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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApplicationDocusign Envelope ID: BA4771`11-18E74ECA-9BB5-AEFB217BC682 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE 230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110 Wilmington, North Carolina 28403 Telephone (910) 798-7165 FAX (910) 798-7053 planningdevelopment.n hcgov.com SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION This application form must be completed as part of a special use permit 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 10.3.5 of the Unified Development Ordinance. "if the proposed use is classified as intensive industry, the applicant shall conduct a community information meeting in accordance with Section 10.2.3, Community Information Meeting. 1. Applicant and Property Owner Information Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent) Sylvia Whaley Lewis and husband Michael Carillon Assisted Living, LLC Lewis; and Karen Whaley Cobb and husband Charles Cobb Company Company/Owner Name 2 Address Address 4901 Waters Edge Dr. Suite 200 S018 Marathon Landing Ct. City, State, Zip City, State, Zip Raleigh, NC 27606 Castle Hayne, NC 28429 Phone Phone 919-600-6420 Email Email marcos.vidal@carillonassistedliving.com Page 1 of 8 Special Use Permit Application — Updated 02-2022 Docusign Envelope ID: BA477F11-18E74ECA-9665-AEF132176C682 2. Subject Property Information Address/Location PT RANCH 118 & PT RANCH 119 Parcel Identification Number(s) SEC 2 GREENVIEW RANCHES R02800-004-01 1 -000 and R02800-004-012-000 Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s) Future Land Use Classification 10.67 acres R-15, vacant Community Mixed Use I Proposed Zoning, Use(s), & Narrative Please list the proposed use(s) of the subject property, and provide the purpose of the special use permit and a project narrative (attach additional pages if necessary). Please see attached Exhibit A. 4. Proposed Condition(s) Please note: Within a special use permit proposal, additional conditions and requirements which represent greater restrictions on the development and use of the property than the corresponding zoning 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 included with this special use permit application below. Staff, the Planning Board, and Board of Commissioners may propose additional conditions during the review process that meet or exceed the minimum requirements of the Unified Development Ordinance. Please see attached Exhibit A. Page 2 of 8 Special Use Permit Application — Updated 02-2022 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: Assisted Living (254) Trip Generation Use and Variable (gross floor area, dwelling units, etc.) Beds (89) AM Peak Hour Trips: 17 PM Peak Hour Trips: 22 6. Criteria Required for Approval of a Special Use Permit A use designated as a special use in a particular zoning district is a use that may be appropriate in the district, but because of its nature, extent, and external impacts, requires special consideration of its location, design, and methods of operation before it can be deemed appropriate in the district and compatible with its surroundings. The purpose is to establish a uniform mechanism for the review of special uses to ensure they are appropriate for the location and zoning district where they are proposed. For each of the four required conclusions listed below, include or attach a statement that explains how any existing conditions, proposed development features, or other relevant facts would allow the Board of County Commissioners to reach the required conclusion, and attach any additional documents or materials that provide supporting factual evidence. The considerations listed under each required conclusion are simply those suggested to help the applicant understand what may be considered in determining whether a required conclusion can be met. Any additional considerations potentially raised by the proposed use or development should be addressed. 1. The use will not materially endanger the public health or safety if located where proposed and approved. Considerations: • Traffic conditions in the vicinity, including the effect of additional traffic on streets and street intersections, and sight lines at street intersections with curb cuts; • Provision of services and utilities, including sewer, water, electrical, garbage collections, fire protection; • Soil erosion and sedimentation; • Protection of public, community, or private water supplies, including possible adverse effects on surface waters or groundwater; or • Anticipated air discharges, including possible adverse effects on air quality. Please see attached Exhibit A. Page 3 of 8 Special Use Permit Application — Updated 02-2022 Docusign Envelope ID: BA477F1 1-1 8E7-4ECA-9BB5-AEFB217BC682 2. The use meets all required conditions and specifications of the Unified Development Ordinance. Please see attached Exhibit A. 3. The use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting property, or that the use is a public necessity. Considerations: