious surfaces out of areas where exceptional resources may be impacted. IX.C.2 Encourage the use of best management practices through education and incentives to protect environmentally sensitive areas. IX.C.3 Continue promotion of New Hanover County as a “no dis- charge zone” and promote the Clean Marina Program. IX.C.4 Prohibit floating home development where pump-out fa- cilities or sewer connections are not available in order to protect public trust and estuarine areas and to minimize risk of loss to persons and property. D. Strengthen and direct development toward existing communities through encouraging infill and redevelopment. IX.D.1 Encourage incremental inclusion of mixed uses into areas that are single use dominated where the uses are compatible with the surrounding neighborhoods. IX.D.2 Encourage infill development to maximize use of previ- ously developed sites for highest and best use. DR A F T - 3 - 10ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 11 Goal X: Conserve environmentally critical areas. Desired Outcome: Utilize environmentally critical areas for outdoor recreation, healthy watersheds, and mainte- nance of critical habitats. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Partner with governmental and nongov- ernmental organizations to acquire and protect environmentally sensitive areas. X.A.1 Encourage development patterns that preserve natural areas, buffers, and significant trees. X.A.2 Ensure the protection and preservation of undeveloped bar- rier and estuarine system island by purchase or dedication in order to restrict development, support research, and encourage passive recre- ation as their primary uses. B. Discourage development in wetlands, flood plain, and other flood prone areas. X.B.1 Encourage connection to public water and sewer in environmen- tally sensitive areas to minimize potential contamination from failing septic systems. X.B.2 Encourage lower density development and/or alternatives to de- velopment (ie. acquisition through clean water trust funds and grants) in ocean erodible areas, inlet hazard areas, high hazard flood areas, coastal and federally regulated wetlands. X.B.3 Encourage lower density development and/or alternatives to devel- opment (ie. acquisition through clean water trust funds and grants), and minimal impervious surface coverage within the 100-year floodplain (1% annual chance floodplain). The following applies: • Development projects may be allowed within the floodplain where adverse impacts to the estuarine system can be shown to be negligible. • Low intensity uses on a site, such as open space and passive recreation, may be appropriate in the floodplain. • Projects should comply with hierarchical principles of impact avoidance, minimization, and mitigation for unavoidable im- pacts. • Evaluate the need to develop standards for the protection of environmentally significant areas during development and rede- velopment. X.B.4 Encourage preservation of existing natural wetlands and construct- ed wetlands as a stormwater mitigation technique. X.B.5 Encourage preservation of existing natural buffer areas for conser- vation resources to preserve their natural functions. X.B.6 Incentivize, through the development process, the use of Best Man- agement Practices such as Low Impact Development where possible to ensure environmentally critical areas are conserved. X.B.7 Encourage the use of native vegetation in landscaping. C. Educate the public on the value of protect- ing ecosystems. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. DR A F T - 3 - 11ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 12 Goal XI: Conserve open space for long term agricultural and rural uses. Desired Outcome: Provide opportunities for locally sourced food and contribute to the overall rural character of loca- tions within the County defined on the Future Land Use Map. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Allow developments to have urban farms to satisfy open space requirements. XI.A.1 Incentivize the inclusion of urban farms and com- munity gardens as amenities or open space in develop- ment proposals. XI.A.2 Identify opportunities for preservation of open space in new development projects. B. Encourage voluntary preservation of agricultural land.XI.B.1 Support voluntary preservation of agricultural lands in the portions of the County where in demand. Goal XII: Link major natural habitats. Desired Outcome: Connected open space and recreational opportunities that promotes biodiversity and provides continuity for wildlife through corridors. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Identify and prioritize natural areas for acquisition, preservation, and conservation to promote linkage op- portunities. XII.A.1 Encourage the provision of open space that pro- tects our natural environment and wildlife habitats, and provides educational and recreational opportunities. B. Consider developing a conservation land acquisition strategy. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. C. Review and update incentives for development to dedi- cate land and or easements to achieve habitat linkages. XII.C.1 Encourage new developments to work together on connecting open spaces in a manner that creates efficient and cohesive natural areas in an effort to provide greater benefit. PLAN NHC 2014 12VISUALIZING THE FUTURE DR A F T - 3 - 12ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 13 Goal XIII: Preserve and protect water quality and supply. Desired Outcome: Accommodating anticipated growth in a manner that is sustainable to New Hanover County’s water supply and water quality. