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it l <br />ideas were offered during the UDO review process that suggest additional attention to <br />regulatory provisions aimed at environmental protection and preservation. <br />RelevantCom rehensive Plan Provisions <br />General Natural and Cultural S stems Gaal: The goal is to provide a network of <br />protection for natural, cultural, and agricultural lands, protecting natural areas, prime <br />forests, and wildlife habitats. Preservation of working farms is a key theme, along with <br />protection of historical character. Energy efficiency and use of alternative fuel and <br />power generation options are encouraged. <br />land Use Goal-2: hand uses that are appropriate to on-site environmental conditions <br />and features, and that protect natural resources, cultural resources, and community <br />character. <br />Natural and Cultural S stems Gaal-4: Preservation of historic, cultural, architectural <br />and archaeological resources, and their associated landscapes. <br />There was strong support during the process particularly for consideration of regulatory <br />provisions related to stormwater management, water quality, and transportation. <br />Stormwater Mana ement and Groundwater <br />• Revise definitions and references to wastewater treatment systems to <br />avoid opening possibilities for extension of sewer service into areas where <br />the hand Use Plan contemplates no public sewer service. <br />• Consider criteria for locations of sampling stations under the Pollutant <br />Monitoring Program. <br />• Consider establishinga mechanisrnfarnutrienttrading. <br />Transportation <br />• Adjust Section 7.8.2 to encourage roads to be laid out ~n a manner that <br />avoids significant natural features. <br />• Develop guidelines far Transit Oriented Development. <br />