The relationship of the proposed use and the character of development to surrounding uses and development, including possible conflicts between them and how these conflicts will be resolved (i.e. buffers, hours of operation, etc.). Whether the proposed development is so necessary to the public health, safety, and general welfare of the community or County as a whole as to justify it regardless of its impact on the value of adjoining property. Please see attached Exhibit A. Page 4 of 8 Special Use Permit Application — Updated 02-2022 Docusign Envelope ID: BA477F11-18E7-4ECA-9BB5-AEFB217BC682 4. The location and character of the use if developed according to the plan as submitted and approved will be in harmony with the area in which it is to be located and in general conformity with the New Hanover County Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Considerations: • The relationship of the proposed use and the character of development to surrounding uses and development, including possible conflicts between them and how these conflicts will be resolved (i.e. buffers, hours of operation, etc.). • Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan's goals, objectives for the various planning areas, its definitions of the various land use classifications and activity centers, and its locational standards. Please see attached Exhibit A. Page 5 of 8 Special Use Permit Application — Updated 02-2022 Docusign Envelope ID: BA477F11-18E7-4ECA-8BB5-AEFB217BC682 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 ❑ This application form, completed and signed ❑ Application fee: • $500; $250 if application pertains to a residential use (i.e., mobile home, duplex, family child care home). ❑ Traffic Impact Analysis (if applicable) • The official TIA approval letter is recommended prior to this item being placed on the Planning Board meeting agenda. • The official TIA approval letter is reguired prior to this item being placed on the Board of Commissioners meeting agenda. ❑ Conceptual Site Plan Including the following minimum elements: • Tract boundaries and total area, location of adjoining parcels and roads • Proposed use of land, structures and other improvements o For residential uses, this shall include number, height, and type of units; area to be occupied by each structure; and/or subdivided boundaries. o For non-residential uses, this shall include approximate square footage and height of each structure, an outline of the area it will occupy, and the specific purposes for which it will be used. • 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. • All existing and proposed easements, required setbacks, rights -of -way, and buffering. • The location of Special Flood Hazard Areas. • The approximate location of regulated wetlands. • 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. • 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 Federal or State law or local ordinance. • Any other information that will facilitate review of the proposed special use permit (Ref. Section 10.3.5, as applicable) ❑ Applications for uses in the intensive industry category must also submit: • Community meeting written summary • A list of any local, state, or federal permits required for use ❑ 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 ❑ For wireless support structures or substantial modifications, the elements listed on the attached checklist Applicant Initial Page 6 of 8 Special Use Permit Application — Updated 02-2022 Docusign Envelope ID: BA477F11-18E74ECA-9BB5-AEFB217BC682 7. Acknowledgement and Signatures By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the special use permit for which I am applying. I understand that the existing Official Zoning Map is presumed to be correct. I understand that I have the burden of proving that the proposal meets the four required conclusions. I certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on my behalf to: 1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials; 2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments; 3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with or arising out of this application; and 4. Provide written consent to any and all conditions of approval. 7/25/2024 Sylvia Whaley Lewis SYbys 7/25/2024 Michael Lewis tticlwl f+mis 6� U •- �4 7/25/2024 Karen Whaley Cobb M 7/25/2024 Charles Cobb gW'llfure of Property Owner(s) Print Nome(s) 6. C. Merfuiy Signature of Applicant/Agent 7/26/2024 Karen Moriarty, President & CEO, Carillon Assisted Living, LLC Print Name Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is required for each owner of record. The landowner or their attorney must be present for the application at the preliminary forum and public hearing. If an applicant requests delay of consideration from the Planning Board or Board of County Commissioners before notice has been sent to the newspaper, the item will be colendared for the next meeting and no fee will be required. If delay is requested after notice has been sent to the newspaper, the Board will act on the request at the scheduled meeting and are