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Continue to enhance a regional water quality pro- gram to include ocean, river and estuarine water quality monitoring in cooperation with UNCW and others. XIII.A.1 Continue efforts to preserve and restore shell fishing to SA waters and restore the water quality of non-supporting surface waters to levels necessary to support their use designa- tions. B. Continue to identify watershed specific indicators of water quality degradation, establish baseline measures, and establish watershed development practices to achieve goals. XIII.B.1 Dredging activities in Primary Nursery Areas (PNA), Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW), and Shell fishing Waters (SA), should be avoided except for the purpose of scientific re- search, projects designed for the purpose of protecting and en- hancing water quality, and where supported by sound scientific and technical knowledge. Limited exceptions may be allowed for the urban waterfront and Wilmington’s ports, consistent with the goals and objectives of the Cape Fear River Corridor Plan (1997), the Wilmington Vision 2020 Plan (2004), and other adopted plans and for inlet management projects as permitted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Maintenance dredging may occur when the following conditions exists: • There exists a previously permitted channel which was constructed or maintained under permits issued by the State or Federal Government. If a natural channel was in use, or if a human-made channel was constructed before permitting was necessary, there shall be clear evidence that the channel was continuously used for a specific purpose; and • Excavated material can be removed and placed in an approved disposal area without significantly impacting adjacent nursery areas and beds of submerged aquatic vegetation; and The original depth and width of a human-made channel or natural channel will not be increased to allow a new or expanded use of the channel. C. Consider establishing water quality improvement goals for the County. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. D. Identify and prioritize water quality improvement projects, including wetland and stream restora- tions, which will improve water quality. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. E. Identify and pursue funding sources for priority projects. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. F. Explore the value and benefits of reestablishing the Watershed Management Advisory Board. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. G. Continue to develop drainage systems and design standards that reflect the natural carrying capacity of the watershed. XIII.G.1 Encourage stormwater management systems that mimic the predevelopment hydrology of the site. XIII.G.2 Continue to ensure drainage from land use activities has rate of flow and volume characteristics as near to predevelop- ment conditions as possible. DR A F T - 3 - 13ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 14 H. Continue to participate in the development of state standards and advance the adoption and im- plementation of local best management practices to ensure the retention, acquisition and manage- ment of natural vegetation and riparian buffers to preserve, maintain and protect water quality. XIII.H.1 Encourage the retention, acquisition, and management of natural vegetative buffers to preserve, maintain, and protect water quality. I. Continue to participate in the development of statewide regulation of subdivision design stan- dards and advance the adoption and implementa- tion of local best management practices to protect and improve water quality in sensitive areas. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. J. Continue to develop and update educational and other strategies to deal with point and non-point source impacts on water quality. XIII.J.1 Encourage subdivision design that protects and improves water quality. K. Identify, evaluate, and prioritize an inventory of retrofit opportunities to reduce water quality im- pacts from stormwater runoff on receiving waters. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. L. Identify water specific sources of pollutants to help direct protection and improvement mea- sures. XIII.L.1 Protect surface water quality by prohibiting new and eliminating existing collection systems that directly discharge storm water to surface waters. XIII.L.2 Ensure that stormwater runoff from roadways does not directly discharge to surface waters. M. Promote expansion of water and sewer system to protect and enhance water quality. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. N. Consider establishing a groundwater and aquifer protection ordinance. XIII.N.1 Explore methods to protect groundwater aquifers. XIII.N.2 Research and develop appropriate performance met- rics for uses that may have adverse impacts on ground water aquifers. O. Consider removing barriers in codes/ordinances that hinder and prohibit low impact development. XIII.O.1 Encourage low impact development and other best management practices. DR A F T - 3 - 14ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 15 STRATEGIC PLAN FOCUS AREA: SUPERIOR EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE Strategic Plan Objective: Prepare all students to be successful in a 21st century world Goal XIV: Actively promote high quality education and diverse cultural opportunities for New Hanover County residents and visitors. Desired Outcome: High quality education and diverse opportunities that sustain the economic vitality of our community and enrich the lives of current and future residents. