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ORANGE COUNTY SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS <br /> APPENDIX A ORANGE COUNTY PRIVATE ROAD STANDARDS 1 5 <br /> PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS <br /> AMEND STANDARDS FOR PRIVATE ROADS Minimum Curve Radius (SECOND <br /> PARAGRAPH, ITEM 4) TO READ AS FOLLOWS: <br /> A curve radius of less than 925 feet may be approved if all of the following <br /> conditions are met: <br /> 1. The- road existed prior to the adoption of subdivision regulations or was <br /> approved as part of an earlier subdivision; <br /> 2. Reconstruction of the existing road to meet a 125' curve radius is not <br /> feasible due to the extent of earthwork which would be required and/or the <br /> inability to reconfigure the existing right-of-way location due to ownership <br /> or the location of existing structures, wells or septic systems; <br /> 3. Standards pertaining to road width and grade will be met; <br /> 4. The subdivision can be approved with a Class-C er-Class B private road; <br /> 5. Documentation is received from the Erosion Control Division that the <br /> proposed curve radius would provide for adequate vehicular access and <br /> circulation; <br /> 6. Documentation is received from the Department of Emergency Services <br /> stating that the proposed curve radius would provide access for the largest <br /> emergency vehicle which would use the road. <br /> DELETE THE DIAGRAM SHOWING SCHEMATIC FOR CLASS "C" PRIVATE ROAD. <br />