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I 2 designated open space was protected through the Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations prior to the adoption of Flexible Development. The net gain of voluntary open space in the first year of implementation was 9.62 acres, or 43%more than the protected area required by other devclopment regulations. Because of the limited number of Concept Plans reviewed, the opportunities for accomplishing the purpose of Flexible Development were also limited. Most of the reserved open space will protect streams, adjacent moderate to steep slopes, rock outcrops, forested areas, and the associated wildlife habitat. Consequently, the report does not evaluate the specific standards for the four open space development options allowed under Flexible Development. A comparison of the village standards with the Town of Chapel Hill's ordinance allowing neo- traditional developments like Meadowmont and Southern Village will be prepared as a separate report in the fall. The Flexible Development Annual Report was reviewed by the Planning Board on July 30. The Planning Board voted to accept the report and to recommend to the Board of Commissioners that additional time be allowed to evaluate the Flexible Development standards. The Planning Board also suggested that the Planning Staff proceed with proposing added incentives to promote participation in the Flexible Development program. RECOMMENDATION: The Administration recommends acceptance of the first Flexible Development Annual Report including the proposal of additional incentives for applicants.