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Work with New Hanover County Public Schools as well as community stakeholders and institutions to sup- port high quality pre-K, primary, and secondary educa- tional opportunities to meet current and future needs of County residents. XIV.A.1 Encourage schools to locate in areas where they provide the maximum benefit to adjoining neighborhoods. XIV.A.2 Plan and locate schools to allow for future expansion and to ensure better and shared use of the facilities and campus. B. Form diverse partnerships to maximize utilization and improve access to recreational and cultural opportuni- ties and assets for New Hanover County residents and visitors. XIV.B.1 Where development projects include pro- tected cultural resources, encourage promotion of the resource as an asset to the development. C. Partner with New Hanover County Schools, UNCW, CFCC, and economic development stakeholders to develop and promote educational programs that sup- port the full range of skill sets employers need and target specific economic development opportunities within New Hanover County. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. DR A F T - 3 - 15ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 16 Strategic Plan Objective: Enhance the self-sufficiency of individuals and families Goal XV: Provide for a range of housing types, opportunities, and choices. Desired Outcome: Citizens are not overburdened with the costs or availability of housing, but have a diverse range of options that are affordable at different income levels. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Enhance and update incentives to reduce devel- opment costs to private developers such as den- sity bonuses when work force housing is included in development proposals. XV.A.1 Explore an ordinance allowing accessory dwelling units that are compatible with existing neighborhoods. XV.A.2 Encourage a mixture of uses in an effort to provide diversity of housing choice. XV.A.3 Review zoning regulations where appropriate to accommodate populations with special needs such as the elderly and disabled. XV.A.4 Incentivize, through the development process, the inclusion of diverse housing choices and opportunities in urban and community mixed use areas so that safe and conveniently located communities are available regardless of age or income. B. Consider creating an affordable housing task force to define affordability and work with private sector to provide it. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. C. Strategically work with developers experienced in providing affordable and subsidized housing through federal and state programs and locate affordable housing developments in areas of highest need. XV.C.1 Encourage a mixture of housing types near em- ployment centers. DR A F T - 3 - 16ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 17 STRATEGIC PLAN FOCUS AREA: SUPERIOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND PUBLIC SAFETY Strategic Plan Objective: Reduce and prevent crime Strategic Plan Objective: Increase the safety and security of the community Goal XVI: Increase public safety by reducing crime through the built environment. Desired Outcome: New development patterns that focus on increased public safety. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Encourage best practices and design strategies in the built environment to help reduce crime. XVI.A.1 Encourage best management practices for reduc- ing crime such as Crime Prevention Through Environmen- tal Design, Firewise, etc. B. Encourage a walkable community that creates more human interaction between neighbors (eyes on the street/ social space). XVI.B.1 Incorporate multiple points of access to the exist- ing transportation network to ensure safe traffic opera- tions. XVI.B.2 Ensure transportation facilities are designed to accommodate the proposed development and are consis- tent with the place type in which they are located. Strategic Plan Objective: Reduce health risks and diseases Goal XVII: Increase recycling and reduction of solid waste. Desired Outcome: Divert solid waste to eliminate constraints of future development. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Work with private sector and other regional ju- risdictions to implement a countywide recycling program including construction demolition de- bris and consumer product packaging material. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. B. Work with private sector entities to identify re- cycling and other innovative strategies to divert material from the landfill. (Composting, gasifica- tion, anaerobic digestion, etc.) Guidelines are not part of this strategy. C. Encourage adaptive reuse of building to limit construction and demolition waste production. XVII.C.1 Encourage adaptive reuse for vacant or dilapi- dated structures and sites rather than demolition when practical or fiscally responsible. D. Encourage consumer based responsibilities for waste reduction, recycling, and reuse. Guidelines are not part of this strategy.DR A F T - 3 - 17ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 18 Goal XVIII: Increase physical activity and promote healthy, active lifestyles. Desired Outcome: A built environment that encourages active life styles and increased health through walking and bik- ing. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Encourage a mixture of uses in developments that allows individuals to walk rather than rely upon vehicles. XVIII.A.1 Provide sidewalks and/or multi-purpose paths within development projects. XVIII.A.2 Encourage the inclusion of areas for physical ac- tivity in the design of residential open space areas. B. Encourage siting of schools into the community allowing for students to walk or bike to shcool, while considering traffic impacts. XVIII.B.1 Provide sidewalks or multiuse paths within close proximity of schools and other community facilities. C. Connect walkways, parking lots, greenways, and devel- opments to encourage pedestrian activity. XVIII.C.1 Encourage dedication or provision of easements for multi-use paths consistent with the Greenway Master Plan and other adopted plans. XVIII.C.2 Allow payment in lieu for recreational facilities. Goal XIX: Increase access to affordable and convenient healthy foods. Desired Outcome: Increased community health. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Ensure zoning and land use regulations encourage and allow for community gardens and urban agriculture. XIX.A.1 Allow agricultural uses in open space areas. B. Build on health gaps analysis report, target strategies to promote location of farmers markets, grocery stores, and other venues that have healthy food offerings. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. Goal XX: Support health promotion and disease prevention while minimizing debilitating effects of mental and physi- cal disabilities. Desired Outcome: A built environment that supports citizens with mental and physical disabilities through the loca- tion of services, integration of land uses, and sensitivity to the disabled population. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines A. Encourage public spaces and health related facilities (Gyms, pharmacies, physician offices, etc.) to be smoke free. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. B. Promote awareness of physical and mental disabilities and disease prevention. XX.B.1 Sidewalks, pedestrian amenities, and residential common areas should be designed to be inclusive of per- sons with limited mobility. Goal XXI: Ensure NHC remains in attainment for air quality, in support of clean air and improved public health out- comes in support of continued growth. Desired Outcome: New Hanover County to remain in attainment for air quality to protect public health and retain and attract quality development and industries. Implementation Strategies Implementation Guidelines DR A F T - 3 - 18ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 PLAN NHC 2014 VISUALIZING THE FUTURE 19 A. Promote compact development, mixture of uses, and infill that minimizes trips and vehicle miles traveled. XXI.A.1 Promote compact development and infill with a mix of integrated community uses (e.g. housing, shops, workplaces, schools, parks, and civic facilities) within walking or bicycling distance that minimizes vehicle trips and vehicle miles traveled. XX1.A.2 Encourage development be located and designed to be convenient for access to public transit, thereby bringing potential riders closer to transit facilities and increasing ridership. B. Encourage development patterns and neighborhood street designs that are conductive to pedestrian and bicycle use. XXI.B.1 Encourage “complete street” design to accommo- date all users and encourage alternative modes of travel. XXI.B.2 Promote street, sidewalk, and greenway designs that support and enhance access between neighborhoods and to neighborhood-based commercial developments. C. Discourage open burning of yard waste and trash in densely populated areas. XXI.C.1 Discourage open burning in densely populated areas. D. Consider a program for NHC staff to work with NCDENR to review air quality monitoring site data and stay abreast of current and proposed Clean Air Act Require- ments that could affect the Non-Attainment status of New Hanover County. Guidelines are not part of this strategy. DR A F T - 3 - 19ITEM: 1 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 NEW HANOVER COUNTY PLANNING BOARD REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: June 2, 2016 TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT ITEM: DEPARTMENT: PRESENTER(S): Ken Vafier, Planning Manager CONTACT(S): Sam Burgess; Ben Andrea, Current Planning/Zoning Supervisor SUBJECT: Technical Review Committee Report For May 2016 BRIEF SUMMARY: The New Hanover County Technical Review Committee (TRC) met once during the month of May and reviewed three performance residential projects, a private gate request, and a road right-of-way design modification. The report and accompanying plans are attached. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: Intelligent Growth and Economic Development • Implement plans for land use, economic development, infrastructure and environmental programs • Understand and act on citizen needs RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: ATTACHMENTS: May 2016 TRC Report Package ITEM: 2 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 MAY 2016 TRC REPORT Page 1 TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT MAY 2016 The County’s Technical Review Committee (TRC) met once during the month of May and reviewed three (3) performance residential projects, a private gate request, and a road right- of-way design modification. 