under no obligation to grant the continuance. If the continuance is granted, a fee in accordance with the adopted fee schedule as published on the New Hanover County Planning website will be required. Page 7 of 8 Special Use Permit Application — Updated 02-2022 Docusign Envelope ID: CD04B083-3693408E-8149-E5361A96A1E9 Print Form NEW HANOVER COUNTY ° P PLANNING & LAND USE o AUTHORITY FOR ....... APPOINTMENT OFAGENT 230 Government Center Drive Suite 110 Wilmington, NC 28403 910-798-7165 phone 910-798-7053fax www.nhcgov.com Please note that for quasi-judicial proceedings, either the land owner or an attorney must be present for the case at the public hearing. The undersigned owner does hereby appoint an authorized the agent described herein as their exclusive agent for the purpose of petitioning New Hanover County for a variance, special use permit, rezoning request, and/or an appeal of Staff decisions applicable to the property described in the attached petition. The Agent is hereby authorized to, on behalf of the property owner: 1. Submit a proper petition and the required supplemental information and materials 2. Appeal at public meetings to give representation and commitments on behalf of the property owner 3. Act on the property owner's behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with or arising out of any petition applicable to the New Hanover County Zoning Ordinance. Agent Information Property Owner(s) Subject Property Name Owner Name Address Carillon Assisted Living, LLC Sylvia Whaley Lewis PT RANCH 118 & PT RANCH 119 SEC 2 GREENVIEW RANCHES Company Owner Name 2 City, State, Zip Michael Lewis Address Address Parcel ID 4901 Waters Edge Dr., Suite 200 5018 Marathon Landing Ct R02800-004-011-000 and City, State, Zip City, State, Zip R02800-004-012-000 Raleigh, NC 27606 Castle Hayne, NC 28429 Phone Phone 919-600-6420 Email Email marcos.vidal@carillonassistedliving.com Application Tracking Information marathonlanding@msn.com (Stall 0111.%) Case Number Reference: Daterrime received: Received by: This document was willfully executed on the �Slynetl br. $It�uia (,twts effeslveeleeidse... Owner Signature 7/25/2024 Sylvia Whaley Lewis day of ,20 Signed by: (twit 81BB1ye81cE]d9E... Owner Signature 7/25/2024 Michael Lewis 09/14 Docusign Envelope ID: CD04B083-3693-408E-8149-E5361 A96A1 E9 EriJ1C. o ,pUNTY.H %j NEW HANOVER COUNTY O s PLANNING & LAND USE = o 3Z a= AUTHORITYFOR `fl APPOINTMENT OFA GENT 230 Government Center Drive Suite 110 Wilmington, NC 28403 910-798-7165 phone 910-798-7053 fax www.nhcgov.com Please note that for quasi-judicial proceedings, either the land owner or an attorney must be present for the case at the public hearing. The undersigned owner does hereby appoint an authorized the agent described herein as their exclusive agent for the purpose of petitioning New Hanover County for a variance, special use permit, rezoning request, and/or an appeal of Staff decisions applicable to the property described in the attached petition. The Agent is hereby authorized to, on behalf of the property owner: 1. Submit a proper petition and the required supplemental information and materials 2. Appeal at public meetings to give representation and commitments on behalf of the property owner 3. Act on the property owner's behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with or arising out of any petition applicable to the New Hanover County Zoning Ordinance. Agent Information Property Owner(s) Subject Property Name Owner Name Address Matthew A. Nichols Sylvia Whaley Lewis PT RANCH 118 +& PT RANCH 119 SEC 2 GREENVIEW RANCHES Company Owner Name 2 City, State, Zip Law Office of Matthew A. Nichols Michael Lewis Address Address Parcel ID 3205 Randall Pkwy, Suite 104 5018 Marathon Landing Ct R02800-004-011-000 and City, State, Zip City, State, Zip R02800-004-012-000 Wilmington, NC 28403 Castle Hayne, NC 28429 Phone Phone 910-508-7476 Email Email man@mattnichoislaw.com marathonlanding@msn.com Case Number Reference: Date/Time received: Received by: This document was willfully executed on the Signed by: S a tt,Wii b�reeleerase... Owner Signature 7/25/2024 Sylvia Whaley Lewis day of ,20 Signed by: dAAd [t,WiS ereevea+erase... Owner 2 Signature 7/25/2024 Michael Lewis 09/14 Docusign Envelope ID: E079D7E5-5D7B-07E8•AA19-325F56F5F2FD Print Fortn "Ty o �qNEW HANOVER COUNTY o a Io-to PLANNING & LAND USE �-k IF A) AUTHORITYFOR APPOINTMENT OFAGENT 230 Government Center Drive Suite 110 Wilmington, NC 28403 910-798-7165 phone 910-798-7053fax www.nhcgov.com Please note that for quasi-judicial proceedings, either the land owner or an attorney must be present for the case at the public hearing. The undersigned owner does hereby appoint an authorized the agent described herein as their exclusive agent for the purpose of petitioning New Hanover County for a variance, special use permit, rezoning request, and/or an appeal of Staff decisions applicable to the property described in the attached petition. The Agent is hereby authorized to, on behalf of the property owner: 1. Submit a proper petition and the required