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2 public utility. The amendment package also identifies several corrections designed to address existing inconsistencies within the UDO related the regulation and development of utilities. Attachment 1 includes a synopsis of the comments made at the Quarterly Public Hearing. Attachment 3 contains an excerpt from the draft minutes from the August 27, 2012 Quarterly Public Hearing. A copy of agenda materials from the public hearing can be found at: http://oranqecountvnc.qov/OCCLERKS/120827c3.pdf Planninq Board Recommendation: The Planning Board considered this item at its September 5, 2012 and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the amendment package with two modifications, specifically: a. Amend Section 5.9.6 (A) (1) (b) to establish limits for a solar array erected as an accessory use (i.e. staff review and approval) based on net-metering policies observed by local utility companies not to exceed 20 kilowatts. b. Allow for arrays with front yard open space areas outside of established setback areas. Staff has incorporated these modifications into the ordinance amendment package contained within Attachment 2. Attachment 4 contains the minutes for the Planning Board's September 5, 2012 regular meeting. Planninq Director's Recommendation. The Planning Director recommends approval of the proposed UDO amendments as contained within Attachment 2 based on the following: i. The amendments establish appropriate permitting thresholds and review criteria for solar arrays; ii. Previously identified inconsistences have been corrected; iii. The amendments are reasonably necessary to promote the public health, safety, and general welfare and to achieve the purposes of the adopted Comprehensive plan or part thereof; and, iv. The UDO amendments are consistent with the goals and policies of the adopted Comprehensive Plan. Procedural Information. In accordance with Section 2.8.8 of the Unified Development Ordinance, any evidence not presented at the public hearing must be submitted in writing prior to the Planning Board's recommendation. Additional oral evidence may be considered by the Planning Board only if it is for the purpose of presenting information also submitted in writing. The public hearing is held open to a date certain for the purpose of the BOCC receiving the Planning Board's recommendation and any submitted written comments. FINANCIAL IMPACT: See Section C.3 in Attachment 1. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends the Board: 1. Receive the Planning Board's recommendation of approval; 2. Close the public hearing; and 3. Adopt the ordinance amendment contained in Attachment 2.