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Boa t~~ not be seen from the road and that those on the other side of the railroad cannot see the basins due to a combination of plant material and fencing. He summarized that the proposal would result in improved traffic arrangements. improved landscaping and total compliance with environmental regulations. Planning Board member Kizer inquired about the total concentration of the liquid in the ponds. Chandler responded that there are 10 parts water to 1 part muriatic acid. Ee informed the Boards that this acid is purchased and stored in 55 gallon drama and diluted on a 10-1 basis for utilization. Kizer inquired how much acid is used a month. Chandler responded that they use 55 gallons a month generally, but that use is not determined on a scheduled basis. This is determined by the plant manager and related to the number of trucks out of use. He clarified that they use 550 gallons of diluted muriatic acid monthly. Kramer inquired about the structures to be located above ground associated with the ponds. Post responded that the pumps will be placed underground. He described the process indicating that the water would flow from the wash area in the plant area to the first pond and that the liquids will be pumped out of the second basin. The thud basin would accommodate a storm event. Liquids would be pumped to an existing overhead tank. Yuhasz asked the applicant to describe the recycling system. Post indicated that it utilizes a conveyor belt which scoops heavier material out of a bin filled with water laden material. Chandler indicated that there are many models on the market and that they are generally 16-20 feet long and 8 feet wide. Yuhasz inquired how close landscaping may be placed to the railroad tracks before the railroad company objects. Brunssen responded 15 feet. He continued that existing vegetation in the area is not to be disturbed and that additional vegetation will be added. Sest inquired if the sand and gravel reclaimer mentioned is also the recycling facility. Post responded yes. Best asked how high is such a facility. Chandler responded six feet. Pilkey inquired about projected water usage and the depth and rate per minute of the well. Chandler responded that the well was installed when the plant was built and though he did not know how deep it is. it was installed by the Dodson Well Co. He indicated that he had replaced the pump once since acquiring the plant. He noted that the facility was also connected to city water, but that well water was preferred as the temperature of the water is constant. He noted there was a storage tank on site. Chandler reviewed hie decision to apply for a planned development versus a general rezoning as a means to clear the sir and put into writing and on plans what he intended to do with the property. P.H. Craig, appraiser, reviewed his appraisal credentials and noted he had a long team familiarity with the property. He noted that he had observed the acid pits and the long section 'of stripped property. He indicated that there was an adverse impact on the property values of the Rhine property, property which by its use and the owners' actions is an asset to Hillsborough. Craig cited a map prepared to show on which parcel he was commenting. He noted that the area designated in blue was the property in question. He cited the topography of the Rhine property which has 1200' of road frontage with X00' immediately adjoining the Chandler property. The yellow area on the map indicated possible building sites. He maintained that the Rhine property had hoPn ~AmAOP~ a m~nimnm of S3A.Ap0.00_ F.a cnntimipd that the hamenlace had some