supplemental information and materials 2. Appeal at public meetings to give representation and commitments on behalf of the property owner 3. Act on the property owner's behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with or arising out of any petition applicable to the New Hanover County Zoning Ordinance. Agent Information Property Owner(s) Subject Property Name Owner Name Address Carillon Assisted Living, LLC Karen Whaley Cobb PT RANCH 118 & PT RANCH 119 SEC 2 GREENVIEW RANCHES Company Owner Name 2 City, State, Zip Charles Cobb Address Address Parcel In 4901 Waters Edge Dr., Suite 200 5018 Marathon Landing Ct R02800-004-011-000 and City, State, Zip City, State, Zip R02800-004-012-000 Raleigh, NC 27606 Castle Hayne, NC 28429 Phone Phone 919-600-6420 Email Email marcos.vidal@carillonassistedliving.com kdctarheel@gmail.com; ccobb@cobbcieek.us Case Number Reference: Date/I'ime received: Received by: This document was willfully executed on the �LomuSignedby: % 11 TIA1 l.W LOM�r l &M66BfiBEBBB�i B... Owner Signature 7/25/2024 Karen Whaley Cobb day of ,20 Le� E Owner 2 Signature 7/25/2024 Charles Cobb 09/14 Docusign Envelope ID: E079D7E5-5D7B-47E8-AA19-325F56F5F2FD Pnp(F4rm ,QG03NTY No 4A NEW HANOVER COUNTY o PLANNING & LAND USE 3 C i a= AUTHORITYFOR APPOINTMENT OFAGENT 230 Government Center Drive Suite 110 Wilmington, NC 28403 910-798-7165 phone 910-798-7053 fax www.nhcgov.com Please note that for quasi-judicial proceedings, either the land owner or an attorney must be present for the case at the public hearing. The undersigned owner does hereby appoint an authorized the agent described herein as their exclusive agent for the purpose of petitioning New Hanover County for a variance, special use permit, rezoning request, and/or an appeal of Staff decisions applicable to the property described in the attached petition. The Agent is hereby authorized to, on behalf of the property owner: 1. Submit a proper petition and the required supplemental information and materials 2. Appeal at public meetings to give representation and commitments on behalf of the property owner 3. Act on the property owner's behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with or arising out of any petition apphcable to the New Hanover County Zoning Ordinance. Agent Information Property Owner(s) Subject Property Name Owner Name Address Matthew A. Nichols K Karen Whaley Cobb PT RANCH 118 & PT RANCH 119 SEC 2 GREENVIEW RANCHES Company Owner Name 2 City, State, Zip Law Office of Matthew A. Nichols Charles Cobb Address Address Parcel ID 3205 Randall Pkwy, Suite 104 5018 Marathon Landing Ct R02800-004-011-000 and City, State, Zip City, State, Zip R02800-004-012-000 Wilmington, NC 28403 Castle Hayne, NC 28429 Phone Phone 910-508-7476 Email Email matt@mattnicholslaw.com kdctarheel@gmail.com; ccobb@cobbcLeek.us Case Number Reference: Date/Time received: Received by: This document was willfully executed on the CUocuftned by: % u, tAuu aenxaanncnnnn�a Owner Signature 7/25/2024 Karen Whaley Cobb day of 120. ELa�F.. Owner Signature 7/25/2024 Charles Cobb 09/14 "Ty. NEW HANOVER COUNTY z y� PLANNING & LAND USE I 3 ,2 AUTHORITY FOR •`�ousllto'le AppORVTMENT OFAGENT 230 Government Center Drive Suite 110 Wilmington, NC 28403 910-798-7165 phone 910-798-7053 fax www.nhcgov.com Please note that for quasi-judicial proceedings, either the land owner or an attorney must be present for the case at the public hearing. The undersigned Applicant does hereby appoint an authorized the agent described herein as their exclusive agent for the purpose of petitioning New Hanover County for a variance, special use permit, rezoning request, and/or an appeal of Staff decisions applicable to the property described in the attached petition. The Agent is hereby authorized to, on behalf of the Applicant: 1. Submit a proper petition and the required supplemental information and materials 2. Appeal at public meetings to give representation and commitments on behalf of the applicant 3. Act on the applicant's behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with or arising out of any petition applicable to the New Hanover County Zoning Ordinance. Agent Information Applicants) Subject Property Name Applicant Name Address Carillon Assisted Living, LLC PT RANCH I IS & PT RANCH 119 Matthew A. Nichols SEC 2 GREENVIEW RANCHES Company Applicant Name 2 City, State, Zip Law Office of Matthew A. Nichols Address Address Parcel ID 3205 Randall Pkwy, Suite 104 4901 Waters Edge Dr. Suite 200 R02800-004-01 1 -000 and City, State, Zap City, State, Zip R02800-004-012-000 Wilmington, NC 29403 Raleigh, NC 7606 Phone Phone 910-508-7476 919-600-6420 Email Email matt@mattnicholslaw.com marcos.vidal@carillonassistedliving.com Aeumbcr Reference: Date/Time received: Received by: This document was willfully executed on the 29th day of July Applicant Signature Marcos Vidal, Vice President of Site Acquisition Cariilon Assisted Living, LLC 09/14 Exhibit A to Special Use Permit Application (Carillon Assisted Living, LLC) The Applicant, Carillon Assisted Living, LLC ("Carillon"), is proposing