ORD-2001-013 Clarified Amendment to Orange County Private Road Standards

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12 grading permit before starting any timbering, clearing, or grading. Generally, permits are required when a private road is more than 650 feet long, assuming the width of disturbance averages 30 feet. Contact the Erosion Control Supervisor in the Planning Department for assistance. STANDARDS FOR PRIVATE ROADS, Minimum Curve Radius (SECOND PARAGRAPH, ITEM 44) IS AMENDED TO READ AS FOLLOWS: Minimum Curve Radius New curves shall be constructed with a minimum centerline radius of 125'. The right -of -way must be designed with bends that will provide sufficient width to construct the road to this minimum radius. For example, a 90 bend in a 50' right -of -way will not provide enough area to construct a road 18' wide. The right -of -way must include sufficient width for the travelway and the necessary shoulders, ditches and slopes. A curve radius of less than 125 feet may be approved if all of the following conditions are met: 1. The road existed prior to the adoption of subdivision regulations or was approved as part of an earlier subdivision; 2. Reconstruction of the existing road to meet a 125' curve radius is not feasible due to the extent of earthwork which would be required and /or the inability to reconfigure the existing right -of -way location due to ownership or the location of existing structures, wells or septic systems; 3. Standards pertaining to road width and grade will be met; 4. The subdivision can be approved with a Class B private road; 5. Documentation is received from the Erosion Control Division that the proposed curve radius would provide for adequate vehicular access and circulation; 6. Documentation is received from the Department of Emergency Services stating that the proposed curve radius would provide access for the largest emergency vehicle, which would use the road. PAGE A -18, DIAGRAM "CLASS 'C' PRIVATE ROAD ", IS DELETED.