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1~9 species or unique natural areas as determined by the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program or North Carolina Natural Areas Advisory Committee." Mrs. Barbour asked how much land in Orange County would this affect and are those areas identified, if so, where are they. Mr. Minis stated that the Division of Archives and History is conju- gating an Orange County Historical map with the landmarks designated. When a subdivision site is within 100 feet of a historical landmark, the plans will be sent to the Department of Archieves and History for their recommendations. This does not mean that development cannot be within 100 feet of the landmark. Mr. Minis added that there were very few places within Orange County that would be in this category. This concluded Mr. Minis' presentation and the Chairman asked if there were those present who would speak as proponents to the Subdivision Amentments. N4 one came forth. The Chairman asked.~f there were those present who wished to speak as opponents to the Subdivision Amendments. Chuck Beemer spoke of Section 222-C-~. He stated that if heirs were attempting to divide the estate of a deceased person, he failed to see how the County could have a vested interest in requiring the questions under 222'C-4 answered. He suggested that the Ordinance be tied down as strongly as possible. He also suggested another examination of the Ordinance and a change of language in some .areas. Mr. Wilson stated that he would like to compliment the Planninf Staff and the County Commissioners for their meeting with the developers and citizens to discuss the Ordinance. Chairman Johnston moved to the next item on the Agenda, which is discussion of the Subdivision Ordinance Extension County-wide. Chris Edwards stated that for clarification, the Subdivision Regula- tions are not the same as a Zoning Ordinance. Subdivision Regulations can be extended either by extenting county-wide or by extending where zoning is in effect. Chairman Whined stated that the question presented was to extend the Subdivision Regulations on a County-wide basis since subdivisions are being developed all aver the County, Regulations should apply to all townships. Chairman Johnston stated that the floor was open for discussion of extending the Subdivision Ordinance county-wide. Chairman Whined stated that the Ordinance would be presented to the Planning Board on March 21st, and that the Planning Board would make re- commendations to the Commissioners. If the recommendation is to extend the Subdivision Regulations Gouty-wide, the Commissioners will take action as soon as possible, possibly April 4, 1977. David 5hanklin from Cheeks Township stated that he was in favor of extending the prdinance, however, he felt municipalities' zoning lines should be clearly indicated before the Ordinance is put into effect. Bill Ray stated that over the years, he had heard what Orange County needed was "zero Growth". He added that this Ordinance was the perfect instrument to accomplish this. Discussion ensued concerning the appointees to the Planning Board. It was emphasized that a developer should be a member of the Planning -. Board by members of the audience. Further questions and answers ensued between members of the Planning Staff and the audience. Bobby Nichols stated that he would like to go on record as apposing the extension of the subdivision Ordinance. He added that he felt the Subdivision Ordinance and the Zoning Ordinance should go hand in hand. However, he was also opposed to the Zoning Ordinance. The Planning Director, Ervin Dobson, stated that the Zoning Ordinance is the division of land based on the useage of the land. With the Subdivision Regulations, the County can coordinate planning within