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7 <br /> that Ms. Baldwin would be required to participate equally in paving the road and the right-of- <br /> way from St. Mary's Road to Reba and Roses. He also asked that the Reba and Roses <br /> facilities be inspected to assure that they meet all State safety standards and Federal handicap <br /> accessibility standards. <br /> John Hartwell spoke in support of this Special Use Permit. He stated that he has <br /> discussed this request with most of the neighbors and each one of them supports her request. <br /> The neighborhood wants to see this approved. He did express concern about necessary <br /> improvements to the road and the intersection at St. Mary's. He requested that the <br /> Commissioners consider apportioning the road costs so that those who will benefit from the <br /> improvements are required to help with the costs. <br /> Laura Baldwin requested that the Commissioners take into account that the cost of road <br /> improvements for subdivisions are factored into the cost of the homes. It is not possible for her <br /> to pass on the cost of improving this road to her customers. It would be an unreasonable and <br /> devastating economic hardship on her. She also felt that only she bears the burden of traffic to <br /> Reba and Roses. <br /> A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis, to <br /> refer this item to the Planning Board for a recommendation to be returned no sooner than <br /> January 16, 1996. <br /> VOTE: UNANIMOUS <br /> A letter was received from Virginia Balhman in support of this proposal. A copy of this <br /> letter is in the permanent agenda file in the Clerk's office. <br /> A letter in support of this proposal was received from Dan Leigh, Executive Director of <br /> the Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce. A copy of this letter is in the permanent agenda file in <br /> the Clerk's office. <br /> A letter in support of this proposal was received from Sherry Caplan. A copy of this letter <br /> is in the permanent agenda file in the Clerk's office. <br /> 4. Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments <br /> (a) Article 8.8.17 Telecommunications <br /> This item was presented by Planner Mary Willis to receive comment on a <br /> proposed amendment concerning Special Use Permit requirements for telecommunication <br /> towers. The proliferation of telecommunication towers is an issue of concern to Orange County <br /> as well as other jurisdictions nationwide. After reviewing provisions which have been adopted <br /> in a number of other jurisdictions, the Planning staff recommends a proposed amendment. The <br /> key aspects of this amendment are as follows: Telecommunication towers would be <br /> established as a separate use and would require approval of a Class B Special Use Permit by <br /> the Board of Adjustment. The set back to non-residential property lines could be reduced to <br /> 50% of the height of the tower if the remaining distance were included within an easement on <br /> adjoining property. A type C Land Use Buffer (40 feet in width) would need to be provided. <br />