a 61-room licensed Assisted Living and Memory Care facility to serve the needs of New Hanover County residents and their family members. Carillon is a local North Carolina company headquartered in Raleigh. Carillon has extensive experience owning and operating similar communities across the State. As an owner -operator, Carillon takes great pride in maintaining a long-term presence in the communities it serves. The subject property, which is an ideal location for the proposed new assisted living facility, is located in northern New Hanover County and is generally shown below: 1. The use will not materially endanger the public health or safety if located where proposed and approved. The proposed assisted living facility with memory care component will not endanger public health or safety. To the contrary, the proposed facility is designed and intended to help address the healthcare and housing needs of New Hanover County residents. Under the New Hanover County Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), the proposed use is categorized as Senior Living: Assisted Living Facility. The proposed facility will be licensed through the State of North Carolina, Division of Health Service Regulation Adult Care Licensure Section, and the proposed facility is subject to compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, inspections and permitting. The proposed use is a benefit to public health and community housing needs, and particularly with regard to the aging population, as it will contribute to the number of assisted living beds in New Hanover County. Carillon is very experienced in operating similar facilities throughout State, having opened the doors to its first assisted living community in 1997. There is a significant need for licensed assisted living and memory care beds in New Hanover County. In fact, there are no licensed assisted living care facilities within a 2.5-mile radius of the proposed site. There is only one licensed assisted living facility in a 5-mile radius. The need for licensed assisted living is in high demand in this area of New Hanover County and thus this use would improve the public health. 2. The use meets all required conditions and specifications of the Unified Development Ordinance. The proposed use will comply with all applicable provisions of the UDO, including Section 4.3.2.13.4, Senior Living: Assisted Living Facilities, which include the following: Senior Living: Assisted Living Facility Developments in this category that are not part of a continuing care retirement community shall comply with the following standards: a. The minimum lot size is five acres. The proposed site is 10.67 acres. b. Maximum height shall be limited to 35 feet when buildings are placed within 50 feet of single-family residential lots or parcels. All proposed structures will adhere to the maximum height requirements. c. Except as otherwise required by subsection c above, the height of buildings may be increased to no more than 50 feet when setbacks are increased to equal the proposed height of the building. All proposed structures will adhere to the maximum height requirements. d. The site must be served by public water and sewer. Public water and sewer are available. The Applicant will extend public water and sewer to the subject property. e. Maximum impervious area shall not exceed 50 percent of the net acreage. In areas where coastal stormwater rules apply, those limits will supersede this provision. The use will conform to all requirements. Please see the proposed Special Use Permit site plan. 2 f. Open space and improved recreation space shall be provided at a rate of 20 percent of net acreage. Vegetative buffers of not less than 20 feet are required for all proposals. The proposed use will conform to all requirements. Please see the proposed Special Use Permit site plan. g. Frontage on an arterial or collector roadway is required. The proposed location satisfies this requirement. Military Cutoff Extension is a principal arterial according to the WMPO Roadway Functional Classification Map as seen below. General location of site. h. All other local state or federal permits or authorizations are required. The proposed facility will be licensed by the State of North Carolina through the Division of Health Service Regulation Adult Care Licensure Section. The proposed facility will be subject to all applicable rules, regulations, inspections and permitting for an assisted living facility with memory care component. All other applicable Federal, State and local permits and authorizations will be obtained. 