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ORANGE COUNTY ENVIRONMENT AND RESOURCE CONSERVATION DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM To: Carla Bateman From: Rich Shaw Date: June 30, 2003 Re: Proposed Mill Creek II Subdivision (Section 2) Thank you the opportunity to review and comment on the proposed subdivision referenced above. My comments are generally intended to a) address any concerns that ERCD may have with respect to potential impacts on important natural and cultural resources, and b) identify any areas that could be desirable for possible dedication to the County for public recreation /open space pursuant to current subdivision regulations. The preliminary plat for Mill Creek II (Section 2) shows that over 38 acres (39 %) are to be set aside as permanent open space and deeded to a homeowners' association. The open space is associated with the unnamed stream that flows through a southeastern portion stream of the property. From the 1998 orthophoto it appears that the stream corridor is comprised of mixed hardwoods and scattered pine, while most of the areas to be developed are dominated by younger pine. The photo also shows a two -acre pond, which is not identified on the preliminary plat. J From a natural resource protection standpoint, the proposed subdivision provides more than the required amount of open space and protects about 3,000 feet of perennial stream corridor within the Back Creek water supply watershed. In conclusion, the plan appears consistent with the County's desire to minimize adverse environmental impacts with respect to the protection of floodplains, wetlands, natural areas and wildlife habitat. I do not recommend that any land be considered for possible dedication for public recreation /open space. Let me know if you have any questions or would like to discuss further. cc: Dave Stancil Environment and Resource Conservation PO Box 8181 / 306 -A Revere Road Hillsborough, NC 27278 (919) 245 -2597