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13 t The northern end of Still Crossing could be accepted for State maintenance when a minimum offour[4]homes are built and occupied. The southern end of Still Crossing may not meet the minimum density requirements, depending on the location of driveways for lots 8 and 12.) 2. The subdivision roads extend existing roads which are public; or (Not applicable.) 3. Subdivision roads are part of a development which is located in an area designated as Urban or Transition on the Orange County Comprehensive Plan; or (Not Applicable.) 4. A proposed road is designated as an arterial or collector on an approved Thoroughfare Plan for a municipality or in the Orange County Comprehensive Plan; or (The roads are not designated as arterials or collectors.) 5. The subdivision roads are part of a non-residential development consisting of office, retail, industrial, and similar businesses, each located on a separate lot. This provision shall only apply to that portion of a subdivision being developed for non-residential purposes. (Not applicable) _ However, private roads may be allowed in a subdivision where, in the judgment of the Planning Board and with the approval of the Board of County Commissioners, it is found that the nature and location of the subdivision with respect to other development and the Comprehensive Plan are such that a private road is justified. In determining whether to permit private roads in subdivisions, the following design features will be considered: 1. The location and design of the subdivision is such that it clearly preserves the rural character of the County through: a. The provision of lot sizes and building setback lines significantly greater than required by ordinance provisions. Compliance with this standard is assured in University Lake Watershed where a subdivision is required to provide a minimum lot size of five acres.