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G. Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) <br />1. The TDR concept is employed to shift residential density or non- <br />residential intensity away from areas with environmental constraints or <br />where rural character preservation is sought to TDR receiving areas where <br />adequate infrastructure is available to land relatively unconstrained by <br />natural resources. <br />2. The 'Buckhorn' Economic Development District (EDD) may be an <br />appropriate area to act as a TDR receiving area and further planning <br />should be considered towards an implementation program. <br />H. Development Process Coordination <br />1. A flow chart of development processing including generalized review and <br />action timeframes and what types of projects would undergo what level of <br />review should be developed. <br />2. Afterwhich a process implementation program would be approved. A <br />joint development review team may be considered. <br />I. JPA and Amendment Implementation Timeframe <br />1. The Resolution of Intent and its issue sections may not be approved in one <br />comprehensive JPA, although both parties will pursue the concept in good <br />faith. <br />2. The basic. JPA should be approved within 90 days of the last signature to <br />the Resolution of Intent. Certain specific JPA aspects should be approved <br />within 180 days of the last signature. <br />3. A process of JPA amendments will also be included in the JPA. <br />M. Blue Ribbon Growth Management/Smart Growth Commission <br />The Blue Ribbon Growth Management/Smart Growth Commission strengthens the <br />ability of county governments to coordinate and develop growth plans to manage growth <br />in a region in a comprehensive manner. <br />A. Promote efficient infrastructure provision; <br />B. Preserve natural and cultural resources; <br />C. Foster economic development; <br />D. Ensure compatible land -use patterns; <br />E. Develop walkable communities; and <br />F. Enhance the quality of life for the citizens of North Carolina. <br />3 of 4 <br />