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PLANNING BOARD SCRIPT
for Zoning Map Amendment Application (Z24-05)
Request by Cindee Wolf with Design Solutions, applicant, to rezone approximately 0.93 acres zoned
RA, Rural Agricultural located at 4737 Castle Hayne Road to (CZD) B-2, Regional Business for the two
commercial structures totaling 8,700 square feet for the use of General Retail for a tire store and other
limited uses.
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 and supporters’ presentation (up to 15 minutes)
c. Opponent’s presentation (up to 15 minutes)
d. Applicant’s and supporters’ rebuttal (up to 5 minutes)
e. Opponent’s rebuttal (up to 5 minutes)
f. Staff review of any additional conditions
3. Close the public hearing
4. Board discussion
5. Before we proceed with a motion and vote, I would like to invite the applicant to the podium.
Based on the Board discussion and items presented during the public hearing, would you like
withdraw your petition, request a continuance, or proceed with a vote?
6. 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 rezoning to a Conditional B-2 district. I find
it to be CONSISTENT with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan because the
rezoning provides for the types of uses recommended in the Community Mixed Use place type.
I also find recommending APPROVAL of the rezoning request is reasonable and in the public
interest because the application limits uses to those which are more appropriate for the area
and additional conditions reduce impact on adjacent residential areas.
Proposed Conditions:
1. The proposed rezoning’s principal use shall be limited to: Animal Grooming Services, Contractor
Office (with no outdoor storage), Offices for Private Business & Professional Activities,
Instructional Services & Studios, Personal Services, General Retail Sales, Minor Vehicle Service
Station, and Warehousing.
2. The attached shed that encroaches into the rear setback is to be removed, bringing Dad’s Tire
Store into compliance with required setbacks.
3. A septic and well easement approved by New Hanover County Environmental Health shall be
recorded with the Register of Deeds guaranteeing access and maintenance for the existing
septic system and any future improvements. Environmental Health approval of the septic system
and well shall be required prior to issuance of construction permits for the flex commercial
space.
4. Exterior lighting including luminaries and security lighting shall be fully cutoff fixtures that are
directed downward in compliance with Figures of the UDO. In no case shall lighting be directed
at or above a horizontal plane through the lighting fixture.
5. The two Significant Trees identified on the concept plan shall be permanently retained on site.
Alternative Motion for Denial (if based on information presented at the public hearing or other
consideration beyond the scope of staff review, the board finds denial appropriate.)
I move to recommend DENIAL of 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 the
rezoning provides for the types of uses recommended in the Community Mixed Use place type,
I find recommending 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 will adversely impact the adjacent residential areas.
Alternative Motion for Approval/Denial:
I move to RECOMMEND [Approval/Denial] of the proposed rezoning to a (CZD) B-2 district.
I find it to be [Consistent/Inconsistent] with the purposes and intent of the Comprehensive Plan
because [insert reasons]
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I also find RECOMMENDING [Approval/Denial] of the rezoning request is reasonable and in
the public interest because [insert reasons]
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