1) Gable Run (Road Right-of-Way Adjustments) Gable Run is located in the northeastern portion of our jurisdiction near the 500 block of Jacqueline Drive in Greenview Ranches subdivision. The developer for the project requested a reduction in the private road right-of-way width from 45’ to 40’. Private road standards require a minimum of 45’. In a vote of 5-0, the TRC approved the developer’s request downsizing the right-of-way in Gable Run from 45’ to 40’. The decision was based on the road already constructed and designed to minimum NCDOT requirements with a pavement width of 24’ providing adequate emergency service delivery. 2) Grand Bay at Beau Rivage (Performance Plan) Grand Bay is located in the southern portion of our jurisdiction near the 6500 block of River Road, west side and is classified as Transition and Conservation on the County’s 2006 adopted Land Use Plan. Site Plan Data  Zoning District: R-15 Residential (limited 2.5 units acre)  Water Service: Private (Aqua of North Carolina)  Sewer Service: Public: (CFPUA)  Road Designation: Private (parking area)  Units: 78 (66 condos, 12 townhomes)  Acreage: 19.92  TIA: N/A  Access: River Road  Conservation Resources: Yes (project setback away from resources)  Schools: Bellamy Elementary (over-capacity) Codington Elementary (over-capacity) CRECC (over-capacity) Murray Middle (over-capacity) Ashley High (over-capacity) In a vote of 5-0, the TRC approved Grand Bay for 78 units with the following conditions: a) No gates, traffic calming devices or on-street parking permitted unless reviewed by TRC. - 1 - 1ITEM: 2 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 MAY 2016 TRC REPORT Page 2 b) An approved NCDOT Driveway permit prior to final plat approval. c) Label the sidewalks on the site plan. d) Coordinate with WAVE to determine the feasibility of a bus shelter near the entranc e to the project off River Road. e) Add the Private Road Certificate to the site plan. f) Display parking spaces near the clubhouse on the site plan. 3) Covey Commons (Performance Plan) Covey Commons is located in the north central portion of our jurisdiction near the western end of Murrayville Road and is classified as Wetland Resource Protection on the County’s adopted 2006 Land Use Plan. Site Plan Data  Zoning District: R-15 Residential (limited 2.5 units acre)  Water Service: Public (CFPUA)  Sewer Service: Public (CFPUA)  Road Designation: Private  Lots: 13  Acreage: 6.36  TIA: N/A  Access: Covey Lane to Murrayville Road  Conservation Resources: None  Schools: Eaton Elementary (over-capacity) Murrayville Middle (over-capacity) Holly Shelter (over-capacity) Laney High (over-capacity) In a vote of 5-0, the TRC approved Covey Commons for a total of 13 lots with the following conditions: a) No gates, traffic calming devices, or on-street parking permitted unless reviewed by TRC. b) A NCDOT Driveway permit may be required. c) Covey Lane is NCDOT maintained to the intersection of Cocker Court. A road maintenance agreement will need to be coordinated and executed with the last two lot owners leading into the project prior to final plat approval. Paving will extend to existing paved potion of Covey Lane. d) A road stub near the northern entrance and eastern end of the project’s road will be needed to meet the County’s inter-connectivity requirements. e) The cul-de-sac length and pavement width will need to meet private road standards. - 1 - 2ITEM: 2 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 MAY 2016 TRC REPORT Page 3 4) Jacksons Ridge (Performance Plan) Jacksons Ridge is located in the north central portion of our jurisdiction near the 6800 block of Murrayville Road and is classified as Urban and Conservation on the County’s 2006 adopted Land Use Plan. Site Plan Data  Zoning District: R-15 Residential (limited 2.5 units acre)  Water Service: Public (CFPUA)  Sewer Service: Public (CFPUA)  Road Designation: Private  Lots: 25  Acreage: 10.17  TIA: N/A  Schools: Eaton Elementary (over-capacity) Murrayville Middle (over-capacity) Trask Middle (over-capacity) Laney High (over-capacity) In a vote of 5-0, the TRC approved Jacksons Ridge for a total of 25 lots with the following conditions: a) No gates, traffic calming devices or on-street parking permitted unless reviewed by TRC. b) Revised NCDOT Driveway permit. c) Display a road stub at the southern end of the “hammer head.” d) An unduplicated road name may be required. 5) Deerbrooke Apartments (Gate Installation Request) Deerbrooke Apartments is located in the central portion of our jurisdiction near the intersection of Grathwol Drive and North Kerr Avenue. The property manager for the project (approved 1999 for 152 units) requested the installation of a gate near the primary entrance for the safety of the residents. In a vote of 5-0, the TRC approved the installation of the gate at the entrance to Deerbrooke Apartments with no specific conditions. Coordination of the gate installation will be through County Fire Services. - 1 - 3ITEM: 2 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 - 1 - 4 ITEM: 2 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 - 1 - 5 ITEM: 2 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 - 1 - 6 ITEM: 2 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 - 1 - 7 ITEM: 2 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 - 1 - 8 ITEM: 2 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 - 1 - 9 ITEM: 2 Planning Board - June 2, 2016 BENT CREEK DR N A T U R E T R A I L D R G R A T H W O L D R W IL LIA M L O U IS D R JASON CT H O N E Y W O O D D R Prop osed Gate Entrance Dee rbro o ke Ap ar tm e n ts ¯ 100 Feet - 1 - 1 0 IT E M : 2 Pl a n n i n g B o a r d - J u n e 2 , 2 0 1 6