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22 Additional Information Article 20.3.2 requires the submission of the following additional information: a. "A fully-dimensioned map at a scale of not less than one hundred (100) feet to the inch showing the land which would be covered by the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment, and a legal description of the land." Submitted. b. "The manner in which the proposed amendment will carry out the intent/purpose of the Comprehensive Plan." Listed below are several goals of the Comprehensive Plan cited by the applicant which, according to the amendment application, would be furthered by the proposed amendment. Goals statements (shown in italics) are followed by information provided by the applicants and/or staff comments (shown in bold). Land Use Goal 5.3: "Direct intensive land uses to existing urban areas designated Transition Area and away from areas which are suitable for continued agricultural uses and which are protected as water supply watersheds and water quality critical areas. " The applicant states that the property is not presently being used for agricultural purposes, although parcel 4.5.B.lA is enrolled in the Use Value program. The property lies outside of protected watersheds. However, the proposed amendment would not serve the purpose of "direct(ing) intensive land uses to existing urban areas" (emphasis added). Land Use Goa114.2: "Require residential developers to set aside an adequate amount of acreage to meet future school facility needs. " The applicant proposes to dedicate a 30+ acres school site if the proposed amendment and subsequent development applications are approved. Land Use Goal 12.1: "Improve and promote the use of existing highway and transportation facilities as opposed to developing extensive new conventional transportation systems. The applicant cites proposed thoroughfares indicated on the Hillsborough Transportation Plan, specifically the extension of Coleman Loop Road as part of the proposed Western Bypass. The future development scenario suggested by the applicant would require the construction of new- access roads. Land Use Goa19: "The provision of water and sewer lines in those areas that can be practically and efficiently served by these facilities. "