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Does not change standards, performance levels, or dimensions <br /> Does not drastically streamline sections <br /> Condensing content often changes intent <br /> Comprehensive Plan will inform future rewrites <br /> Minor word changes could lead to lengthy debate <br /> Project Scope <br /> Guided and Limited by August 2009 BOCC Work Sessions <br /> Combine multiple County land use-related ordinances into one cohesive document (6 into 1) <br /> Zoning ordinance <br /> Subdivision regulations <br /> Environmental Impact Ordinance <br /> Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Ordinance <br /> Storm water Ordinance <br /> Economic Development Design Manual <br /> Reorganize into a new format/framework <br /> Goal: create a UDO format using <br /> Existing standards and <br /> Existing language to the greatest extent possible <br /> Eliminate existing contradictions and inconsistencies <br /> Update graphics and tables <br /> Update specific regulations (Minor Amendments) <br /> Signage <br /> Landscaping, buffers, and tree protection <br /> Parking and loading <br /> Stream buffers <br /> Develop a Conditional Use District and Conditional Zoning Districts to replace existing <br /> Planned Development districts <br /> Recommendations for next phases <br /> Public Participation During This Process <br /> Public Meetings to receive public input held on <br /> October 19, 2009 <br /> October 22, 2009 <br /> November 2, 2009 (Joint Advisory Boards) <br /> June 14, 2010 <br /> June 16, 2010 <br /> September 8, 2010 <br /> November 17, 2010 <br /> November 22, 2010 QPH <br /> January 27, 2011 <br /> Letters to local governments <br /> Only Carrboro requested a presentation <br /> Followed by staff UDO material and discussion with Town staffs for explanation and <br /> distribution to elected officials as necessary. <br /> Informal meetings: <br /> February 16, 2011 with Neighbors for Responsible Growth <br /> February 21, 2011 with Orange County Voice <br /> As needed with individuals <br />