3. The use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting property, or that the use is a public necessity. The proposed Assisted Living and Memory Care facility will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting property. Assisted Living and Memory Care, which 3 classified as a residential use under the NHC UDO, is a low -impact use that will be an asset to the community and provide much needed healthcare and housing options for New Hanover County residents and their family members. Given the population growth of New Hanover County over the last decade and the projections for future growth, the proposed facility can also be viewed as a public necessity, as there is a demand for additional licensed assisted living and memory care facilities in New Hanover County. It should be noted also that the proposed site is located in what is essentially an undeveloped portion of the County and surrounded almost entirely by vacant land, as seen on the excerpt below from the NHC GIS: Carillon intends to build a very high -quality, attractive and extensively landscaped, well -designed facility that will be an asset to the community and enhance the surrounding area. 4. The location and character of the use if developed according to the plan as submitted and approved will be in harmony with the area in which it is to be located and in general conformity with the New Hanover County Comprehensive Land Use Plan. In addition to the foregoing, the NHC Comprehensive Plan states that our community has experienced a significant increase in the senior population (see Comp. Plan Public Engagement Plan p. 3). Providing alternative housing options to serve the growing senior population is consistent with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan, as stated in Goal XV and Guideline XV.A.3 as follows: Goal XV. Provide for a range of housing types, opportunities, and choices. Implementation 0 Guideline XV.A.3 Review zoning regulations where appropriate to accommodate populations with special needs such as the elderly and disabled. This is consistent with both the population and housing needs trends seen in New Hanover County in recent years. For instance, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated in July of 2023 that persons 65 years and older make up 19.6 percent of the County's population (which is greater than the national percentage of 17.7%). New He ever Age and Sea Q county, Norl% 13 United State Camlina e PMAdWnetlmnie,Ady1,2023,(V2M3) 61236,02 ®M4,910A95 Age rind Sax B Persons uMw Syears, percent ®4.5% m5.5% 9Persoeupderlayears.M.t ®175% ®217% 9 Persons 65 years am wer, percent m19.6% ®17.7% 9 Female persons, percent m52A% AW5% Source: U.S. Census Bureau website. Also, the Bowen National Research Housing Needs Assessment Update 2022 similarly provides: Projections for 2027 indicate that the greatest growth of household heads by age will occur among those 75 and older with an increase of 3,072 households (24.6% increase) within the CSA. The Bowen report further states: The projected significant increase in senior households age 65 and older (3,972 Table 10 BOWEN NATIONAL RESEARCH IV-7 households) indicates a likely increase in demand for senior -oriented housing of both independent and assisted -living types, while the expected growth in households between the ages of 35 and 54 (1,665 households) will likely contribute to demand for family -oriented housing. Bowen National Research Housing Needs Assessment Update 2022 pages IV6 - IV7 (emphasis added). Page II-3 of the Bowen report, Figure 12, further illustrates the projected increase in senior -led households, particularly in the 75+ category. 19 The following graph (see Figure 12) illustrates the projected change in households by age between 2022 and 2027. assure tz Change in Houseead hold Hs by Aee (2022-2027) �TS7S Q5 �g 25-34 35-44 45-54' 55-4 65-74 .� 75+ -1,000 -Soo 0 Soo 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500 Bowen National Research Housing Needs Assessment Update 2022 page II-3. Accordingly, this Special Use Permit request is a benefit to the community by filling a demonstrated need for housing options and alternatives for the elderly population. Also, the proposed project is located within the Community Mixed Use placetype. This placetype is suitable for a mixture of uses, including the type of moderate density residential that would be comparable to an assisted living facility: DESIRED USES rypes of Usa I14o(ech t Mix of Ch. It rypical Zoning ccixi s Ofike Retail Moderate Nosily Raside st al Mum uzs Mixed Use commercial ingle-family Residential Office 81nstlnXlonal Single -Family Residential HOUSING Mixed Use Recreational _,_ _ ... •}��RREeID gym.+_ The proposed project is a good example of the land use compatibility of permitted residential uses within the R-15 zoning district and the more intense Community Mixed Use placetype. By combining residential and healthcare services into a low -impact use, the proposed assisted living and memory care facility is compatible with both the residential zoning district and the Community Mixed Use placetype. E The proposed project will also create skilled jobs for County residents, support future economic growth in the County and increase the County's tax base. In conclusion, the proposed Assisted Living and Memory Care facility meets all of the requirements for the issuance of a Special Use Permit, provides much needed healthcare and housing options for County residents and their family members, and will be a significant benefit to the community.