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clear timeframe, and a clear set of goals to present to the public. He suggested a clear timeline should be established so this process does not go on too long. He noted that providing clarity in the process will help with buy-in from the community. Commissioner Gordon said she would like to see a revised proposal that makes the scope clear. Frank Clifton suggested that the Board may want to think about which Commissioners would like to be a part of the work group. 3. Agricultural Support Enterprises Perdita Holtz presented the following PowerPoint slides: Agricultural Support Enterprises (ASE) BOCC work session May 14, 2013 History • A work-in-progress since 2001 • On several BOCC agendas through the years • Two Components: — New conditional zoning district — ASE Manual • Changes in State Statutes in 2011 — Further defined a "bona fide farm" — Some enterprises that may have formerly required zoning permits may now be exempt from zoning regulations Bona Fide Farms — Regulations Other than Zoning May Still Apply • Environmental Health — Well permits and septic permits — Food service permits • Building Permits — Buildings open to the general public ■ Equine exemption • Some provisions of UDO that are not adopted as "zoning" — Stormwater and erosion control — Impervious surface limits Agriculture Defined • § 106-581.1 1. The cultivation of soil for production and harvesting of crops, including but not limited to fruits, vegetables, sod, flowers and ornamental plants. 2. The planting and production of trees and timber. 3. Dairying and the raising, management, care, and training of livestock, including horses, bees, poultry, and other animals for individual and public use, consumption, and marketing. 4. Aquaculture as defined in G.S. 106-758.